ADELPHI, Md. (May 15, 2014) - A small team of elite special forces operators must hunt down a highly sought after terrorist leader. This terrorist has taken refuge in an urban environment, which offers concealment behind an array of structures, walls and other obstacles. In today's Army, this type of scenario may expose Soldiers to a very high level of risk, while attempting … [Read more...]

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, May 13, 2014) - U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command recently developed a "We Care" app that can be used by victims of sexual assault, someone who witnesses sexual harassment or assault, and those in need of suicide prevention help. "The app is aimed at empowering victims and bystanders to get help, intervene, and support those impacted by … [Read more...]

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, May 13, 2014) - For some Soldiers leaving the Army, they've already got a job interview lined up with one of more than 500 private-sector companies. In fact, as part of the U.S. Army Partnership for Youth Success Program, called "PaYS" for short, those Soldiers had their interviews lined up as soon as they completed initial-entry … [Read more...]

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, May 12, 2014) - Slowing the growth of military pay and housing allowances, reducing commissary subsidies and adjusting TRICARE costs will save $31 billion over the next five years and enable readiness to be maintained, senior leaders told lawmakers. "First, we are not advocating direct cuts to troops' pay," said Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray … [Read more...]

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, May 12, 2014) - "Arlington at 150" is the theme for sesquicentennial celebrations at Arlington National Cemetery, slated to run from tomorrow to June 16. The first event will begin at 9 a.m., tomorrow, with a wreath-laying ceremony at the gravesite of Army Pvt. William Christman, the first military burial at Arlington. The location is Section … [Read more...]