Army begins offering smaller armor sizes

The U.S. Army is now handing out armor in three new sizes — extra small short, small short and small long — to address complaints primarily from female soldiers and smaller-stature men about fitting into the equipment, AP reports.

Driving the news: The move comes after some complained that traditional armor sizing can be cumbersome and hinder some soldiers' movements. It highlights the fact that more women have moved into combat roles that were traditionally reserved for men, AP notes.