Army cuts hundreds of hours of redundant online training requirementsThe changes are effective immediately. Students in courses now do not have to complete them.By Todd South4 days ago
Military bases teem with PFAS — there’s still no firm plan for cleanupExcessive levels of toxic PFAS chemicals have been detected at 80% of active and decommissioned military bases.By Sachi Kitajima Mulkey, Grist3 weeks ago
Air defenders deployment extended as service grows the job fieldAir defenders are one of the most deployed units with the lowest deploy-to-dwell ratios in the Army, senior leaders have said in recent years.By Todd South3 months ago
Pentagon leak suspect Jack Teixeira expected to plead guiltyA plea hearing is set for March 4 in Boston’s federal courthouse.3 months ago
Continuing resolution would slow military modernization, services warnThe Navy, for example, would have $26 billion in the wrong places, and would need Congress to approve $13 billion in formal reprogrammings.By Megan Eckstein and Jen Judson3 months ago
Army to slash thousands of jobs in major revamp for future warsThe cuts will mainly affect already-empty posts — not actual soldiers.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press3 months ago
US Army’s short-range air defense efforts face review boardThe Army is seeking approval for its short-range air defense requirements, which will solidify a program of record for the rapidly developed capability.By Jen Judson3 months ago
Air Force recruiting rebounds while Army, Navy still struggleAir Force recruiting boss Brig. Gen. Christopher Amrhein said Tuesday he is “cautiously optimistic” about staying on track for the rest of the year.By Rachel S. Cohen3 months ago
DOD ‘slow rolling’ fair special pays for Guard, Reserve, advocates sayPentagon officials fear such reforms could harm active duty retention.By Davis Winkie3 months ago
After Jordan attack, Pentagon weighs options to bolster base securityU.S. troops will likely be staying put at Tower 22 and other remote outposts in Iraq, Syria and Jordan, according to the Pentagon.By Meghann Myers3 months ago
Marine Corps rated ‘strong,’ US military overall ‘weak,’ report saysThe report paints a picture of an aging and understaffed military.By Sarah Sicard4 months ago
Army announces spring deployments for seven unitsTwo of the units returned from overseas tours less than 16 months ago.By Todd South4 months ago