Army scales back eligibility for Future Soldier Prep CourseThe Future Soldier Preparatory Course, a cornerstone of the Army’s recent recruiting gains, is set to narrow its eligibility criteria.By Eve Sampson12 days ago
National Guard exceeds recruiting goals for fiscal year 2025The Army National Guard and Air National Guard combined to recruit 50,000 new enlistees.By Todd South2 weeks ago
Buffalo chicken, Thai and Cuban food coming to the MRE lineup in 2026Three current, low-rated meal options are going away next year.By Todd South3 weeks ago
Soldiers push limits to compete for expert badgesThe Expert Soldier Badge was introduced in 2019 for soldiers with MOSs outside of infantry, medical and special forces communities.By Zita Ballinger Fletcher3 weeks ago
Here’s what’s new in soldier gear in 2025 and beyondFrom body armor to loitering munitions, the center for all things soldier gear is upgrading and fielding new equipment to troops.By Todd South, Beth Sullivan and J.D. Simkins3 weeks ago
Pentagon adds exemptions to requirement for all troops to get flu shotThe Pentagon has introduced exemptions for reservists and proclaimed that the shot is only necessary in some circumstances for all service members.6 weeks ago