Opinion
Tactical vehicle mishaps are training failures — simulators could help
Mandating driver training simulators would provide troops with the tools they need to survive, the author of this op-ed argues.
By Walt Yates
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Army investigating allegations Rangers fired blank rounds at civilians
“This is unacceptable because there are so many real mass shootings going on in America each year,” one witness said. “You can’t be joking about it.”
By Todd South
Space Force racing to meet training, testing demands
The Space Force is taking a hybrid approach to improving its training systems, stitching together legacy capabilities with commercial tech.
Fort Irwin specialist faces murder charge in death of fellow soldier
The soldier is being held in a Navy brig in California.
By Todd South
New Army-funded tech creates realistic terrain, avatars in simulations
The same institute created Oscar-winning facial scanning tech for major Hollywood films like "Blade Runner 2049" and "Avatar."
By Todd South
Marines commended for lifesaving efforts in near-drowning incidents
A handful of Marines’ swimming skills were put to the test recently during incidents that required lifesaving measures.
By Todd South
Army brings bigger events, new skills to JROTC
Army Cadet Command has worked to promote JROTC across the nation through new technical skills training and events like the Raider Challenge.
By Todd South
Marine sergeant major busted down for wearing nine unauthorized awards
Included in the awards and decorations the now-sergeant deceptively wore were the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon and Joint Meritorious Unit Award.
By Diana Stancy
Soldiers exposed to new combat realities with expanded training
Drill sergeants now serve as squad leaders in field training.
By Todd South
New US Air Force PT uniforms delayed, again, until November
The U.S. Air Force says the physical training uniform will hit shelves in November 2024 after numerous delays.
By Riley Ceder
Hate setting up camo netting? Try this new soldier-built invention.
The clever device created by an enlisted soldier allows units to conceal their vehicles far faster in the field.
By Todd South