Veteran Jobs
Save- Your New Year’s Goal: Focus on Personal Brandon December 9, 2024 at 8:18 pm
Wherever you are in your military separation plans, now is the time to turn your attention to how your personal brand will support your transition and future career.
- Project Manager Jobs: 13 Signs You Don’t Need a PMP Certificationby Jacey Eckhart on December 5, 2024 at 8:14 pm
Earning a PMP certification and passing the test is not easy. How do you know if earning your Project Management Professional certification (PMP) is really worth your time and effort during military transition?
- 8 High-Powered Jobs for Leaders After the Militaryby Jacey Eckhart on November 25, 2024 at 5:53 pm
The fact is that the leadership gene that steered you into the military and kept you here so long is one of your best, most marketable traits.
- 20 Questions for Deciding Whether to Take the Jobby Lida Citroen on November 22, 2024 at 9:00 pm
Your application was submitted, the interviews are over and you just got the formal, written job offer. Before you accept, though, take some time to consider whether the company, job and offer are right for you.
- Top 25 Veteran Employers for 2025by Jacey Eckhart on November 15, 2024 at 9:33 pm
These companies not only want to hire veterans, transitioning military and military spouses, but they also want to offer opportunities to develop their employees.
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Benefits Benefits
- How Navy SEAL-Doctor-Astronaut Jonny Kim Used ‘Generous’ Military Benefits to Help His Career Take Offon December 9, 2024 at 10:05 pm
Navy Lt. Cmdr. Jonny Kim, now a NASA astronaut, wants people to know “how generous” military benefits are, “how much they do help, and how important they are.”
- What You Should Know About Your Dental Benefits During Open-Season Enrollmentby Military.com Branded Content Team on October 29, 2024 at 2:24 pm
Once a year, retired uniformed service members and federal employees have a window during which they can enroll in or change their dental plan.
- This Dental Nonprofit Will Fix Veterans’ Teeth for Freeby Stephen Ruiz on September 10, 2024 at 4:50 pm
Since 2008, nearly 900 veterans and their spouses have had their oral issues through the efforts of Cheng and then E4V.
- The Next Deadline for Backdated PACT Act Payments Is Coming Soon. Here’s What You Need to Knowby Amanda Miller on June 5, 2024 at 6:15 pm
Those vets or family members who hadn’t yet filed a PACT Act claim but instead declared their “intent to file” a claim ahead of last summer’s deadline locked in the earliest possible effective date for their benefits.
- VA Fertility Benefits for Military Veteransby Amanda Miller on May 13, 2024 at 4:20 pm
More VA beneficiaries became eligible for fertility treatments in 2024. Here’s who qualifies and what to expect.
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- Female Teens Don’t See Themselves in the US Military. Here’s Why, According to Pentagon Surveys.by Patricia Kime on December 10, 2024 at 10:04 pm
Surveys find that just 21% of American females ages 16 to 21 were qualified to serve in the U.S. military compared with 25% of American males, and females also had a lower propensity to join.
- Proposed Expansion of IVF Coverage for Troops Scuttled from Compromise Defense Billby Rebecca Kheel on December 10, 2024 at 9:20 pm
An expansion of coverage for fertility treatments for service members was left out of a compromise defense bill despite previous support in both chambers of Congress.
- Congress Shaves Beard Pilot Program for Air Force, Space Force from Must-Pass Defense Legislationby Thomas Novelly on December 10, 2024 at 9:06 pm
Congress has decided to pass on ordering the Department of the Air Force to establish a pilot program examining whether airmen and Guardians should grow beards, one of the most highly requested policy changes within the ranks.
- US Says It Will Support New Syrian Leaders Who Protect Women and Renounce Terrorismby Matthew Lee, Aamer Madhani and Zeke Miller on December 10, 2024 at 9:00 pm
The Biden administration says the United States will recognize and support a new Syrian government that renounces terrorism, destroys chemical weapons stocks and protects the rights of minorities and women.
- Navy, Marines Team Up with University of Hawaii on Resource Managementby Victoria Budiono on December 10, 2024 at 8:39 pm
The University of Hawaii and the Department of the Navy have signed an unprecedented 10-year agreement aimed at safeguarding natural and cultural resources on Navy and Marine Corps installations in the state.
Army Army
- Who Wore It Best: A Brief History of the Army-Navy Game Special Uniformson December 10, 2024 at 10:25 pm
Nearly every year since 2008, the Army Black Knights and Navy Midshipmen have arrived at their annual rivalry game wearing a new, different uniform than the classics they wear during the regular season.
- Maine Senator Introduces Bill to Study Low-Level Blast Injuries on Military Personnelby Joe Lawlor on December 10, 2024 at 8:17 pm
U.S. Sen. Angus King (I-Maine) unveiled a bill on Tuesday that would study the impact of “repetitive low-level blast injuries” on the military and how they could impact brain health.
