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Advocates push for Congress to move long-stalled vets benefits fix
The Major Richard Star Act has wide support among lawmakers but has been stalled in Congress for nearly a year.
Navy unveils E-4 through E-6 advancement results
A bunch of petty officers have something extra to be thankful for this Thanksgiving.
By Diana Stancy
Pentagon raises cap on military medical malpractice claims
Changes would increase the amount of compensation troops can receive.
US forces fly in much-needed aid to Libya after major floods
The Air Force’s 86th Airlift Wing flew a C-130 airlift mission to bring 13 metric tons of supplies to flood-stricken Libya.
By Zamone Perez
Cover-up of Coast Guard sex abuse cases prompts Senate inquiry
More than 40 leaders may have escaped punishment for misconduct after senior officials ignored reports of problems.
Senators press Pentagon on new medical system’s recruiting impact
A letter to the Defense Department Wednesday seeks answers on how the Genesis military health system, and the need for more waivers, affects recruiting.
4-foot-7-inch Marine says peers in boot camp ‘kind of looked up to’ him
Is Pfc. Nathaniel Laprade the shortest service member of all time? It’s hard to say for sure.
Navy releases E-7 selection results
The advancement opportunity increased this year to 31%, up from 27% last year.
By Diana Stancy
Lightning struck three Growler jets over Japan on the same day
No aviators were injured in the mishap, the Navy said.
Measure to boost pay for some injured vets moves ahead
Passing the Major Richard Star Act has been a priority for veterans advocates this year.
Sailors who sign up for 3-year journeyman sea tours to get bonus pay
Benefits include incentive bonuses ranging from $200 to $800 a month.
By Diana Stancy