Al-Qaida chief's message led to embassy closures
An intercepted secret message between al-Qaida chief Ayman al-Zawahri and his deputy in Yemen about plans for a major terror attack was the trigger that set off the current shutdown of many U.S.
View ArticleCourt-martial today on alleged sexual misconduct
A court-martial is scheduled for an airman accused of sexual misconduct.
View ArticleFormer Marine's bail revoked afer conviction in fatal wreck
A former Marine who was sentenced to four years in prison for a drunken driving crash that killed his sister and her boyfriend has pleaded not guilty to violating post-conviction bail conditions for...
View ArticleJury selection continues in 1-star's sex case
Another batch of Army generals is at Fort Bragg so a judge can determine whether they are suitable jurors for a court-martial of one of their own.
View ArticleAir Force vet says goodbye to his service dog
A funeral home in Harrisville did something last week it had never done before. Director Rich Gillies put together a memorial service for a dog named Sage.
View ArticleTaliban leader says still willing to talk
The Taliban's reclusive leader said Tuesday that his group was willing to start peace negotiations, even as he urged more attacks - including insider shootings by government security forces - on...
View ArticleAssistant Navy chaplain admits sexual misconduct with teen
An assistant Navy chaplain will be sentenced in December after admitting to sexual misconduct involving a teenager.
View Article'Military Be Aware' warnings flood Craigslist
Anonymous posters have flooded the Craigslist Baghdad website with warnings, urging service members looking to hook up for a sexual encounter in the warzone not to get nabbed in a sting by a military...
View ArticleIraq vet turned NFL cheerleader accused of assault
Authorities say a cheerleader for the NFL's Arizona Cardinals who served in the Army in Iraq is accused of assaulting her boyfriend.
View ArticleTimeshares: Easy vacations or money pits?
A Navy petty officer stationed in Florida bought a timeshare earlier this year with the Disney Vacation Club.
View ArticleLawmakers reject cuts in personnel funding
The House of Representatives is continuing to ignore Obama administration pleas to cut military personnel spending.
View ArticleDeCA starts test run for curbside commissary pickup
Have you ever dreamed of getting the benefits of low commissary prices without the hassle of the crowds?
View ArticleDisney extends military discounts into 2014
The House of Mouse is extending the magic for troops and military family members.
View ArticlePendleton sergeant earns Silver Star
A Camp Pendleton, Calif., sergeant who laid down cover fire during the rescue of a wounded comrade, led his squad on counterattacks and ambushed a platoon-size enemy force in Afghanistan received the...
View ArticleManning's max possible sentence cut to 90 years
A military judge has reduced Army Pfc. Bradley Manning's maximum possible sentence in the WikiLeaks case to 90 years in prison.
View ArticleLCS Freedom completes first crew swap
When the littoral combat ship concept was designed, the ships weren't expected to need a warfare qualification program.
View ArticlePoor judgment, lack of discipline blamed in A-10 mishap
A pilot's poor judgment along with a lapse in flight discipline caused an A-10 Thunderbolt to fly into two cables over a Missouri lake, causing about $700,000 damage to the jet and unknown damage to...
View ArticleYour ideas count: How airmen's suggestions are changing the Air Force
Airmen at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., suggested using cars already in the installation's inventory to pick up distinguished visitors on the flight line rather than leasing expensive vehicles. The Air...
View ArticleCritics: Climate assessments fall short
'The Air Force has, regrettably, disappointed me consistently, and I see this as a continuation,' said Rep. Jackie Speier, D-Calif.
View ArticleFirst full-time enlisted students set to graduate Naval Postgraduate School
The first class of full-time enlisted students is set to graduate from the prestigious Naval Postgraduate School in late September with master's degrees. The group of four cyberwarriors signals a shift...
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