Veteran News
Legacy
A Missouri man who claimed conscientious objector status in 1966 pleaded guilty this week to submitting fake combat awards and documents in order to reap Veterans Affairs benefits, the U.S.
Service
The Army is scaling up its helicopter defenses with nearly $5 billion for new anti-missile laser systems. Last week, the Army awarded Northrop Grumman $4.
Legacy
About 15 minutes into “Mayday” I had to be reminded that this was not the film to watch if I wanted military accuracy. It is, however, perfect for nostalgia and laughs.
Health
After years of living with pain, one Navy Veteran found a path to relief—and a partner in her care After serving 10 years in the Navy, Sherid Hutchins built a career, raised a daughter and moved...
Transition
Hey, Veteran. You’ve heard the soft advice. “Touch grass.” You didn’t hold a line at 0300 so someone could tell you to go pet a lawn. Forget touching grass.
Legacy
During his illustrious career in the U.S. Army , Stanley McChrystal became a four-star general. McChrystal was commander of Joint Special Operations Command when U.S.
Health
More than half of the Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers have reported severe staffing shortages for jobs such as nurses, nursing assistants and psychologists, according to a new report...
Service
The U.S. military has “probably used” one-half to two-thirds of its missile defense interceptors in its war with Iran, a congressional report found.
Transition
From application advice to insights into day-to-day work at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Talk About It Tuesday (TAIT) is here to offer viewers learn more about VA and how to better...
Service
U.S. veterans ages 20 to 39 had higher levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, in their bloodstream compared with civilians of comparable age, according to a new study published...
Benefits
Did you know that you can use your VA-guaranteed home loan benefit more than once? Many Veterans and surviving spouses think it’s a one-time benefit, but it isn’t.
Service
The mission statement for the United States’ military’s ongoing war with Iran — one that has lasted months, left hundreds of service members injured and 18 dead — is not only shrouded in mystery but..
Service
Celebrating two decades of supporting military children and families, Sesame Street for Military Families (SS4MF) has announced the launch of new digital resources to support military families in...
Legacy
One of the week’s biggest bombs wasn’t dropped in Iran, it came at American theaters over the weekend. Director Paul Greengrass’ (“The One That Got Away”) new movie “The Uprising” stars Andrew...
Advocacy
Veterans who refinance their homes through a VA-backed loan could face significantly higher fees under a proposal in Congress that would use changes to the home-loan program to fund a broader package.
Service
The Space Force currently has “space control weapons” in orbit, Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink revealed today. His remarks are the first time the U.S.
Advocacy
Veterans Justice Outreach Specialist helped Veteran rebuild his life Jerry Butler joined the Air Force out of Texas with one goal in mind: to see the world.
Service
Seven prominent retired general officers are imploring the U.S. electorate to have faith in the election process, issuing a call for Americans to read and adhere to what they call five “principles...
Community
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Service
In a letter dated Aug. 30, 2026, from the 82nd Airborne Division command team, it was announced that the division, the primary fighting arm of the XVIII Airborne Corps, will remain in the region into.
