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Air Force Gen. Paul J. Selva, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, addresses service members from a stage.

Sept. 14, 2018

Our Favorite Moments from the “World’s Biggest USO Tour”

Florida Georgia Line, Adam Devine and Chef Robert Irvine entertained troops during the World’s Biggest USO Show this week. Here were some of our favorite parts of it.

U.S. Army Research Laboratory engineers discuss aerodynamics.

Sept. 14, 2018

Uber & the Army: How ‘Flying Car’ Research Agreement Benefits Both

Uber asked the Army to help them work on technology to create flying cars. Here's how the partnership will benefit both entities.

A Navy hospital corpsman talks to boy.

Sept. 14, 2018

DoD’s Innovative Readiness Training Program Helps U.S. Communities

The military offers infrastructure and health care aid to communities in America as well as abroad.

Two soldiers hold onto a child in a helicopter after rescuing him from floodwaters in Pennsylvania.

Sept. 13, 2018

Hurricanes, Power Outages, Floods: Tips to Survive

What you need to know and do before, during and after a hurricane or any other disaster to potentially stay alive.

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Sept. 13, 2018

TRICARE: Emergency Procedures in Place for Parts of U.S.

TRICARE has emergency procedures in place for parts of United States experiencing severe weather. Get the latest information on emergency prescription refills.

Defense Secretary James N. Mattis and Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff,attend a meeting.

Sept. 11, 2018

This Team Keeps the Defense Secretary Connected During Threats, Emergencies

How does the Secretary of Defense manage to get in touch with other important leaders so quickly? He's got a whole team of people making it happen for him.

Medal of Honor blog

Sept. 10, 2018

Soldier's Selfless Act in Korea Saved Others, Earned Medal of Honor

Army Cpl. Gordon Craig gave his life to protect his fellow soldiers in Korea, earning the Medal of Honor for his actions.

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Sept. 7, 2018

Purple Heart Recipients: You’re Exempt From GI Bill Transfer Policy Changes

Defense Secretary James N. Mattis just announced another change to the policy allowing troops to transfer their GI Bill education benefits to their kids, and it’s good news for active-duty wounded warriors.

An Air Force general smiles at a podium during a ceremony.

Sept. 5, 2018

Air Force General Earns Native Alaskan Tribal Names

Some U.S. generals have earned an Alaska Native tribal name, but one just became the first in military history to earn multiple.

A wounded warrior speaks at a podium.

Sept. 4, 2018

Soldier Shares PTSD Recovery Story

Army Sgt. Jonathan Harmon, who struggled with post-traumatic stress disorder after losing both of his legs in Afghanistan, hopes sharing his story of recovery will help others with PTSD.