Business

Navy Opens Fire on Cold-War Personnel System

Armed with an innovative plan for promotions, Secretary Ray Mabus wants to sink industrial-age HR policies and rig his fleet for the 21st century.

Business

All 8 Women Fail To Advance To Next Phase of Ranger School

But all eight, along with 101 male soldiers, earned the right to restart the first training phase next week.

Threats

What’s the Difference Between ‘Accompanying’ and ‘Escorting’ a Ship?

When Pentagon officials announced that they would increase protection for U.S.-flagged vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, they also introduced a bit of confusion.

Threats

Here’s Why Iran’s Seizure of a Cargo Ship Is So Odd, and Disturbing

While Revolutionary Guard boats often harass passing vessels, the capture of the MV Maersk Tigris appears to be something new.

Policy

White House Reversal Will Send Arms to Egypt

Obama sidelines his insistence on democratic reform, hoping to restart Washington-Cairo dialogue.