← February 2026
Edition · Issue 2026-02-07
February 7, 2026
4 stories curated for veterans on this date.
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HEALTH
Veteran suicides drop slightly in 2023, even as rate of deaths rose
The number of veterans who committed suicide decreased in 2023 compared to 2022, but only slightly, the Department of Veterans Affairs said this week.
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HEALTH
Start the year right by donating blood
Be a hero in your community With the new year, you and your loved ones can make a difference by pledging to donate blood. It’s a simple act that saves lives. VA supports blood drives nationwide.
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SERVICE
National Guard troops shot in DC to receive Purple Hearts
The two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C. in November will receive the Purple Heart, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced on Friday.
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LEGACY
The original US Navy was an armada of American rebels and privateers
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, the story of American independence invites more than commemoration. It demands reflection.
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