LIFESTYLE March 5, 2024 On this day in history, March 5, 1966, patriotic song 'The Ballad of the Green Berets' hits No. 1 On this day in history, March 5, 1966, the song "The Ballad of the Green Berets," sung by Staff Sgt. Barry Sadler about U.S. Army Special Forces, hit No. 1 on U.S. music charts.
Pets 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.
MILITARY 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.
Army 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.
Alabama 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.
Fires 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.
MILITARY 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.
LIFESTYLE 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.
Middle East 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.
Middle East 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.
MILITARY 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.