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How a virtual sanctuary helps bridge mental health gaps for vets
On March 11, Innerworld rolled out across six Veterans Administrations medical centers and Veterans Care Health Systems.

Navy to keep base gyms open 24/7
The Navy is directing base commanders to draft plans to keep MWR fitness facilities open 24/7 so sailors can stay in top shape.

Four more ships deploy to build Gaza humanitarian aid port
The pier to bring aid ashore to Gaza will be operational within 60 days, the Pentagon said.

What troops and families need to know about filing taxes in 2024
Here's the skinny on some rules and resources that can save you money this tax season.

More troops would be eligible for new allowance under DOD proposal
Just 77 military families have qualified for the Basic Needs Allowance, a stipend that can amount to more than $1,000 a month, under the current rules.

VA plans to trim 10,000 jobs this year, mostly from medical sites
The White House's budget request for fiscal 2025 calls for a 2% reduction in the size of the Veterans Affairs workforce next year.

Does blocking this Air Force colonel’s promotion set a precedent?
Sen. Eric Schmitt is holding the promotion of Air Force Col. Ben Jonsson, creating concern that other senators will do the same for future nominations.

Doggone deployment: Navy carriers em-‘bark’ mental health pups
The Navy is testing out a program to embark therapy dogs aboard aircraft carriers and amphibious assault ships.

2025 budget: 4.5% pay raise, shift of troops from active to reserve
The Pentagon is seeking hundreds of millions of dollars for mental health and suicide prevention programs, among others.
