American and Filipino forces launched their largest combat exercises in years Monday in a show of allied firepower that has alarmed Beijing. A former Army financial adviser admitted to taking advantage of his role to swindle deceased troops’ grieving loved ones out of millions. Historically, policies involving the deportation of veterans have not always been closely followed. Early moves to lower fitness test standards defeat the purpose of that test. By Alex Morrow
3 weeks ago Operations will continue during the mandated safety training period. What might have looked like an aging system not long ago now appears to be a workhorse that could be used for years to come. The Army will begin a directed-energy test campaign to find the sweet spot for laser weapons when it comes to lethality, reliability and cost. But before it works, the service must break from antiquated acquisition processes that prevent rapid purchases and slow down deliveries to soldiers. Laser and microwave weapons are considered critical elements of layered defense, or having different countermeasures ready to thwart different threats. If Congress does not approve a federal appropriations plan by midnight, some military activities could be postponed or canceled over the weekend. Load More