OpinionAmerica’s future advantage depends on quick adoption of advanced techThe U.S. military must learn from Ukraine and accelerate its adoption of advanced AI and robotics, former Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper argues.By Mark T. Esper2 days ago
New benefit could help troops save on out-of-pocket health care costsThe military will soon offer troops flexible spending accounts, which cover medical expenses from over-the-counter medicine to braces.By Karen Jowers3 days ago
Senators implore VA secretary keep community care access for veteransTwenty senators signed a letter to Secretary McDonough, urging him to adjust a policy initiative they said is making it hard for veterans to access care.By Cristina Stassis2 months ago
Air Force’s ‘WiFi in the sky’ provides a backbone for Gaza airdropsThe Air Force's E-11A airborne communications relay jets are providing a crucial backbone for humanitarian aid missions over Gaza.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown3 months ago
Troops may face inflated drug costs under Tricare, lawmakers sayIs the Tricare pharmacy contractor hurting troops and their families by squeezing out competition?By Karen Jowers3 months ago
Do military families really need to move so much?A new report from a leading advocacy group argues it’s time to give the pace of military moves, known as permanent changes of station, a fresh look.By Karen Jowers3 months ago
Military needs better recipe for feeding troops, auditors sayA new government watchdog report argues the Pentagon can do more to steer troops toward nutritious options at military-run dining halls.By Karen Jowers3 months ago
What troops need to know about Tricare in 2024Learn about Tricare and more in Military Times' 2024 Pay and Benefits Guide.By Karen Jowers3 months ago
Battling bureaucracy after burn pits: Why are contractors left behind?While the historic PACT Act protects veterans, tens of thousands of contract workers must fight for coverage of illnesses linked to post-9/11 wars.By Sonner Kehrt, The War Horse3 months ago
House defense bill would undo Pentagon’s abortion travel policyThe benefit in question provides reimbursement of travels costs to get access to otherwise noncovered reproductive health care services.By Molly Weisner3 months ago
Maine shooting reveals mental health care gaps for reservistsAn Army official told an investigating panel that differences in health care for reservists could restrict information flow to commanders.3 months ago
OpinionThe post-9/11 generation’s path to post-traumatic growthVeterans who embody the ethos of post-traumatic growth push back against the narrative of the “broken” vet. I urge you to join them.By Patrick J. Murphy3 months ago