‘May the 4th be with you’: How World War II influenced ‘Star Wars’ One does not have to stray far to glean that the galaxy of “Star Wars” is rife with WWII-based allegories.2 hours ago
Will DOD need to start producing some medicines to protect troops?In some cases, it could be cheaper and safer for the military to manufacture medicines troops need.20 hours ago
Military CultureThe Holocaust survivor who became a Medal of Honor recipientTibor Rubin had a history of defying the Reaper.
Impact of massive health care cyberattack on vets remains unclear A massive cyberattack against a private health care firm in February may have exposed millions of veterans' personal medical records.24 hours ago
Former election official fined for obtaining fake military ballotsA former Milwaukee election official convicted of misconduct in office and fraud for obtaining fake absentee ballots was sentenced this week.2 days ago
US airstrike targeting al-Qaida leader in Syria killed a farmerA U.S. airstrike in Syria in May 2023 that was targeting an al-Qaida leader killed an innocent civilian instead, U.S. Central Command said Thursday.2 days ago
30 sailors and Marines injured in at-sea training mishap off FloridaFive of the injured troops were transported to a civilian hospital, with four released the next day, the Navy said.2 days ago
Marine Corps’ new Force Design approaches are paying off in operationsPieces of the changes already in the operating force are proving their combat-worthiness, two senior generals said.2 days ago
VA’s Under Secretary of Memorial Affairs to step down in late MayMatthew Quinn, VA's top cemeteries official, will leave the key department leadership post later this month.2 days ago
Judge declares mistrial after jury deadlocks in Abu Ghraib trialThe jury deadlocked on accusations that civilian interrogators at Abu Ghraib conspired with U.S. soldiers to abuse detainees.2 days ago
Top Marine ‘won’t apologize’ for Corps’ past neglect of barracks"But now the tide has to turn, and we have to get back to quality of life," Gen. Eric Smith said.2 days ago
Marines sending new amphibious vehicles to Japan in the summer184 amphibious combat vehicles have already been fielded by BAE Systems to the Marine Corps.2 days ago
Barracks problems take center stage at military readiness hearing'I want Marines focused on bullets on bad guys, not managing HVAC systems.'2 days ago
Charity founder in homeless vets hoax charged with fraud, stolen valorA New York charity official who falsely claimed that homeless vets were being evicted in favor of immigrants was charged with fraud and stolen valor.2 days ago
Air Force, Navy likely to fall short on reserve recruits in 2024The Air Force Reserve and the Navy Reserve are expected to fall short of this fiscal year’s recruitment goals.2 days ago
Navy’s next amphibious ship named for Marines’ Helmand province fightThe Navy will honor the Marines and sailors who served in Afghanistan with the name of the next America-class amphibious ship.2 days ago
New tech aims to make Marines more lethal shootersThe tools include shot tracking, instant feedback, new simulators and devices that improve technique.3 days ago
How the Marine Corps’ barracks got to be so bad, according to 2 generalsYears of spending more on weapons systems than on quality of life was one reason, the Marine Corps’ budget chief said.3 days ago
Marines test mixed reality ‘telemaintenance’ for battlefield repairsUsing mixed reality headsets, technicians and Marines can 'see' the same view and conduct repairs.3 days ago