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Military to offer tax-saving health care accounts for troops
These accounts can help troops save an average of 30% on unreimbursed health care expenses.
By Karen Jowers
US rejects nearly all Chinese claims in South China Sea
The Trump administration escalated its actions against China on Monday by stepping squarely into one of the most sensitive regional issues dividing them and rejecting outright nearly all of Beijing’s significant maritime claims in the South China Sea.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Military members are disproportionately affected by cybercrime: Here’s why and how to avoid it
Cybercriminals are targeting America's military personnel and families, but steps can be made to avoid becoming a victim.
By Zach England
Active duty more likely than civilians to report money stolen from their bank accounts, FTC finds
Nearly 14 percent of the active duty reports say a family member or someone else they know stole the identity.
By Karen Jowers
US military did not properly store or account for nearly $715 million in weapons for Syrian partners fighting ISIS
The report also detailed that nearly 4,100 weapons that include grenade launchers and machine guns were improperly stored outside in metal shipping containers exposing the gear to harsh environments and potentially rust.
By Shawn Snow
US troops prohibited from traveling to Jerusalem’s Old City and elsewhere on West Bank
The EUCOM “policy applies to military personnel, DoD civilian employees, contractors and command-sponsored dependents and family members.”
By Shawn Snow
Few military spouses are using this $4,000 benefit
Just 7% of eligible spouses were using the $4,000 in tuition assistance available through DoD's MyCAA program.
By Karen Jowers
Philippines frets about war at sea for US
Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said a 1951 treaty with the US needed to be re-examined to clear ambiguities that could cause chaos and confusion during a crisis
3 quick tips to make saving easier for Military Saves Week
This year’s Military Saves Week(#MSW19) is upon us. The annual awareness event about the importance of building good savings behavior amongst those who serve and in military families is more important than ever because, sadly, the fact is the majority of Americans have less than $1,000 in savings. And with the expert recommendation of having 3-6 months of living expenses saved up as part of a rainy day fund, $1,000 is often simply not enough.
Victims look to punish Iran for attacks against US troops in Iraq
The lawsuit is asking for $10 billion in damages for the victims and their families.
By Todd South
Here’s why veteran entrepreneurs have a harder time getting financing than nonvets
What’s one thing everybody needs when starting a business? Seed money. Yet despite similar demand for financing among veteran and nonveteran entrepreneurs, a new study finds former service members often have a harder time accessing capital than their counterparts.
By Natalie Gross