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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.
The ‘Genesis’ of today’s recruiting crisis
Leaders blame various factors for the recruiting crisis. But some recruiters on the front lines say one big cause is missing from the conversation.
Need for accession waivers soars amid historic recruiting challenges
At least 1 in every 6 military recruits were given waivers to enter service in fiscal 2022.
VA to pay for all emergency mental health care starting next week
The policy includes costs for care both inside the VA health system and for private-sector emergency visits.
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.
Drone-killing Vampires due in Ukraine next year, Pentagon says
The U.S. is aiming to send Ukraine the “Vampire” counter-drone system by mid-2023, with a contract award expected within months, a Pentagon spokesman said.
By Joe Gould