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Because they served: VA volunteers honored for community impact
VA Volunteers honored for dedication to Veterans, caregivers and survivors Volunteers are the heartbeat of care at the Louis A.
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Navy has cleared mines from the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM says
The U.S. military has cleared Iranian sea mines from the transit routes in the Strait of Hormuz, the head of U.S. Central Command said Friday. In a video address. Adm.
Family
What ‘Trolls’ can teach military families about social media
If you’ve ever watched DreamWorks’ “Trolls” movies, you know they’re more than a colorful animated movie series with catchy songs that get stuck in your head.
Service
Marines board, sink alleged drug ship off Ecuador
U.S. forces boarded and then later sank an alleged “floating refueling station” on Friday, U.S. Southern Command said . The raid is the latest incident of direct U.S.
Service
Trump signs order to create a space service academy
A new service academy will train Space Force officers, NASA personnel and others, President Donald Trump announced. On Friday, Trump signed an executive order to create the new service academy,...
Transition
The recruiter advantage: Landing your first clinical role at VA
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is the nation’s largest healthcare system, employing more than 371,000 health care professionals and support staff at 1,380 healthcare facilities.
Service
Marines are now allowed to wear class rings in uniform
Marines can now wear their college or academy class rings with their uniforms, the service announced today. The new uniform regulation change is “effective immediately.
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Steel and stone: Army Museum’s newest exhibit shares untold stories of engineers on 9/11
8:46 a.m. The first moment of impact . For most Americans alive at the time of the 9/11 attacks, the sights and sounds of that morning play on a horrific loop in their minds.
Service
USS Abraham Lincoln sailor could be disciplined for jumping overboard
A sailor assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln who was rescued after jumping overboard may face nonjudicial punishment, a common disciplinary proceeding in the military for misconduct..
Health
Finding her rhythm: How music therapy helped Veteran heal from PTSD
The sound of healing from PTSD When post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) made everyday life feel overwhelming, Sgt. RaMonica Felton found an unexpected source of healing: music.
Service
In Iceland, Air Force special ops crews test gliders for resupply
Air Force special operations crews appear to be using a major exercise in Iceland to test and train with cargo gliders to resupply ground teams in tough-to-reach locations.
Service
Harry and Meghan are back in the UK — here are 6 overseas PCS tips they’ll never need
I’ve done what I swore I’d never do and let “military speak” slip into the real world when I saw Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s move to the UK announced.
Health
VA Research Wrap Up: New findings on brain-computer interfaces, menopause and cervical cancer screening
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting advancing brain-computer interfaces, treating menopause symptoms and a conversation guide to improving...
Legacy
How ‘the real Forrest Gump’ got his stolen Medal of Honor back
On July 15, 2005, thieves broke into several cars in the parking lot of a hotel in Indianapolis. The media normally might have given the robbery a brief mention, if that.
Service
Jonny Kim, Navy astronaut, doctor and former SEAL, departs NASA
Navy Lt. Cmdr. Jonny Kim – perhaps the most qualified person on the planet should a future space shuttle ever require a door gunner – is leaving NASA after nearly a decade to return to active duty...
Legacy
How World War II, ‘GI Joe’ and a Vietnam War Marine shaped ‘Transformers’
Today, “Transformers” has a worldwide presence in toys, comic books, video games, TV shows, movies, and even amusement park rides.
Transition
Plan your future with VA’s Know Before You Go Workbook
Before you transition out of the military, it’s hard to understand how the process will play out. And when it comes to VA benefits, care and services, it all feels so… complex.
Family
A military spouse’s viral plea raises a terrifying question for families living overseas
For 16 years, Jamie Lenio built her life around her husband’s service. She moved with him from Japan to North Carolina and eventually to Germany.
Service
Navy offers senior special warfare sailors up to $100,000 bonuses
The Navy is offering bonuses of up to $100,000 to keep some of its most experienced sailors in some of its toughest, most secretive jobs.
Service
Jordan Salinas used a silenced FN 5.7 inspired by ‘Splinter Cell’ to help stop the In-N-Out shooter
Authorities say 24-year-old Chad Williams opened fire at the In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho on Aug. 1, 2026. Tragically, three people were killed and seven others were wounded.