New missile allows Marine pilots to strike far, avoid air defenses
Marine fighter pilots now have a missile that can strike targets up to 230 miles away, keeping aviators out of the range of many air defense systems.
By Todd South
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Personnel shortages may force US Air Force pilots to fly non-fighters
A U.S. Air Force memo outlines a “significant but necessary” policy change to pilot assignments.
No wheels, no canopy, no problem: A-10 pilot who pulled off daring landing receives Distinguished Flying Cross
Then-Capt. Brett DeVries had no choice but to try to land the plane on its belly without landing gear or a canopy.
Why I chose to serve in the military
Veterans share what made them sign up to serve in the U.S. military.
By Sarah Sicard
Senate appropriators propose federal pay freeze for 2021
Federal employees would be frozen at 2020 pay rates under proposed Senate funding bills.
By Jessie Bur
Esper fired as defense secretary
Defense Secretary Mark Esper fell out of favor with President Donald Trump over a variety of issues.
By Aaron Mehta
The next secretary of defense should be a woman
Four female lawmakers currently serving in Congress would bring as much or more credentials than most of the 27 men who have been defense secretary, says the author of this commentary.
By Lawrence J. Korb
The power of nature inspires and heals
Connection with the natural world can affect the way we grieve, as well as the way we choose to live and ultimately thrive, say the authors of this commentary by the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS).
By Rachel Hunsell and Tony Paz
VA physician charged with sexually assaulting fellow staffers
The criminal case is the latest scandal for the VA hospital in West Virginia.
2 men sentenced for stealing $750K from Kentucky woman in military dating scam
A third defendant was convicted last week in the case where the woman believed she was dating an Army sergeant.
Tricare costs for 2021: Some good news for military families
For many services, co-pays will go up by a few bucks or stay the same. But some beneficiaries will see spikes in enrollment fees.
By Karen Jowers
The 12 coolest and best jobs in the Marine Corps (according to Marines)
Here are the top 12, according to these Marine veterans. Do you agree?
By Kevin Wabiszewski