Recent news involving the army has included a range of events, from successful military tests of new weapons systems like the DragonFire laser weapon in the UK and the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) seeker in the US, to tragic incidents such as the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of five Army special operations soldiers during a training exercise in the Mediterranean Sea. Additionally, there have been reports of reforms being promised within the US military following an internal review that highlighted issues of safety and trust in leadership due to sexual assault and harassment allegations.
The army, as a land-based military force, plays a crucial role in national defense and security for countries around the world. It is responsible for conducting ground operations, maintaining peace and stability, and defending against external threats. Army personnel undergo rigorous training to develop combat skills, leadership abilities, and discipline. They are equipped with a variety of weapons, vehicles, and technology to carry out their missions effectively. The army often collaborates with other branches of the military, as well as with international partners, to address global security challenges and support peacekeeping efforts.
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Two horses are making progress while two injured soldiers are expected to make a full recovery
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The Supreme Court has sided with a decorated veteran of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq in a protracted fight with the government over 12 months of G
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The Army and Air Force say they are on track to meet their recruiting goals this year, reversing previous shortfalls using a swath of new programs and policy changes
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Facial hair is no longer code red for soldiers and officers in the UK’s land warfare force.
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The secret army used inflatable tanks, trucks and planes, combined with sound effects, radio trickery, costume uniforms and acting
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After months of speculation about her whereabouts, a new official portrait of the Princess has been released to mark Mother's Day in the UK.
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A report from the University of Auckland brain bank has found Stage 2 CTE in the brain of the former Blues scrum-half Billy Guyton, who died in 2023
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The independent commission investigating the deadliest shooting in Maine history was granted subpoena power to compel witnesses to testify or produce documents.
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The decayed ordnance was assessed and determined to be inert.
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The US Navy is allowing individuals without high school diplomas or GEDs to enlist if they score 50 or above on the qualification test.
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The UK successfully tested the DragonFire laser weapon, while the US Army flight tested the seeker for its newest missile, the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM).
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Lawmakers in Maine return to work to honor victims, survivors, and first responders following the deadliest mass shooting in the state's history.
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Eiffel Gilyana, a fitness instructor and Army veteran, was found dead after disappearing during a kayaking trip in Florida.
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A tissue sample from the brain of Robert Card, who killed 18 people in a shooting spree, is being examined for signs of military-related brain trauma.
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The US military is promising reforms after an internal review found that many members don't feel safe and trust in leadership is eroding due to reports of sexual assault and harassment.
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Four family members, including a female Soldier, her male spouse, and their two children, were found dead at Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield in Georgia.
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Five Army special operations soldiers were killed when their helicopter crashed during a training exercise in the Mediterranean Sea.
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Robert Card, a US Army reservist, killed 18 people and injured 13 in a mass shooting at a bowling alley and bar in Lewiston, Maine.
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Pvt. Travis King, who fled to North Korea in July, is facing charges including desertion, assault, and child pornography after being returned to the US.
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Flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall and a glacial lake overflow have caused at least 77 deaths and left over 100 people missing in India's northeast.