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US lifts Cambodian arms embargo after resuming military exercises
The United States has lifted a four-year arms embargo on Cambodia after announcing a resumption of the annual Angkor Sentinel military exercises.
Army certifies rapid anti-drone response team
The Army certified the unit of 11 soldiers as an operational team following high-pressure field tests in Florida and North Dakota.
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WWII nurses deserve Congressional Gold Medal, lawmakers say
A coalition of retired military nurses and others is pushing to award the Congressional Gold Medal to World War II nurses.
Senate inches closer to vote on government shutdown deal
The Senate is drawing closer to a vote on legislation to end the government shutdown.
Government shutdown prompts cancellation of some Veterans Day events
The longest federal government shutdown on record is curtailing and outright canceling parades, ceremonies and other Veterans Day events across America.
Troops’ dental readiness showing some improvement, some decay
Although troops’ dental readiness has improved some over the last decade, there’s also been a decline in the number of troops with the best dental health.
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This American soldier saved Charlemagne’s cathedral in World War II
Capt. Walter Huchthausen strove tirelessly to stop the building from collapsing and ensured it would be preserved as it is today.
Review: ‘In Waves and War’ shows promise of psychedelics to treat PTSD
The documentary, streaming Monday, follows a group of veterans undergoing experimental treatments currently not approved for clinical use in the U.S.
An enduring symbol: why troops keep naming things after reptiles
From cobras to gators, reptilian mascots and call signs appear on patches, aircraft and unit logos across every branch. Why?
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Battlefield 6 review: the return of a war game worth fighting for
After the rocky reception of Battlefield 2042, game developer DICE needed a strong comeback. The new Battlefield 6 mostly delivers, our reviewer writes.
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Army aims to field 1 million drones in next 2-3 years
The Army’s new pilot program called SkyFoundry hopes to see the service forge partnerships with private industry to churn out drones.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Hegseth to slash red tape, empower program heads in acquisition revamp
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth outlined plans to replace the old JCIDS requirements process, which he said "moved at the speed of paperwork, not war."
Government shutdown prompts cancellation of some Veterans Day events
The longest federal government shutdown on record is curtailing and outright canceling parades, ceremonies and other Veterans Day events across America.
By Andrew DeMillo, The Associated Press
Troops’ dental readiness showing some improvement, some decay
Although troops’ dental readiness has improved some over the last decade, there’s also been a decline in the number of troops with the best dental health.
By Karen Jowers
This American soldier saved Charlemagne’s cathedral in World War II
Capt. Walter Huchthausen strove tirelessly to stop the building from collapsing and ensured it would be preserved as it is today.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Senate votes down measure to limit Trump’s ability to strike Venezuela
Senate Republicans have rejected legislation that would have put a check on President Donald Trump’s ability to launch an attack against Venezuela.
Army seeks high-energy laser systems to kill drone swarms
The new laser systems are expected to take out intelligence and surveillance drones, as well as those that can carry high-grade explosives.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
A list of US military strikes against alleged drug-carrying vessels
Military Times' timeline of strikes conducted by the U.S. military in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific since early September.
National Guard deployment in the nation’s capital extended to Feb. 28
The Washington D.C. National Guard, deployed to the nation’s capital since August, will remain on orders at least through the end of February.
Dick Cheney, former vice president and defense secretary, dies at 84
Cheney led the armed forces as defense chief during the Persian Gulf War and later was a leading advocate for the invasion of Iraq.
Army’s clock must now start ticking faster when a soldier goes missing
Under a new directive, the Army must notify a soldier's family within eight hours of the soldier being discovered absent.
By Eve Sampson
Supreme Court weighs if contractor can be sued for wartime negligence
Justices were skeptical Monday that the case was an exception to other lawsuits against defense contractors, which usually get immunity in such litigation.
By Patricia Kime
DODEA schools offering free or reduced meals amid shutdown
Eligibility continues as long as the household income qualifies under the USDA thresholds.
By Karen Jowers
More shutdown assistance offered through military stores
Extended period of interest-free commissary purchases and reduced-price meals for DOD school students affected by the government shutdown are available.
By Karen Jowers
Guardsman learns to fly autonomous Black Hawk in less than an hour
In a training first, an Army National Guardsman used a tablet to control Sikorsky's optionally piloted Black Hawk and plan its task during an exercise.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Program for youth caregivers, umpire academy among Fisher awardees
Five nonprofits were awarded a total of $400,000 for their innovative support of troops, military families and veterans.
By Karen Jowers