Latest ""
He was awarded a Silver Star for a battle the US said never happened
On Aug. 11, 2025, 57 years after the battle, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency has announced the recovery of James Henry Calfee from Lima Site 85.
By Richard Sisk
Services need clear guidance for granting tattoo waivers, report says
Lawmakers are questioning whether tattoo policies are slowing military recruiting.
Don’t expect quick payouts from Camp Lejeune toxic water lawsuits
Simply serving at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, during the 25-year eligibility period isn’t enough to guarantee a cash settlement.
Revive the Army’s Early Commissioning Program
Expansion of the Army's Early Commissioning Program, with proper oversight, could help recruiting shortfalls, writes this Army officer.
By Ian Whitfield
Why do kids keep falling from windows in military base housing?
Fifteen children fell out of windows in military housing from 2017 to 2021, plus three more in 2022. What are privatized housing companies doing about it?
By Karen Jowers
Overseas military retirees’ postal privileges still in limbo
A week before military mail privileges were supposed to stop for retirees living overseas, there's no clear answer.
By Karen Jowers
Stricter social media rules for DoD officials aim to prevent snafus
For public affairs officers who also post in a private capacity, their profiles can’t indicate what they do professionally.
US, South Korea to begin expanded military drills next week
The allies’ summertime drills, named Ulchi Freedom Shield, will take place from Aug. 22 to Sept. 1 in South Korea.
Charges reinstated against corpsman in MARSOC homicide case
A three-judge panel reinstated charges against Chief Petty Officer Eric Gilmet following a July appellate hearing.
By Todd South
How much land does the military really own?
The U.S. military has nearly 30 million acres around the world.
By Sarah Sicard