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Military experts provide frank assessment of US shortcomings in potential China conflict

February 5, 2023

Military experts provide frank assessment of US shortcomings in potential China conflict

The main issues the U.S. military would face are the "tyranny of distance," which hands China a major "home-field advantage" and a potential shortage of munitions.

Former US Navy captain sentenced after taking $91K in bribes in massive ‘Fat Leonard’ contracting scandal

February 3, 2023

Former US Navy captain sentenced after taking $91K in bribes in massive ‘Fat Leonard’ contracting scandal

Retired Capt. David Haas of the U.S. Navy has been sentenced to over two years in prison for taking almost $91,000 in bribes from “Fat Leonard” Francis.

New mosquito repellent device could better protect US military service members

February 2, 2023

New mosquito repellent device could better protect US military service members

A new device developed at the University of Florida provides protection from mosquitoes for members of the U.S. military, requiring no heat, electricity or skin contact.

Married veterans make watches in America that can endure Navy SEAL testing

February 2, 2023

Married veterans make watches in America that can endure Navy SEAL testing

The two owners of Resco Instruments, both veterans, shared on "Fox & Friends" on Thursday, Feb. 2, why they put their American-made watches through Navy SEAL training.

PETA claims victory for Navy ending 'gruesome' testing on sheep

February 2, 2023

PETA claims victory for Navy ending 'gruesome' testing on sheep

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals is celebrating what they call a victory after the U.S. Navy has ended tests on sheep at a research university in Wisconsin.

US Navy destroyer to be named after Medal of Honor recipient, Navy Capt. Thomas Gunning Kelley

January 13, 2023

US Navy destroyer to be named after Medal of Honor recipient, Navy Capt. Thomas Gunning Kelley

An Arleigh Burke destroyer that will be built in 2023 is set to be named after retired Navy Capt. Thomas Gunning Kelley. Kelley received the Medal of Honor in 1970.

Wife of US sailor jailed in Japan hopeful Biden will secure his release

January 13, 2023

Wife of US sailor jailed in Japan hopeful Biden will secure his release

Wife of Lt. Ridge Alkonis Brittany Alkonis on the efforts to bring her husband home from prison in Japan

Navy secretary says US can’t maintain support for Ukraine if weapons makers don’t ramp up production

January 12, 2023

Navy secretary says US can’t maintain support for Ukraine if weapons makers don’t ramp up production

The U.S. Navy says continuing to support both the U.S. and Ukraine will be difficult in the next six to 12 months if weapons production does not increase.

Parents make passionate plea for US naval officer's release from Japan: ‘This is wrong’

January 11, 2023

Parents make passionate plea for US naval officer's release from Japan: ‘This is wrong’

Lt. Ridge Alkonis’ parents Derek and Suzi Alkonis call for their son’s release from Japanese prison ahead of President Biden’s meeting with Japan’s prime minister.

Army expands program for recruits who don't meet weight and test requirements as recruiting crisis deepens

January 11, 2023

Army expands program for recruits who don't meet weight and test requirements as recruiting crisis deepens

The U.S. Army announced an expansion to a program that allows the service to enlist candidates who do not yet meet the weight and aptitude requirements for service.