Top-secret US aquatic military vessel spotted on Google Maps
The aquatic drone dubbed the 'Manta Ray' is part of a wider U.S. Navy project to augment the nation's long-range underwater fleet of unmanned vehicles.
Area veterans honored by Philadelphia officials as part of Vet Fest
Philadelphia City Hall’s Vet Fest kicked off Wednesday and it was an afternoon of ceremonies and celebrations to honor the sacrifices of veterans. They were treated to a sweet surprise – a bike giveaway.
Biden pardoning service members convicted under law that banned gay sex
Biden is pardoning potentially thousands of former U.S. service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on consensual gay sex.
US military draft: Bill would require women to register for Selective Service
Women may be one step closer to a mandate requiring them to register for Selective Service, or the military draft.
More American soldiers are dying by suicide than combat
More U.S. soldiers are dying of suicide than any other reason, according to an analysis shared recently by health officials with the Department of Defense.
USS Theodore Roosevelt arrives in S. Korea amid rising N. Korea threats
A nuclear-powered U.S. aircraft carrier has arrived in South Korea for a three-way exercise involving Japan as they step up military training to cope with North Korean threats.
Battleship New Jersey returns to Camden Waterfront after dry-dock repairs
The Battleship New Jersey returned to its well-known spot along the Camden Waterfront on Thursday.
US military: Is there a draft in 2024?
While there isn't currently a draft in place, Congress and the president can reinstate the draft and force male citizens to serve in the military under certain circumstances.
US Navy facing 'most sustained combat since WWII' in Red Sea
The U.S. Navy is engaged in intense combat with Iran-backed Houthi rebels from Yemen, in the most significant sea battle since World War II, as the Houthis target over 50 vessels in the Red Sea to disrupt shipping and support Palestinians while strengthening their position in Yemen, leading to near-daily confrontations involving advanced weaponry.
Military veteran comes out as gay in viral obituary: 'I was afraid'
“I'm sorry for not having the courage to come out as Gay," Edward Thomas Ryan wrote.
Boy, 7, becomes honorary sergeant in Illinois Army National Guard for his courage against cancer
Seven-year-old Jamir has had an especially hard yard in his fight against leukemia, and got some special encouragement this weekend from unexpected strangers.
Biden speaks at France's Pointe du Hoc on 'defending freedom and democracy'
President Joe Biden's speech from Pointe du Hoc Friday marked his second trip to the Normandy coast during his visit to France for the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Biden says the legacy of Pointe du Hoc is a call to “stay true to what America stands for."
D-Day 80th anniversary: New memorial unveiled to honor veteran who made major strides during WWII
On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, a new memorial honoring the service of US Army Sergeant Bernie Friedenberg was unveiled in Atlantic City.
Remembering D-Day 80 years later: Biden, world leaders pay respects
June 6, 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of one of the largest air, land and sea invasions in military history.
D-Day veterans return to Normandy for 80th anniversary, share memories and messages for future generations
World War II veterans from across the United States as well as Britain and Canada are in Normandy this week to mark 80 years since the D-Day landings that helped lead to Hitler’s defeat.
Haunting art installation marks D-Day anniversary: See the pics
The “For Your Tomorrow" D-Day memorial features 1,475 statues representing each British servicemember who was killed during the invasion of Normandy 80 years ago.
Military aircraft crashes near Albuquerque airport, injured pilot escapes before impact
The pilot, the sole occupant of the aircraft, was taken to a hospital with serious injuries, as reported by Albuquerque's fire department.
Memorial Day Parade in Media brings folks together to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice
FOX 29’s Ellen Kolodziej has the inside scoop in Media during its Memorial Day Parade to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice serving the country.
Massachusetts sailor killed at Pearl Harbor finally gets proper burial at Arlington National Cemetery
Frank Hryniewicz was only 20 years old when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941. Eight decades later, Hryniewicz finally received a proper burial at Arlington National Cemetery.