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Army air defense systems deploy to the Arctic, Africa for first time
The Sgt. STOUT and Avenger, both mobile air defense systems, deployed for major European and African exercises.
By Todd South
Retired CENTCOM commander’s lawsuit against privatized housing owners ‘gives validation’ to issue, advocate says
Bad things happen to generals in privatized housing, too.
By Karen Jowers
Defense Department to make sexual harassment a crime
The move comes amid reports of a spike in sexual assaults in the ranks in recent years.
Australian troops ordered to avoid using slang with US Marines
To avoid misunderstandings while training, Australian troops have been ordered to stop using slang with the U.S. Marines on rotation in Darwin.
By Stephen Weigand
Overseas military kids’ school lunches will cost 25 cents more in the fall
Price increase is in line with federal requirements.
By Karen Jowers
New US European Command leader will take over amid NATO worries and tensions
The United States is installing new military leadership in Europe at a moment of heightened worries about Russian aggression, doubts about the future of arms control and rising tensions among NATO allies.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press
Privatized housing system leaves military families lost, Warren charges
Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren wants tougher military oversight and more transparency on private companies handling housing issues.
Retired Army major general dies after lawnmower accident
Retired Maj. Gen. Eldon Bargewell, 72, was the most decorated soldier on active duty at the time of his retirement in 2006.
By Army Times staff