Leadership Hasn’t Done Enough to Protect Patients at the VA, Watchdog Says

Insufficient oversight and responsibility, as well as a top vacancy in the department, contribute to VA hospital errors, an investigation finds.

Nearly 200 Americans and Thousands of Afghans Seeking Visas Remain in Afghanistan After US Troops Left

Since Sept. 1, about 240 American citizens and 57 U.S. green card holders have left Afghanistan.

Biden Calls Out China's Taiwan Actions as 'Coercive'

The comments by President Joe Biden during a virtual meeting of 18 Asia-Pacific nations came during a surge in Chinese military activity near Taiwan.

Marine Who Filmed Nude Women in Ship's Bathroom Obstructed Justice, Appeals Court Rules

A Navy appeals court upheld the conviction of a Marine lance corporal who filmed female sailors showering aboard the USS Arlington.

Gen. Milley Calls Chinese Weapon Test 'Very Concerning'

The top U.S. military officer says China recently conducted a test of a hypersonic weapon that was “very concerning.”

NATO's Afghan Mission Hit by 'Mission Creep,' Official Says

NATO took over the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan in 2003.

US Asks UK Court to Permit Extradition of WikiLeaks' Assange

In January, a lower court judge refused an American request to extradite Assange on spying charges.

Women Facing Disproportionate Challenges When Leaving Military Service, Experts Tell Congress

Surging homelessness and high rates of unemployment are plaguing women leaving military service.

Relief Comes for US Military Family After Ansbach Office Drops Tax Query

It’s not clear how the Johnsons came to be targeted in the first place.

US, China, Russia Join Asia Summit Amid Regional Disputes

President Joe Biden and China’s Premier Li Keqiang will join an annual summit of 18 Asia-Pacific nations by video.

US, China Sparring over Taiwan Heats Up Anew

Washington and Beijing have launched new campaigns for global support for their respective positions, and neither is backing down.

Too Many Civilians? Pentagon Officials and House Lawmaker Disagree

The number of civilian workers compared to military service members is at an all-time high, and that's unsustainable, Rep. Ken Calvert said.

Senators Say They Won't Wait 9 Years for Pentagon to Make Planned Sexual Assault Reforms

Eight senators want reforms to combat military sexual assault to happen in six months, they wrote in a letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.

More Ink on Heads, Fingers Allowed in Updated Coast Guard Tattoo Policy

The service announced two updates to its tattoo policy this week, adding new locations for finger and head tattoos.

ISIS in Afghanistan Might Be Able to Launch International Attacks Within a Year, Pentagon Official Warns

The Afghanistan branch of the Islamic State group might be capable of launching international attacks in 6-12 months, a top Pentagon official said.

Navy Puts Hospital Alongside US Military Stockpile in Norwegian Cave Complex

The mobile hospitals consist of 20 intensive care unit beds, 130 acute care ward beds, four operating rooms, an emergency room and a laboratory.

Congress Plans Fixes for US Military's AWOL Weapons Problems

America’s armed services will have to keep better track of their guns and explosives under changes Congress is set to require.

Marine Veteran and Thoroughbred Industry Icon Turns 100, Credits Corps with Shaping His Life

Bassett has often attributed the success of his later civilian endeavors to his early military training and combat responsibilities.

Nearly 6,700 Afghans Resettled in the US, More Than 53,000 Remain on Stateside Military Bases, Pentagon Says

The military has been housing Afghan evacuees at eight installations in the U.S. since late July.

House Votes to Award Congressional Gold Medal to Troops Killed in Kabul Airport Blast

The 13 U.S. service members killed in a suicide bombing in Kabul in August are a step closer to receiving Congress' highest honor.

Israel Envoy to Brief US Over Ban on Palestinian Groups

Israel last week designated the prominent Palestinian human rights groups as terrorist organizations.

Walmart Says It Was Blindsided by Its Ouster from Tricare Network

The retail giant says it hopes to remain with Tricare but will continue offering many generic medications at lower cost than Tricare's rates.

Officials: Iran Behind Drone Attack on US Base in Syria

U.S. officials say they believe Iran was behind the drone attack last week at the military outpost in southern Syria where American troops are based.

Bill Seeks to End 'Pink Tax' for Women Buying Uniforms

A bill introduced by Sens. Maggie Hassan, D-N.H., and Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, aims to eliminate the "pink tax," or the higher costs of female uniforms.

Marine Corps Makes It Clear: Get The Vaccine or Get Out

The Marine Corps was blunt about what will happen to Marines who refuse to get the COVID-19 vaccine by its Nov. 28 deadline: You will be kicked out. 

US Envoy: Patience with Iran 'Wearing Thin' on Nuclear Talks

The U.S. special envoy for Iran, Robert Malley, told reporters there is a “deep and growing” concern about Iran’s continued intransigence.

Army Hits Record Low for Training Deaths for Second Year in a Row

Fatal training accidents in the Army hit a record low in 2021 with service officials crediting safety campaigns timed at statistically more dangerous training periods.

Ceremonies in French City Mark 100 Years of Honoring American Unknown Soldier

France and Great Britain each dedicated tombs to their unknown World War I dead on Nov. 11, 1920.

Facebook's Language Gaps Weaken Screening of Hate, Terrorism

Across the Middle East, journalists, activists and others have long accused Facebook of censoring their speech.

Stripping Military Bases of Confederate Names Stirs Passions

The push to rename Fort Pickett and other bases is part of a national reckoning with centuries of racial injustice.

A Wyoming Farewell for Marine Killed in Afghanistan Bombing

Dozens of U.S. Marines joined hundreds of Wyoming residents to bid a final farewell at a memorial for Rylee McCollum.

Marine Vet Foils Arizona Robbery by Grabbing Suspect's Gun

He sprang at the suspect, grabbed the gun and hit the suspect in the face with a bag of drinks.

Officials: 16 Militants, 2 Soldiers Killed in Pakistan Raids

The military statement said weapons and ammunition were seized during the raid.

US Urges North Korea to Stop Missile Tests and Return to Talks

North Korea recently fired a newly developed ballistic missile from a submarine in its fifth round of weapons tests.

US Military Says it Killed al-Qaida Leader in Drone Strike

A spokesman for U.S. Central Command, said in a statement that Abdul Hamid al-Matar was killed by a drone strike.

N Korea Slams US for Supporting Taiwan in Nod to Ally China

North Korea Vice Foreign Minister Pak Myong Ho criticized the United States for sending warships through the Taiwan Strait.

Secrecy Shrouds Afghan Refugees Sent by US to Base in Kosovo

Human rights advocates have raised concerns about the Afghans diverted to Camp Bondsteel in Kosovo over the past six weeks.

Congress Faces Decision on Military Justice Overhaul

The proposed changes create a legal process that eliminates influence on prosecutions by military commanders.

Army Expects Guard Soldiers to Get the Vaccine by December If They're Going to Deploy

Any National Guard soldier mobilized on federal orders after Dec. 15 must be fully vaccinated, according to the memo dated Oct. 7.

US Intel Warns China Could Dominate Advanced Technologies

U.S. officials issued new warnings about China’s ambitions in artificial intelligence and a range of advanced technologies.

'No Need for the US to Worry,' North Korea Says of Latest Missile Launch

The statement added that “we did not have the U.S. in mind nor aimed at it.”

China Vows No Concessions on Taiwan After Biden Comments

China on Friday said there is “no room” for compromise or concessions over the issue of Taiwan.

Woman Charged in Submarine Spy Case to Remain Locked Up

Lawyers for Diana Toebbe had argued for her release during a detention hearing Wednesday.

VA Begins Disciplinary Process for Employees Refusing Coronavirus Vaccines

There are 420,000 employees at the agency, and most workers had until Oct. 8 to provide proof of vaccination to their local VA Occupational Health Office.

Air Force Offers Former Army Spouse $50K Settlement After Towel Left Inside Her During C-Section

In 2020, DoD hospitals reported 17 instances of a foreign object being left inside a patient after surgery, according to an annual DoD report.

A New Change to Hiring Rules Makes It Easier for Military Spouses to Land Federal Jobs

Military spouses will soon have more opportunities to get a job with the federal government, including telework or remote work positions.

Ambassador Pick Emphasizes US Strengths in Countering China

Nicholas Burns, a former senior State Department official, testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

Army Hiring Criminal Investigators to Improve Case Work

A review late last year found CID was understaffed and badly organized, with too few experienced investigators.

NATO Plans AI Strategy, $1B Investment Fund as it Seeks to Stay Ahead in Tech Realm

During the past couple of years, NATO has expanded beyond its traditional focus of land, sea and air operations to adapt to a more complicated security environment.

FBI: Cash, Shredded Papers Seen at Couple's Home in Submarine Spy Case

The couple pleaded not guilty in federal court to espionage-related charges that carry life in prison.

Trick or Treat? Money Trends to Be Aware Of

All the news on the financial front isn't scary

Change to Law Makes It Easier for Service Members to Get Out of a Lease

You can break your lease early if you have orders.

Why You Should Start Saving for Christmas in September

The Christmas creep can be annoying, but there's at least one good reason to start thinking about the holidays before the leaves start changing color: It gives you more time to save.

