January 25, 2026
4 stories curated for veterans on this date.
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SERVICE
After Venezuela operation, Space Force activates SOUTHCOM element
The U.S. Space Force officially stood up a new element focused on Latin America this past week, nearly three weeks after Guardians were taking part in a major combat operation in South America.
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HEALTH
Improving access to care
Bringing care home Rural Veterans who need a new brace or prosthesis are aware of the barriers to care. It can mean planning for a long drive to your local VA, hoping traffic isn’t too bad, and...
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SERVICE
Air Force helicopter landed too close to crowd in death of school teacher, report finds
A 60-year-old elementary school teacher died from severe head injuries after rotor wash from an Air Force helicopter slammed her to the ground during an ill-fated demonstration flight last April...
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ADVOCACY
The impact of creative advocacy: Thomas Mercado’s journey
A colorful approach to raising awareness for important causes Thomas Mercado, a Veteran and nurse with the Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System (EOVAHCS), is deeply involved in advocacy and...
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