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House passes billions in aid for Ukraine, Israel — next is the Senate
The House has approved a $95 billion package of foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies after months of turmoil on Capitol Hill.
Calls to veterans suicide hotline spiked over New Year’s holiday
Compared to the New Year’s Eve 2021 and New Year’s Day 2022, the call volume each day was up almost 30%.
How the ‘Rad Lab’ helped avert nuclear war
Technology built in the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory changed history.
By Todd South
Outage affects 988 suicide prevention hotline, VA offers alternatives
Veterans who are looking to reach the helpline can call the Veterans Crisis Line directly at 877-267-6030.
VA suicide prevention efforts need more focus on gun safety training
The VA Inspector General found problems with gun safety training completion and follow-through.
Austin visits Hawaii amid military families’ distrust after fuel spill
Austin visited the Red Hill fuel storage site, and met with several families affected by the fuel spill and Hawaii state officials.
VA defends suicide prevention data, says problem is improving
About 17 veterans die by suicide each day, according to the latest department data.
Veterans suicide rate may be double federal estimates, study suggests
Researchers found problems with how military status is recorded and how drug overdoses are classified.
Military families sickened by toxic Hawaii water sue US government
The Army, Navy, Air Force family members "rightly fear this is only the beginning" of medical problems, lawsuit alleges.
By Karen Jowers
Lawmakers push for review of military response to Hawaii water crisis
Service members and families don't think the military's response to the Hawaii water crisis has been adequate.
By Karen Jowers