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Monthly pay bump coming for Army paratroopers, Hegseth says
Rank-and-file paratroopers and jumpmasters will see an increase in monthly hazardous duty incentive pay.
Army Reserve gears up for the ‘Super Bowl’ of all exercises
An estimated 9,000 soldiers will participate across more than five states.
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Pentagon approves 1,100 more troops for southern border mission
The additional 1,100 troops would bring the military close to 10,000 total deployed in of the border mission.
Sailor arrested for allegedly making false bomb threat on plane
John Stea allegedly told a flight attendant that the enger next to him had explosives on a Hawaiian Airlines flight departing San Diego on Tuesday.
Private plane crashes into San Diego military housing neighborhood
Authorities say two people have died and multiple others were injured when a private jet crashed into military housing in San Diego during foggy weather.
Lingering cost worries cloud plans for veterans disability reform bill
Advocates hope to restart momentum in Congress this year on the Major Richard Star Act.
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TSA trained to accept military IDs in lieu of REAL IDs, officials say
A military ID is an acceptable alternative to the REAL ID, which is now required for engers boarding domestic flights in the United States.
Why Master Chief shunned the red tape of realistic military promotions
Halo's Master Chief has single-handedly turned the tide of interstellar wars. Yet despite his legendary exploits, his rank has remained static.
Why troops secretly relate to SpongeBob’s ‘I’m a Goofy Goober’ spiral
For all its absurdity, SpongeBob’s “Goofy Goober” breakdown in “The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie" has become an unlikely touchstone in military circles.
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How Battle Brick Customs carved out a space for military collectors
The company produces kits based on real military vehicles, ranging from World War II tanks to modern U.S. Army Humvees and Special Forces boats.
This sailor requested leave to get his wife pregnant. It was approved.
“My wife is planning on getting pregnant this weekend,” the 1967 liberty request read, “and I would sure like to be there when it happens.”
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From space to barbed wire, museums welcome military families for free
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British Army tests lightweight Javelin antitank weapon at record range
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Senators demand new investigation into former Gen. Milley’s conduct
Republican lawmakers are asking for punishment against the former t Chiefs Chairman for perceived moves undermining civilian control of the military.
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Army investigating allegations Rangers fired blank rounds at civilians
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