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VA Expands Agent Orange Claim Eligibility
The chemical killed any plants in its way, but it wasn’t particularly good for humans either.
2020 Military Payday Schedule
Check out our schedule of military pay days for 2020 to help you manage your finances.
Firefighting Foam in Water Near Bases Gets Congressional Attention
Used for more than 50 years, firefighting foam contains chemicals that may cause many illnesses.
2020 Navy Federal Military Pay Deposit Dates
If you are a Navy Federal member, you can actually get your money before payday.
2020 USAA Military Pay Deposit Dates
If you are a USAA customer, you can actually get your money before payday.
How Much Does the 2020 Military Pay Raise Really Put In Your Pocket?
How does that 3.1% raise translate to real cash?
Can You Really Be Recalled to Active Duty at Any Time?
Here’s everything veterans need to know about involuntary military extension, active duty recall and military stop-loss.
2020 CONUS COLA Rates Announced
The pay is for those who live in expensive locations.
Here’s the VA's Dependency Indemnity Compensation Rates Increase for 2020
Survivors will see a modest increase from 2019
SGLI and FSGLI Premiums Decreasing
Costs for the popular life insurance programs will be going down soon.
Congress Overrides Pentagon on GI Bill Transfer Rules
Congress wants to let everyone transfer their unused GI Bill to dependents
Your VA Bills Can Now Be Seen Online
The "patient statements" will be sent by mail and posted online
All Veterans Would Get Dental Care Help Under This Proposed Plan
VA wants to refer veterans to outside care
VA's Dental Insurance Program Is Back
The program restarted December 1, 2017 and will run for at least 4 more years.
VA Opens Gambling Addiction Center in Sin City
Veterans Can Soon Head to Vegas for Gambling Addiction Treatment
Military News
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Navy's Top Admiral Has No Apologies Over Carrier Lincoln's Extra-Long Deployment
The carrier deployed in April 2019. Last week, the ship arrived in Hawaii before making its final trek to San Diego.
This Lawmaker Is the Only Veteran on the Team Arguing for Trump’s Impeachment
Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, served with the 82nd Airborne Division and 75th Ranger Regiment.
DoD to Announce New Base Security Measures Worldwide in Wake of Pensacola Shooting
Esper will provide Naval Air Station Pensacola leadership with a preview of new security measures being developed.
Army IDs Green Beret Killed During Free Fall Training Exercise
Master Sgt. Nathan Goodman, 36, died "during a routine military free fall" near Eloy, Arizona, according to a release.
Air Force Two-Star Fired Amid Investigation into Misconduct Allegations
The investigation is ongoing.
Latest Military Videos
Tragedy greets the American psychological operations team as it goes through the village of Pine Branch, on a distant...
Julian Woodhouse is a field artillery officer in the U.S. Army Reserve. His mission is to destroy, defeat or...
U.S. Army 1st Lt. Sarah Beard, a Danville, Indiana native, trains for the Olympic Trials at the U.S. Army...
The Psychological Operations Course, part of The Army School System of the 80th Training Command (TASS) at Fort Hunter...
Various shots of the interior of the E4B (Video by Kevin Schwandt, 55th Wing Public Affairs)
Army News
Army Cancels $45 Billion Bradley Replacement Competition After Only One Bid Qualified
Two past efforts to replace the Bradley in 2009 and 2014 were canceled for cost-associated reasons.
US Veteran Among Alleged White Supremacists Arrested Before Gun Rally
The three men were believed to be planning to attend the pro-gun rally planned for Monday in Richmond.
Families of 82nd Airborne Soldiers Warned About Social Media Use After Threats
Family of soldiers deployed with the 82nd Airborne are being warned of "menacing" messages they might get on social media.
Navy News
Navy to Name Aircraft Carrier for Pearl Harbor Hero Miller
Miller was the first African American to receive the Navy Cross for valor.
Ex-Guantanamo Commander Convicted of Lying about Man's Death
A jury convicted Capt. Nettleton of obstruction of justice, concealing material facts, and making false statements.
Appeals Court Overturns Former Naval Academy Midshipman's Sexual Assault Conviction
Court documents called the 2016 incident "an alcohol-fueled sexual encounter."
Air Force News
US, Japan Defense Officials Discuss How to Address Chemical Contamination Near American Bases
Tokyo officials detected the chemicals, commonly known as PFOS and PFOA, in two wells near Yokota Air Base.
The B-52 Will No Longer Carry Certain Nuclear Weapons. Here's Why
The B-52 Stratofortress will no longer carry the B61-7 and B83-1 nuclear gravity bombs as it prepares to carry the new long-r...
After Military Social Media Flubs, 4-Star Promises Improvements
One of the Pentagon's top officers says the military still has a long way to go to reach Americans online effectively.
Marine Corps News
Marine's Moving Truck Gets Stolen with His Father's Ashes Inside
Surveillance footage from the hotel parking lot shows the thieves getting into the truck and driving away.
Marines to Get New Lightweight Polymer Ammo for 'Ma Deuce' Machine Gun
The Marine Corps has inked a $10M contract with MAC LLC for new lightweight polymer machine-gun ammunition.
After Fatal Aircraft Collision, Marines Will Get Better Emergency Signal Devices
In 2020, every Marine squadron will receive new signaling devices that automatically activate when they touch water.
Coast Guard News
Coast Guard Wrapping Up Study on Why Minority Members Leave the Service
The Coast Guard will wrap up a study examining why minority service members are leaving its ranks.
Coast Guard Helps Rescue Fishermen After Capsized Boat Found off Oregon Coast
Three fishermen were rescued Tuesday night after the U.S. Coast Guard found their boat capsized near Coos Bay, Oregon.
Deadly Boat Fire: 4 Families of Victims File Suit Against Conception Owners
Documents filed in federal court allege the vessel, which was owned by Truth Aquatics, was "unseaworthy."