Just How Much Life Insurance Do You Really Need?

Here are some things you may not have considered when calculating your family’s needs

5 Financial Questions with Easy Answers

At some point, I know you've heard a teacher, instructor, boss or someone leading a discussion or meeting say, "There's no such th

Veterans and Service Members Get Special Student Loan Relief

Over 400,000 veterans and active duty-members may be eligible.

Be Aware of This GI Bill Surprise That May Hurt Your Wallet

Be aware - you may have to pay the school before the VA pays you!

From ‘Harry Potter’ to ‘Back to the Future,’ Teen Movies Reveal Keys to College Savings

Take a lesson from the stars and keep the drama out of your life.

6 Things to Research Before Choosing Where to Live After Leaving the Military

You probably traveled the world. Now the hard question-where to settle down

Back-to-School Time for Kids Is Good Time to Study Your Insurance Coverage

With vacation season ending, it’s time to make any adjustments based on changes in the last year.

Is it Time to Revisit Your Tax Strategy?

While you can’t escape paying taxes, you can lessen the sting.

How Many Credit Scores Do You Have?

Do the right things and everything should fall into place, no matter how your score is calculated.

How to Easily Max Out Your Retirement Savings

If you plan it correctly, you won't even miss the money

10 Moves to Protect Yourself from Fraud

While there is plenty of danger from fraud out there, it’s easy to protect yourself

4 Things to Consider When Trying to Choose a Credit Card Right for You

You need a credit card for many situations. Just choose the best one to fit your lifestyle and finances.

6 Lessons That You Can Learn from ‘Affluent Investors'

Learn how to invest by watching the ones with all the money

Should You Diversify Your Retirement Income?

Don't put all your nest eggs into one basket.

Saving Money by Keeping Your Car Just a Few More Years

Save a ton of cash by driving it longer

5 Tips to Lessen the Financial Impact of a Divorce

These five tips can help you mitigate a divorce's negative effects

The Child Tax Credit Will Put More Money into Your Pocket This Summer

Up to $300 more per child every month will soon be heading to the pockets of families nationwide

5 Things Not to Forget as You Revamp Your Retirement Plan

With the economic shock of COVID wearing down, it’s time to review your retirement nest egg.

Older Veterans Can Go to College for Free or Cheap in All 50 States

Even if their GI Bill is long gone, free college is still an option

VA Offers Debt Relief to Those Affected by Natural Disasters

Due to unprecedented circumstances, the VA will give those who owe it money a break.

Don't Lose Out on TSP Matching Funds

It may be tempting to max out your TSP as soon as you can, but beware you may end up losing money if you do.

Student Loan Interest Rates Going Up, But Pell Grant Limits Also Increasing

Student loan interest rates go up by over

Here's What the Military Spouses Residency Rules Mean

What does the Military Spouses Residency Relief Act mean and how does it and a 2019 update help spouses? Learn more.

10 Things to Know About VA Loan Eligibility

While it's generally left to the VA to determine eligibility, these facts can help you get the loan you earned.

Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant

Students who lost a parent in Iraq or Afghanistan after 9/11/2001 may be eligible for a special Pell grant worth over $5,000

Get A Replacement W-2 or 1099R

If you've lost those important documents the internet can come to the rescue

Special Tax Breaks for Military Members

Military members can claim a host of tax advantages that aren't available to civilians. Here are a few to keep in mind.

Army Tuition Assistance

The Army offers several programs to support your education goals including 100% Tuition Assistance for college courses.

Military Student Loan Forgiveness and Discharge Programs

It's ironic that members of the military can fight in combat and return home only to struggle under student loan debt.

Marine GySgt John D. Fry Scholarship

The Fry Scholarship pays for college for dependents of those who died on active duty

How to Set-Up an Emergency Fund

You hear a lot about emergency funds, but you probably have questions.

National Guard Tuition Assistance

The National Guard has several education programs including up to 100% Tuition Assistance for college courses.

Navy Grad School Voucher Program

Navy unrestricted line officers may be eligible for graduate education funding under the Graduate Education Voucher (GEV) program.

Finding Military Family Education Benefits

Although the GI Bill and Tuition Assistance programs aren't for family members there are several education benefits that are.

Pell Grants - More Free Money for School

Learn more about Pell Grants, a federal program to help students earn a degree.

Survivors' & Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA)

Military Tuition Assistance

You could qualify for up to 100% Tuition Assistance for college courses taken during off-duty hours. Read more.

Marine Corps Tuition Assistance

The Corps offers several programs to support your education goals including 100% Tuition Assistance for college courses.

Paying for School with Federal Aid

Effective July 1 student loan interest rates decrease, and the Pell Grant maximum amount increases.

Coast Guard Education Programs

Learn how to get the Coast Guard education benefits and support you need.

Air Force Tuition Assistance (MilTA)

The Air Force offers several programs to support your education goals including 100% Tuition Assistance for college courses.

Overview of Military Education Benefits

The military offers great education benefits. See what's available and take advantage of the benefits you've earned.

Military Spouse and Family Educational Assistance Programs

Free money for school? Yes, please! Learn about the family education benefits from the VA, military and others. Read more.

Reserve Education Benefits User's Guide

The military and VA offer several educational assistance programs for reservists and guard members.

Guard And Reserve Education Benefits User's Guide

The Guard offers several education assistance programs including tuition assistance, the GI Bill, and more.

Navy Tuition Assistance

The Navy offers several programs to support your education goals including up to 100% Tuition Assistance for college courses

Coast Guard Tuition Assistance

The Coast Guard offers several programs to support your education goals including Tuition Assistance.

VA Loan Rate Alert: Lowest Rates in 3+ Years, Refi Now to Save Money

Rates are nearing record lows AGAIN. Now is the time to use your VA Loan and take advantage of these low rates and payments.

Army Shutters Recruiting Stations as 6 Recruits Show COVID-19 Symptoms at Basic Training

The Army's top general said March 20 that the service is closing all of its recruiting stations and switching to virtual recruiting after six recruits showed signs of the novel coronavirus at initial military training.

Trump Honors National Guard's Old Hickory Division for Heroic Fight in 1944 Battle

President Donald Trump recently announced that the U.S. Army will award the Presidential Unit Citation to the National Guard's Old Hickory Division for its heroic stand against Nazi armored forces after the Normandy invasion in World War II.

Air Force, Army Delay Promotion Boards Amid Coronavirus Disruptions

The U.S. Air Force and Army have delayed upcoming promotion boards amid concerns about the spread of the novel coronavirus, the services separately announced last week.

Emergency Act to Preserve GI Bill Payments Becomes Law

With schools across the nation shutting down or moving to online-only instruction, the Department of Veterans Affairs will be making changes in how GI Bill payments are administered.

VA Urges Doctors to Come Out of Retirement to Help with Coronavirus Cases

The Department of Veterans Affairs urged retired doctors March 20 to come back to work as the health care system braces for a wave of coronavirus patients.

Lawmakers Submit Nearly 50 Questions to VA over its COVID-19 Response

House Veterans Affairs Committee members are demanding daily and weekly updates from the Department of Veterans Affairs on its response to the novel coronavirus outbreak, along with the answers to 49 questions.

Cash Help Available for Military Members with COVID-19 PCS Delays: Pentagon

Service members and families whose military moves have been put on hold thanks to the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, pandemic could receive financial help from the Defense Department.

Veteran Cemeteries to Limit Funeral Size During Pandemic

Veterans cemeteries are open to the public during the novel coronavirus outbreak, but are adhering to official guidance on how to avoid spreading COVID-19.

Commissary Blocks Visitors, Cancels Early Bird Shopping in Coronavirus Response

As of March 18, the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is requiring ID checks at store doors and blocking all non-authorized shoppers from entering, system officials announced in a Facebook post.

Save Big on Your Car Insurance with Military Discounts

Are you getting a military discount on your car insurance? Save big on your car insurance, from companies serving the military community, some even offering military discounts. Start saving now.

Airlines’ Proposed Emotional Support Animal Rules Divide Veteran Advocacy Groups

Some veterans and disability advocates are divided over a rule proposed by the Department of Transportation (DoT) that would let airlines treat emotional support animals as pets.

VA Home Loan Relief for Those Impacted by COVID-19

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is making changes to its home loan process and asking lenders to offer relief to veterans who are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Computershare Is Hiring Veterans -- View Jobs

We’re building a winning team. At Computershare, we offer opportunities for veterans and transitioning service members to reach their civilian career potential. Search jobs now.

Military Hospitals to Cancel Appointments, Shift to Telehealth in COVID-19 Response

Military treatment facility patients will likely see some of their scheduled appointments canceled and moved to telehealth instead as Defense Health Agency officials look to "scrub" the schedule and clear the way for coronavirus patients.

How VA and Tricare Users Can Get Tested for Coronavirus

The U.S. military says it has plenty of coronavirus tests ready to meet demand. But not everyone meets requirements to get tested.

Take Advantage of Military Discounts on Your Car Insurance

Are you getting a military discount on your car insurance? Save big on your car insurance, from companies serving the military community, some even offering military discounts. Start saving now.

