Danger pay for US troops could double, expand to more regions
The U.S. defense budget request for Fiscal Year 2027 has raised the prospect of an increase in the monthly stipend paid out to troops in dangerous regions.
By Hope Hodge Seck
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The US Army wants to manufacture meatless proteins in combat zones
The service "is exploring how the emerging alternative-protein sector can help meet several objectives, including enhancing food supply chain resilience."
By Michael Peck
Second ex-CIA contractor testifies on interrogations in 9/11 case at Guantanamo
A former CIA contractor who helped design a harsh interrogation program following the the Sept. 11 attacks sought Friday to minimize the severity of techniques used on the men facing war crimes charges for their alleged roles in the plot.
Why the Army pulled Bradleys out of Syrian oil fields after one month
There were no combat badges dished out to the mechanized soldiers during their month-long stint.
By Kyle Rempfer
US expands troop, fighter jet presence at Saudi base
The U.S. troop presence here has grown to roughly 2,500 since last summer, when the U.S. announced it had begun deploying forces to what once was a major U.S. military hub.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Vermont military college names Air Force colonel next president
Norwich University, the nation’s oldest private military college, named an Air Force colonel as its next president on Tuesday.
Remains of combat engineer who died in Syria brought home
Before Moore’s remains departed the Middle East, fellow soldiers placed their name tapes and unit patches on top of the flag draped over his casket.
By Kyle Rempfer
Air Force’s top general doesn’t want to get mired in ‘budget paranoia’
The Air Force has no choice but to take risk in its next budget request, its chief of staff said.
By Valerie Insinna
Heroes, sacrifices and making a difference across generations
Terrorists do not have the capability to attack the U.S. homeland today due to the efforts of our African partners, international community, the U.S., and service members like Spc. Henry Mayfield, says the author of this commentary.
By Col. Chris Karns
Best pics of the week: Jan. 26, 2020
Marines escape from a simulated submerged AAV, burial at sea, A-10 Elephant Walk and more of the best photos from around the military.
Arizona’s longest-living veteran dies at age 105
Navajo Nation officials say a 105-year-old woman who served in World War II and was Arizona’s longest-living veteran has died.
Woman makes history in the Virginia Army National Guard infantry
"If it’s something you want to do, just keep pushing for it and don’t give up.”
By J.D. Simkins