Pay & BenefitsAugust 16, 2026·Military.com
Fifteen Unclaimed Veterans Receive Full Military Honors in Pennsylvania
Fifteen unclaimed veterans receive full military honors in Pennsylvania, highlighting the importance of honoring those who served.
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Pentagon & Policy·Aug 16, 2026·Military.com
Pentagon Gives Defense Contractors 21 Days to Boost Weapons Production
The Pentagon has given defense contractors 21 days to submit plans for increasing weapons production capacity.
Service Life·Aug 15, 2026·Task & Purpose
Adm. Brad Cooper Visits USS Abraham Lincoln Amid Quality of Life Concerns
Adm. Brad Cooper's visit to the USS Abraham Lincoln addresses quality of life concerns for sailors and Marines.
Veteran Affairs·Aug 15, 2026·Task & Purpose
Strava Exposes US Military Bases to Security Risks Once Again
Over 1,300 Strava users posted workouts at US bases in the Middle East, raising security concerns.
Service Life·Aug 15, 2026·Task & Purpose
Airmen Who Died During Fitness Test Suffered Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Airmen's deaths during fitness tests linked to sudden cardiac arrest, highlighting health risks in the military.
Veteran Affairs·Aug 15, 2026·Military.com
National Code Talker Day Celebrates Legacy of 101-Year-Old Veteran
National Code Talker Day honors 101-year-old Thomas H. Begay, one of the last living Code Talkers, highlighting their legacy.
Pay & Benefits·Aug 15, 2026·Military.com
Veterans Charity Sued by NY Attorney General for Allegedly Pocketing $50,000
A veterans charity is facing legal action for allegedly misusing $50,000 in donations, impacting veterans and their families.
Pay & Benefits
View all →Pay & Benefits·Aug 16, 2026·Military.com
Fifteen Unclaimed Veterans Receive Full Military Honors in Pennsylvania
Fifteen unclaimed veterans receive full military honors in Pennsylvania, highlighting the importance of honoring those who served.
Pay & Benefits·Aug 15, 2026·Military.com
Veterans Charity Sued by NY Attorney General for Allegedly Pocketing $50,000
A veterans charity is facing legal action for allegedly misusing $50,000 in donations, impacting veterans and their families.
Pay & Benefits·Aug 13, 2026·Federal News Network
Lawsuit Seeks to Force OPM to Update Reservist Differential Pay Guidance
A lawsuit seeks to compel OPM to update guidance on reservist differential pay, impacting many service members.
Pentagon & Policy
View all →Pentagon & Policy·Aug 16, 2026·Military.com
Pentagon Gives Defense Contractors 21 Days to Boost Weapons Production
The Pentagon has given defense contractors 21 days to submit plans for increasing weapons production capacity.
Pentagon & Policy·Aug 15, 2026·Military.com
Former Marine Major Warns NATO of Strategic Failures Regarding Russia and ISIS
Former Marine Maj. Andrés Cáceres-Solari details his warnings to NATO about Russia and ISIS, highlighting military implications.
Pentagon & Policy·Aug 15, 2026·Military.com
Over 100,000 Surplus M14 Rifles Approved for Civilian Sale
Over 100,000 surplus M14 rifles will be available for civilian purchase starting January 2027. Learn how this affects veterans and active-duty members.
Veteran Affairs
View all →Veteran Affairs·Aug 15, 2026·Task & Purpose
Strava Exposes US Military Bases to Security Risks Once Again
Over 1,300 Strava users posted workouts at US bases in the Middle East, raising security concerns.
Veteran Affairs·Aug 15, 2026·Military.com
National Code Talker Day Celebrates Legacy of 101-Year-Old Veteran
National Code Talker Day honors 101-year-old Thomas H. Begay, one of the last living Code Talkers, highlighting their legacy.
Veteran Affairs·Aug 14, 2026·Military Times
New Bill Seeks Nationwide Concealed Carry for Special Operators
A new bill seeks to allow special operations veterans to carry concealed weapons nationwide, impacting military personnel.
Defense Tech
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Defense Tech·Aug 14, 2026·DefenseScoop
Northcom General Raises Alarm on Weak Drone Defenses in the Homeland
Army Lt. Gen. Joseph Jarrard warns about the vulnerabilities of U.S. drone defenses amid increasing threats.
Defense Tech·Aug 14, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
Pentagon Calls for Development of Airborne Directed Energy Weapons
The Pentagon calls for industry collaboration on new directed energy weapons for aircraft to enhance counter-drone capabilities.
Defense Tech·Aug 14, 2026·Defense News
Patriot Missile Production for Ukraine Faces Delays Amid Uncertainty
Lockheed Martin and Raytheon halt Patriot production despite promises to Ukraine.
Transition & Careers
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Transition & Careers·Aug 12, 2026·Federal News Network
Army Civilian Workforce Decreases by 18% at Major Depots
The Army's civilian workforce at two major depots has decreased by 18%, affecting job security for many.
Transition & Careers·Aug 11, 2026·Military.com
Transforming Downtime: 5 Tips for Veterans in Civilian Jobs
Learn how to turn downtime in your civilian job into an advantage with these five actionable tips.
Transition & Careers·Aug 10, 2026·Army Times
Veterans' Unemployment Rate Remains Steady Amid Job Losses
Despite job losses in July, veterans' unemployment rates remain stable, providing a glimmer of hope for transitioning service members.
Service Life
View all →Service Life·Aug 15, 2026·Task & Purpose
Adm. Brad Cooper Visits USS Abraham Lincoln Amid Quality of Life Concerns
Adm. Brad Cooper's visit to the USS Abraham Lincoln addresses quality of life concerns for sailors and Marines.
Service Life·Aug 15, 2026·Task & Purpose
Airmen Who Died During Fitness Test Suffered Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Airmen's deaths during fitness tests linked to sudden cardiac arrest, highlighting health risks in the military.
Service Life·Aug 14, 2026·Task & Purpose
Army Grounds Apache Helicopter Training Flights After Deadly Fort Hood Crash
The Army has paused Apache helicopter training flights following a deadly crash at Fort Hood, affecting readiness and training schedules.
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