- Army Secretary Fires 4-Star General Who Meddled in Promotion of Unfit Subordinateby Steve Beynon on December 10, 2024 at 6:44 pm
Army Secretary Christine Wormuth — in a dramatic and rare move — on Tuesday fired one of the service’s top generals following an Army inspector general investigation that concluded he improperly intervened in the process for selecting senior commanders.
- NJ Military Base Had 11 ‘Confirmed’ Mystery Drone Sightings, Army Saysby Tina Kelley on December 10, 2024 at 2:09 pm
Picatinny Arsenal, the Army facility in Morris County, has had 11 confirmed sightings of unauthorized drones flying over in its airspace in recent weeks, military officials said.
- Boeing Lays Off Another 400 Workers in Second Round of Cutsby Lauren Rosenblatt on December 9, 2024 at 10:16 pm
The layoffs are part of sweeping job cuts at Boeing, which said in October it planned to reduce its workforce by 10%, or roughly 17,000 people in the coming months.
Navy Navy
- Who Wore It Best: A Brief History of the Army-Navy Game Special Uniformson December 10, 2024 at 10:25 pm
Nearly every year since 2008, the Army Black Knights and Navy Midshipmen have arrived at their annual rivalry game wearing a new, different uniform than the classics they wear during the regular season.
- Navy, Marines Team Up with University of Hawaii on Resource Managementby Victoria Budiono on December 10, 2024 at 8:39 pm
The University of Hawaii and the Department of the Navy have signed an unprecedented 10-year agreement aimed at safeguarding natural and cultural resources on Navy and Marine Corps installations in the state.
- Maine Senator Introduces Bill to Study Low-Level Blast Injuries on Military Personnelby Joe Lawlor on December 10, 2024 at 8:17 pm
U.S. Sen. Angus King (I-Maine) unveiled a bill on Tuesday that would study the impact of “repetitive low-level blast injuries” on the military and how they could impact brain health.
- Elon Musk Wants to ‘Stop’ Federal Spending for Lockheed Martin’s F-35. Could That Happen?by Eleanor Dearman on December 10, 2024 at 8:02 pm
Elon Musk, a billionaire with Texas ties and President-elect Donald Trump’s ear, wants to cut federal funding for Lockheed Martin’s F-35, but eliminating the program may be easier said than done.
- Navy Overhaul of Exceptional Family Member Program Raises Concerns over Ditching Categoriesby Konstantin Toropin on December 10, 2024 at 6:28 pm
Months after sending a letter to families forecasting the change, the Navy has formally announced the revamp of its Exceptional Family Member Program by removing the categories that were a key aspect of the program and instead moving to an “individualized approach for case management,” according to a Navy message released Monday.
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- Congress Shaves Beard Pilot Program for Air Force, Space Force from Must-Pass Defense Legislationon December 10, 2024 at 9:06 pm
Congress has decided to pass on ordering the Department of the Air Force to establish a pilot program examining whether airmen and Guardians should grow beards, one of the most highly requested policy changes within the ranks.
- Maine Senator Introduces Bill to Study Low-Level Blast Injuries on Military Personnelby Joe Lawlor on December 10, 2024 at 8:17 pm
U.S. Sen. Angus King (I-Maine) unveiled a bill on Tuesday that would study the impact of “repetitive low-level blast injuries” on the military and how they could impact brain health.
- Elon Musk Wants to ‘Stop’ Federal Spending for Lockheed Martin’s F-35. Could That Happen?by Eleanor Dearman on December 10, 2024 at 8:02 pm
Elon Musk, a billionaire with Texas ties and President-elect Donald Trump’s ear, wants to cut federal funding for Lockheed Martin’s F-35, but eliminating the program may be easier said than done.
- Boeing Lays Off Another 400 Workers in Second Round of Cutsby Lauren Rosenblatt on December 9, 2024 at 10:16 pm
The layoffs are part of sweeping job cuts at Boeing, which said in October it planned to reduce its workforce by 10%, or roughly 17,000 people in the coming months.
- Air National Guard Units Set to Transfer to Space Force Under Defense Bill Despite States’ Oppositionby Thomas Novelly on December 9, 2024 at 9:57 pm
Nearly 600 Air National Guardsmen who focus on space missions would be transferred to the Space Force against the wishes of every governor in the country under Congress’ newly unveiled annual defense bill that could soon be signed into law.
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- Navy, Marines Team Up with University of Hawaii on Resource Managementby Victoria Budiono on December 10, 2024 at 8:39 pm
The University of Hawaii and the Department of the Navy have signed an unprecedented 10-year agreement aimed at safeguarding natural and cultural resources on Navy and Marine Corps installations in the state.
