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How the Marine Corps’ barracks got to be so bad, according to 2 generals
Years of spending more on weapons systems than on quality of life was one reason, the Marine Corps’ budget chief said.
Lawmakers push for better mental health care for new moms
The move is one of several proposals expected in coming months from members of a House panel focused on military quality of life issues.
Army civilian accused of bilking $100 million to fund luxury lifestyle
An Army civilian allegedly stole $100 million in military funds in order to fund a lavish lifestyle.
New life insurance program for disabled vets sees high demand
Veterans can get up to $40,000 in life insruance coverage through the program regardless of their health status.
Military quality of life a key focus of Congress in 2024
A special House panel has been examining the issue for the last year.
Coming soon: Better Wi-Fi for sailors
A pilot program will inform how the Navy goes about expanding Wi-Fi access to the entire fleet.
By Diana Stancy
Pentagon revamps how it prevents, handles collateral damage in strikes
The entire Defense Department has civilian harm reduction marching orders.
Marine base shuts down showers shown covered in black mold in video
In the Instagram video, portions of the ceiling of the Camp Geiger, North Carolina, facility are almost entirely coated in what appears to be black mold.
Air Force to issue protective eyewear as laser pointer incidents surge
The gear aims to limit the potential risk to pilots and other aircrew amid a recent spike in lasing incidents.
Navy stands up sailor quality-of-life reforms in Newport News shipyard
Included in the changes are expanding health-care and Wi-Fi access for sailors, guaranteed off-ship and off-shipyard housing, and better parking.
By Diana Stancy
Why an Army veteran created an app to rate barracks, dining facilities
A new app for mobile devices developed by an Army Reserve veteran this year ranks military barracks and dining facilities on a star system similar to Yelp.
By Rachael Riley, The Fayetteville Observer