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Lawmakers press for more outside help in stopping veteran suicides
Some want to expand a $174 million grant program which funds suicide prevention efforts run by community groups.
On NATO’s eastern flank, this soldier rose to the challenge
Master Sgt. Justin Bolin, Military Times' 2023 Soldier of the Year, played a major role in the Army's response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
By Davis Winkie
Defense bill targets religious freedom group for its advocacy work
The Military Religious Freedom Foundation has frequently fought with Christian groups about the role of religion in the ranks.
$100M pledge to vets group is money ‘owed’ to them, Newmark says
Craig Newmark hopes his generosity will draw more attention to the challenges facing troops and their families.
Body of Marine vet who went missing in Ukraine in 2022 returns home
More than a year after retired Marine Capt. Grady disappeared in southern Ukraine, his remains will be flown home on Friday.
Hyper-enabling special ops will transform missions
New tech for language and text translation, as well as secure data transfer, gives operators an edge.
By Todd South
New guns means new bullets, suppressors and tech for special ops
And why not throw in some new explosives, too.
By Todd South
Driverless boats, enduring sensors on the special ops maritime menu
Sensors that can run for weeks or month are on the wish list.
By Todd South
White House pledges caregiver support, but VA program’s future unclear
Family members have been waiting more than a year for the VA to finish reviewing caregiver benefits and support.
Republicans aim at Pentagon civilian workforce to curb spending
In an exclusive interview with Defense News, Ken Calvert previews areas where House Republicans believe they can trim defense spending.
Veteran caregiver kids: America wants to hear your story
Hidden Helpers Coalition is shining a light on the experiences of children who are helping care for wounded veterans.
By Karen Jowers