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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.
A Warming Arctic Heats Up US-Russian Military Rivalry
"With Arctic warming continuing, the Arctic Ocean and its periphery is emerging as a theater of Russian/American rivalry."
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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.
For First Time in Recent History, a US Military Service Is Working Without Pay
As Coast Guard paychecks went undelivered Tuesday, the service's top officer urged its members to stay the course.
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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.
Blast near Syria US-led Coalition Patrol Causes Casualties
An explosion struck Wednesday near a patrol of the U.S.-led coalition in the northern Syrian town of Manbij.
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For First Time in Recent History, a US Military Service Is Working Without Pay
As Coast Guard paychecks went undelivered Tuesday, the service's top officer urged its members to stay the course.
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.
Sacked Sub Commander Hired 10 Prostitutes in Philippines: Report
Capt. Travis Zettel lost his job on board a Navy submarine because of "a loss in confidence in his ability to command."
Here's Everything the Coast Guard Did Without a Paycheck This Month
"Continue standing the watch -- I am proud of your unwavering devotion to duty."
Wisconsin Kidnapping Suspect Was Marine Corps Boot Camp Washout
A spokeswoman for the Marines said Patterson lasted a little more than month in the Corps before washing out in October 2015.
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Stanley McChrystal: Stop Fixating on Politicians, Focus on Nation's Problems
The retired Army four-star said the nation needs a break from its fixation on President Donald Trump.
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.
Army Chief: 2nd Advisory Team Will Go to Afghanistan Despite Withdrawal Plan
Milley said that the second of six SFABs is finishing up its training at Fort Polk, Louisiana, for the deployment.
Navy News
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.
SecNav: Navy Is Climbing Out of 'Readiness Hole'
Navy Secretary Richard V. Spencer said time is of the essence in rebuilding a more powerful naval service.
Close Call Before USS Fitzgerald's Fatal Collision Went Unreviewed: Report
The Navy report, in part, criticized the failure to review the near miss, which happened May 10, 2017, near Sasebo, Japan.
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
Two Marines Injured After Anti-Tank Weapon Mishap at Infantry Officer Course
A Marine student and an instructor both sustained injuries last week during a live-fire training accident at Quantico.
AV-8B Harrier Damaged After Engine Sucks Up Ground Wire
An AV-8B Harrier aircraft operating aboard the USS Kearsarge in the Mediterranean was damaged earlier this month.
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.
Coast Guard News
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.
Coast Guard Food Pantry Assists 1,000 People as Shutdown Continues
Organizers of a pop-up food pantry at the Coast Guard Academy estimate they have helped close to 1,000 people since Monday.