- DARPA Autonomous Vehicles Deliver at Fort Knox Event
OCTOBER 22, 2026 — Two dozen distinguished visitors from key military and government organizations gathered at Fort Knox’s St. Vith Range Oct. 15 to witness a technological capability that is set to reshape the future of ground combat. Developed under…
- Navy Selects Radiant Industries for Microreactor Prototype
OCTOBER 21, 2026 – The Department of the Navy announces the selection of Radiant Industries, Inc. (Radiant) to design, build, and deliver a prototype Microreactor Power Plant (MPP). The selection of Radiant’s Kaleidos microreactor design, pursued in conjunction with the…
- TRICARE Open Season begins Monday, Nov. 9
OCTOBER 21, 2026 – TRICARE Open Season begins Monday, Nov. 9. If you’re eligible for TRICARE, this is your chance to enroll in a health plan or change plans for coverage that starts Jan. 1, 2027. You can make eligible…
- Arctic Experiment Explores Ways to Close Air Surveillance Gaps
OCTOBER 21, 2026 – U.S. military personnel, scientists and international partners conducted live-fly testing in Alaska last month during the final event of a three-year Arctic air domain awareness experiment series, collecting data to assess technology that could help close…
- From the M1911 to Modern Sidearms: The Evolution of Military Pistols
OCTOBER 21, 2026 – A military pistol can remain familiar long after the battlefield around it has changed. The Colt M1911, Beretta M9, and SIG Sauer M17 belong to different generations, yet each inherited the same assignment: serve as a…
- Squadrons Fortify Pacific Airfields, Advance Agile Combat Employment
OCTOBER 20, 2026 – Air Force civil engineers recently completed a deployment to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, to revitalize historic runways and infrastructure abandoned after World War II on the neighboring island of Tinian, Northern Mariana Islands, helping prepare…
- F-22 Directs Collaborative Combat Aircraft in Airborne Demonstration
OCTOBER 19, 2026 – The Department of the Air Force executed airborne tactical command and in-flight control of a YFQ-44A Collaborative Combat Aircraft from an F-22 Raptor earlier this month, advancing efforts to rapidly develop, evaluate and deliver mission-autonomy capabilities…
- Hegseth Thanks Young Americans in Knoxville
OCTOBER 17, 2026 – On the University of Tennessee campus in Knoxville today, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth met with two groups of young Americans who opted to defend the nation, falling in line behind generations of Americans who served…
- Guard Helps Prepare Astronauts for Lunar Landings
OCTOBER 16, 2026 — The Colorado Army National Guard is playing a critical role in humanity’s return to the moon by partnering with NASA to train astronauts for upcoming crewed missions to the moon’s south pole region. At the High-Altitude…
- Navy Lands Drone Ship Without GPS
OCTOBER 16, 2026 – The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division successfully proved an unmanned system can navigate missions and land aboard Navy ships without GPS or pilot control during recent testing. “In contested areas where satellites and communications are…
- Top Defense Satellite Providers: SkyFi vs. Planet Labs vs. Vantor
OCTOBER 16, 2026 – Time and again, satellite technology has proved powerful in managing various events unique to our planet. From monitoring emergencies and natural disasters to mapping rainfall for agriculture, satellite tech affects numerous socioeconomic sectors. Defense satellite providers…
- How Simple Breathwork Soothes the Stressed Military Brain
OCTOBER 16, 2026 – In the military, you’ve got to stay sharp because hesitation is often a grave danger. However, once you’re finished with a difficult mission, your body may take a while to unwind. You might find that your…
- Guard Mobilizes for Southern Border Mission
OCTOBER 15, 2026 – New York Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to the 204th Engineer Battalion are mobilizing to the nation’s southern border for Operation Ardent Vanguard, supporting border defense, detection, monitoring and infrastructure. The battalion held a mobilization ceremony…
- Autonomous Warfare Command Has Always Been End State
OCTOBER 15, 2026 – Project Agincourt as a pathway to a four-star-led Autonomous Warfare Command has always been in the cards, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said yesterday at the 2026 Association of the United States Army annual meeting and…
- How Veterans Can Document Medical Conditions That Worsen After Leaving the Military
OCTOBER 15, 2026 – Leaving military service does not always mean leaving service-related health problems behind. An injury that seemed manageable at discharge can become more painful years later. A mental health condition can begin interfering with work or relationships.…
- Training Prepares Soldier to Save Lives During Accident
OCTOBER 14, 2026 – What began as a routine commute to work Oct. 5 quickly became anything but for Army Sgt. 1st Class Jeff Hytower, a practical nursing specialist assigned to Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington.…
- Army Drives the Success of the Joint Force
OCTOBER 13, 2026 — The Army’s top civilian leader said the service remains central to the success of the joint force during the opening ceremony of the Association of the United States Army’s annual meeting and exposition on Oct. 12.…
- DoW Certifies Second Guided-Missile Destroyer
OCTOBER 12, 2026 – Following a comprehensive, multi-phase due diligence review, the Department of War has determined that significant operational and managerial improvements at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works (BIW) have established the capacity and stability necessary to support the…