VA Faces Criticism over Lack of Plans to Deal with Coronavirus Pandemic

While the United States begins clamping down on international travel over concerns of the novel coronavirus' spread, the Department of Veterans Affairs has been criticized for not releasing a comprehensive emergency response to the disease.

Veterans Employment Holds Steady as Experts Warn of Coming Downturn

Unemployment rates for veterans essentially held steady in February, but the data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics was mostly compiled before the potential impact from the coronavirus could be gauged.

VA to Stop GI Bill Benefits at 5 Colleges

The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced it will soon suspend new veteran enrollments at five colleges that have engaged in illegal practices.

Troops Wounded in Pensacola Shooting to Be Awarded Heroism Medals, Purple Hearts

Marines and sailors who put their lives at risk to save their comrades during a December terrorist attack on a Florida military base will receive awards for heroism.

1,000 Coast Guard Kids May Get Kicked Out of On-Base Care as DoD Reorganizes

About 1,000 children of active-duty Coast Guard families could lose their spots at base child development centers (CDCs) under a new Defense Department policy effective June 1.

Lawmakers Scrutinize VA's Plans to Provide Long-Term Care for Aging Baby Boomers

In a hearing this month, lawmakers expressed eagerness to learn about the Department of Veterans Affairs' plan to provide in-home and institutional long-term health care to a coming "silver tsunami" of aging Baby Boomers.

Rate Alert: Lock in Your Lowest VA Loan Rate in 3+ Years

Rates are nearing record lows AGAIN. Now is the time to use your VA Loan and take advantage of these low rates and payments.

USO to Temporarily Close All Airport Locations Due to Coronavirus

The United Service Organizations Inc. (USO) announced plans to temporarily close all USO Airport Centers in the U.S. by March 13, as a precaution against exposure to the novel coronavirus.

Here’s What the Coronavirus Travel Ban Means for Military Families

A temporary military travel ban put in place to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus applies only to official permanent change of station (PCS) and temporary duty assignment (TDY) travel.

Here's the Latest on How Coronavirus Is Impacting Base Schools, Shopping

As President Donald Trump declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a national emergency on March 13, military resale, schools and support services worldwide updated guidance and plans in an attempt to deal with the virus.

Trump Salutes Hero Military Dog for K-9 Veterans Day

To mark K-9 Veterans Day on Friday, President Donald Trump honored the military working dog injured in the raid that killed the head of the Islamic State last year.

Careers for Veterans at Mack Cali -- View Jobs

With its deep market presence and diversity of real estate services, this publicly traded real estate investment trust offers military veterans strong career growth potential, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Pentagon Bans Domestic Travel for Troops, Families as Coronavirus Spreads

Pentagon officials announced sweeping travel restrictions for troops and their families late March 13 that will halt all domestic travel, including duty station moves and temporary assignments, for nearly two months.

Military Medical Retiree Changes, Cuts Should Halt Due to Pandemic: Senator

At least one senator wants the Pentagon to delay military medical cuts and a plan to push military retirees and families off base for care in the face of the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Navy Suspends Controversial Housing Utility Billing Program, But Plans to Bring It Back

The Navy is suspending a much-criticized program that charges military housing residents for going over a predetermined utility usage allotment.

Military Families Call for the Right to Withhold Rent in Privatized Housing Disputes

Army Col. Scott Gerber said he had to pay out-of-pocket for an independent inspector to verify mold infestation and water damage in his home in an effort to get the attention of the private company running base housing at Fort Meade, Maryland.

Is SGLI Enough? VGLI Too Much? Get Low-Cost Coverage Now

Is SGLI/VGLI enough for your military family? Because tomorrow is never guaranteed, protect your family today. Get up to $1 million coverage.

Military Post Offices to Stop Accepting Handwritten Customs Forms

The U.S. Postal Service officially stopped accepting handwritten customs declaration forms on international packages as of March 6, but the change will come to military installations' mail a bit later.

Rates Haven’t Been This Low in 3+ Years -- Use Your VA Loan Benefit Now

Rates are nearing record lows AGAIN. Now is the time to use your VA loan and take advantage of these low rates and payments.

VA Whistleblower Protection Office Retaliated Against Its Own Whistleblowers, Report Claims

The office set up within the Department of Veterans Affairs to protect whistleblowers has itself engaged in retaliation against its own staff in policy disputes.

VA Doctor Appointments and Coronavirus: How Can You Stay Safe?

You have a scheduled medical appointment at a Department of Veterans Affairs facility, but you have a nagging cough and cold symptoms. What do you do?

Mil Discounts on Your Car Insurance

Get military discounts on your car insurance! Start saving now.

Found Wreckage of WWII Aircraft Brings Hope for ID of 7 MIA Americans

The scattered wreckage of two dive bombers and a torpedo bomber lost in battle against the forces of Imperial Japan has been found.

PETA to Marines: Stop Guzzling Snake Blood During Jungle Training

A top animal rights group wants Marines to trade the reptiles and other animals they're eating during an annual jungle training exercise for plants and other vegan survival options.

This Institute Is Offering Free TBI Treatment for Vets with 'Bad Paper' Discharges

The Marcus Institute for Brain Health is offering free evaluations and treatment for veterans with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), according to a new announcement from the Department of Veterans Affairs' VAntage Point blog.

Exposure to Toxic Chemicals Has Become a Top Issue for Veteran Organizations

Toxic exposure, a high veterans suicide rate and accommodating women are among the issues veterans service organizations (VSOs) have brought up to Congress this year.

Naval Nuclear Lab Is Hiring Vets -- View Jobs

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory has an ongoing need for Veterans. Search jobs now.

Lawmakers Want More Info on Plan to Close Some Military Clinics to Retirees and Families

Lawmakers expressed frustration March 5 over a lack of information on why the electronic health record (EHR) system needs an additional billion dollars and why military clinics are closing to retirees and families.

Vietnam, Gulf War Vets Get One Step Closer to New Benefit

Vietnam-era and other pre-9/11 veterans are one step closer to accessing a program designed to pay their spouses or other family support for in-home care.

What Happens When an Overseas US Military Base Is Evacuated?

There may be times when U.S. military members stationed overseas and their families are evacuated from their duty station due to political instability, public safety or natural disasters.

5 Great Scholarships for Military Veterans and Families

If you're not eligible to transfer your Post-9/11 GI Bill to your family and your kids want to go to college, what can you do? Thankfully, there are thousands of scholarships out there.

SecDef Signs Tenant Bill of Rights for Military Families

Defense Secretary Mark Esper and the service branches have committed to implementing 15 new rights for military families living in on-base housing.

The Air Force Has Updated its Song to Be Gender-Neutral

The U.S. Air Force is changing its song to be gender-neutral as the service grows more diverse and adds more women across its ranks.

Your LES Is Changing Where it Displays Your Extra COVID Leave Carryover. Pay Attention

New leave carryover rules also go into effect

VA and Tricare Warn Sleep Apnea Patients of CPAP Machine Recall

More than 3.5 million of the machines to help treat sleep apnea and snoring are being recalled.

Expanded Housing Grants for Disabled Veterans Now Available

More veterans are now eligible for grants to make living in their homes possible.

Why It's Difficult for VA and Military Cemeteries to Earn National Shrine Status

The criteria for National Shrine status is 30 pages long but the VA aims for every cemetery to get there.

The VA’s Online Cemetery Now Includes Details on 500,000 More Veterans

More friends, family and loved ones who are distant can pay their respects online.

Failed Drug Test? Here's How to Protect Your Military Career

If you are in the military, there is no doubt you have heard the term "zero tolerance" when it comes to the topic of drugs.

Open Enrollment: How to Choose a Dental Plan

This year’s open enrollment season for choosing a dental plan runs from Nov. 8, 2021, through midnight EST on Dec. 13, 2021, for coverage effective Jan. 1, 2022. With several dental carriers to choose from for 2022, how do you know which plan best fits your needs? Here are some factors to help you make the best choice.

Caregivers for Veterans Can Get Phone Support from the VA

Being a caregiver isn't for wimps. The VA offers help.

Just What Is Open Season and Why Should You Care?

It's time to review and change your health insurance, if necessary.

Automobile Grant Increases for 2022

The tax-free payment is available to severely disabled veterans.

VA Increases Housing Grant Amounts

The grants allow severely disabled veterans to make their homes accessible.

Here Are Your 2022 Military FEDVIP Dental and Vision Rates

FEDVIP offers vision insurance for active duty family members and dental insurance for retired military and their families

Will the VA Pay for Your Funeral? The Answer May Surprise You

If you think living is expensive, try dying.

Don't Forget: Tricare Open Enrollment for 2022 Runs Nov. 8 to Dec. 13

If you want to make changes to your coverage for 2021, you need to do it during the Tricare open enrollment period.

Veteran Treatment Courts

Burial and Memorial Benefits Overview

There are several ways our nation honors its deceased veterans. See our detailed pages on what benefits are available.

VA Caregiver Program Offers Monthly Payments

VA has supported Family Caregivers as vital partners in providing care for America's Veterans and Servicemembers.

