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US announces $350M in additional military aid to Ukraine
The latest aid package includes various types of ammunition, such as rockets and grenade launchers, as well as fuel tanker trucks and patrol boats.
Higher cancer rates found in military pilots, ground crews
The data had long been sought by retired military aviators who have raised alarms for years about the number of crew members they knew had cancer.
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Video shows 'aggressive' encounter of Russian jets near U.S. drone
The Pentagon released footage of Russian jets acting aggressively near a U.S. drone.
Dogs are helping comfort veterans diagnosed with PTSD
A pilot program is being offered in Alaska, California, Florida, North Carolina, and Texas thanks to the PAWS Act, which calls for dog therapy.
Defense Department recognizes women, contributions to US security
The U.S. Department of Defense recognizes women and their contributions to national security, celebrating "collective victories."
House GOP blames Biden for botched 2021 US exit from Afghanistan
House Republicans have demanded more answers from the Biden administration about the turbulent removal of troops from Afghanistan in August 2021.
Army's 'Be All You Can Be!' slogan is back
The "Be All You Can Be!" slogan will return in ad campaigns starting March 8.
Kim Jong Un's sister warns North Korea ready to act against US, SKorea
The warning came after U.S.-South Korean training on Monday involving a B-52 bomber over the Korean Peninsula.
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US Senate aims to end 'forever war' authorizations
A committee of lawmakers is set to review legislation to repeal multiple authorizations for wars in Iraq, according to Sen. Chuck Schumer.
Air Force removes 6 officers at nuclear base after loss of confidence
Air Force officers charged with caring for a North Dakota nuclear base were relieved of command in loss of confidence issue with the military.
How legislation would provide benefits for 42,000 disabled veterans
Despite hundreds of lawmakers co-sponsoring the bill in 2021-22, it never got a committee hearing. Advocates now hope for a different outcome.
N. Korea makes fresh threats, US bombers fly after ICBM test
Saturday’s ICBM test signals that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is using his rivals’ drills as a chance to expand his country's nuclear arsenal.
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Hunger advocates: Military families still facing food insecurity
Because of how certain military benefits are counted, on paper, families still appear to have more money than they actually do.
Black Hawk helicopter crashes in Alabama, killing 2 crew
Two members of the Tennessee National Guard were killed during a flight-training mission. There were no injuries to anyone on the ground.
| AP and Scripps News Staff
Black Vietnam War veteran to receive Medal of Honor
Retired Army Col. Paris Davis will receive the highest award for military valor in action for his time in the Vietnam War.
Shot-down objects are not extraterrestrial, US officials say
The White House says the three objects are not extraterrestrial in nature, but claims little else is known about them.
Navy recovers Chinese spy balloon in Atlantic after it was shot down
The Biden administration decided to bring down the Chinese balloon once it made its way to the ocean after it hovered over several states.
US Air Force general warns of potential war with China in 2025
In a leaked memo, U.S. Air Force Gen. Mike Minihan said "my gut tells me we will fight in 2025."
Ukrainian troops are getting air defense training in the US
In Fort Sill, Oklahoma, Ukrainian solders are training on an advanced air defense platform called the Patriot missile system.
Expanded US training for Ukraine forces begins in Germany
The combined arms training is aimed at honing Ukrainian forces' skills so they will be better prepared in fighting back against Russia.
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New Housing Support For Military Families Is Coming
In a tough economy, the Defense Department is taking steps to help relieve the burden on military families.
Teen Honors Veterans During Wreaths Across America Day
Wreaths Across America Day is a holiday tradition that started in 1992 as a way to remember those who served.
U.S. Poised To Approve Patriot Missile Battery For Ukraine
The Patriot would be the most advanced surface-to-air missile system the West has provided to Ukraine.
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White House Will Be 'Relentless' In Securing Paul Whelan's Release
White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan described the administration's commitment to bringing Paul Whelan home as "absolutely rock solid."
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House Passes Defense Bill Scrapping COVID Vaccine Mandate
The bill provides nearly $858 billion for national defense in addition to taking away a COVID vaccine mandate for U.S. military members.
| AP and Scripps News Staff
Congress Set To Rescind COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate For Troops
As of early this month, about 99% of the active-duty troops in the Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps had been vaccinated, and 98% of the Army.
| AP and Scripps News Staff
Houston Hospital Helps Amputee Patients With New Prosthetics Procedure
New surgical procedure at a Houston hospital increases success of people getting prosthetics.
How Effective Is Missile Defense?
Armies have gradually improved techniques to defend against both ballistic rockets and powered missiles.
Dallas Air Show Victims Named; NTSB Investigation Underway
Six people were killed Saturday when a World War II-era bomber and a fighter plane collided and crashed in a ball of flames during an air show.
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