- Maine Senator Introduces Bill to Study Low-Level Blast Injuries on Military Personnelby Joe Lawlor on December 10, 2024 at 8:17 pm
U.S. Sen. Angus King (I-Maine) unveiled a bill on Tuesday that would study the impact of “repetitive low-level blast injuries” on the military and how they could impact brain health.
- Elon Musk Wants to ‘Stop’ Federal Spending for Lockheed Martin’s F-35. Could That Happen?by Eleanor Dearman on December 10, 2024 at 8:02 pm
Elon Musk, a billionaire with Texas ties and President-elect Donald Trump’s ear, wants to cut federal funding for Lockheed Martin’s F-35, but eliminating the program may be easier said than done.
- US Believes Marine Veteran Austin Tice Is Alive After Disappearing in Syria in 2012by Eric Tucker, Aamer Madhani on December 10, 2024 at 2:36 pm
President Joe Biden said the U.S. government believes missing American journalist Austin Tice, who disappeared 12 years ago near the Syrian capital, is alive and that Washington is committed to bringing him home after Bashar Assad’s ouster from power in Damascus.
- Air Force Osprey Parts Failure Triggers Another Military-Wide Flight Pause for Troubled Aircraftby Thomas Novelly, Konstantin Toropin on December 9, 2024 at 6:27 pm
The Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps have all paused Osprey operations following another parts failure, this time with the Air Force’s version of the aircraft during a training mission in New Mexico last month.
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- Maine Senator Introduces Bill to Study Low-Level Blast Injuries on Military Personnelon December 10, 2024 at 8:17 pm
U.S. Sen. Angus King (I-Maine) unveiled a bill on Tuesday that would study the impact of “repetitive low-level blast injuries” on the military and how they could impact brain health.
- Coast Guard’s Newest Icebreaker to Honor Storis, the Historic Cutter Known for 6 Decades of Serviceon December 9, 2024 at 9:10 pm
An amateur photographer and ship buff took photos of the commercial icebreaker Aiviq last week sporting a coat of Coast Guard icebreaker red paint, “21” on the port side and the name “Storis” on the stern.
- After Coast Guard Stops Boat with Migrants, California Mayor Criticizes Immigration Policyby Erika I. Ritchie on December 5, 2024 at 6:35 pm
The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Narwhal, which is homeported in Newport Harbor, noticed around 7 p.m. on Nov. 14 a 34-foot vessel just a mile offshore acting “suspiciously” and sent out a patrol boat to investigate, authorities said.
- The Coast Guard Suspends Its Search for the Crew of a Capsized Fishing Boat in the Gulf of Alaskaby Mark Thiessen on December 3, 2024 at 7:44 pm
The Coast Guard has suspended its search for five crew members of a fishing boat that reportedly capsized in southeast Alaska over the weekend.
- Does the Military Need Social Media Influencers?by Jennifer Barnhill on November 26, 2024 at 4:35 pm
New military influencers are popping up daily talking about military life — the good, the bad and the ugly.
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- Female Teens Don’t See Themselves in the US Military. Here’s Why, According to Pentagon Surveys.on December 10, 2024 at 10:04 pm
Surveys find that just 21% of American females ages 16 to 21 were qualified to serve in the U.S. military compared with 25% of American males, and females also had a lower propensity to join.
- ‘We Saw the Opportunity’: Pentagon Says Syria Strikes Were Possible After Assad and Russia Leftby Konstantin Toropin on December 9, 2024 at 10:28 pm
Pentagon officials say that the massive strikes against more than 75 Islamic State terrorist group targets in Syria over the weekend were the result of an opportunity created by the withdrawal of Russian forces amid the collapse of the regime of Bashar Assad.
- Health Care for Transgender Military Kids Could Be Banned by Must-Pass Defense Billby Rebecca Kheel on December 9, 2024 at 7:48 pm
Transgender children of service members could lose access to gender-affirming health care through the military health system under the annual defense bill Congress is expected to approve this month.
- Assad’s Fall in Syria Is a ‘Fundamental Act of Justice,’ But Also ‘a Moment of Risk,’ Biden Saysby WILL WEISSERT on December 8, 2024 at 10:04 pm
The U.S has about 900 troops in Syria and Biden said he intends for those troops to remain, adding that U.S. forces on Sunday conducted “precision air strikes” on IS camps in Syria.
- Military Leaders Are Rattled by a List of ‘Woke’ Officers That a Group Urges Hegseth to Fireby TARA COPP and LOLITA C. BALDOR on December 8, 2024 at 2:47 pm
The list compiled by the American Accountability Foundation includes 20 general officers or senior admirals and a disproportionate number of female officers.
Help for Vets Families
- Military Child Care Feeson April 5, 2024 at 6:13 pm
These are the Defense Department’s child-care fees for 2024-2025.
