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The USS Gerald R. Ford in the ocean.

Will the USS Gerald R. Ford Break the Navy’s Longest Deployment Record Amid the Iran Conflict?

By Paul Mooney
After over 300 days at sea, the Navy’s most advanced warship is finally headed h
Artemis crew of 6 pose for a picture.

Who Gets to Go to the Moon? Inside NASA’s Modern Astronaut Selection Process

By Mickey Addison
As the Artemis II crew launches toward the Moon, explore how NASA’s astronaut se
Uniformed hand fills out a tax form.

Free Military Tax Prep: Filing Options That Help You Save More

By Allison Kirschbaum
File your taxes without paying out of pocket. Learn where to access free militar
Uniformed recruits in formation indoors.

Is the Military Still a Good Career From 2026 and Beyond? A Realistic Look

By Jessica Gettle
Is joining the military a good career in 2026? We break down the realities of mi
Battleship at sea.

The U.S. Coast Guard in War: History, Authority, and the Question of Transfer

By Mickey Addison
Can the President transfer the Coast Guard to the Navy? An explainer on the law,
Vintage photo of the band The Clash outdoors.

The Real Story of “Rock the Casbah”: A Song About Iran—Not War

By Natalie Oliverio
Many Veterans heard “Rock the Casbah” during the Gulf War. Few realized the Clas
A Super Hornet takes off from a base.

F-22s Were Planned for the Super Bowl LX Flyover, Then Operational Taskings Took Over

By Mickey Addison
A group of people celebrate the USO birthday.

The USO Turns 85: The History of the United Services Organization From 1941 to Today

By Paul Mooney
The 2026 Olympic athletes.

Meet the Active Duty 2026 Winter Olympic Athletes Competing for Team USA

By Natalie Oliverio
A man's hands go through bills in a wallet.

Military Pay in 2026: What Service Members and Veterans Need to Know

By Allison Kirschbaum
Three fighter jets flyover the Super Bowl at Raymond James Stadium.

Super Bowl LX Flyover: A Historic Joint Force Tribute for America’s 250th

By Teal Yost
President Trump and an Army Lieutenant walk on a football field.

Trump Moves to Protect Army–Navy Game With Exclusive Broadcast Window

By Teal Yost
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