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The bar scene, while nostalgic, functions as a crucial pivot point that sets up character arcs, thematic depth and emotional stakes.
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Fort Benning returns to old name — with a new namesake
The switch comes less than two years after the post was redesignated Fort Moore as officials stripped the names of Confederate officers from bases.
Families sue over ‘appalling’ conditions in Florida military housing
Fifty-six families are suing Balfour Beatty, accusing the company of “shoddy maintenance practices" at NAS Key West privatized housing.
WWI Museum resurrects Great War participants in new high-tech exhibit
“Stations” boast recreated virtual scenes from WWI replete with interactive soundscape tech found in just one other U.S. location — the Las Vegas Sphere.
Marine Corps relieves Air Station Beaufort commander of duties
The decision came after the service lost confidence in the commander's ability to lead, according to the Marine Corps.
House vets chairman backs VA staffing cuts but promises oversight
Rep. Mike Bost said he trusts that administration plans to dramatically reduce the VA workforce will not cut into veterans benefits and care.
Navy petty officer awarded for showdown with Somali pirates
The boatswain’s mate, who grew up in Egypt, was awarded for his gutsy role in responding to a pirate attack on a commercial tanker in the Gulf of Aden.
Fired wing commander admits fraternization, to be confined 3 weeks
Col. Christopher Meeker agreed to a plea deal in which another charge of extramarital sexual conduct was dismissed.
Students sue Defense Department over book bans in military schools
The case involves 12 students from six families who attend military-run schools in Virginia, Kentucky, Italy and Japan.
Two troops killed, one seriously injured in vehicle accident at border
The service members were deployed in support of ongoing security operations at the southern border.
Army, Air Force libraries ordered to review books for DEI material
The orders come after the U.S. Naval Academy removed nearly 400 books from its library after being told to get rid of those that promote DEI.
Pentagon senior adviser Dan Caldwell ousted in probe into leaks
Officials said Caldwell’s sudden downfall is tied to an ongoing investigation into unauthorized disclosure of department information.
Pentagon inspector general report rehashes Space Command HQ debate
Meanwhile, the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee claims the White House will soon name Huntsville, Alabama, as Space Command's permanent home.
VA plans to cut hundreds of payroll jobs at regional medical sites
The decision to cut about 300 medical center payroll jobs and move about 300 more are part of broader efforts to reduce the size of the VA workforce.
USS Carl Vinson in Mideast ahead of Iran-US nuclear talks
The operation comes as U.S. officials have linked the U.S.′ monthlong campaign against the Houthis as a means to pressure Iran in the negotiations.
Lenders voice concerns over decision to end VA home loan rescue effort
VA officials previously announced plans to end the Veterans Affairs Servicing Purchase program May 1.
Soldier becomes first woman to compete in Best Ranger Competition
First Lt. Gabrielle White, and her teammate, Capt. Seth Deltenre, finished the grueling three-day event over the weekend and came in 14th overall.