Veteran Benefits: Caregiver Programs and Services

VA has long supported Family Caregivers as vital partners in providing care worthy of the sacrifices by America's Veterans.

VA Priority Groups And Travel Reimbursement

Each Veteran is assigned to a priority group which are used to balance demand for VA health care enrollment with resources.

Tricare Pharmacy Options

Tricare pharmacy options allow you to get prescriptions filled at military pharmacies, civilian pharmacies, or through the mail.

Special Pay and Bonus Amounts for Dental Officers Announced for 2022

Special bonuses for dentists joining and staying in the military.

Veterans Readiness (Vocational Rehabilitation) and Employment

Special Pay for Medical Officers

If you are a health professional officer you may be entitled to special pay.

See Your 2022 VA Disability Pay Rates

The current VA disability pay rates show compensation for veterans with a disability rating 10% or higher. Read more.

Service-Disabled Veterans Insurance

Veterans who have a service-connected disability but are in good health may apply to VA for up to $10,000 life insurance.

Veterans Life Insurance Overview

Before making a transition from military service, it's important to make arrangements for life insurance for you and your family.

Submarine Duty Pay Increased For 2022

Servicemembers assigned to submarine duty may be eligible for Submarine Incentive Pay.

Specially Adapted Housing Program

Specially Adapted Housing grants are available to veterans who have specific service-connected disabilities

Specially Adapted Housing Details

Veterans with certain service-connected disabilities may get a grant from VA to build or modify a home to meet their needs

Military Get Special Interest Rate Limits On Loans By Law

The Servicemember's Civil Relief Act limits the interest that may be collected on debts of persons in military service

Surviving Spouse and Family Education Benefits

Spouses and children of fallen servicemembers or disabled veterans are far to often unaware of their many education resources.

The My HealtheVet Program

My HealtheVet is the VA's online personal healthcare management system.

Tricare Pharmacy Program

Tricare provides a world-class pharmacy benefit to all eligible military members, retirees, and their families.

Tricare Mail Order Pharmacy Instructions

The following steps will guide you through the TMOP ordering process.

Dealing With Finance Issues After A Service Member's Death

The following information will help you in planning for, or dealing with, one of life's most unpleasant times

Headstones and Markers

The VA provides headstones and markers for the graves of veterans anywhere in the world.

Burial Allowance

VA burial allowances are partial reimbursements of an eligible veteran's burial and funeral costs.

Military Funeral Honors

Military Funeral Honors are available for eligible veterans. A military funeral can be requested by the veteran's family.

National Cemeteries

Just what does burial in a National Cemetery involve?

Burial at Sea: A Time-Honored Tradition

For many Sailors and Marines, there is no more honored choice for their mortal remains than burial at sea.

Burial Flags

VA provides an American flag for services, and a flag to be given to the next of kin or a close associate of the deceased.

Aviation Career Incentive Pay for Officers

If you are an active duty commissioned officer on aviation duty, you are entitled to Aviation Career incentive pay.

Gulf War Syndrome

Persian Gulf War Veterans may have medical symptoms known as Gulf War Syndrome.

Aviator Retention Bonus

The Aviation Retention Bonus is for pilots who agree to continue in flying duties after their original service commitment.

Military Garnishment

Hostile Fire and Imminent Danger Pay

You may be paid special pay for duty subject to hostile fire or imminent danger for any month serving in a hazardous area.

Hardship Duty Pay

Hardship Duty Pay is a special pay for members stationed where living conditions are extremely below U.S. standards

Automobile and Special Adaptive Equipment Grants

Grants are available for veterans to help purchase a new or used car or special equipment to assist those with disabilities

Prescription Drug Coverage Comparison

Comparison Of Outpatient Prescription Drug Coverage: MEDICARE, VA, CHAMPVA, and TRICARE

Medicare Part D and Tricare

Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage is available to everyone with Medicare, including Tricare beneficiaries.

Relief Comes for US Military Family After Ansbach Office Drops Tax Query

It’s not clear how the Johnsons came to be targeted in the first place.

Too Many Civilians? Pentagon Officials and House Lawmaker Disagree

The number of civilian workers compared to military service members is at an all-time high, and that's unsustainable, Rep. Ken Calvert said.

Congress Plans Fixes for US Military's AWOL Weapons Problems

America’s armed services will have to keep better track of their guns and explosives under changes Congress is set to require.

House Votes to Award Congressional Gold Medal to Troops Killed in Kabul Airport Blast

The 13 U.S. service members killed in a suicide bombing in Kabul in August are a step closer to receiving Congress' highest honor.

Army Hits Record Low for Training Deaths for Second Year in a Row

Fatal training accidents in the Army hit a record low in 2021 with service officials crediting safety campaigns timed at statistically more dangerous training periods.

Ceremonies in French City Mark 100 Years of Honoring American Unknown Soldier

France and Great Britain each dedicated tombs to their unknown World War I dead on Nov. 11, 1920.

Stripping Military Bases of Confederate Names Stirs Passions

The push to rename Fort Pickett and other bases is part of a national reckoning with centuries of racial injustice.

US Military Says it Killed al-Qaida Leader in Drone Strike

A spokesman for U.S. Central Command, said in a statement that Abdul Hamid al-Matar was killed by a drone strike.

Army Expects Guard Soldiers to Get the Vaccine by December If They're Going to Deploy

Any National Guard soldier mobilized on federal orders after Dec. 15 must be fully vaccinated, according to the memo dated Oct. 7.

Army Hiring Criminal Investigators to Improve Case Work

A review late last year found CID was understaffed and badly organized, with too few experienced investigators.

Does The Army Guard Need More Soldiers? Maybe, Top General Says

The Army National Guard makes up about two-thirds of the total National Guard force, with more than 337,000 soldiers.

Goodbye Tape Test? The Army Is Reviewing Body Composition Assessments, Standards

A high-tech study, rolled out at Fort Bragg this week, seeks to examine the relationship between fat and fitness.

German Tax Collectors in Bavaria Get in on the Act of Going After American Base Personnel

A U.S. military family in Bavaria is being targeted by German tax investigators.

North Carolina Nursing Assistant Sentenced for Defrauding Disabled Veteran

The victim was an Army veteran who had dementia.

Soldier Who Joined Army After January Insurrection Charged for Role in Attack

The FBI was tipped off to Mault's involvement by an informant who claimed to have seen a picture of him inside the Capitol building.

Army Tweaks Testing so More Soldiers Can Try to Earn Infantry, Soldier and Medical Badges

Stringent rules for badge testing make the process incredibly time-consuming for units.

Senior Army Enlisted Can Soon Be Temporarily Promoted Without NCO Schooling

Noncommissioned officers who haven't yet graduated from the Army's Master Leader Course may still get promoted beginning next month.

Army Hopes Identifying Suicide 'Red Flags' Earlier Will Finally Ease Crisis

The active-duty Army saw 175 suicides in 2020, a rate of 36.4 per 100,000, up from 30.7 per 100,000 in 2019.

Army Sending Aviation, Assistance Brigades to Europe

The 4th Security Force Assistance Brigade and the 1st Cavalry Division Combat Aviation Brigade will deploy within the next three months to support missions across Europe.

Taliban Official Claims Role in US Chinook Shootdown that Killed 38 in 2011

Muhajer says one of the battles he saw was the 2011 shootdown of Extortion 17, the deadliest single moment of the 20-year war for the American military.

Right-Sizing the Force: Army Offers Armor for Smaller Troops

The armor can be adjusted in multiple ways to fit better and allow soldiers to move faster and more freely.

Gen. Ray Odierno, Former Army Chief and Iraq Commander, Dies at 67

The height of Odierno's nearly 40-year military career was serving as Army chief of staff from 2011 to 2015.

Army Delays New One-Stop Personnel and Pay System After Year of Tech Headaches

A force-wide launch was slated in December after a trial period with the National Guard.

Fort Campbell Soldier Charged With Murder in His Pregnant Wife's Death

Sgt. 1st Class Joseph Santiago was also charged with injuring the couple's unborn child and he was first taken into custody Sept. 28, one day after the incident.

Army Offers Reward for Information on Confederate Flag Raised at Germany Base

The Army Criminal Investigation Command is offering a $2,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible.

Ex-Army Couple Avoids More Prison Time in Child Abuse Case

A former Army major and his wife who prosecutors said routinely beat their young foster children and denied them food and water have avoided more prison time.

Army Unveils New Centers for Sex Assault Response After Vanessa Guillén Murder

The program aims to centralize a variety of resources for victims, including legal support, investigations and medical services.

2 Soldiers Die at Fort Bragg on the Same Day in Unrelated Incidents

Four additional soldiers were injured in the vehicle mishap that killed Pfc. Patrick Hernandez.

Female Soldiers Given a Year to Fit into Dress Uniforms After Pregnancy

The move follows a change in March that extended the timeline for new mothers to meet the Army's strict weight standards.

Fort Bragg Soldier Killed in Humvee Wreck as Congress Weighs Safety Overhaul

The deadly incident occurred just after noon on a main base thoroughfare and is under investigation.

