Judge orders ‘immediate’ return of books removed from 5 DOD schools
The censored items included materials about slavery, Native American history, women’s history, LGBTQ history, and preventing sexual harassment and abuse.
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The Army yearns for the mines, reopens WWII-era critical mineral site
A gold mine in Idaho that once churned out critical minerals for the U.S. “Arsenal of Democracy” during WWII has been resurrected in a new Army initiative.
Pentagon announces strike on alleged drug boat in the Pacific Ocean
The strike marks the eighth against an alleged drug-carrying vessel and the first in the Pacific Ocean.
Should the Army bring back the Pentomic Division?
Decades after the Army abandoned the Pentomic concept, a defense expert argues such a concept may provide a solution to the battlefield problems of today.
Army sergeant dies from wounds in vehicle training accident
The sergeant enlisted in the Army in 2021 and was a graduate of the Army Basic Leader Course.
Army scales back eligibility for Future Soldier Prep Course
The Future Soldier Preparatory Course, a cornerstone of the Army’s recent recruiting gains, is set to narrow its eligibility criteria.
Hegseth changes policy on how Pentagon officials speak with Congress
The change appears to be part of a broader effort by Hegseth to exert tighter control over what the department communicates to the outside world.
Army Southern European Task Force, Africa turns to AI for wargaming
The wargame, part of a deployment readiness exercise at Vicenza, Italy, took advantage of Maven, the Pentagon’s flagship AI project.
Trump taps Hegseth’s top military aide for Army vice chief of staff
Gen. James Mingus is currently vice chief of staff and has not publicly said he plans to step aside.
Soldiers now equipped with next-gen navigation system
MAPS GEN II provides troops with increased abilities to navigate and communicate in environments where GPS is denied or degraded.
The WWII origins of the (now demolished) East Wing of the White House
The White House’s many reconstruction and remodeling efforts since 1792 have drawn media, congressional and public ire. This one has been no different.
Coast Guard spends $200 million on private jets for DHS leaders
DHS previously requested $50 million for a new U.S. Coast Guard plane, a figure that has since quadrupled, according to congressional Democrats.
Air Force conducts ‘bomber attack’ demonstration near Venezuela
The flight was intended to demonstrate “U.S. commitment to proactively deter adversary threats to the U.S. homeland," according to the Air Force.
Army to downplay bonuses, ramp up job flexibility in retention efforts
Army officials said the service is trying to adapt to the priorities of a younger generation.
In a war, the US Army could destroy China’s ports. Should it?
If America were to go to war with China, damaging Chinese ports or seizing economic facilities would be a strategic blunder, one officer argues.
Army, Marine Corps vehicles not ready for combat, watchdog finds
Industry challenges and reductions in vehicle overhauls have kneecapped vehicle combat readiness in the Army and Marine Corps, the GAO report said.
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?
