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Retired Coast Guard Master Chiefs: Washington Is Failing Our Service
"Active-duty Coast Guard servicemen and women remain on the job even as they and their families go without compensation."
A Rift Between Veterans Organizations? That's Just Plain Wrong
A recent article in The New York Times painted veteran service organizations as being at odds with each other and the VA.
Military and Veteran Caregivers: Mapping to Answers
An interactive Military and Veteran Caregiver Journey Map helps convey the impact of caregiving on families' well-being.
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Retired Coast Guard Master Chiefs: Washington Is Failing Our Service
"Active-duty Coast Guard servicemen and women remain on the job even as they and their families go without compensation."
How a Government Shutdown Impacts Pay, Benefits
These are the details from the military on what a government shutdown means for pay and benefits.
Coast Guard Members in Bahrain Feel Effects of Government Shutdown
The Coast Guard unit operates six Island Class patrol boats permanently stationed at Naval Support Activity Bahrain.
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Army Releases Long-Awaited History of War in Iraq
The study highlights failures during the conflict, including a lack of awareness of the sectarian dynamics in the country.
Pentagon IDs Troops, DIA Employee Killed in Syria Blast
Three were killed in a suicide bomb attack Wednesday; a fourth contractor died as well.
Four US Troops, Civilian Workers Killed, Three Wounded in Syria Bombing
U.S. troops were killed in an explosion Wednesday in Manbij, a military spokesman said.
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R. Lee Ermey, Marine Corps Drill Instructor Turned Iconic Actor, Will Be Buried at Arlington
Gunny Hartman will be formally laid to rest with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery at 10am on Jan. 18.
The Military Has Begun Issuing Sneakers to Recruits at Boot Camp
The DoD's Defense Logistics Agency has begun delivering athletic shoes made by three American manufacturers to the services.
CBO Suggests Raising Tricare Fees, Cutting Veteran Benefits to Slash Deficit
The Congressional Budget Office published options for reducing the imbalance, including three suggestions on Tricare.
Fort Hood Soldier Killed at National Training Center Identified
Army Spc. Octavious Deshon Lakes Jr. was killed in a rollover accident in an M2 Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle.
Four US Troops, Civilian Workers Killed, Three Wounded in Syria Bombing
U.S. troops were killed in an explosion Wednesday in Manbij, a military spokesman said.
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Story About Fort Bliss Soldier Saving Man's Life Not True, Army Says
The U.S. Army said a Fort Bliss soldier's account of saving a man's life with a ballpoint pen and a hoodie was inaccurate.
Army Releases Long-Awaited History of War in Iraq
The study highlights failures during the conflict, including a lack of awareness of the sectarian dynamics in the country.
'Precious Son:' Army Ranger Dies From Afghanistan Combat Wounds
Sgt. Cameron Meddock died after being shot during combat operations Jan. 13 in Afghanistan.
Navy News
VA Renews Opposition to Agent Orange Benefits for Blue Water Navy Vets
Though legislation has been reintroduced in Congress, VA officials say there is no evidence to support the change.
Top US Navy Officer Urges China to Avoid Confrontations
Chief of U.S. Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson says he urged China to follow international rules at sea.
Navy Dumps Hazardous Substances into Puget Sound: Washington State AG
The U.S. Navy dumped the equivalent of 50 dump truck loads of solid material, including copper and zinc, into Puget Sound.
Air Force News
Air Force Study Shows Wrench-Turners Make Better Cyber Warriors
The U.S. Air Force is learning that wrench-turners, not computer geeks, may make ideal cyber warriors.
SpecOps Recruiting Squadron Helps Air Force Combat 'Runaway Attrition'
The service established its first Special Operations Recruiting Squadron last year to find next-generation combat airmen.
Mechanical Issues Cause Back-to-Back F-15 Emergency Landings in Kadena
Two F-15 Eagles from Kadena Air Base experienced mechanical issues and were forced to make emergency landing.
Marine Corps News
Family, Fans Attend R. Lee Ermey's Funeral at Arlington Cemetery
Friends, family and fans shared memories of the much-loved Marine and actor.
R. Lee Ermey, Marine Corps Drill Instructor Turned Iconic Actor, Will Be Buried at Arlington
Gunny Hartman will be formally laid to rest with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery at 10am on Jan. 18.
'Gunny' Remembered: The Life of R. Lee Ermey
The iconic Gunnery Sergeant Hartman -- and the veteran who played him, R. Lee Ermey -- are both iconic. But Ermey's service w...
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Retired Coast Guard Master Chiefs: Washington Is Failing Our Service
"Active-duty Coast Guard servicemen and women remain on the job even as they and their families go without compensation."
Coast Guard Vet Sings the 'Gubment Shutdown Blues'
Walters recorded "Gubment Shutdown Blues" after he was told that his next paycheck isn't coming.
Coast Guard Members in Bahrain Feel Effects of Government Shutdown
The Coast Guard unit operates six Island Class patrol boats permanently stationed at Naval Support Activity Bahrain.