Legendary MMA Fighter's Son Enlists in US Army, Seeks to Become a Ranger

Kheydon Gracie joined the Army at a Sept. 22 ceremony in front of his family, including his father, Royce Gracie.

Confederate Flag Raised, US and German Flags Stolen at 2nd Cavalry Regiment Headquarters

The incident comes more than a year after the DoD banned Confederate flags and other symbols deemed divisive from display on bases.

'Black Hawk Down' Rangers Receive Silver Stars 28 Years After Mogadishu Heroics

The Silver Stars were presented in a ceremony at Fort Benning, Ga.

Prosecutors: Neo-Nazis Discussed Assassination, Prison Break

Defense attorney Ned Smock said Lemley, who served in Iraq during his time in the Army, “lost his way during a difficult time in his life."

Thousands of Internet Suggestions Poured in for Replacing Confederate Names on Bases, and Not All Were Nice

The effort requires the U.S. military to remove names of Confederates on bases, ships, buildings and streets that commemorate slavery and racism.

A $30 Million US Army Command Hub in Defense Bill as Military Steps Up Presence in Poland

A $30 million U.S. Army command and control headquarters in Poland is being proposed to support the military’s expansion in the country.

Army Women Are Being Harangued Over Hair as Superiors Ignore New Rules

Before Cpt. Kelsey Boursinos settled into her assignment with the 25th Infantry Division in Hawaii, she faced a controversy regarding her hair.

Space Force Guardians to Grow 10% with Influx of Soldier, Sailor and Marine Transfers

The Space Force announced 670 active-duty soldiers, sailors and Marines have been selected to transfer into the military’s newest branch in 2022. 

Emil Kapaun, Army Chaplain Considered for Sainthood, Is Buried in Wichita

Thousands of people filled an arena to honor a Kansas priest who died in 1951 as a prisoner of war during the Korean War.

US Troops Go to Court Seeking Vaccine Exemption for Those Who've Had COVID-19

The service members want the Defense Department to exempt those with natural immunity from the coronavirus vaccine order.

3 Soldiers at 10th Mountain May Have Died by Suicide in 2 Days. The Division Is Trying to Figure Out Why.

The Army's 10th Mountain Division at Fort Drum, New York, is reeling from the suspected deaths by suicide of three troops in a 48-hour period.

The Army Is Reducing Soldiers' Reenlistment Options

The Army is tweaking its retention program for next fiscal year, which starts Oct. 1, reducing soldiers' reenlistment options. 

A Female Soldier at Fort Bliss Said She Was Assaulted by a Group of Male Afghan Refugees, Officials Say

The FBI is investigating.

Marine Who Filmed Nude Women in Ship's Bathroom Obstructed Justice, Appeals Court Rules

A Navy appeals court upheld the conviction of a Marine lance corporal who filmed female sailors showering aboard the USS Arlington.

Navy Puts Hospital Alongside US Military Stockpile in Norwegian Cave Complex

The mobile hospitals consist of 20 intensive care unit beds, 130 acute care ward beds, four operating rooms, an emergency room and a laboratory.

Congress Plans Fixes for US Military's AWOL Weapons Problems

America’s armed services will have to keep better track of their guns and explosives under changes Congress is set to require.

House Votes to Award Congressional Gold Medal to Troops Killed in Kabul Airport Blast

The 13 U.S. service members killed in a suicide bombing in Kabul in August are a step closer to receiving Congress' highest honor.

Woman Charged in Submarine Spy Case to Remain Locked Up

Lawyers for Diana Toebbe had argued for her release during a detention hearing Wednesday.

FBI: Cash, Shredded Papers Seen at Couple's Home in Submarine Spy Case

The couple pleaded not guilty in federal court to espionage-related charges that carry life in prison.

Navy Brass Expects Captains to Ask for Help After Bonhomme Richard Fire

The responsibility for preventing future calamities will rest largely with ship commanders, officials said.

Walter Reed Locked Down, Appointments Canceled After Bomb Threat

Naval Support Activity Bethesda in Maryland got an anonymous call at about 8:45 a.m. saying there was a bomb.

Couple Accused in Submarine Espionage Case Indicted

They were arrested in West Virginia on Oct. 9 and charged in a criminal complaint with violations of the Atomic Energy Act.

Navy Probe Finds Major Failures in Fire that Destroyed USS Bonhomme Richard

A report has concluded there were failures by commanders and crew members that fueled the July 2020 arson fire that destroyed the USS Bonhomme Richard.

The Navy Is the Best Service for Access to This Care

The days of "Love Boat" ridicule for the Navy over unplanned pregnancies are a distant memory now.

Settlement Spurs Navy to Take Another Look at 'Bad Paper' Discharges of Traumatized Vets

The U.S. Navy has agreed to review more than nine years’ worth of “bad paper” discharges given to thousands of Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans.

Russia Says It Pushed US Destroyer from Area Near its Waters

The incident came as Russia and China conducted joint naval drills in the area.

Navy Prepares for Discharges of Sailors Who Refuse COVID Vaccine

Sailors who refuse the shot can be reassigned while their cases are heard, and will not be promoted or given any other orders.

Idaho Senator Wishes Navy a Happy Birthday with Photo of Chinese-Made Warship

A U.S. senator’s birthday greeting Wednesday to the U.S. Navy on Twitter turned out to be anything but happy.

Navy SEALs Try to Prevent a DC Terror Attack in ‘One Shot’

Director James Nunn claims to have shot the military thriller movie in one continuous take.

Navy Engineer and Wife May Face Life in Prison for Allegedly Trying to Sell Nuclear Sub Secrets

The details of the Navy's nuclear submarine propulsion system are a closely guarded secret that has been shared with only one other country.

Navy Recovers Remains of 5 Sailors Killed in Helicopter Crash Off San Diego

The service said it recovered the lost aircraft from a depth of about 5,300 feet with the help of a salvage and dive team from Naval Sea Systems Command.

How the US Navy Plans to Make its Future Attack Submarine into an 'Apex Predator'

U.S. Navy officials are already laying the groundwork for the next generation of nuclear-powered attack submarines.

'Right Ship at the Right Time': Customizable Command-and-Control Vessel Arrives on Okinawa

The USS Miguel Keith pulled into White Beach Naval Facility on Oct. 5.

Prosecutors Seek Detention in Navy Submarine Espionage Case

Jonathan Toebbe is accused of passing on design information about Virginia-class submarines to someone he thought represented a foreign government.

Taliban Official Claims Role in US Chinook Shootdown that Killed 38 in 2011

Muhajer says one of the battles he saw was the 2011 shootdown of Extortion 17, the deadliest single moment of the 20-year war for the American military.

Navy Nuclear Engineer Charged with Trying to Pass Secrets

The FBI says the scheme began in 2020 when Jonathan Toebbe sent a package of Navy documents to a foreign government.

Martin J. Sherwin, Pulitzer-Winning Scholar and Navy Veteran, Dead at 84

He was best known for “American Prometheus,” published in 2005 and winner of the Pulitzer for biography.

Hezbollah Member Wanted for Role in 1985 Hijacking Dies

The ordeal, which began in Athens, Greece on June 14, lasted 16 days and left a U.S. Navy diver on the plane dead.

Damaged US Sub in Port After Collision in South China Sea

About 11 crew members sustained injuries that the Navy said ranged from moderate to minor, including scrapes and bruises.

Navy Investigation into Deadly AAV Mishap Finds Issues But No Direct Link to the Sinking of Landing Craft

The probe was launched in April after the Marine Corps fired a colonel, a lieutenant colonel and then a two-star general for their roles in the incident.

Navy: Sub Hit Object in Pacific; No Life-Threatening Injury

The Navy says one of its fast-attack submarines struck an object while submerged in international waters in the Indo-Pacific region.

5 of the Rarest Unofficial US Navy ‘Certificates’

The Navy has plenty of interesting and unique milestones for its sailors to strive for.

State TV Says Iranian Speedboats Intercepted US Navy Vessel

A spokesman for the U.S. Navy’s Bahrain-based 5th Fleet said he wasn’t aware of any sort of unsafe interaction with Iran in the last two days.

The US Navy Sold 2 Obsolete Aircraft Carriers to Scrap Dealers for a Cent Each

The cut-price fee reflects the fact the company will profit from selling the ship metal for scrap, officials said.

Navy Jet Crashes in Death Valley; Pilot Ejects Safely

The F/A-18F Super Hornet went down at about 3 p.m. Monday.

Navy Officer Turns Witness in Bribery Case That Echoes 'Fat Leonard' Scandal

Military investigators allege that the chief executive of Multinational Logistics Services defrauded the Navy out of at least $50 million by inflating invoices.

Police Say They're Powerless to Thwart Neighbor's Racist Noise Directed at Navy Veterans

A Black Navy veteran who has been subjected to months of racist harassment by a neighbor took to the national airwaves to share her ordeal.

Daughters of Carl Levin Christen US Warship Bearing His Name

The warship’s namesake served for 36 years in the U.S. Senate and served as chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee.

