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Army Secretary Wormuth Talks Drones, Recruiting, and War Lessons

January 3, 2025

In her final days as Army Secretary, Christine Wormuth shared insights on drone technology, recruiting challenges, and how the war in Ukraine is shaping future defense strategies. She highlighted advances in drones, which have become crucial on and off the battlefield. For instance, a drone recently

health

Empowering Army Nurses: The Power of Emotional Leadership

December 19, 2024

Imagine this: the Army is preparing for future challenges, and one key group is nursing leaders. They need to be ready for fast-paced, tough situations. How nurses lead can really impact military readiness and keeping talented nurses in the Army Nurse Corps. Both the Army's talent management and the

sports

Discovering the Spirit of Army-Navy: A Game Beyond Winning

December 16, 2024

When it comes to a game like Army-Navy, it's not just about winning. It's about tradition, pride, and history. For over a century, these two institutions have faced off on the football field, and every year, the buildup starts early. Really early. At the 125th Army-Navy Game, fans and teams gathered

crime

Tragedy Strikes Georgia Army Base: One Dead After Shooting

December 14, 2024

Early Saturday morning, a U. S. Army installation in east Georgia faced a tragic incident. A shooting occurred in on-post housing at Fort Eisenhower, resulting in one fatality. The identity of the deceased has not been disclosed. The suspected shooter was apprehended shortly after the incident. Auth

sports

The Army-Navy Game: Meet the Announcers and Preview the Match

December 13, 2024

This year's Army-Navy game is a big deal, with both teams having winning records. The game, now in its 125th year, is a long-standing tradition. It usually happens on the second Saturday of December, but this year, it's on the 14th. Don't worry, the CBS crew will be there to keep the excitement goin

crime

Army Specialist Charged in Missing Soldier Case

November 1, 2024

In a shocking turn of events, a 21-year-old Army Specialist has been accused of murdering a fellow soldier at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri. Spc. Wooster Rancy, who belongs to the 5th Engineer Battalion, is being held in pretrial confinement. The victim, Sgt. Sarah Roque, was found dead inside a dum

technology

Soldiers' Gear: Can Army, Microsoft Cut Costs on IVAS Headsets?

October 23, 2024

The US Army is pushing Microsoft to lower the price of its HoloLens-based IVAS headsets. These high-tech goggles have seen a bumpy journey since 2018 when Microsoft began developing them. The Army wants the price tag of $80, 000 per unit to drop significantly. The project, initially worth $480 milli

crime

Couple's Fraud Funds Disney Trips

October 19, 2024

Imagine stealing money meant for government work to fund luxurious vacations. That's what Chantelle Boyd and Thomas Bouchard did. Boyd, a Maryland woman, was sentenced for conspiring to defraud the government out of thousands of dollars. Her boyfriend, Bouchard, hired her for a "no-show" job at the

politics

Free at Last: A Soldier's Journey Home

September 21, 2024

Travis King, a US Army soldier, made headlines last year when he fled to North Korea after being released from a South Korean prison. His daring escape across the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) left many wondering why he took such a drastic measure. After pleading guilty to charges including desertion and

sports

A Triple-Header of College Football Action

September 20, 2024

The college football season is getting into full swing, with three exciting games on the schedule for Week 4. The action kicks off at noon on Saturday with Army taking on Rice in a matchup that promises to be a thrilling contest. The Black Knights are currently tied with Navy at the top of the Ameri