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March 2, 2024

US soldiers work to bring paralyzed puppy to safety after Middle East rescue: 'Shaking with pain'

US Army soldiers stationed in the Middle East found an injured and paralyzed puppy. Now, Sgt. Jack is working to bring her back to safety in the U.S. through Paws of War.

February 27, 2024

Defense Secretary Austin 'confident' in military leadership to address safety following helicopter crashes

The Pentagon said the leaders of the various military branches are capable of addressing safety concerns related to helicopters following several recent crashes.

February 27, 2024

US Army cutting force by 24K amid recruiting shortfalls

The U.S. Army is slashing about 5% – or 24,000 – of its force in an effort to restructure the service to be better prepared for future wars.

February 26, 2024

Army helicopter crash lands in Alabama during flight training

A UH-72 Lakota helicopter crashed during flight training in Alabama on Feb. 23, 2024. The helicopter was damaged, but its two pilots escaped with minor injuries.

February 25, 2024

Officials responding to 2,000-acre fire in Fort Carson, Colorado

Officials were responding to a wildfire fire Sunday afternoon in Fort Carson, Colorado just hours after another fire 20 miles north, according to local reports.

February 23, 2024

US military not ready for low-tech war: 'Crisis'

As conflicts rage in Gaza and Ukraine and terrorists continue to attack U.S. forces, new battlefield tactics will continue to stress the preparation of the military.

February 16, 2024

Meet the American who made flying safe, Archie League, daredevil pilot and first air-traffic controller

Archie W. League is widely considered the first air-traffic controller. He began by directing aircraft with flags in 1929, then helped make flying safe for millions of travelers.

February 14, 2024

US Army dietitian dies in Kuwait

Lt. Col. Troy Bartley, 57, of Alton, Illinois, died a non-combat-related death Sunday at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait, according to the Army Reserve Command.

February 11, 2024

US soldier dead after noncombatant incident in Kuwait

A U.S. soldier died in a noncombatant incident at Camp Arifjan near Kuwait City on Sunday, according to a press release from the U.S. army.

February 11, 2024

Military branches open checkbook on Super Bowl pitch amid deepening recruiting crisis

Multiple U.S. military branches will be attempting to make a recruiting pitch during this year's Super Bowl in hopes of reversing the deepening recruitment crisis.