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Pentagon can boost pay for separated families to $400 — but hasn’t

Despite Congress authorizing the increase, the Pentagon is treating it as optional amid an ongoing compensation study.

By Davis Winkie, Karen Jowers and Leo Shane III

3 months ago

Military spouses continue to struggle when it comes to employment.

Military families will see a boost in separation pay in 2024

Troops forced to serve apart from their dependents will now get up to $400 a month in extra financial help.

By Leo Shane III

4 months ago

Senior NCO convicted of sex crime will be allowed to retire at a lower rank

Jeremy Zier, who had been chosen for promotion to chief master sergeant, will retire as a technical sergeant.

By Rachel S. Cohen

2 years ago

You’re leaving the military. Should you pursue your passion or just find a job?

Dream job or something to pay the bills? How to find work after the military.

By Kirk Windmueller

2 years ago

What you need to know about continuing Tricare coverage before you retire

Don't wait until it is too late to start planning your Tricare retirement options.

By Kristine Froeba

2 years ago

Another Marine receives a religious exemption to the COVID-19 vaccine

No other U.S. military branch has yet approved any religious exemptions to the COVID-19 vaccine.

By Philip Athey

2 years ago

Few airmen appeal vaccine exemption denials as COVID-19 cases spike

Air National Guard members now have until Dec. 31 to be fully vaccinated before facing punishment.

By Rachel S. Cohen

2 years ago

Why federal employment after the military is a great option

Joining the ranks of the federal Civil Service can be a great way to continue to serve in another capacity

By Kirk Windmueller

2 years ago

Marketing yourself is the key to post-military career success

Here are some areas that you can start to work on to market yourself for your next chapter.

By Kirk Windmueller

2 years ago

Over 1,300 airmen leaving active duty through early departure offers

In total, 853 active-duty airmen have opted for retirement, and 486 chose to move to the Guard or Reserve.

By Rachel S. Cohen

3 years ago

US drone strike case appealed to Germany’s highest court

The U.S. military has said Ramstein is used to “conduct operational level planning, monitoring and assessment of assigned airpower missions throughout Europe and Africa,” but not to launch or operate drones involved in “counterterrorism activities.”

3 years ago

The Navy has no idea how many sailors it has booted for extremist activity

A reg exists for COs to separate sailors for such activity, but the Navy doesn't track how often it's used.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

3 years ago