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May 8, 2024

China could 'overwhelm' US military bases as Biden shows 'alarming lack of urgency': House committee chair

The new chairman of the House China Committee says there is an "alarming lack of urgency" from the Biden administration to adopt defensive measures to protect against threats from China

March 20, 2024

Long-awaited Air Force 'laser weapon' in danger of being scrapped: report

The Air Force's Airborne High Energy Laser, or AHEL, will not be used on the AC-130J gunship after the weapon missed a flight test window that would have allowed its use.

February 29, 2024

Air Force investigating self-immolation protest of serviceman, examining 'what lessons can be learned'

The U.S. Air Force has launched an investigation into the public self-immolation of Senior Airman Aaron Bushnell in Washington, D.C., to protest continued violence in Gaza.

February 25, 2024

Colorado officials respond to wildfire burning on Air Force Academy grounds

More than 30 members from the Colorado Springs Fire Department were responding to a fire on the grounds of Air Force Academy Sunday afternoon.

February 10, 2024

On this day in history, February 10, 1940, Glenn Miller's infectious 'In the Mood' tops US pop charts

Glenn Miller and His Orchestra reached the top of the American pop charts with "In the Mood" on this day in history, Feb. 10, 1942. Miller was killed during World War II.

February 9, 2024

America’s B-1 bomber teaches Iran a firepower lesson

The White House has promised a multi-layered campaign against the militias backed by Iran. So far, Biden and his team are relying on airpower and the B-1 bomber.

January 27, 2024

On this day in history, January 27, 1943, US Eighth Air Force launches bombing offensive over Nazi Germany

The U.S. Eight Air Force attacked the port of Wilhelmshaven, Germany, on this day in history, Jan. 27, 1943, marking the start of the American bombing offensive in Europe in World War II.

December 26, 2023

Iran ramps up production of highly enriched uranium, nearing weapons' grade levels

Iran has increased its production of highly enriched uranium after a slowdown earlier this year, edging it closer to possibly creating nuclear bombs.

December 23, 2023

Congress launches probe into Osprey aircraft program following series of fatal crashes

Congress is investigating the U.S. military’s V-22 Osprey aircraft program following a series of fatal crashes. More than 50 service members have died traveling in the aircraft.

December 10, 2023

US military recovers 7th of 8 crew members who died in Air Force Osprey crash off Japan

The U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command said the remains of the seventh of eight crew members who died in the crash of an Osprey aircraft had been recovered.