Military recruiting off to ‘strong start’ for fiscal 2026, DOD saysOverall, the services met an average of 103% of their active-duty recruiting goals for fiscal 2025, according to the Defense Department.By Karen Jowers8 hours ago
Army, Navy underreported low-scoring recruits, DOD watchdog findsA Pentagon watchdog found that the Army and Navy failed to accurately calculate the number of recruits who scored low on military aptitude tests.By Eve Sampson5 days ago
Lawmakers move to further restrict cellphones in DOD schoolsOverall, cellphone use is not a systemic issue, says DODEA.By Karen Jowers11 days ago
VA told companies they may be breaking law. Most are still in businessVA has told nearly 40 companies to stop charging veterans for assisting with disability benefits claims. The firms insist veterans want their help.By Leah Rosenbaum, The War Horse3 weeks ago
Submarine vets seek recognition, benefits for environmental exposureA group representing the U.S. Navy’s “Silent Service” is pressing for new research on environmental hazards in submarines.By Patricia Kime3 weeks ago
VA extends ‘legacy’ caregiver benefits through 2028 The PCAFC provides health care and monthly stipends to designated caregivers of combat veterans with a severe service-connected injury or illness.By Patricia Kime5 weeks ago