Space Force Guardians to Grow 10% with Influx of Soldier, Sailor and Marine Transfers

The Space Force announced 670 active-duty soldiers, sailors and Marines have been selected to transfer into the military’s newest branch in 2022. 

Navy Makes Changes to Tuition Assistance

Sailors will see more money, but the requirements are getting tighter.

'Fat Leonard' in Upcoming Podcast Boasts of Holding US Navy in Palm of His Hand

Leonard Glenn Francis pleaded guilty in federal court in January 2015 and began cooperating with investigators.

The US Navy Backed the Hunt for Titanic to 'Drive The Soviets Crazy,' Explorer's Book Reveals

The search for the Titanic was a cover for a top secret Navy mission involving the use of undersea systems to explore two submarine wrecks.

'Chaos and Drama:' A New Report Sheds Light on What Went Wrong Aboard the Navy's COVID-Stricken Carrier

The USS Roosevelt ended up spending about one-third of the deployment docked in Guam with many crew members moved into hotels and other facilities.

1 of 2 Pilots in Military Jet Crash in Texas out of Hospital

Three homes were damaged in Sunday's crash, but no one on the ground was seriously injured.

Navy Releases Names of 2 Naval Air Station Sigonella Sailors Killed in Sicily Crash

The crash happened when the car in which the women were traveling crashed into a concrete support pole.

Navy Doing Deep Sea-Search for Sailors' Remains, Helicopter

The Dominator was used in 2020 to recover the remains of seven Marines and one sailor after their AAV sunk.

Boeing to Build Navy Aircraft at MidAmerica, Invest $200M

Construction on the MidAmerica facility is scheduled to be completed in early 2024.

USS John S. McCain Heads to New Homeport in Washington After Momentous 24 Years in Japan

The McCain is headed for Naval Station Everett, Wash., its new homeport.

Navy Secretary Says All COVID-19 Sailor and Marine Deaths During His Tenure Have Been Unvaccinated

Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro has given troops 90 days from Aug. 31 to be vaccinated or get an exemption.

US Navy SEALs, Cyprus Special Forces Hold Anti-Terror Drill

The U.S. decided for the first time last year to provide military education and training funding to Cyprus.

US Navy Launches Mideast Drone Task Force amid Iran Tensions

The Navy promised the coming months would see the drones stretch their capabilities across the Middle East.

Too Many Civilians? Pentagon Officials and House Lawmaker Disagree

The number of civilian workers compared to military service members is at an all-time high, and that's unsustainable, Rep. Ken Calvert said.

Congress Plans Fixes for US Military's AWOL Weapons Problems

America’s armed services will have to keep better track of their guns and explosives under changes Congress is set to require.

Air Force Offers Former Army Spouse $50K Settlement After Towel Left Inside Her During C-Section

In 2020, DoD hospitals reported 17 instances of a foreign object being left inside a patient after surgery, according to an annual DoD report.

New Mexico Finishes Tests of Wells for Air Force Chemicals

Efforts are underway to determine the extent of the contamination.

Air Force Veterans Who Are UFO True Believers Return to Newly Attentive Washington

Through the years, the government remained indifferent to decades-old reports of saucer craft toying with the world's most powerful weapons.

Air Force General Is Second Woman to Lead a Top US Command

Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost has became only the second woman to lead one of the Pentagon’s 11 so-called combatant commands.

Pentagon Official Says He Resigned Because US Cybersecurity Is No Match for China

Nicolas Chaillan cited the Pentagon's reluctance to make cybersecurity and AI a priority as a reason he quit.

Taliban Official Claims Role in US Chinook Shootdown that Killed 38 in 2011

Muhajer says one of the battles he saw was the 2011 shootdown of Extortion 17, the deadliest single moment of the 20-year war for the American military.

Bolivia: 6 Killed in Air Force Plane Crash in Amazon Jungle

Two military pilots and four civilian passengers died, according to a police report.

Troops to Get 'Climate Literacy' Education Under Pentagon's New Climate Change Plan

Newly published plans are part of an overall White House strategy to meet a growing weather threat.

Pilot Errors Caused Fatal T-38 Training Crash, Air Force Probe Finds

The investigation report said the T-38 was going faster than it was supposed to and undershot the final turn.

The Stealthy F-35 Fighter Jet Is One Step Closer to Carrying Nuclear Weapons

When the F-35A receives its full nuclear certification, the Air Force will have a second stealth aircraft in its fleet that can carry nukes.

Air Force Begins Moving First Permanent F-35 Squadron into Europe

The 495th Fighter Squadron, which is also known as the Valkyries, was reactivated at the RAF Lakenheath base in England.

Air Force Touts Best Recruiting Numbers in Five Years as Pandemic Drags On

For the first time in five years, all three components of the Air Force achieved both their recruiting goals and end strength, a commander said.

Lawsuit: Black Base Worker Faced Racism, Told to Keep Quiet

A supervisor told Bryan Wheels to keep quiet about the harassment, which began after he was hired in 2015 and lasted through 2017, a lawsuit alleged.

Russian Fighter Jets Intercept US Bomber Near Disputed Island North of Japan

Three Russian fighters intercepted a U.S. B-52H Stratofortress bomber Sunday near disputed territory that is claimed by Russia and Japan.

94%: In Air Force, Vaccine Reluctance Falls Away as Deadline Approaches

COVID-19 vaccination rates for active-duty airmen and Space Force Guardians have risen swiftly since a tight deadline was set for them to get the jab.

False Alarm During Active Shooter Training at Florida Base

A 911 call about an active shooter sent police and first responders to Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida. The base was conducting a training exercise.

Air Force Eyes Fix for Trainer Aircraft Hypoxia Problem

The Air Force thinks it's figured out what led to a surge of T-6A Texan II hypoxia incidents in 2018.

Last of 17 Retired B-1s Sent to Boneyard as Air Force Preps for B-21s

The final plane flew out of Edwards Air Force Base, California, on Thursday, to the "boneyard" at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.

4 California Militia Members Plead Guilty to Conspiracy

David Patrick Underwood was fatally shot and his partner was shot and wounded as they guarded the Ronald V. Dellums Federal Building in Oakland.

Air Force Secretary Taps Watchdog to Weigh Accountability in Botched Kabul Airstrike

A single Hellfire missile hit the driver of a white Toyota at a compound near Kabul airport on Aug. 29.

Air Force Special Operations Commander Expects New, Lighter Plane to Fight Terrorists Next Year

The command wants to field a series of about 75 flexible, fixed-wing aircraft that could fly in remote locations.

Senior Air Force Officer to Weigh Accountability for Kabul Strike That Killed Civilians, Children

The decision on who will conduct the review will be made by Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall, per an order from Defense Secretary Austin.

After Traumatic Kabul Airlift, Air Force Sets Sights on Healing Airmen

The 17-day airlift, which was the largest noncombatant evacuation operation in the U.S. military's history, pushed airmen and aircraft to their limits.

The Air Force Is Still Short on Pilots and Hopes Tech Will Help Close the Gap

The Air Force is still far from its goal of training about 1,500 new pilots a year as it seeks to close a lingering shortfall.

Trailblazing Tourist Trip to Orbit Ends with Splashdown

Strangers until March, the four spent six months training and preparing for potential emergencies during the flight.

Air Force Leaders: Time to 'Wake Up' About Racial Disparities in Service

In a town hall, it was clear that convincing some service members and leaders that there is a problem remains a challenge.

Storage Company Must Pay Airman $60,000 After Selling His Property While He Was Deployed

The Justice Department said the auction was a violation of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, a broad set of legal protections for troops.

B-2 Rolled Off Runway at Whiteman in Emergency Landing

A spokesman said the bomber was damaged on the runway, but nobody was injured and no fire broke out.

Air Force Wants to Move Fast on Boat Plane for Special Operators

The Air Force is moving forward with an amphibious, pontoon-equipped version of the MC-130J Commando II.

What Does the Air Force Do with a Trashed F-35? Turn It into a Training Tool

With a trashed F-35, maintainers can take as long as they want to poke around and hone their skills without an squadron growing impatient.

Four Will Circle Earth on 1st SpaceX Private Flight

For the first time in 60 years of human spaceflight, a rocket will blast into orbit with no professional astronauts on board, only four tourists.

Air Force Veterans Seek Class-Action Suit over Trauma Consideration in Discharges

More than 10,000 former Air Force members could be affected by the case if the class action is approved.

The Air Force Is Testing a New Ship-Killing Guided Bomb

The "aim points" could be at the top of the vessel, the waterline, or just below the surface of the water.

'Life Just Changed': Academy Players, Ex-Coach Recall 9/11

What happened that day is never far from anyone's mind at the academies.

Report of Gunshot Triggered Lockdown at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base

The lockdown was lifted with the announcement of an all-clear around 1:40 a.m.

Air Force Watchdog Finds Career Disparities for Hispanic, Asian, Female Service Members

Women and minorities aren't seeing their careers advance as quickly as their white male counterparts, an IG report found.

Biden Orders 18 Trump Appointees Off Service Academy Boards

Biden's goal in purging the boards of visitors for the academies was to ensure appointees are aligned with the values of the current administration.

