Xi and Kim Express Hopes for Greater Ties Between China and North Korea Defense June 8, 2026 SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un underscored their commitment to…
Does Being ‘In Shape’ Actually Mean Prioritizing Long-Term Vitality? Defense June 8, 2026 For decades, many of us starting on a fitness journey have largely focused on looking better. We have chased bigger…
Controversial USS Liberty Naval Attack Gets Renewed Attention in Congress Defense June 8, 2026 Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.), plans to address the USS Liberty on the House floor this week and has invited survivors…
House lawmakers want the Navy to deploy drone boats faster Defense June 8, 2026 The Navy would have to detail its plans to buy and use seagoing drones under a suite of provisions in…
Trump Dismisses Idea That Iran Betrays His ‘No New Wars’ Campaign Message Defense June 8, 2026 BRIDGEWATER, N.J. (AP) — President Donald Trump is dismissing the idea that launching the war with Iran this year betrayed…
Pentagon Raises Israeli Spy Threat as NDAA Seeks Deeper Defense Ties Defense June 7, 2026 The Pentagon’s Defense Intelligence Agency recently elevated Israel’s counterintelligence threat designation to “critical,” the highest level in its system. The…
VA Loan for First-Time Home Buyers Zero-Down Requirements Guide Defense June 7, 2026 If you are a first-time home buyer and qualify for a VA home loan, did you know you can purchase…
Israel Strikes Beirut’s Southern Suburbs Days After US-Supported Ceasefire Deal Defense June 7, 2026 MREIJEH, Lebanon (AP) — Israel struck Beirut’s southern suburbs without warning on Sunday, days after a ceasefire agreement in Washington…
Does SGLI Cover Combat Death? What Veterans & Families Must Know Defense June 7, 2026 One of the most common questions military families have is whether Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) covers combat deaths. The…
Iran-Induced Gas Prices Affecting Permanent Change of Station Season Defense June 7, 2026 For military families, permanent change of station season (PCS) is in full swing, and along with a laundry list of…
Army Staff Sergeant Uses 40 Million Monthly Views to Help Soldiers and Veterans Defense June 7, 2026 It’s hard to imagine a 36-year-old active-duty U.S. Army soldier voluntarily calling himself ‘Viva La Vargas’ as a nickname. But…
Female Navy Officers Say They Fear a Career Cap After Hegseth Cuts Women from Promotions List Defense June 6, 2026 WASHINGTON (AP) — After Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cut nine Navy officers, including all the women, from a promotion list,…
