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Jimmy Carter, 39th US president and Navy veteran, dies at 100
Former president Jimmy Carter, a Navy veteran, passed away Sunday at his home in Plains, Georgia.
Pentagon chief loses bid to reject 9/11 plea deals
The decision puts back on track agreements that would have the three men plead guilty in exchange for being spared the possibility of the death penalty.
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Navy information warfare officers can now take command at sea
Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro amended regulations this month to create more command opportunities for information warfare officers.
Biden announces nearly $2.5 billion in military aid for Ukraine
Biden's administration is working quickly to spend all the money it has available to assist Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump takes office.
At 103, this P-51 Mustang pilot could soon become WWII’s last ace
James McCubbin, 103, is under consideration for recognition as a WWII ace for shooting down enemy aircraft in his P-51 Mustang.
Russian air defenses may have downed Azerbaijani plane: U.S. official
Moscow officials have not addressed statements from aviation experts who blamed the crash on Russian air defenses responding to a Ukrainian attack.
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China unveils amphibious assault ship that can launch fighter jets
The Sichuan is equipped with an electromagnetic catapult that will allow fighter jets to launch directly off its deck.
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Life of pie: Soldier charged with loan fraud in bakery boondoggle
The soldier has been charged for allegedly using a fraudulent pie business called “Granny’s Delight” to obtain COVID-related business relief loans.
Marine lights candles for romantic hotel surprise, sets room on fire
Update the safety brief.
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Did a US F-22 shoot down a UFO? Photo of aerial object adds to mystery
A grainy image (it’s always a grainy image) of an object downed by an F-22 over Canada's Yukon territory has aviation (and UFO) enthusiasts chattering.
Air Force Falcons unveil glorious AFSOC-themed football unis
The Air Force just dropped some special edition football uniforms and they are certifiably fire.
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This Army unit is the first to field new company and battalion drones
The new drones fit different mission profiles at the tactical level.
By Todd South
Camouflage and tiaras: First active-duty Miss America reflects on year
2nd Lt. Madison Marsh, 23, will complete her year as the first active-duty Miss America in January.
By Hope Hodge Seck
Rollback of DOD anti-extremism efforts coming in 2025, experts predict
The piecemeal progress of extremism-prevention efforts during the past four years is more than can be expected out of the Pentagon in 2025, experts said.
New health care savings benefit coming to troops in 2025
This tax-savings benefit will help defray out-of-pocket costs for medical and dental services and items.
By Karen Jowers
Why the 1914 Christmas Truce changed nothing on the Western Front
The Christmas Truce may have been a break from reality, but it was not the dawn of peace it's oftentimes made out to be.
By Peter Hart
From Grinch greetings to Santa sightings, the holidays come to troops
Holiday helpers have been busy, as plenty of organizations and individuals have been working to make the days a bit brighter for troops and their families.
By Karen Jowers
Santa catches a ride with troops to bring Christmas to Alaska village
Forget the sleigh powered by a herd of flying reindeer. Santa and Mrs. Claus hopped on military transports to deliver Christmas to a Tlingit village.
Indigenous WWI veterans get long awaited Medal of Honor review
Numerous Indigenous veterans are currently being reviewed as potential recipients of the Medal of Honor — more than a century after they served.
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How ‘Merry Christmas’ and ‘Happy Holidays’ reflect US military values
In this op-ed, an Army chaplain discusses how the military's commitment to religious freedom demonstrates the principles troops are sworn to defend.
By Chaplain (Maj.) Jordan Henricks
Will most troops move under new household goods program in 2025?
More than half of installations in the continental United States are moving troops' shipments under the new system.
By Karen Jowers
Following controversy, Maryland governor receives Bronze Star
The award comes months after reports that Moore claimed the award on a 2006 White House fellowship application when the paperwork had not been processed.
Marine vet who allegedly trained Chinese pilots to be extradited to US
Australia’s attorney general approved Daniel Duggan's extradition Monday, ending Duggan's nearly two-year attempt to avoid being returned to the U.S.
By By Keiran Smith
Coast Guard leaders kept sexual assault investigation secret: Report
The report also accused Coast Guard officials of deliberately removing references to the investigation from records submitted to Congress.
Marine gunner has AWOL charges tossed, gets reprimand for statements
In an unusual moment for court proceedings, the defendant's Marine Corps attorney used a recess to have the gunner preside over his promotion to captain.
By Hope Hodge Seck
Soldiers will soon get more financial help for emergency travel
Soldiers will get more help paying for airfare, the most expensive part of emergency travel.
By Karen Jowers