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What military families need to know about Tricare open season
As this year’s Tricare open season draws near, some military families may need to act before the end of the year to avoid losing coverage.
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The pitfalls of being the ‘good guy’ NCO
Our guest opinion writer argues that, when non-commissioned officers try to be everyone's friend, nobody benefits.
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Learn how your military benefits — including health care, retirement pay and more — have changed in 2024.
What to know for a smooth PCS move in 2024
Read up on tips and tricks in Military Times' 2024 Permanent Change of Station Guide.
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Your Army
Marines continue to make female infantry officers, with little fanfare
Women are now making it through the course with a success rate of better than 50%, though the number of volunteers opting to attend remains low.
Bronze statue of Tuskegee airman found after theft from Detroit park
The statue of Lt. Col. Alexander Jefferson was reported missing Wednesday evening from Rouge Park on Detroit's far west side.
Marine gender study reveals importance of ‘explosive strength’
A major predictor of training injury and attrition was reduced muscular power and lower relative peaks in explosive strength, the study found.
Israel launches military strikes against Iran
Israeli military officials said the attacks were in retaliation for Iran's Oct. 1 ballistic missile attack on Israel.
In other news
US needs more AI investment, not just guardrails, defense experts say
Defense and industry officials said the White House's AI policy memo should be accompanied by greater investment in enabling infrastructure.
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Did a US F-22 shoot down a UFO? Photo of aerial object adds to mystery
A grainy image (it’s always a grainy image) of an object downed by an F-22 over Canada's Yukon territory has aviation (and UFO) enthusiasts chattering.
Air Force Falcons unveil glorious AFSOC-themed football unis
The Air Force just dropped some special edition football uniforms and they are certifiably fire.
By Riley Ceder
Meal, Ready-to-Bulk? Pentagon urged to add creatine to MREs
The gains-based recommendation will now await a Senate decision in order to become law.
A personal account of a paratrooper who jumped into Normandy on D-Day
Lt. Col. Gerhard Bolland, an 82nd Airborne Division officer, described what it was really like to parachute during the invasion of Normandy.
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Persistent Systems details how their Wave Relay network can support the Army's NGC2 Program
At AUSA, the company explains how their data-centric solution can help warfighters currently limited by stovepipe systems and network challenges
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App for ‘subletting’ child care slots expands to all Air Force bases
Families can save money by 'renting' their child care slot when they'll be away, and other families get needed short-term child care.
By Karen Jowers
Lawmakers demand answers on unpaid National Guard bonuses
“It is absolutely unacceptable that the National Guard has not paid thousands of soldiers and veterans the enlistment bonuses they were promised.”
By Sarah Sicard
Navigating the Pentagon’s social media rules amid the Israel-Hamas war
While OPSEC remains a priority, the lines about what service members can and cannot post have become more blurred.
By Sarah Sicard
Telehealth could strengthen military’s mental health care, report says
The report cautions the Pentagon to get telehealth implementation right if they want to make it as effective as in-person care.
Veteran suicides rose in 2021 despite increased prevention efforts
More than 70,000 veterans died by suicide from 2011 to 2001.
VA pledges investigation into crisis line after whistleblower concerns
The Government Accountability Office is also expected to launch an investigation into the suicide prevention hotline.
In war for talent, Army’s new direct commissions an admin ‘disaster’
The Army's direct commissioning machine has slowly creaked to life in recent years, but will it be ready for the next war's demands?
By Davis Winkie
How Ketamine-based clinics are improving veterans’ mental health
Ketamine treatments have made enough inroads with mitigating PTSD symptoms that the VA recently expanded its relationship with Ketamine Wellness Centers.
By Jon Simkins
Eugene Vindman, Army vet who drew Trump’s ire, to run for Congress
Eugene Vindman and his brother, Alexander, were both forced out of their jobs at the National Security Council by Trump.
Author Sebastian Junger explains why it’s hard for troops to come home
Author and combat reporter Sebastian Junger explains the difficulties of returning home after war.
By Sarah Sicard