Thousands of military families use child care app devised by airman
The app allows parents to sublet their child care spaces when they’re temporarily away, connecting them to other eligible DOD families who need the care.
Pentagon & Congress
Senate leaders set May 7 hearing to review VA budget, reform plans
VA Secretary Dog Collins will face sharp questions about his department overhaul efforts from the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee next month.
Sailor searched for Biden’s electronic health records, Navy says
The sailor tried to access the president's health records in February but was unsuccessful, according to the Pentagon.
Navy, Marine Corps test new laser projection system to paint aircraft
The services are experimenting with a better way to mark insignia on aircraft, one that doesn't require old-school stencils.
Navy ousts CO of Hershel ‘Woody’ Williams amid soft grounding probe
The Navy said the investigation is still open, but sufficient findings of fact have emerged to warrant the captain’s firing.
Navy tests using drones for medical supply deliveries during RIMPAC
A Navy warship launched and recovered six drones used to deliver vital supplies and take the burden off manned aircraft.
Ike CSG crew receives Combat Action Ribbon for Red Sea fight
The Combat Action Ribbon, or CAR, is awarded to sailors and Marines who actively participated in ground or surface action.
‘Toxic’ politics increase terrorism, extremism risk, DHS official says
The current political climate leads to extreme views, the official said, some of which gain footing among military and veteran communities.
How a WWII ace became the unlikely honoree of a submarine combat award
John Galvin became an ace pilot during WWII, but his most prized award may have been his Submarine Combat Patrol Insignia.
After frenetic Red Sea cruise, the salty sailors of USS Mason are home
The warship Mason's crew battled Houthi attacks on merchant vessels and their own ship, according to the Navy.
Opinion
How the Osprey crash response reinforced the power of partnerships
Outgoing Air Force Special Operations Command boss Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind reflects on the international response in the wake of November's Osprey crash.
