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Oldest US Aircraft Carrier Nimitz Withdrawn from Reserve, Deployed to Caribbean

The nuclear-powered USS Nimitz, the oldest of its class, will not be scrapped as planned and instead sent to the Caribbean Sea.

NATO Military Committee Tours ACT at JWC in Stavanger

The visit focused on the Alliance's short-term transformation priorities, from capability development to AI's military applications.

Pentagon Holds Briefing on Iran Conflict Developments

Defense Secretary and Joint Chiefs Chair Provide Updates on Escalating Situation

Local military families navigate stress amid global tensions

Blue Star Families offers resources and community support, with a local chapter starting in April

Pentagon, Trump Warn More US Troops Likely to Die in Iran Operation

Additional American troops being sent to Middle East as joint US-Israeli war against Iran enters third day

U.S. Navy Fleet Tracker: March 2, 2026

Carrier strike groups, amphibious ready groups, and other naval assets deployed worldwide

U.S. Supercarrier USS Gerald R. Ford Enters Mediterranean Amid Iran Tensions

The carrier's rush to the Middle East comes as the military build-up in the region appears to be approaching its crescendo.

Top US General Says Military Objectives in Iran Will Take Time

Joint Chiefs Chairman warns of more US casualties as air campaign continues

Vietnam War Veterans Sue to Block Trump's 'Triumphal Arch' Monument

Lawsuit seeks to halt construction of massive memorial in Washington, D.C.

Pentagon to Cut Ties with Elite Universities, Citing 'Anti-American Resentment'

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says the government will no longer subsidize 'the corruption of our own uniform class'.

USS Gerald R. Ford Crew Demonstrates Resilience, Readiness During Extended Deployment

Navy leaders acknowledge the real sacrifice of extended deployments but say the crew remains focused, capable and proud of their work.

Navy Announces 13 Fiscal 2026 Ship Retirements

Most of the planned decommissionings will take place in the summer of 2026.

Secretary of War Announces Marine Corps General Officer Nominations

Several brigadier generals nominated for promotion to major general

War Secretary Announces General Officer Promotions

Eight Marine Corps brigadier generals nominated for promotion to major general

Plumbing Woes Plague Navy's Newest Supercarrier

USS Gerald R. Ford faces persistent toilet system failures, costing millions to fix

USACE overhaul could aid Petersburg after flooding

New Army Civil Works program aims to streamline dredging and infrastructure projects.

New VA Rule Could Lower Disability Pay for Millions of Veterans

The Department of Veterans Affairs amended a rule that could reduce compensation for veterans who take medication to manage their conditions.

New VA Rule Could Lower Disability Pay for Millions of Veterans

Veterans groups warn the change could discourage vets from taking needed medications.

Virginia Beach Arena Project Paused, Investors to Receive Refunds

City denies group's request to build 20,000-seat arena at the Oceanfront

US Military Ramps Up Presence Near Iran

Increased flights, refueling hubs, and naval movements signal potential for escalation

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