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Senator presses Navy for answers on USS Abraham Lincoln deployment
Sen. Richard Blumenthal distributed a letter on Wednesday requesting that the U.S. Navy account for conditions aboard the carrier USS Abraham Lincoln.
DoD to launch pilot for some service members to freeze sperm, eggs
The Pentagon will soon cover the cost for some service members to freeze their sperm or eggs.
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Multiple USS Abraham Lincoln sailors have tried to go overboard amid extended deployment, families say
Multiple sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have attempted to go overboard as the carrier's deployment stretches into its ninth month.
Asbestos, mold and crumbling walls: The US military’s Pacific bases are falling apart
Mold, asbestos and crumbling walls are only some of the issues plaguing the U.S. military's Pacific bases, a government watchdog found.
Navy restricts process for anonymously reporting harassment and discrimination
Service members anonymously reporting incidents of harassment will no longer have them processed as a Military Equal Opportunity complaint.
USS Thomas Hudner returns home from Operation Epic Fury, Southern Spear deployments
The USS Thomas Hudner launched Tomahawk land attack missiles during Operation Epic Fury and helped efforts to target alleged drug vessels in the Caribbean.
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Navy bringing free concerts to 50 installations
The Navy is bringing free live entertainment to 50 installations, including performances from Teddy Swims and Shaquille O’Neal.
South Carolina base renamed to Joint Base Lindsey Graham
Joint Base Charleston's new name was unveiled in a Monday ceremony honoring the late Senator Lindsey Graham.
Veterans unemployment stable despite job market cratering in July, report shows
A volatile month of July saw employers shed 23,000 jobs and lay off another 153,000, but the unemployment rate for veterans appeared to stabilize.
CMP approved to sell more than 100,000 surplus M14 rifles
Although it has been out of service for nearly 60 years, this will be the first time the historic rifle is sold as a surplus weapon.
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Their military careers were cut short in combat. Now they’re fighting Congress for their full benefits.
Combat-injured veterans argue they shouldn’t be penalized after war injuries cut their careers short, but the cost could reach $78 billion.
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Companies will be able to request access to test drones and other tech in a military environment in a bid to hasten development.
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TSA stops Alabama traveler for Civil War-era cannonballs in luggage
An Alabama traveler was stopped recently by TSA after checking luggage containing five Civil War-era cannonballs. Roll Tide.
Sailor reportedly finds dead rat in finished energy drink
The sailor said medical personnel informed him, “with the chemicals that are in Monster, that it should be OK.”
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That time the Air Force proposed making a ‘gay bomb’
The Air Force once explored the idea of a chemical weapon that would make enemy soldiers sexually irresistible to one another — striking a blow to morale.
Master Chief actor condemns use of character in White House’s Iran war hype video
“I demand that the producers of this disgusting and juvenile war porn remove my voice immediately,” Steve Downes wrote in a post on X.
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Florida Guard deploys to aid Idalia victims, Georgia, SC forces ready
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday fully activated 5,500 Florida National Guardsmen.
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Suicide prevention campaign urges vets to ‘be the one’ who reaches out
American Legion officials hope new partnerships and more focused discussions will amplify their campaign.
White House looks to get vets, military spouses into health-care jobs
A Biden administration task force has already worked to ease veterans' entry into trucking and cybersecurity jobs.
Former Army linebacker makes Minnesota Vikings opening day roster
Carter was at at one time projected to become one of the highest-drafted Black Knights.
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Cheers, Marines! There’s a craft crayon beer
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Russia says Ukraine drone attack reaches deep into its territory
Ukraine sent waves of drones deep into western Russia in nighttime attacks that lasted more than four hours and struck military assets.
Sentencing delayed for Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio
Former Proud Boys national leader Enrique Tarrio’s sentencing for orchestrating the group’s attack on the U.S. Capitol has been delayed until Sept. 5.
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