U.S. Military Struggling With Recruitment
The Navy met its target goal and so did the Air Force, although with fewer additional recruits than in previous years. Meanwhile, the Army fell short.
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First Lady Hosts Veterans Day Breakfast, Supports Caregivers
She introduced the Hidden Helpers Coalition, which is meant to help young people who act as caregivers who live with wounded service members or vets.
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Tally Of Homeless Veterans Fell 11%, Biggest Drop In 5 Years
There were 33,136 homeless veterans in January of this year, compared with 37,252 in 2020, according to the Point-in-Time count.
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On Board With The U.S. Coast Guard: Surveilling The Sea For Migrants
Crossing land isn't the only way migrants are finding their way into the U.S. Many Haitian and Cuban migrants make the difficult journey on the ocean.
Sikh Air Force Cadet Explores Religious Identity Woes In U.S. Military
Gursharan Virk is the first Air Force Sikh cadet allowed to wear reflections of faith. His story inspired others to push for religious accommodations.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Rallies To Raise Awareness For Military Hunger
The Department of Defense estimates as many as 24% of military families are food insecure. That’s about 300,000 people, plus their families.
Afghan Couple Accuse U.S. Marine Of Abducting Their Baby
In a federal lawsuit, the Afghan family accuses Joshua and Stephanie Mast of false imprisonment, conspiracy, fraud and assault.
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As Suicides Rise, U.S. Military Seeks To Address Mental Health
Rising suicide rates among active service members have forced the Pentagon to review the military's mental health protocols.
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U.S., South Korea Continue Military Drills In Response To North Korea
The USS Ronald Reagan and South Korean warships resumed training drills, days after North Korea launched a nuclear-capable missile over Japan.
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U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers Assesses Damage After Hurricane Ian
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been using technology to assess the damage left behind and to find objects submerged under water.
U.S. Aircraft Carrier Arrives In South Korea For Joint Military Drills
The South Korean navy said the training is meant to boost the allies' military readiness in response to North Korean nuclear and missile tests.
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U.S. Veteran Shares Message Of Hope After Battling PTSD
Former U.S. Army medic Sergio Alfaro returned from Iraq with the realities of war burned into his mind.
The Struggle And Rising Need For Veterans To Get Mental Health Care
Research shows nearly half of American veterans who need mental health care don't get it.
Reported Sexual Assaults Across U.S. Military Increase 13%
Defense officials have argued that an increase in reported assaults is a positive trend because so many people are reluctant to report it.
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Ukrainian Fighter Pilots, Firing U.S. Missiles, Get Back in the Fight
As the Ukrainian air force plays a role in the Kherson counteroffensive, a UA pilot describes missions and looking ahead to better fighter jets.
A Year After U.S. Pullout, Afghan Interpreters Are Still Stuck
Last year, the U.S. promised to evacuate all military interpreters, but the country's chaotic exit left most of them behind.
Former U.S. Special Forces Wounded Warrior Hunts Land Mines In Ukraine
Ryan Hendrickson, a former U.S. Special Forces warrior, is now saving lives by clearing mines left behind by Russian troops.
Exclusive: FBI Agents In The U.S. Report Symptoms Of Mystery Syndrome
There have been a dozen or more incidents of FBI agents reporting strange brain symptoms on U.S. soil, but investigation remains relatively quiet.
Government Takes Steps To Improve Food Security For Military Families
In recent months, the U.S. government has taken some steps to improve food security for its service members — but there's more to do.
Why Is Military Recruitment Low?
Military recruitment is the lowest it's been in years, due in part to the pandemic creating a lack of opportunities to recruit in schools.
Afghan Women, Trained By U.S. Special Forces, Are Still In Peril
Women who served in Afghanistan’s security forces are one of the most vulnerable groups in Afghanistan a year after the collapse.
U.S. Navy Offers Cash For Tips To Seize Middle Eastern Guns, Drugs
Despite a U.N. arms embargo, Iran has long been arming Yemen's Houthi rebels and the new U.S. Navy program hopes to intercept those shipments.
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Navy Report: Multiple Errors Poisoned Pearl Harbor Water
The report said officials defaulted to assuming the best about what was happening when the spills occurred, instead of assuming the worst.
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How The Military Is Boosting Recruitment Through Video Games
With enlistment dropping, the military is turning to video games to make an impact with young recruits.
Army Guard Troops Risk Dismissal As Vaccine Deadline Looms
Guard leaders say states are doing all they can to encourage soldiers to get vaccinated by the time limit.
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Senate OKs Enhanced Benefits For Vets Exposed To Burn Pits
The military routinely used open burn pits set ablaze with jet fuel to dispose of tires, batteries and medical waste.
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Congressional Bill Will Address Veterans Exposed To Toxic Burn Pits
President Biden mentioned the bill in his Memorial Day remarks, saying we have a duty to do right by service members who died of toxic exposure.
U.S., South Korea Open To Expanded Military Drills To Deter North
President Biden said cooperation between the U.S. and South Korea shows "our readiness to take on all threats together."
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Pop Quiz: How Does The Military Control Its Hollywood Image?
In this segment of "Pop Quiz," Newsy's "In The Loop" dives into the military's relationship and influence with Hollywood movie studios.
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Exclusive: Watchdog Says U.S. Lost Track Of Weapons And Afghan Forces
The 62-page draft reveals the situation on the ground today: Billions of dollars of American weapons lost and Afghan security forces missing.
