Experts debunk DOD claim about autism therapy, demand its availability
A new report urges the DOD to provide Applied Behavior Analysis as a basic benefit for the one in 28 military children diagnosed with autism.
By Karen Jowers
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Why Truman changed the ‘War Department’ to the ‘Department of Defense’
Just a few months after the conclusion of World War II, President Truman announced his goal to implement a new governing structure for the military.
Texas-bound convoy tries to recruit veterans for border protests
The convoy is making its way toward Texas, where a standoff continues between the state and federal governments over border authority and security.
Vet who killed Iraqi civilian ordered to jail on Capitol riot charges
Richmond was convicted of manslaughter in 2004 for fatally shooting an Iraqi cow herder in the head while serving in the U.S. Army.
By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press
Soldiers who volunteer for recruiting duty can pocket $5,000
Volunteers must report to Army Recruiting College by March 31.
By Todd South
The best headlamps and flashlights for every need
The difference between success and failure is often the difference between the right flashlight or headlamp.
By Berne Broudy
Senior enlisted leaders to discuss military quality-of-life fixes
Defense and veterans hearings for the week of Jan. 29, 2024.
White House medical unit handed out pills to ineligible patients
A Pentagon watchdog found "severe and systemic" problems with the unit’s internal controls on medication, among other issues.
Lawmakers push for better mental health care for new moms
The move is one of several proposals expected in coming months from members of a House panel focused on military quality of life issues.
Could a device used in sports help reduce traumatic brain injuries?
The FDA approved the Q-Collar use for impact-related concussions, but further studies on blast exposure are underway.
By Todd South
Talks to begin on the future of U.S. troop presence in Iraq
No timeline is in place for the talks or for any changes that will come from them.
Pentagon plans to fix ‘chronically understaffed’ medical facilities
Will bringing more medical providers — and patients — into military medical facilities help problems with access to care?
By Karen Jowers