The 5 Americans who made history by earning the Victoria Cross
Since Queen Victoria instituted the Victoria Cross in 1856, five American-born men have received Britain’s highest military award for valor.
By Jon Guttman
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SEAL who led workout with lacrosse players lacked credentials: report
The September 2024 workout was “unusually intense,” and resulted in 24 of the 61 participants developing rhabdomyolysis.
Services need to track recruits’ medical waiver decisions, DoD IG says
Tracking why an applicant does not request a medical waiver could help improve the ongoing military recruiting crisis, according to the watchdog.
Toxic foam spill at Hawaii’s Red Hill facility due to contractor error
About 1,300 gallons of toxic fire suppressant leaked at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage site near Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, on Nov. 29, 2022.
By Kent Miller
Ukraine downs Russian hypersonic missile with US Patriot system
It's the first known time the country has been able to intercept one of Moscow’s most modern missiles.
Marines slam a shrinking amphibious fleet, but the Navy isn’t to blame
The genesis of an amphibious lift shortfall is the Corps’ abandonment of its long-standing requirement for a larger fleet of 38 ships, this Marine says.
By Maj. Gen. Christopher Owens (retired)
Japan ocean policy vows tougher security amid China threat
Japan's new Basic Plan on Ocean Policy also calls for accelerating developing autonomous underwater vehicles and remote robots for better surveillance.
Military sex assault reports rise, even as Army numbers fall
The Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps all had more reports of sexual assault last year than the previous year.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Pentagon: Unidentified aerial sightings now number more than 650
The new total represents a 27% increase since the last report released in January.
By Zamone Perez
Navy dishes out awards for best culinary crews across the service
These crews are acing taco Tuesday — but it's more than just cooking a good meal. Preparation and diligent logistics set crews apart.
By Zamone Perez