Next Generation Squad Weapon and optic exceed soldiers’ expectationsThe brigade will be fully fielded with the new weapons by September.By Todd South2 weeks ago
Army fielding new helmet that protects against small arms fireThe new helmet gives added protection at the same weight of the current helmet.By Todd South3 months ago
These are the new pieces of wearable tech coming to the Army in 2024A wearables pilot will track an entire brigade's fitness through smart wrist devices, chest straps and rings.By Todd South4 months ago
A soldier died of cancer at 26. Her family says the Army is to blame.Spc. Maria Martinez's family says she explicitly requested a cancer screening when symptoms first appeared, but her military care providers refused.By Hope Hodge Seck5 months ago
Keep soldiers out of our creek, farm owners tell Fort LibertyThere must be something in the water.By Jon Simkins5 months ago
Navigating the Pentagon’s social media rules amid the Israel-Hamas warWhile OPSEC remains a priority, the lines about what service members can and cannot post have become more blurred.By Sarah Sicard6 months ago
Gear epicenter aims efforts at brigades, loitering munitions and kitSenior NCO training teams now analyze operational kit and provide new equipment training to units.By Todd South7 months ago
Updates on soldier gear cold weather, targeting, body armorNew gear coming, as improvements to legacy gear continue.By Todd South7 months ago
Sig Sauer plans to expand ammunition factory in central Arkansas Sig Sauer plans a $150 million expansion of its Elite Performance Ammunition manufacturing facility in central Arkansas.By Hunter Field, Arkansas Advocate7 months ago
Aviators, ground troops and drones: The Army’s congestion problemTraining on counter drone work, new guidelines for adding drones to formations and better aircraft on the way.By Todd South7 months ago
Navy to test SEALs, special warfare sailors for steroids and PEDsThe measure will require 15% of a naval special warfare unit’s population to undergo performance enhancing drug testing each month.By Diana Stancy7 months ago
Army approves next phase for augmented reality deviceOver the next 18 months, the Army will add in cloud technology and review a feasible, affordable production plan for the device.By Todd South8 months ago