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Six US service members killed in KC-135 crash in Iraq
“All six crew members aboard a U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft that went down in western Iraq are now confirmed deceased,” CENTCOM announced.
By J.D. Simkins
Proper greetings, professionalism hammered home in Air Force memo
A memo circulated to security forces airmen spelled out how personnel should greet those entering the base.
Female troops bristle at Pentagon’s review of combat roles
Some women say they suspect the review has been launched merely to buttress a predetermined conclusion: that they do not belong in the infantry.
By Tanya Noury
DOD launches review of ‘effectiveness’ of women in ground combat roles
Army and Marine Corp leaders will submit data on readiness, training, performance, casualties and command climate of ground combat units and personnel.
By Tanya Noury
How America observed Christmas — at home and abroad — during WWII
Amid shortages, rationing, separation and grief, Americans fought to keep the yuletide spirit alive.
By Stanley Weintraub
Six wargames to add to your holiday gift list
Some wargames aren't available to the public. Fortunately, there are games out there that can be obtained without needing a security clearance.
By Michael Peck
Iowa National Guard IDs soldiers killed in ambush in Syria
Both soldiers were deployed with the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, which is currently conducting ongoing counter-terrorism operations in the region.
By J.D. Simkins
NDAA restores women’s policy teams canceled in Pentagon DEI purge
Certain all-volunteer teams of service women working to address obstacles and improve policy were casualties of the Pentagon's war on DEI.
By Hope Hodge Seck
US raid allegedly killed undercover agent instead of IS official
A raid by U.S. forces and a Syrian group aiming to capture an Islamic State official instead reportedly killed a local man who was working to gather intel.
Airman indicted in scheme to overthrow Haitian island, take sex slaves
The two men allegedly conspired to recruit and lead an expeditionary mercenary force — made up of D.C.'s unhoused population — to overthrow the island.
Airman joins rare company in earning coveted Navy chief rank
Air Force Master Sgt. Atif Siddiqui officially gained access to the Goat Locker upon completion of the Navy's six-week rite of passage.
By J.D. Simkins