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Marines to Get Brain-Calming "Mindfulness" Training
January 22 by Mike O'BrienThey are among the toughest fighters in the world – and now the U.S. Marine Corps is taking its training to another level with new "mindfulness-based" techniques. The training, which begins...
‘I take responsibility’: Hillary Clinton Testifies to Congress Over Benghazi
January 22 by Mike O'BrienSecretary of State Hillary Clinton testified to Congress over the attack on a US mission in Benghazi, Libya, last year that resulted in the death of U.S. envoy Christopher Stevens and three official...
UFO sightings turn out to be military cargo plane
January 21 by Mike O'BrienIt came from outer space - at least that's what residents of a couple of Massachusetts towns thought. Authorities received several reports of UFO sightings earlier this month but now the Federal A...
U.S. and Japan Ink New Cooperation Rules Amid Tension with China
January 17 by IDGA EditorFor the first time in 15 years, U.S. Defense officials began talks on Thursday, January 17, with their Japanese counterparts on strategic cooperation amid mounting tensions with China. The aim is...
Wars in Iraq, Afghanistan Drove Developments in Body, Vehicle Armor
January 17 by John M. DoyleThe challenges of counter insurgency and unconventional warfare in Iraq and Afghanistan have sparked innovation in armor development for both individuals and vehicles over the past decade. Roadsid...
U.S. to help France in Mali battle – without putting troops on the ground
January 16 by Mike O'BrienThe U.S. military is poised to ferry hundreds of extra French troops to the North African country of Mali, to help in the latest battle against Al Qaeda-linked rebels. Pentagon officials said ar...
Obama Speeds up U.S. Troops' Move to Support Role in Afghanistan
January 14 by Mike O'BrienAfghanistan will be a secure country after the majority of U.S. forces leave at the end of 2014, according to its President Hamid Karzai. Speaking in Kabul upon his recent return from a meeting...
More Fight, Less Fuel [Infographic]
December 07 by IDGA EditorIn order to sustain a 21st century military force, especially in an era of fiscal distress, the United States must use it’s resources wisely, especially our energy resources. As an institution...
First Responders Combating the IED Threat
November 28 by Tom LynchKnowing how to react to possible threats and build a better understanding of terrorist tactics is central to protecting the United States. This interview provides insight into the approach of the na...
Testimonials: Fort Bragg Soldier Equipment Technology Expo
October 26 by IDGA EditorListen up to attendee testimonials from the Fort Bragg Soldier Equipment Technology Expo. For information on the 2013 program, call IDGA on 1800.882.8684 or email idga@idga.org
Army Retains APFT, Rejects APRT For Now
August 28 by Peter SmithThe Army will retain its current three-event Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT), opting not to implement a five-event Army Physical Readiness Test (APRT),which had been proposed by the United Stat...
"Green-on-Blue" Attacks Enter National Spotlight
August 21 by Peter SmithPresident Barack Obama expressed dismay at the recent slew of "green-on-blue" attacks occurring in Afghanistan on Monday, signaling the growing cause for concern these killings pose to United States...