The air service branch of the U.S. Armed Forces
U.S. officials have opened a leak investigation after reporting that the Secret Service urged President Trump to swap from a newly gifted Qatari Boeing 747-8 to an older Air Force One during his return from a NATO summit. The FBI and White House have served subpoenas on New York Times reporters and have sought contact with Secret Service staff, officials say.
The slice of stories shows how drones and autonomous systems are transforming warfare. Ukraine’s use of unmanned boats, ground vehicles and motherships is driving NATO Europe to rethink procurement, industrial bases and battlefield strategy.
The U.S. Air Force has announced it will extend the operational life of the A-10 Thunderbolt II until 2030. The decision aims to preserve combat power amid ongoing aircraft production efforts, despite longstanding debates over the aircraft's age and future replacement options. The A-10 has been active in Middle East operations against Iran-backed groups.
A building has collapsed in Angeles City, Pampanga province, during a thunderstorm. Officials say 21 to 30 workers remain unaccounted for as rescuers search the rubble. Several evacuees have been injured; others have escaped. Authorities are reviewing construction history to determine the cause.
Gold has trimmed losses after U.S. inflation data showed softer price pressures, but the metal remains under pressure as energy costs and a wary stance on rate rises weigh on demand. Copper and precious metals also move lower on the session.
A B-52 Stratofortress has crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base on Monday, killing all eight people aboard. The aircraft was on a routine test mission supporting a radar modernization program. Military officials have opened an investigation that could take up to six months.
NATO and allied nations are accelerating development and deployment of cheaper, scalable defenses in response to drone threats and rapid battlefield innovation. Ukraine’s front-line feedback is driving faster iteration, with manufacturers delivering updates within days or weeks as the war reshapes planning for 2030-era air defense.
The military has reinstated flu vaccination requirements for recruits after a localized outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas has sickened hundreds. Officials say exemptions were granted earlier in the year, but ongoing cases and a recruit death have prompted renewed vaccination efforts across basic training.
President Donald Trump has unveiled a Qatari‑donated Boeing 747 that the Air Force has converted and repainted as a temporary Air Force One. The plane has completed flight testing, will serve as a "bridge" until purpose‑built VC‑25Bs arrive around 2028, and has drawn questions about cost, security and the ethics of accepting a foreign gift.
A Marine who disappeared from the USS Anchorage during training has been declared deceased after a multi-service search covered about 2,400 square miles. Recovery operations are ongoing for his family and unit.
Avi Loeb has been appointed to head a White House scientific advisory council probing unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). The team will report to a separate presidential panel and has begun requesting more than 50 videos, images and documents to investigate recent military sightings. Critics question the panel’s methods and Loeb’s unconventional theories.
The Navy has named the crew member lost after an MH-60S Sea Hawk crash in the Arabian Sea as the search continues for the remaining missing aircrew. Three crew members have been rescued and are in stable condition aboard the USS George H.W. Bush. The incident is under investigation and authorities say hostile action is not suspected.
The White House has removed two Democratic members of the Election Assistance Commission and accepted a Republican member’s resignation, narrowing the panel ahead of the midterms. The action follows a Supreme Court ruling expanding presidential authority over independent agencies and comes amid broader moves to shape election administration. Agencies warn officials of potential prosecutions for interfering with voting and residents are urged to ensure compliance with new election rules.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national accused in the November ambush near the Farragut West Metro Station, has collapsed health-wise and is being treated at George Washington University Hospital after reportedly refusing food and water. Prosecutors have sought the death penalty on a 17-count indictment; a judge has granted access to limited medical records for court considerations.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the Afghan national charged in a Washington, D.C. ambush, has been rushed to a hospital with life-threatening conditions after allegedly refusing food. Prosecutors seek the death penalty; a judge has ordered access to medical records as his health deteriorates behind federal custody.
Iran has continued attacks on US bases across the Gulf region, targeting Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and Oman with missiles and drones. US-led airstrikes have responded with approximately 90 targets hit in Iran as the Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point of the conflict. Regional leaders urge restraint while diplomacy is pursued.
The conflict has wounded more than 400 service members, with several confirmed fatalities and ongoing investigations into multiple incidents. The Pentagon has revised casualty figures, while briefings emphasize traumatic brain injuries among the wounded. The situation remains dynamic as civilian and military operations continue.
The Pentagon has rolled out annual testosterone screenings for service members aged 30 and older, with younger troops able to volunteer. Officials describe the measure as part of maintaining a “strong, resilient and capable” fighting force, while experts warn on possible health risks and ethical concerns about medical oversight.
The Pentagon has announced a new testosterone screening program as part of periodic health assessments for service members. Men over 30 will be automatically tested; younger personnel may opt in. Treatment remains voluntary if recommended, and officials say the goal is to restore natural health, not to artificially enhance performance. The initiative follows years of reform in military fitness under Secretary Hegseth.
A Navy Blue Angels jet performed a low-altitude pass at the Pensacola Beach Breakfast with the Blues event, causing chairs and tents to scatter. Officials say a safety review is underway. Several political figures comment on the maneuver, prompting questions about safety and oversight.