Navy body composition study may finally settle tape test debate
The two-year test may bring the Navy — and perhaps the other services — closer to scientific consensus on the best way to measure body fat.
By Hope Hodge Seck
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3D printing barracks? Military eyes new ways to cut construction costs
Top military engineers met with lawmakers this week to discuss cost-efficient methods for supporting future military construction.
By Riley Ceder
US carrier arrives in South Korea after North Korea missile test
The aircraft carrier Carl Vinson has arrived in South Korea in a show of force.
Hegseth returns Army base to Fort Benning in second naming reversal
The Moore family, after which the post had been renamed in 2023, reacted to the news with anger and dismay.
Air Force four-star warns pilots of Chinese-backed aviation companies
U.S. service members, active and retired, face harsh consequences if found to be working for companies that train foreign adversaries.
By Riley Ceder
New Army ammo facility to supply millions of 6.8 mm rounds annually
The 450,000-square-foot plant in Independence, Missouri, is expected to be fully operational by 2028.
By Todd South
Trump names special ops vet Hung Cao as Navy Under Secretary
The former Virginia Senate candidate will serve the second-ranking civilian leader for the service.
Army prep course jeopardized health of recruits, IG says
Trainees with body fat compositions that exceeded the allowed amount were admitted to the Army’s Future Soldier Preparatory Course.
By Riley Ceder
Navy secretary nominee blasts ‘systemic failures’ plaguing the fleet
John Phelan acknowledged his lack of military experience but insisted his business background makes him the right pick to lead the Navy and Marine Corps.
Senate confirms Daniel Driscoll as new Army secretary
The 38-year-old Army veteran has promised to focus on recruiting and industrial base support in his new leadership role.
The Army’s permafrost test bed in Alaska set for significant upgrade
The Army's research facility includes a permafrost tunnel — about a third of a mile long — that has Ice Age-era animal bones jutting out from the walls.
By Hope Hodge Seck
Salvage effort gets underway in San Diego following Growler jet crash
The start of salvage and recovery operations was delayed several days due to a blustery winter storm that moved through the San Diego area.
By Hope Hodge Seck