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Soldiers report empty food kiosks, small portions at Fort Carson
Objections about the food at Fort Carson spiked on the Yelp-style app, Hots&Cots, this fall, where soldiers cited inadequate protein and empty food kiosks.
Fort Irwin specialist faces murder charge in death of fellow soldier
The soldier is being held in a Navy brig in California.
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VA plans to expand caregiver benefits, postpone program discharges
Rules surrounding VA's caregiver support have been in limbo for more than two years after families complained about harsh eligibility guidelines.
Military aid societies seek crucial funds for troops on Giving Tuesday
This is the third consecutive year the relief societies have joined together to raise funds through their “Mission Give” campaign.
Bill would push VA to expand outside medical care options for vets
The Complete the Mission Act serves as a focal point of debate over the size of VA and availability of community care for veteran patients.
VA awards $1.5 million to study using psychedelics for PTSD treatment
The move is the first time Veterans Affairs leaders have funded a study into psychedelic benefits since the 1960s.
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Donald Trump taps JD Vance adviser as next Army secretary
Driscoll, who served in the Army and deployed to Iraq with the 10th Mountain Division, brings a background in venture capital and private equity firms.
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Life of pie: Soldier charged with loan fraud in bakery boondoggle
The soldier has been charged for allegedly using a fraudulent pie business called “Granny’s Delight” to obtain COVID-related business relief loans.
Marine lights candles for romantic hotel surprise, sets room on fire
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By Jon Simkins
Did a US F-22 shoot down a UFO? Photo of aerial object adds to mystery
A grainy image (it’s always a grainy image) of an object downed by an F-22 over Canada's Yukon territory has aviation (and UFO) enthusiasts chattering.
Air Force Falcons unveil glorious AFSOC-themed football unis
The Air Force just dropped some special edition football uniforms and they are certifiably fire.
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Military, veterans can stream Paris Olympics coverage for free
Those in all service branches can stream NBCUniversal's coverage through a partnership with AAFES.
By Karen Jowers
With Trump pick, JD Vance is first post-9/11 vet on major party ticket
Vance is the first veteran of the enlisted ranks to run on a major-party ticket since Al Gore in 2000.
After attempted Trump assassination, veteran groups urge calm
Vets groups united Monday to remind Americans that they all share a duty in “lowering the temperature” of today’s political discourse.
Looking for a mental health provider? Tricare’s directory may not help
Auditors posed as military beneficiaries and made covert calls to see if Tricare's mental health care providers were reachable and available as advertised.
By Karen Jowers
Veterans group hits goal of recruiting 100,000 election workers
When voters head to the polls to cast ballots this November, at least one out of every 10 election workers will be a veteran or a veteran's family member.
Quieting Discord: A new frontier in military leaks and extremism
From secret Pentagon leaks to radicalization in the military community, Discord is continuing to grapple with keeping bad actors off the popular platform.
Sailor searched for Biden’s electronic health records, Navy says
The sailor tried to access the president's health records in February but was unsuccessful, according to the Pentagon.
By Zamone Perez
‘Toxic’ politics increase terrorism, extremism risk, DHS official says
The current political climate leads to extreme views, the official said, some of which gain footing among military and veteran communities.
How a WWII ace became the unlikely honoree of a submarine combat award
John Galvin became an ace pilot during WWII, but his most prized award may have been his Submarine Combat Patrol Insignia.
By Jon Guttman
Military families: Tell us how inflation has affected you
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By Karen Jowers