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An enduring symbol: why troops keep naming things after reptiles

From cobras to gators, reptilian mascots and call signs appear on patches, aircraft and unit logos across every branch. Why?

By Clay Beyersdorfer

5 days ago

Advocates lobby for new approaches to preventing veteran suicides

The Veteran Alliance for Legislative Outreach and Reform wants more research into psychedelic-assisted therapy and other unconventional treatments.

By Leo Shane III

7 weeks ago

Pentagon jobs cuts delay plans to expand assault, suicide prevention

Defense Department personnel cuts will delay plans to hire at least 1,000 more civilians for prevention work within the military, officials said.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

6 months ago

VA secretary emphasizes reforms, accountability for federal workforce

In his first public address to a veterans group, Doug Collins outlined plans to broaden VA benefits and cut back bureaucracy.

By Leo Shane III

8 months ago

VA benefits won’t be halted under White House funding freeze order

White House officials said VA financial assistance programs do not violate rules banning diversity and inclusion efforts.

By Leo Shane III

9 months ago

Suicides among veterans remain unchanged despite federal focus

The figures are the latest available from federal census data and suggest limited progress on the issue of suicide prevention by Veterans Affairs leaders.

By Leo Shane III

10 months ago