Air Force Says Costly New F-35 Engine Research Is Needed Even If It's a Dead End

The Air Force will eventually face a "fork in the road" and must decide whether to move forward on a new replacement engine.

Air Force Posthumously Promotes Dick Cole, Last of the World War II Doolittle Raiders

Gen. Charles Q. Brown, the Air Force chief of staff, posthumously promoted Cole to the rank of colonel in a ceremony held at Joint Base San Antonio.

Airmen Have Less than Two Months to Get Fully Vaccinated

Airmen and Space Force guardians must be fully vaccinated – including a two-week period after a final shot – by Nov. 2.

Rocket Launched from Vandenberg 'Terminated' in Fiery Explosion over Pacific Ocean

A privately designed, unmanned rocket built to carry satellites into orbit exploded in a fireball off the California coast.

'It Looked Apocalyptic': Crew Describes Afghan Departure

Members of the Air Force's 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron detailed their final fraught hours in what has been a dark and divisive U.S. exit.

Congress Wants to Know How the Air Force Will Get a Better F-35A Engine

The legislation calls on the Pentagon to tell lawmakers how it would integrate the propulsion system being developed under the Adaptive Engine Transition Program into all F-35As.

As Troops Return, UK Under Pressure Over Afghans Left Behind

Vice Admiral Ben Key, who was in charge of the British operation, said: “We tried our best.”

Congress Plans Fixes for US Military's AWOL Weapons Problems

America’s armed services will have to keep better track of their guns and explosives under changes Congress is set to require.

Marine Veteran and Thoroughbred Industry Icon Turns 100, Credits Corps with Shaping His Life

Bassett has often attributed the success of his later civilian endeavors to his early military training and combat responsibilities.

House Votes to Award Congressional Gold Medal to Troops Killed in Kabul Airport Blast

The 13 U.S. service members killed in a suicide bombing in Kabul in August are a step closer to receiving Congress' highest honor.

Marine Corps Makes It Clear: Get The Vaccine or Get Out

The Marine Corps was blunt about what will happen to Marines who refuse to get the COVID-19 vaccine by its Nov. 28 deadline: You will be kicked out. 

A Wyoming Farewell for Marine Killed in Afghanistan Bombing

Dozens of U.S. Marines joined hundreds of Wyoming residents to bid a final farewell at a memorial for Rylee McCollum.

Marine Vet Foils Arizona Robbery by Grabbing Suspect's Gun

He sprang at the suspect, grabbed the gun and hit the suspect in the face with a bag of drinks.

Anger over Afghanistan and the Imperfect Example of Stu Scheller

Lt. Col. Stu Scheller has become a symbol in some military and political circles of a need for military accountability and reform.

Settlement Spurs Navy to Take Another Look at 'Bad Paper' Discharges of Traumatized Vets

The U.S. Navy has agreed to review more than nine years’ worth of “bad paper” discharges given to thousands of Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans.

Marine Who Became a Social Media Star for Questioning Afghanistan War Found Guilty, Awaits Sentencing

After Hines accepted both Scheller's guilty plea and the deal both sides agreed to, the defense called a host of character witnesses.

'Made of Steel': Korean War Vet Awarded Medal of Honor for Smothering Grenade Blast Dies at 89

Duane Dewey's death in St. Augustine, Fla., was announced Tuesday by the Congressional Medal of Honor Society.

'Right Ship at the Right Time': Customizable Command-and-Control Vessel Arrives on Okinawa

The USS Miguel Keith pulled into White Beach Naval Facility on Oct. 5.

Marines, Special Ops Troops Secretly Deploying to Taiwan Amid China Tensions, Report Says

The news report came amid a record-setting number of Chinese military flights around the island.

This Sikh Marine Is Ready to Sue the Service to Wear a Beard and Turban at All Times

First Lt. Sukhbir Toor applied in March for a religious accommodation to wear a beard and turban and to not cut his hair.

Marine Officer Scheller Officially Charged with Contempt, Disrespect over Viral Videos

Scheller still hopes to cut a deal for an honorable discharge, according to a source with knowledge of the discussions.

All But One Marine Injured in the Deadly Attack at Kabul Airport Released from Walter Reed

The injured Marines were among the survivors of an ISIS-K attack at Hamid Karzai International Airport during the final days of the U.S. military’s withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Marine Officer Scheller Freed from Brig as Legal Struggles Continue over Viral Videos

A source with knowledge of the situation said that Scheller remains bound by a gag order that bars him from social media.

Marine Officer in Brig Seeks Honorable Discharge Deal After Blasting Leaders Over Afghanistan

The now-jailed Lt. Col. Stu Scheller is hoping to strike a legal deal to avoid trial and leave the service with an honorable discharge. 

Space Force Guardians to Grow 10% with Influx of Soldier, Sailor and Marine Transfers

The Space Force announced 670 active-duty soldiers, sailors and Marines have been selected to transfer into the military’s newest branch in 2022. 

US Troops Go to Court Seeking Vaccine Exemption for Those Who've Had COVID-19

The service members want the Defense Department to exempt those with natural immunity from the coronavirus vaccine order.

COVID-19 Outbreak Slows Marine Officer Training at Quantico

An outbreak of COVID-19 has slowed training at the Marine Corps' Officer Candidates School, or OCS, in Quantico, Virginia, the branch confirmed. 

Marine Officer Who Blasted Leaders over Afghanistan Withdrawal Is in the Brig

Lt. Col. Stu Scheller is "in pre-trial confinement" while he awaits an Article 32 preliminary hearing, a Marine Corps spokesman said in a statement.

Marine Corps Marathon Moved Online for Second Straight Year Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Organizers said the opportunity to safely operate and execute a live event is just not feasible at this time.

Four Marines Injured in Kabul Airport Attack Remain at Walter Reed Nearly One Month Later

The numbers are down from Sept. 7 when 15 wounded Marines were being treated at Walter Reed.

Mourners in California Honor 3 Marines Killed in Afghanistan

Lance Cpl. Nikoui sent videos to his family hours before he died, showing himself interacting with children in Afghanistan.

Baby Girl Born to Widow of Marine Killed in Kabul Bombing

Levi Rylee Rose McCollum was born early Monday at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, California, according to a Facebook post.

Marine's Body Returned to Indiana Hometown with Procession

A military procession marked the beginning of memorial services for Marine Corps Cpl. Humberto Sanchez.

Marine Recruit Dies at Parris Island -- the Second Death in 3 Months

The recruit had been with the 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment.

Fallen Corpsman Posthumously Promoted by Navy, Will Be Honored by Hometown

The Navy announced that Soviak, who was assigned to Camp Pendleton, was promoted to the rank of Hospital Corpsman Third Class.

Former Marine Sharpshooter Kills 4, Including Mom Still Holding Baby in Florida

Bryan Riley, 33, is a former Marine served as a sharpshooter in both Iraq and Afghanistan.

Marine Corps Halts Waterborne Operations Due to Tank Problem

A Marine Corps spokesman said the decision was made “out of an abundance of caution.”

Bidens Visit Wounded Troops at Walter Reed

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden have visited injured U.S. troops at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

Marine Commandant Wants 'Honest, Open Critique' of Afghanistan Withdrawal

Berger specifically noted that the surprising speed of the Taliban's takeover of the country should be examined.

Vigil Held for Slain US Marine in Her Home City

Officials in Lawrence, Massachusetts, held a vigil with Sgt. Johanny Rosario Pichardo's family at Veterans Memorial Stadium.

Marine Corporal Discharged over Refusal to Wear a Mask

Marine Cpl. Whitney McHaffie refused to comply with a mask mandate and doesn't want to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

A Resignation and Mental Health Screening: The Unfolding Saga of the Marine Who Called Out Leadership on Afghanistan

Scheller begins the video by thanking people for an outpouring of support but acknowledges that he has been relieved of command.

US Airlifts Aid to Haiti to Reach Areas Hardest Hit by Quake

Troops under the direction of U.S. Southern Command have so far delivered more than 265,000 pounds of relief assistance.

US Military Begins Final Pullout Amid Kabul Terror Threats

For security reasons the Pentagon will not provide a detailed description of the final stages of the military's withdrawal.

Escape from Afghanistan: One Interpreter's Desperate Run Past the Taliban to Safety

It's largely a roll of the dice determining whether someone can even reach the airport, let alone make it inside.

How Will Afghanistan Live on in Marine Corps Lore?

For many, there's one moment in a campaign that has proven light on triumphant events that stands out -- Sangin.

'I Demand Accountability': Marine Battalion Commander Calls Out Senior Leaders for Afghanistan Failures

It's the latest in a spate of calls demanding that senior officials answer for mistakes over the course of the war.

3 More Bases Set to Take in Afghan Refugees, Joining 4 Others Nationally

Marine Corps Base Quantico and Fort Pickett in Virginia and New Mexico's Holloman Air Force Base join the list.

'Was It Worth It?' A Fallen Marine and a War's Crushing End

Gretchen Catherwood’s son, 19-year-old Alec, was killed in Afghanistan fighting the Taliban in 2010.

