The Army surpassed its recruitment goal of 61,000 soldiers for fiscal 2025, spurred by outreach, a softening economy, and prep courses.
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Loretta Swit, Emmy-winning actress known for her role as Major Margaret Houlihan on "M.A.S.H.," has passed away at 87 in New York City.
The Army plans a significant reorganization, cutting 2,000 positions and halting outdated programs to focus on modern warfare technology.
A non-functioning hotline between military and civilian air traffic controllers in D.C. may have led to a near miss after helicopter flights resumed.
The Army is discontinuing the M10 Booker, prioritizing high-tech warfare over traditional platforms, leaving infantry units with less firepower.
Federal Land Transfer Expands Military's Role at Texas Border
Federal land in Texas is now under U.S. military control, expanding troops' roles in detaining migrants and enforcing border security.
The U.S. military saw a nearly 4% drop in reported sexual assaults last year, driven by a 13% decrease in the Army, per a Pentagon report.
The Army plans to expand privatized barracks, starting with a new facility at Fort Irwin. Despite a $2B budget, repair needs total $7.5B.
UH-60 Black Hawk pilot Jo Ellis, falsely accused of a "trans terror attack," sues influencer Matthew Wallace for defamation. Ellis stands resilient.
The Army's Sergeants Major Academy at Fort Bliss has removed academic essays on diversity topics, reflecting a broader push to erase DEI content.