Pearl Harbor remembrance draws handful of survivors to Hawaii
The youngest active-duty military personnel on Dec. 7, 1941, would have been about 17, making them 98 today. Many of those still alive are at least 100.
USS Arizona survivor: Honor those killed at Pearl Harbor
This week the U.S. Navy and the National Park Service will host a remembrance ceremony at Pearl Harbor on the 81st anniversary of the 1941 Japanese bombing.
Pentagon unveils its newest nuclear stealth bomber, the B-21 Raider
The B-21 Raider is the first new American bomber aircraft in more than 30 years, and almost every aspect of the program is classified.
Tom Hanks launches 'Hanx' coffee line with all profits donated to support veterans
Tom Hanks’ new coffee line will donate 100% of the profits to various organizations that support U.S. military members, veterans, and their families.
North Korea test-launches ballistic missile capable of striking anywhere in US
North Korea test-launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) capable of carrying a nuclear warhead with a range that could strike anywhere across the U.S.'s mainland, defense officials said Friday.
Frida, Mexico’s beloved search and rescue dog, dies
Over the course of Frida’s career, the Labrador retriever was credited with finding at least 41 bodies and a dozen people alive.
WWII ‘Ghost Boat’ discovered in California lake: ‘Quite remarkable’
The Higgins landing craft, dubbed the “Ghost Boat,” was said to be used to transport soldiers to the shore during the war’s beach invasions.
After Dallas airshow crash, how many B-17s are still flying?
Nearly 13,000 B-17 Flying Fortress bombers were built by the U.S. for World War II. After this weekend’s deadly crash at a Texas airshow, only nine of the historic planes remain airworthy.
‘Make Camo Your Cause’ campaign works to end veteran homelessness — how you can help
U.S.VETS is bringing visibility to veteran homelessness through its ‘Make Camo Your Cause’ campaign. Here’s how you can help.
National Parks Service offers free lifetime pass for military veterans, Gold Star families
The free lifetime pass will be available starting on Veterans Day 2022, as a thank you to military personnel and their families for their service.
Afghan couple accuse US Marine of abducting their baby
This little girl, now 3½ years old, finds herself at the center of a high-stakes tangle of at least four court cases.
B-21 Raider: ‘Most advanced military aircraft ever built’ to be revealed soon
The long-anticipated B-21 Raider, the U.S. military’s “most advanced aircraft ever built,” will finally be unveiled in coming weeks.
Happy Birthday! US Navy to turn 247 years old Thursday
This year’s theme is “On Watch - 24/7 for 247 Years.”
Military couple relocating loses everything in overnight theft: ‘We are devastated’
The U-Haul they were using to move cross-country was taken in the middle of the night as they slept — along with all of their personal possessions and documents.
Rising suicide rates compel military to address mental health
The Pentagon is reviewing the military's mental health policy amid a rise in suicides among active service members. But many service members in crisis won't admit they need help.
Christian Bale hosts special 'Amsterdam' screening on Marine base
The Marine Corps said the movie “highlights the importance of camaraderie between service members to overcome adversity.”
USS Gerald R. Ford to train with NATO nations amid Russia-Ukraine war
The USS Ford is the first of the Navy’s new Ford class of aircraft carriers.
Pentagon lays out new food, housing programs for troops
The Pentagon announced a number of new programs Thursday that are aimed at helping service members who are struggling with housing shortages and steep food and living expenses as they move from base to base.
Fugitive Navy contractor at center of bribery scandal tried to get to Russia: officials
Nicknamed "Fat Leonard," the contractor reportedly plied naval officers with Kobe beef, expensive cigars, concert tickets and wild parties.
Fugitive known as 'Fat Leonard' in massive Navy bribery scheme caught in Venezuela
Leonard Glenn Francis, known as “Fat Leonard,” escaped on Sept. 4 after cutting off his GPS ankle bracelet while under home arrest in San Diego, authorities said.