Reports: At Least 13 US Service Members Dead After Two Bombs Are Detonated Next to Kabul Airport

The news comes after days of warnings from Western nations about threats to the airport and the crowds waiting outside.

UK Aircraft Carrier Swaps F-35B Stealth Fighters with US Warship During Pacific Exercise

The HMS Queen Elizabeth recently traded F-35B Lightning II stealth fighters with a U.S.

In an Image Mocking the Marines, the Taliban Shows Off New Propaganda Savvy

The Marine Corps did not comment on the photo or its similarity to the famed Iwo Jima image.

Additional Charges Filed Against Former Marines in Gun Plot

The indictment says the men discussed using a combination of metal powder and metal oxide to destroy power transformers.

'Was It Worth It? Yes. Does It Still Hurt? Yes.' Marine Leaders Reassure Troops on Afghanistan

The commandant of the Marine Corps and the branch's most senior enlisted leader are telling Marines that their sacrifices in Afghanistan were worth it.

More Ink on Heads, Fingers Allowed in Updated Coast Guard Tattoo Policy

The service announced two updates to its tattoo policy this week, adding new locations for finger and head tattoos.

Coast Guard Had Earlier Notice About California Oil Spill

The Coast Guard received multiple reports of a possible fuel spill off the Southern California coast earlier than previously disclosed.

Coast Guard: 1,200-Foot Ship Dragged California Oil Pipeline

Still undetermined is whether the impact caused the October leak, or if the line was hit by something else at a later date.

Coast Guard Names Ship Owner, Operator of Interest in California Oil Spill

In a statement, the Coast Guard named ship operator Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A. and ship owner Dordellas Finance.

Coast Guard: Wreck Found in Atlantic Is Storied Cutter Bear

The legend of the Bear is so ingrained in Coast Guard lore that the sports teams at the Coast Guard Academy are named the Bears.

Coast Guard: California Oil Spill Likely 25,000 Gallons

Officials believe the pipeline was likely damaged by a ship’s anchor several months to a year before it ruptured.

Here's the Case for Buying the Coast Guard Small Inflatable Boats

The primary response assets for U.S. Coast Guard small boat stations in bad weather are 47-foot motor lifeboats (MLBs) and 45-foot RBMs.

Coast Guard Investigators Say California Pipeline Likely Damaged up to a Year Before Spill

A crack suggests the pipe, which was installed in 1980, perhaps withstood an initial impact.

A Wedding with Flare: 2 Men Fined over Coast Guard Search

The Coast Guard and the town of New Shoreham spent more than $100,000 combined responding to the flares off Block Island.

Coast Guardsman Sues Claiming Retaliation for Filing Sex Assault Report at Academy

Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Joshua Roh claims he was not allowed to graduate and was retaliated against for reporting an alleged sexual assault.

Coast Guard Officer Bonds with Congressional Leaders Through Hard Work and Beer

Lt. Cmdr. James “JB” Zorn experienced many interesting assignments throughout his Coast Guard career.

The Coast Guard Needs a Gender Culture Change

"Leaders must set the example to learn and understand the difference between gender, sex, and sexual orientation."

Response Time of Coast Guard, Local Officials Questioned in Southern California Oil Spill

It wasn't until Saturday afternoon that the Coast Guard said an oil slick had been spotted and a unified command established to respond.

Survivors of 2013 Shipwreck Honor Dead on Italian Island

Even as the dead were remembered, Italian coast guard boats were bringing ashore some of the more than 600 migrants rescued since late Saturday.

Coastie Receives 2021 Citizen Soldier Award

The Pritzker Military Museum and Library will present the award in October to retired Rear Admiral Dr. Richard W. Schneider.

Coast Guard Cadets See Progress 10 Years After Repeal of 'Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell'

Gays and lesbians were banned in the military until the 1993 approval of “don’t ask, don’t tell.”

NTSB: Broadcasting Only Boat Size Led to Fatal Towboat Crash

The estimated damage to the three vessels and 11 of the barges totaled nearly $3.8 million.

How Coasties Saved an Entire Village in 1919 During the Spanish Flu

Alaska is still considered the last frontier, even in today’s modern times.

Coast Guard Cleanup Boats on Scene of Large Gulf Oil Spill Following Ida

Response teams are monitoring reports and satellite imagery to determine the scope of the discharge.

Coast Guard Sued by Families of the 34 Victims in Conception Dive Boat Fire

The lawsuit argues that the Coast Guard is liable for the deaths because it "failed to perform adequate inspections."

Coast Guard Investigating Reports of Oil Spills After Ida

The Coast Guard says it is investigating reports of possible oil spills resulting from Hurricane Ida after the publication of aerial photos.

Don't Make the Coast Guard the Second-Best Navy

The Coast Guard’s value on the world stage is not derived from the fact that it is the world’s 12th-largest navy.

Coast Guard, National Guard Forces Begin Rescues and Aid in Response to Hurricane Ida

Damage assessments and rescues are underway in communities along the Louisiana coast.

China Protests US Navy, Coast Guard Ships in Taiwan Strait

Saturday's statement said that China would not tolerate any interference in what it called its internal affairs.

More Military Support Heading to Haiti After Earthquake, Tropical Storm Leave 1,400 Dead

Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard forces are coalescing in Haiti to assist with disaster relief following a 7.2-magnitude earthquake Saturday.

Taiwan, US Coast Guards Meet Despite Chinese Pressure

Officers from the U.S. and Taiwanese coast guards have met to discuss improving cooperation and communication.

Reservist to Get Back $25,000 In Benefits Lost While on Active Duty

A security company will pay Robert M. Diaz $25,000 for pension credits and benefits he lost while serving in the military.

Coast Guard Orders Four More $65 Million Fast-Response Cutters from Louisiana Shipbuilder

The U.S. Coast Guard ordered another four fast-response cutters from Bollinger Shipyards LLC for a total of 64 Sentinel-class vessels under a 13-year contract.

Coast Guard, National Guard Bureau Prepping for Mandatory COVID Vaccines

Only National Guard members on state active-duty orders would not be subject to a mandatory vaccine directive from the DoD.

Coast Guard: Internet Glitch Kept Weather Warnings from Boat that Capsized

Cmdr. Vince Taylor testified the Coast Guard never relayed the weather warnings because of a connectivity issue.

Coast Guard Offloads $1.4 Billion in Drugs at Florida Port

The United States Coast Guard offloaded drugs worth more than $1.4 billion at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale.

6 Killed in Alaska Sightseeing Plane Crash Identified

All five passengers were on an excursion off the Holland America Line cruise ship Nieuw Amsterdam.

Poor Weather Hampers Crash Victim Recovery Efforts in Alaska

A Coast Guard helicopter lowered two rescue swimmers to the site, and they reported no survivors.

Coast Guard: 6 Dead in Alaska Sightseeing Plane Crash

The U.S. Coast Guard says a sightseeing plane crashed Thursday in southeast Alaska, killing all six people on board.

Survivor of Capsized Liftboat Details Escape During Coast Guard Hearing

After the hearing ends, the Coast Guard will release a report with its conclusions.

Section of Overturned Shipwreck Separated, Oil Discharged

On Saturday, a pilot steered the sixth section away from the rest of the Golden Ray’s half-submerged wreckage.

Coast Guard Sector Guam Rebrands Itself During Cutters' Triple Commissioning Ceremony

The U.S. Coast Guard renamed its Guam outpost the Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam during a triple commissioning ceremony.

Sheriff: Florida Man Stole Car, Got into Coast Guard Plane

The suspect went into a Coast Guard C-130 aircraft and made it to the cockpit, where he was arrested.

3 Men Charged in Deadly 2018 Missouri Duck Boat Accident

Rides on the lake in modified former World War II vehicles once were a popular draw in the Branson area.

Coast Guard Warns Cubans Against Migrating to US by Sea; DHS Monitoring Waterways

DHS Secretary Mayorkas said Tuesday that the Coast Guard and other agencies are watching the waters of the Caribbean and Florida Straits for migrants.

As Pandemic Wanes, Coast Guard to Resume Body Composition Screenings

The service suspended the screenings, which it relied on in lieu of physical fitness tests for most members during the pandemic.

Coast Guard Ends Search for 9 Missing in Cuban Boat Capsize

The Coast Guard said that 13 people were rescued.

Coast Guard: 13 Cubans Rescued, 7 Missing Off Key West

The nine men and four women were taken aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Thetis.

Japan Searches for Dozens Missing in Mudslide; 4 Dead

Three coast guard ships and six military drones are assisting the rescue workers.

Coast Guard, Honolulu Fire Department Rescue Pilots After Cargo Plane Crashes off Hawaii

The pilots of Transair Flight 810 reported engine trouble and were trying to return to Honolulu when they were forced to land the Boeing 737 in the water.

Coast Guard: 'Large' Oil Leak During Georgia Ship Demolition

The Coast Guard says a large amount of oil has escaped a barrier after it was released while crews were dismantling an overturned cargo ship.

Coast Guard Helicopter Rescues 3 Commercial Fishermen

The Coast Guard responded by cutter and helicopter, and arrived at the scene to find the men in a life raft.