Children’s hospitals take fight over military payments to CongressA change in how the military pays for care at civilian children's hospitals may cause significant health care access problems, advocates warn.18 hours ago
Military’s novel floating pier arrives in Gaza amid security concernsThe Gaza aid pier is made possible by an oft-neglected but vital military capability known as Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore, or JLOTS.36 hours ago
Pentagon & CongressMilitary sexual assault totals down, but trust among women remains lowLess than half of women in the military trust leaders to properly handle reports of sexual assault, according to new Pentagon data.
Meet the namesake of the Navy’s newest ship, the USS Robert E. SimanekThis Marine threw himself onto a grenade to save his entrenched comrades in Korea. He absorbed the full blast — yet survived.2 days ago
Academy athletes could jump to pro sports right away under House planA proposal from House lawmakers would let academy athletes with professional sports offers serve in the reserves instead of on active duty.3 days ago
Vets bill would expand caregiver support, boost in-home care optionsA sweeping veterans measure introduced by lawmakers on Tuesday would improve benefits for veteran caregivers and individuals facing homelessness.4 days ago
Watchdog finds ‘gaps’ in DON sexual misconduct policiesThe report found the Navy doesn't require thorough enough documentation or training for officials overseeing such complaints.4 days ago
Junior enlisted to get 20% pay bump, E5s get 13% more under House planHouse lawmakers are looking to overhaul the military's pay tables next year to dramatically boost junior enlisted pay.4 days ago
Disinformation creates ‘precarious year for democracy,’ experts warnSome of the messaging meant to sow division is reaching veterans and service members by preying on their sense of duty to the U.S.5 days ago
The USS Carney, salty and battle-tested, is back in the United StatesThe warship Carney has wrapped up its unprecedented cruise in the Middle East, where it battled Iran-backed Houthi rebel barrages on a near-daily basis.5 days ago
USS Hershel ‘Woody’ Williams suffers soft grounding in West AfricaThe incident occurred shortly after the ship departed Libreville, Gabon.5 days ago
Navy seeks to develop reusable menstrual underwear for women sailors The project reflects the latest move to help women servicemembers deal with the so-called "Pink Tax."5 days ago
House lawmakers cut back public hearings on annual defense billDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of May 13, 2024.5 days ago
Navy IDs sailor who died during Middle East deploymentChief Hospital Corpsman Daniel D. McCracken died during a non-combat related incident on May 6.8 days ago
VA to provide grants for veteran, spouse employment help A new grant program will provide up to $500,000 to organizations helping veterans and spouses land post-military jobs.8 days ago
Navy offering big bucks to keep aviation officers in uniformAviators from a variety of platforms are eligible for big bucks if they opt to stay Navy.8 days ago
Watchdog blasts VA for errors leading to $11M in improper bonuses A watchdog report criticized VA leaders for mistakes in handling $11 million in bonuses for senior department leaders.9 days ago
Marine Corps’ longest-held Vietnam War POW, Harlan Chapman, dies at 89Marine aviator Harlan Chapman once spent 2,657 days in captivity before his release in 1973. The retired lieutenant colonel passed away Monday, May 6.9 days ago
Most VA police have not finished veteran suicide prevention training Whistleblowers told lawmakers that fewer than one-third of VA law enforcement personnel completed mandatory suicide prevention training last year.9 days ago