Defense News Weekly
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Insight on the art of scaling up missile production | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.25.26
A panel of military and defense industry experts weigh the options for increasing U.S. missile production. Plus, military headlines from around the globe.
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Prioritizing missile production: how can the US build back stockpiles quickly?
As the Pentagon looks to speed up missile production following combat in Iran, defense leaders map out ways to tackle the problem.
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China copies Pentagon-funded robot dog design in move to own the market | Headlines
Leveraging its ability to compel its industrial base and history of emulating U.S. defense tech, China makes a move to mass produce quadruped robots.
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How Much Does Leasing Really Cost You | Money Minute
Leasing a vehicle can seem like a great deal at first, but make sure you understand all the costs.
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Tomahawk production gets a boost | Defense Dollars
Raytheon was awarded $23 billion to speed up cruise missile production as L3Harris changes leadership. Those stories and more on this week’s Defense Dollars.
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DARPA explores novel designs for high-payload drones | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.18.26
Looking to develop lightweight drones that can carry four times their own weight in cargo, DARPA offers millions in the “Lift Challenge.” Find out who won.
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Spotting scams tied to military patient portals | Benefits and healthcare
Military and veteran communities are common targets for scammers — get tips on how to avoid being a victim from the Military Officers Association of America.
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Trump talks war motivations, and a battlefield first in Operation Epic Fury
The President says a “feeling” helped guide him to approve large scale strikes in Iran, and a new weapon takes to the skies on the fight.
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Another Iraq? Examining Operation Epic Fury
A Middle East expert looks at how past conflicts compare to the current U.S. effort against Iran.
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Why now?: The factors that drove the US and Israel to war with Iran
An expert from The George Washington University digs in on aspects of the U.S. and Israel’s strikes on Iran, and why the two countries decided to act now.
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Dental costs, co-pays and patient feedback: Military benefits changes on the horizon
How much will you pay for Tricare dental premiums this year? And what’s in store for prescription co-pays? MOAA breaks down military and vets’ health care news.
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Sig Sauer previews a machine-gun-toting drone and FN updates the SCAR
Looking to deliver a range of civilian and military capabilities, Sig Sauer shows off its Spear line and a machine gun, and FN updates the popular SCAR rifle.
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Carriers in the Middle East and unmanned integration in warfare | Navy updates
Retired Adm. Jamie Foggo from the Navy League of the United States gives perspective on news in the sea service, including the buildup in the Middle East.
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Heckler and Koch highlight firearms offerings based on military models
A “micro-compact” pistol, an updated handgun option with new optics and a rifle made the show floor at SHOT Show for gunmaker H&K — check out their latest.
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Leaders look to new methods to retain Navy talent | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 2.24.26
Updated promotion avenues, flexibility in duty station choices and less time at sea are all on the table as the Navy looks to keep good sailors in uniform.
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Quality-of-life improvements crucial for recruiting, keeping younger sailors, leaders say
Molding the sea service to offer better work-life balance, improving uniforms and more options are in the works as the Navy courts a new generation of sailors.
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More choice, more flexibility: Navy works to retain talent and improve service
Reworking its promotion process, giving sailors more agency in job choice and reducing time at sea are all on the menu as the Navy revamps retention methods.
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India buys fighter jets and Lockheed Martin unveils the ‘Lamprey’ | Defense Dollars
Who’s providing drone defense at the World Cup? And what fighters did India buy recently? Plus: a new submersible that attaches to hulls of ships to recharge.