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Let's Avoid a Second Health Crisis in the Wake of COVID-19
Telemental health, if optimized, is a solution in providing care to those who need it most.
COVID-19 and the Geopolitics of Petroleum
One of the immediate effects of the COVID-19 pandemic was a sharp drop in world demand for petroleum.
Female Veterans Are Leading the Count for the 2020 Census
The 2020 Census is here and helps make sure every community gets its fair share of resources and political representation.
Afghanistan
Budget News
Massive Relief Bill Would Triple Military Hospital Beds, Fund Guard Deployments
The measure would give the DoD $1.5 billion to open expeditionary hospitals as experts warn bed space will fall short.
The Coast Guard Has Billions in Overdue Maintenance, and Lawmakers Are Concerned
Congress appropriated about $12.2 billion for the Coast Guard in fiscal 2020.
Navy Defends Cutting 36 Super Hornets from Budget Amid Strike Fighter Shortfall
A top Navy modernization official had to justify the service's decision to kill plans to build 36 new F/A-18 Super Hornets.
Pacific Militarization
The Fight Against ISIS
Extremists See Global Chaos from Virus as an Opportunity
Al-Qaida suggested in a statement Tuesday that non-Muslims use their time in quarantine to learn about Islam.
US Has Given 'Limited Support' to Taliban in ISIS Fight, General Says
The four-star commander of U.S. forces in Afghanistan made the stunning admission Tuesday.
Pentagon Identifies 2 MARSOC Raiders Killed Hunting ISIS in Iraq
Gunnery Sgt. Diego D. Pongo of Simi Valley, California, and Capt. Moises A. Navas of Germantown, Maryland, died Sunday.
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Trump Orders VA to Stop Withholding Money from Veterans
The president has directed the Department of Veterans Affairs to suspend debt collections immediately.
After 50 Years, the Army and Marine Corps Are Closing In on Dumping Brass-Cased Ammo
Technical advances by a few companies have prompted the Army and Marine Corps to test polymer-cased ammunition.
Some Veterans May Need to Take This Extra Step to Get Their Stimulus Check
Make sure your economic stimulus check isn't delayed.
Full Details: What You Need to Know About the Military's New Face Covering Policy
Additional guidance is coming from the military services.
Retirees, Active-Duty Families Could Be Barred from Military Pharmacies over Pandemic
Tricare users should brace for temporary military pharmacy closures over the novel coronavirus pandemic.
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Army News
Get 'A Pair of Scissors:' Army Grooming Standards Still in Effect, Officials Say
The Army's chief of staff said there are no plans to follow the other military branches in relaxing grooming standards.
The Army Plans to Issue 'Black or Camouflage' Face Masks to Soldiers
The U.S. Army's top enlisted soldier said Tuesday that the service plans to issue some type of non-surgical mask to troops.
Estranged Wife of Army Astronaut Charged with Lying About Bank Access from ISS
The estranged wife of Anne McClain has been indicted on charges of lying to federal authorities following a public dispute.
Navy News
Nimitz Becomes 4th Aircraft Carrier with COVID-19 Case: Report
Another aircraft carrier has confirmed a case of coronavirus in a crew member, according to a news report.
Modly Resigns as Acting SecNav Amid Backlash Over Carrier Captain's Firing
Modly submitted his resignation letter to Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Tuesday.
Acting SecNav’s Public Apology Was Ordered by Defense Secretary Mark Esper
Defense Secretary Mark Esper told the Navy's top civilian leader to apologize for his controversial and divisive speech.
Air Force News
Air Force Shortens Recruit Training, Shifts to New Base Amid Pandemic
Officials are also working to reschedule recruit accessions into BMT to better filter trainees through the pipeline.
Person Detained at Ellsworth Air Force Base Main Gate
The main gate at the base was closed for about four hours after the individual showed up.
Air Force Deciding What Missions It Can Drop or Delay During Pandemic
The service will operate under a "reset" to determine which ops are necessary and which it can forgo until a later date.
Marine Corps News
Infantry Marines Are Now Getting Lighter, More Streamlined Body Armor
The Marine Corps has started fielding a new plate carrier vest that features a more streamlined cut
5 Differences Between Army and Marine Corps Infantry
They have more similarities than differences, but they are unique forces.
Marines, Coalition Forces Pull out of Iraq's Taqaddum Air Base
The coalition handed over some $3.5 million in materials, including tents, blast walls and gym and dining facility equipment.
Coast Guard News
Coast Guard Ship Plays ‘World’s Largest Claw Game’ to Get Sunken Buoy out of Lake Michigan
According to the Facebook post, crews locate the buoy by dragging a grapple across the lakebed until the line tightens.
Former Soldier Accused of Faking Death Charged with Making False Distress Message
The former Joint Base Lewis-McChord soldier made a video of himself saying goodbye to loved ones Dec. 18.
Coast Guard Is the Latest Service to Ease Up on Grooming Standards
The measure limits exposure by reducing the need to see a barber or hairdresser.