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U.S. Naval Academy quarterback (#2) Kriss Proctor runs the ball during the 112th Army-Navy Football game at FedEx Field in Landover, Md. 10 Dec 2011 (Photo: U.S. Navy/Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chad Runge)

Army-Navy Game to Be Played at West Point This Year

The change of venue means the matchup will be played at the U.S. Military Academy for the first time in 77 years.

Movers pack a military members property into boxes.

Outsourced Military Moves Are on Hold Again Thanks to a $20 Billion Contract Cancellation

The GAO ruled in favor of competing companies' bid protests, sending the complex contract back for reconsideration.

This March 27, 2008, file photo, shows the Pentagon in Washington. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

A 'Big Fight Coming' over Defense Budget if Dems Sweep Election, Lawmaker Says

The chairman of the House Armed Services Committee says he favors a flat budget or slight reductions to Pentagon funding.

Lupe Guillen, younger sister to missing Pfc. Vanessa Guillen, addresses protesters outside the gates of Fort Hood.

Vanessa Guillen's Family Will Receive Military Death Benefits After New Army Ruling

An investigation has concluded that the specialist's murder occurred "in the line of duty."

Dr. Anthony Fauci listens as President Trump speaks about the coronavirus at the White House.

President Undermines Fauci During Presentation to Military and Veteran Caregivers

President Donald Trump tweeted disparaging remarks about his top infectious disease doctor.

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Trump OKs 2 Laws Aimed at Helping Veteran Mental Health and Reducing Suicide

The legislation would give the VA leeway to award grants to organizations that focus on veterans' mental health issues.

A man walks in front of the Department of Veterans Affairs headquarters.

VA Hires White Employees to Management at Nearly Twice the Rate of Blacks, Union Says

American Federation of Government Employees data shows the racial and ethnic makeup of VA employees.

A mural for Army Spc. Vanessa Guillen in Austin, Texas.

Army Releases More Details on New 'Missing Soldier' Policy

The policy will renew a sense of urgency for soldiers who disappear, service leaders said.

A research microbiologist harvests samples of coronavirus.

As Private Sector Races to Develop a COVID-19 Vaccine, Army Takes Guarded Approach

A vaccine developed at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research could enter human safety trials this winter.

A customer shops at the commissary on Naval Base Norfolk, Virginia.

Advocates Renew Push for Stipend to Feed Low-Income Military Families

A House bill would provide an additional allowance to cover basic needs for the youngest military families.

The Supreme Court is seen under stormy skies in Washington.

Is Rape in the Military Punishable by Death? US Supreme Court Considers Question

The justices are considering inconsistencies in various articles of the UCMJ and federal law.

U.S. Air Force airman oversees COVID-19 testing.

Hundreds of Asymptomatic Airmen to Be Tested in COVID-19 'Surveillance' Study

The service is seeing whether new oral COVID-19 tests could be used to prevent outbreaks.

Supreme Court Set to Hear Arguments in Military Rape Cases

At issue is the statute of limitations on rape cases during a 20-year discrepancy in prosecution standards.

(U.S. Air Force illustration/Kathryn R.C. Reaves)

Military Suicides Reached All-Time High in 2019; Impact of COVID-19 Remains Unclear

On the heels of a report that suicides are up 20% this year, Pentagon officials released suicide data for last year.

mask with a valve potentially puts others at risk for the spread of COVID-19

Face Masks with Valves Are Being Banned at Some Military Bases and Facilities

Some installation and operational commanders have also prohibited them within their units or on base.

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In a letter to VA Secretary Robert Wilkie, Rep. Elaine Luria, D-Va., said the plan was developed with no notice to Congress.

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The aircraft reportedly hit a house and two cars, but officials say no civilians were hurt.

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The U.S. Navy's explosive ordnance disposal community is shifting its focus back to the sea.

Navy Capt. Brett Crozier's nameplate temporarily removed.

Navy Restores Fired CO's Nameplate to Roosevelt Plaque

Capt. Brett Crozier's nameplate was reportedly taken as a souvenir, not removed by the Navy.

Air Force News

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Senators Want Upgraded C-130s Assigned to Western Firefighting Mission

Lawmakers first made the request in February, before the Air Guard announced its list of candidates for the newer C-130J.

Joint Chiefs of Staff Vice Chairman Air Force Gen. John E. Hyten

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F-22 intercepts two Russian Tu-95 bombers.

US and Russia Scramble Jets in Another Exchange of Aerial Intercepts

NORAD said it also identified a Russian A-50 airborne early warning and control aircraft supporting the intercepted aircraft.

Marine Corps News

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Commandant Gen. David Berger reminded everyone that they needed to hold Marines accountable with a paper trail.

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Marines in Japan got a look at what future missions could look like during a recent island-hopping naval exercise.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jesus Hernandez-Aylala firefighting operations

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This is only the second time in 20 years Marines from Camp Pendleton have been tapped to fight wildland fires.

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