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Military takeover of New Mexico borderlands challenged in court
The lawsuit argues that the government unlawfully expanded the scope and duration of its “national defense area” designation.
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Errors in disability cases for ‘painful scars’ resulted in overpayment: VA watchdog
During a review period from June 1, 2024, through May 31, 2025, the VA made at least one error in 17,900 cases regarding disability decisions.
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US Army seeks manufacturers for 155mm howitzer barrels amid boost in demand
The move comes amid Pentagon concerns that the U.S. government’s only plant for manufacturing howitzer barrels can’t keep up with the recent demand.
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Salaries, food and sumo wrestling suits: What I learned paying the bills for war
From Vietnam to Iraq, “I had a bird’s-eye view on how money and war are inextricably linked,” this Air Force veteran reflects in The War Horse.
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US Army long-range fires make a splash on the frontline with China
The U.S. Army has been upgrading its missiles and rocket artillery, largely in response to China’s missile arsenal.
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‘Jaws of hell’: A B-24 crew’s capture, survival after WWII air raid
In his new book, Adam Makos writes about how an American B-24 bomber crew was saved by a Romanian princess following the deadly Ploesti Raid in WWII.
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Tip of the spear, or stranded on beaches? Chinese planners dissect USMC Pacific posture
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The Army’s most dangerous logistics problem is hiding behind motor pools
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Green Beret who survived an IED now clears Ukraine’s landmines
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The Military Spouse Commission: viable solution or classic bureaucratic dog-and-pony show?
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Hegseth appoints Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer to Barracks Task Force
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth taps the Marine reservist to serve as a senior advisor for the Pentagon’s effort to improve troops’ living conditions.
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Pentagon directs cyber, intelligence agencies to counter foreign election threats
Hegseth ordered the agencies to “mobilize every authorized asset, capability and partnership under your command” to defend U.S. election infrastructure.
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USS Klakring sent to the bottom of the Atlantic in joint US-UK SINKEX
A decommissioned U.S. guided-missile frigate was sent to the bottom of the Atlantic on Sept. 25 during a joint U.S.-U.K. naval exercise.
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8 injured after 2 aviators eject during landing mishap aboard USS Dwight D. Eisenhower
Two pilots and six sailors were injured during an aircraft landing mishap aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower on Monday.
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US forces exiting Iraq after 2 decades, leaving opening for Iran
U.S. forces are set to depart from their last bases in Iraq by Wednesday, a move celebrated as a victory by Iran and its allies.
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Troops at Cannon AFB lost 5,000 duty days traveling for medical care: GAO
A new GAO report found that troops at Cannon AFB lost at least 5,000 duty days in 2025 because they had to travel long distances for medical care.
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38 sailors, Marines wounded this month in Middle East
The Pentagon’s Defense Casualty Analysis System said 29 sailors and 9 Marines were wounded in the Middle East in September.
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Congress presses Oracle for answers on VA’s $17 billion EHR increase
Lawmakers are turning directly to Oracle for answers about why the VA increased the ceiling on its electronic health record contract by $17 billion.
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Texas man defrauded Tricare of $26 million to fund lavish lifestyle
A Texas man used money defrauded from Tricare for a casino-themed party and a gold-plated Tesla Cybertruck, among other expenses.
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Heavy losses of MQ-9 Reaper to factor in future plans to divest, replace aircraft
Congress must weigh the MQ-9A Reaper’s operational capability and its replacement’s cost risks amid legislation proposed to halt the aircraft’s divestment.
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Corps offers incentives for Marines willing to extend overseas tours
The Marine Corps announced several incentives for personnel who are willing to extend their overseas tours by a year or longer.
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Soldier charged in shooting death of infant
Spc. Peyton D. Creel is facing a court-martial after his child was shot in the head with a rifle.
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Meet Axel, the deaf rescue dog now set to deploy
“Axel is not a tactical asset; he is a force multiplier by means of mental health and soldier readiness,” Sgt. Mollie Karazim told Military Times.