Here's a look at the most popular stories this week on Military.com.
Robots Replace Soldiers in First Breaching Exercise of its Kind
Humans took a backseat during a base exercise on Friday, in which robots cleared obstacles for manned tanks and fighting vehicles. U.S. and British troops participated in the Robotic Complex Breach Concept demonstration, during which several remote-controlled vehicles performed a task usually carried out by soldiers.
By Martin Egnash, Stars and Stripes | Read more
Vet: Family to Join Adopted Daughter in South Korea if She Is Deported
A retired Army lieutenant colonel with six tours of duty, Patrick Schreiber says that his failure to gain an understanding of immigration law is "the greatest regret in my life." Because it now could mean having to move his family to South Korea next year so he, his wife and adopted daughter could stay together.
By Rick Montgomery, Kansas City Star | Read more
Some Troops, Families Could Owe Thousands to Keep Tricare
Troops and family members who missed monthly Tricare premium payments due to a contractor swap Jan. 1 must make up missed payments, as well as pay one to two months in advance to reinstate coverage, Tricare officials confirmed Monday.
By Amy Bushatz | Read more
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Most Read in Air Force
- Air Force Cancels Two Thunderbirds Shows Following Fatal Accident
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Most Read in Marine Corps
- Marine Commandant Benches Another General for 'Inappropriate Comments'
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Most Read in Technology
- Navy's Carbon-Fiber Stiletto Craft Tests High-Tech Gear at Sea
- Air Force Special Ops Short on Funding for AC-130 Gunship Laser
Most Read in Gear and Fitness
- Marines Working with the Army on 5.56mm Rifle Round Replacement
- Marines to Test out Lighter Combat Boots at Boot Camp
Most Read in Business
- Senator Pushes for Answers on $50 Million Army Contracting Scandal
- Coast Guard Wants to Award Contract for New Icebreaker Ahead of Plan
Most Read in Spouse and Family
Most Read in Entertainment
- This Retired Lt. General Called Out Ivanka on Twitter
- Marvel and Brie Larson Pay Tribute to Fallen Thunderbirds Pilot
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- Former Army Officer Slept with Knife Before Apparent Murder-Suicide
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-- Sean Mclain Brown can be reached at sean.brown@military.com. Follow him on Twitter at @seanmclainbrown
