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Review says Abbey Gate bombing wasn’t preventable
A new review says the suicide bombing at the Kabul airport that killed U.S. troops and Afghans in August 2021 was not preventable.
DOD watchdog report warns of issues across military health care system
A lack of timely access to military health care plagues each of the services, according to a new Pentagon inspector general report.
Navy opening more subs to women as new female officers double
The Navy will open more submarine crews to women in the coming years.
Marines embrace young honorary Marine with cancer ‘as one of our own’
Although Jack Lowe was in pain, he remained standing during the ceremony, even raising his right hand from his walker to recite his oath.
How Marines became known as ‘Jarheads’
Being a Jarhead is a source of pride for Marines.
By Sarah Sicard
Vets more likely than civilians to own home, experience homelessness
New research highlights the disparity among veterans who succeed after leaving the military and those who struggle.
Marine vet marking Beirut attack anniversary with another 273-mile walk
Oct. 23 will mark the milestone 40th anniversary of the suicide bombing that killed 241 U.S. service members stationed in the Lebanese capital.
Advocates implore Congress to remain focused on aiding Afghan allies
Supporters still see a path late this year to passing critical immigration reforms which would help Afghan allies.
This Marine is taking challenge coins to new heights, crayons included
It’s both a challenge coin and a fun way to crack open a cold one.
By Sarah Sicard
Pentagon orders new interviews on deadly 2021 Afghan airport attack
The interviews are meant to see if service members who were not included in the original investigation, have new or different information.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Cheers, Marines! There’s a craft crayon beer
“Not as waxy as I’d expected, considering it’s drinking crayons.”
By Sarah Sicard