Brief scandal: Soldier without pants found in German nursing home
Breakfast at a German nursing home was interrupted by a surprise none of the residents had ordered: an American soldier, hold the trousers.
By Eve Sampson
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Vets disability claims backlog down to 200K cases, a post-pandemic low
The number of overdue disability claims rose to more than 400,000 cases after COVID-19 office closures and toxic exposure benefits expansion.
US sees ‘footprints’ of Iran-backed group in Tower 22 drone attack
The Defense Intelligence Agency in August showed reporters remnants of Iranian drones discovered in Ukraine, after Russian use, and Iraq.
Waves pummel Marshall Islands Army base, ‘marathon of recovery’ ahead
One video shows the surge of water rush into an on-base restaurant as people attempt to avoid getting swept away.
Hawaii authorities arrest man involved in scuffle on Army base
Hawaii authorities have arrested a man who fled with a handgun after getting into a scuffle while trying to talk to soldiers at an Army base.
Texas House passes act in honor of late Guardsman
The bill may also retroactively give Guardsmen the same protections as law enforcement assigned to the border.
Family of dead Guardsman seeks retroactive benefits from namesake bill
The Bishop Evans Act, named for a Texas National Guardsman who died, would guarantee death benefits for survivors of troops who die in the line of duty.
Military groups call on lawmakers to give Texas troops death benefits
Texas lawmakers are considering legislation that would guarantee National Guard troops on state deployment $500,000 in death benefits for their survivors.
Military children helped create art for White House Valentine’s Day
Children at Fort Drum South Riva Ridge Child Development Center helped the first lady create the “heart” projects when she visited their school in January.
Pacific training center to add partners, events for Army exercises
Military partners from Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines participated in the recent rotation.
By Todd South
Army buildings need work, but these two bases need the most
The report's data collection ended in 2020. Added wear and tear, and inflation likely has increased the need.
US to boost military presence in Europe for Russia threat
Biden announced the permanent basing of a U.S. military garrison in Poland. He also said the U.S. is sending two additional F-35 fighter jet squadrons to the U.K. and more air defense and other capabilities to Germany and Italy.
By Zeke Miller, The Associated Press