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New Shaving Rules Give Marines 12 Months to Meet Standards or Face Separation

For years, a shaving waiver bought time, meaning a Marine could stay in, do the job, and manage a condition that didn’t always clear up when they wanted it to....

Top 5 Largest U.S. Military Bases Worldwide

The DoD's Base Structure Report identifies approximately 545 installations in roughly 45 countries, not including classified sites, expeditionary locations, or...

How to Get Free LASIK Through the Military: Eligibility, Wait Times, and Where to Apply

If you're an active-duty service member squinting through scratched BCGs or wrestling with contact lenses on a deployment, there's a program you should know...

Do You Meet the Army Height and Weight Standards? Find Out Here

Being a part of the U.S. Army comes with a variety of physical challenges. You need to be in peak condition, as Soldiers face rigorous training, demanding...

New Frontline Tech Aims to Detect TBIs in Minutes, Revolutionizing Treatment

At first, it can feel like ‘no big deal.’ A blast lands close enough to register, but not in a way that stops you from doing anything. There’s no visible...

Air Force Aviation Bonuses Hit $50,000 a Year for FY26 Amid Massive Budget Push

The Air Force’s latest effort to keep experienced pilots in the cockpit is here, and for Fiscal Year 2026, the incentives are substantial. To help address the...