- DPAA Identifies Record Number of POW/MIA
OCTOBER 9, 2026 – The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency identified the remains of 250 service members missing from past conflicts in fiscal year 2026, surpassing its previous record of 231 set last year. The last identification was Army Capt. Albert…
- Air Force Breaks Ground on B-21 Production Facility
OCTOBER 8, 2026 – The Department of the Air Force alongside Northrop Grumman broke ground on the new final assembly line at Air Force Plant 42, Sep. 29, marking a significant step toward expanding production capacity for the B-21 Raider…
- Hegseth Visits USS Lincoln Ahead of Deployment
SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 – Secretary of War Pete Hegseth boarded the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln at sea yesterday, one day prior to the ship returning to its home port of San Diego. Hegseth’s visit came at the end of…
- Army Command Holds Mercury Rising Event
OCTOBER 7, 2026 – Soldiers assigned to the U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command’s Headquarters and Headquarters Company took part in the first “Mercury Rising” event of the new fiscal year at Fort Huachuca, Arizona, Oct. 2. Led by Army…
- Creative Ways to Manage Stress and Boost Well-Being Every Day
OCTOBER 7, 2026 – For veterans balancing work, family, and the aftereffects of service, veteran stress management can feel like a daily assignment with no clear finish line. Common veteran mental health challenges, hypervigilance, irritability, sleep disruption, and feeling on-edge…
- Columbus State University Creates Center for Military History Studies
OCTOBER 7, 2026 – Through the Moore Institute, Columbus State aims to grow its existing military history programs that foster informed public discourse, preserve critical historical records and offer valuable educational opportunities. Situated in Columbus, Georgia—near vital military installations like…
- Marines Enhance Anti-Ship Tactics in Hawaii
OCTOBER 6, 2026 – U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd Littoral Combat Team’s Medium-Range Missile (MMSL) Battery conducted a two-part training evolution at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Hawaii, Sept. 28 to Oct. 2, 2026, to build proficiency in modernized artillery…
- Trump, Hegseth Announce New Maryland Shipyard
OCTOBER 6, 2026 – President Donald J. Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth today announced the development of a new shipyard, to be called “Arsenal-2,” during a ceremony at the future site in Sparrows Point, Maryland. The project will…
- Hegseth Attends Air Force, Navy Football Game
OCTOBER 3, 2026 – Secretary of War Pete Hegseth traveled to the U.S. Air Force Academy near Colorado Springs, Colorado, today, where he addressed roughly 3,500 members of the school’s cadet wing ahead of the annual Air Force vs. Naval…
- Marine Corps Achieves FY26 Recruiting Mission
OCTOBER 2, 2026 – Marine Corps Recruiting Command exceeded its fiscal year 2026 recruiting mission across every component and category, leading a historic, departmentwide rebound in military enlistments. Defying national trends and proving that the appeal of elite service remains…
- The Work Behind a 2-Hour Airborne Mission
OCTOBER 2, 2026 – Inside the King 98 — a call sign for an HC-130J Combat King II — loadmasters prepared for another group of jumpers while the aircrew set up the next approach. A completed parachute drop meant finishing…
- Why Military Personnel Hide Mental Health Symptoms From Their Command
SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 – Right now, a soldier is sitting in the corner of the barracks. He hasn’t slept properly in three weeks. Every morning during assembly, his hands shake slightly. He gets angry at his friend over some trivial…
- Aviation Careers You Can Build From Military Service
If you’re looking at aviation as a career path, you’re stepping into a field that rewards discipline, technical skill, and clear thinking under pressure. That makes it especially relevant for military readers, veterans, and civilians who want work with structure…
- Military Gains Greater Access to Bleeding Control Tech
SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 – BC3 Technologies, a Baltimore-based medical technology company pioneering innovation in emergency medical response and hemorrhage control, today announced that its flagship SEAL Hemostatic Wound Spray is now available at 77 Army & Air Force Exchange Service…
- Navy and National Guard Breaks Ground on Machine Gun Range
SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 — The Oregon National Guard and U.S. Navy broke ground Sept. 9 on a new Multi-Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) Range at the Naval Weapons Systems Training Facility, marking the start of construction on a project more than…
- Last Produced Harrier Jet Moved To Museum
SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 – The U.S. Marine Corps’ last produced AV-8B II+ Harrier traveled to Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida, for its final mission this July. BuNo 166288 was demilitarized and made safe for display prior to departure by truck…
- Military Reunions
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- U.S. Based F-35B Squadron Deploys to Japan
SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 – The U.S. Marine Corps deploys Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 533, also known as the “Hawks,” an F-35B Lightning II squadron based at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina to MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, under the…
- What Does Marine Insurance Cover?
SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 – The International Union of Marine Insurance reports that as of 2024, North America accounted for 7.75 percent of the roughly $40 billion in global marine insurance premiums. Marine insurance is a contract that protects all vessels,…
- Advanced Protection Against Unauthorized Drones in Critical Areas
SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 – The rapid development of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) has fundamentally changed the modern threat landscape for military forces, police units, security services, and critical infrastructure. Drones are now more accessible, agile, and technologically advanced than ever,…
- What Happens When a Felon Is Charged With Possessing a Firearm?
AUGUST 27, 2026 – Under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g), certain prohibited persons are forbidden to possess, receive, ship, or transport firearms or ammunition. Yet despite this law, there are still 7,245 people convicted under this in fiscal year 2025. 89%…
- How Veterans Can Navigate Benefits and Legal Options for Asbestos-Related Diagnosis
AUGUST 22, 2026 – Asbestos exposure is very common among military veterans. Military environments have historically used asbestos in many ways, including for ship construction, insulation, and various mechanical components. Unfortunately, the health effects of asbestos may take decades to…
- How Veterans Can Navigate Legal Options for Asbestos-Related Diagnosis
AUGUST 22, 2026 – Asbestos exposure is very common among military veterans. Military environments have historically used asbestos in many ways, including for ship construction, insulation, and various mechanical components. Unfortunately, the health effects of asbestos may take decades to…
- Top 7.62×51 M80 Ammo Options for AR-10 Shooters
AUGUST 20, 2026 – Do you want to sharpen your aim with your AR-15 to a fine point? Are you training for dangerous scenarios from which you hope to emerge the victor? Or are you not particularly concerned about your…
- Aviation Careers You Can Build From Military Service or Civilian Training
AUGUST 20, 2026 – If you’re looking at aviation as a career path, you’re stepping into a field that rewards discipline, technical skill, and clear thinking under pressure. That makes it especially relevant for military readers, veterans, and civilians who…
- Building the Spaceport of the Future
AUGUST 10, 2026 – Dominance in space begins on the ground. At Patrick Space Force Base and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Civil Engineers are forging power projection platforms for the Spaceport of the Future initiative. The initiative is focused…
- Dental Care for Veterans: What Are My Options?
JULY 25, 2026 – As a veteran seeking dental care, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. There are so many programs and plans available for veterans that it’s hard to know which ones you’re eligible for, and where you can access…
- Army Breaks Ground on Ammunition Plant in Iowa
JULY 22, 2026 — On July 15, the U.S. Army marked a significant milestone in its modernization efforts by breaking ground on a new 155mm ammunition production facility at the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant. The ceremony, attended by local officials…
- Best Eco-Friendly Gun Cleaning Products of 2026
Introduction: The Problem with Traditional Gun Cleaners You just spent 30 minutes cleaning your firearm—and now your garage smells like chemicals, your hands feel dry, and you have to open every window just to breathe comfortably. For decades, gun cleaning…
- FBI Arrests Leaker of Downed Fighter Jet Over Iran
APRIL 8, 2026 – The FBI has arrested a former U.S. Special Operations Command employee for allegedly leaking the downing of the F-15e fighter jet shot down over Iran late last week, the FBI announced today. FBI Director Kash Patel…
- Moving Across the Country: What Military Families Should Know
MARCH 25, 2026 – Moving across the country is a common experience for military families, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. A Permanent Change of Station (PCS) can bring excitement and new opportunities, but it also comes with logistical challenges,…
- Advanced Shipbuilding ‘Factory of the Future’ Opens in Alabama
MARCH 23, 2026 – Funded in part by Navy investments provided in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), the advanced manufacturing company Hadrian officially opened a new facility in Cherokee, Alabama March 20th that will boost production of U.S.…
- Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ)
Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ) provides a view of career information documented in Navy personnel databases, such as training and education (including Navy eLearning, NECs, and college courses), qualifications and certifications, career history, advancement status, and awards. Periodically, afloat Sailors should…
- Air Force Evaluates Real Estate Opportunities
MARCH 9, 2026 – The Department of the Air Force and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Military Asset and Security Strategy Task Force signed a memorandum of understanding to explore mutually beneficial opportunities at Hanscom Air Force Base, March 5. The…
- ICBM Launch Verifies Multiple Reentry Vehicles
MARCH 5, 2026 – Air Force Global Strike Command conducted a test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with two test re-entry vehicles March 3, at 11:01 p.m. Pacific Time from Vandenberg Space Force Base. This…
- Air Force Modernizes Physical Fitness Program
MARCH 1, 2026 – The Air Force announced an update to its Physical Fitness Readiness Program (PFRP) in a Directive Type Memorandum introducing new standards and scoring models designed to better align with the demands of modern warfare and promote…
- Pete Hegseth Travels to Denver, CO
FEBRUARY 22, 2026 – Secretary of War Pete Hegseth will travel to Denver, Colorado, tomorrow, to visit True Anomaly and Sierra Space. Secretary Hegseth will also administer the oath of enlistment to the next generation of American warfighters at Buckley…