- Military Spouses Get Exclusive Help to Start and Run Their Businessesby Jim Absher on July 9, 2021 at 9:54 pm
Free training programs and counseling, plus exclusive access to cash for start-up and emergency loans, is available
- How Much Does It Cost to Have a Baby on Tricare?by Rebecca Alwine on June 10, 2021 at 10:55 am
Tricare can be tricky to figure out, so here’s what you need to know about what it costs to have a baby while on the insurance.
- Caregivers for Veterans Can Get Phone Support from the VAby Jim Absher on November 19, 2019 at 8:46 pm
Being a caregiver isn’t for wimps. The VA offers help.
- Does My College Student Still Have Tricare?on July 9, 2018 at 3:29 pm
Does a military dependent who is in college part time still qualify for Tricare under his or her parents?
Financial Help For Vets
- Your Year-End Financial Action Plan, Part 2: Stay Ahead of the Tax Manon December 6, 2024 at 7:27 pm
By proactively managing your taxes at the end of the year, you can avoid surprises and ensure that your finances are in top shape heading into the new year.
- 4 Steps to Maximize Your Holiday Budgetby JJ Montanaro on December 6, 2024 at 5:37 pm
By planning ahead and sticking to these four tactics, you can enjoy the spirit of the holidays without the stress of overspending.
- Your Year-End Financial Action Plan, Part I: Setting the Stageby JJ Montanaro on December 4, 2024 at 4:31 pm
A year-end financial review, when done right, acts as a recalibration for the goals that matter most to you and your family.
- Should You Borrow from Your TSP Account?by Kate Horrell on December 3, 2024 at 9:13 pm
Financial experts don’t recommend taking out loans against retirement accounts such as the military’s Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), but if you’re stuck in a financial emergency, it might be your best choice.
- Why Thanksgiving Is the Perfect Time for Important Financial Conversations in Your Military Familyby JJ Montanaro on November 21, 2024 at 3:23 pm
In military families, where change is constant and the future is sometimes uncertain, Thanksgiving offers a rare and valuable opportunity to have critical financial conversations.
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- How Military Spouses Can Learn Good Financial Habits, Pass Them Down to Kidsby Jackie Toops on March 18, 2021 at 1:24 pm
Family finances are a topic not often discussed around the dinner table. But there are several reasons why they should be. We learn through experiences, and our kids can learn through our financial experiences.
- Military Family Desperate for Return of Son’s Ashes After They’re Stolen During Moveby Rebecca Alwine on March 5, 2021 at 7:17 pm
The Bentons suffered an unimaginable loss six years ago, and are now living through another nightmare. Their U-Haul was stolen while they moved across the country and they’re looking for help finding the contents of it.
- Navy Spouse Is Behind a Drive to Mandate a Key Safety Change in Schools, Day Caresby Rebecca Alwine on February 26, 2021 at 2:41 pm
Military spouses are known for their hard work and passion to get things done, so it came as no surprise that Navy spouse Nikki Ja
- Want to Ask a Famous Athlete a Question? Check Out the USO’s MVP Champions Seriesby Rebecca Alwine on February 25, 2021 at 11:39 am
Over the next few weeks, athletes will take center stage as part of the MVP Champions Series. Athletes from many sports and backgrounds are participating, from football player J.J. Watt to Olympic gymnast Laurie Hernandez.
- How One Spouse Opted for a Fellowship to Improve Her Career Optionsby Rebecca Alwine on February 24, 2021 at 1:25 pm
This year’s FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellowship program is open for applications from March 1 to April 19, 2021 — and this navy spouse wants you to consider it.
VA News News and Information from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- College students: Consider a mental health career at VAby justineger on December 10, 2024 at 9:30 pm
VA offers numerous pathways into mental health careers, including scholarship opportunities for college students. Learn more.
- What we learned about suicide prevention this yearby Debra Sage on December 10, 2024 at 7:30 pm
This recap of the VA News articles we published in 2024 shares information about suicide prevention resources.
- Breathe easier: COPD awareness for Veterans by Debra Sage on December 10, 2024 at 3:30 pm
Don’t let COPD hold you back. Reach out today for screenings and support and take control of your lung health.
- Shopping for the real dealby Mike Molina on December 10, 2024 at 2:30 pm
Online shopping scams are the riskiest scam for Veterans, with 77.3% of reports confirmed losing money when targeted by this scam.
- Live Whole Health #251: Making space for breathby Jason Davis on December 9, 2024 at 9:30 pm
Your breath is the most loyal friend you’ve always had. Connect, calm and heal with mindful breathing in this week’s #LiveWholeHealth practice.
VA News News and Information from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- College students: Consider a mental health career at VAby justineger on December 10, 2024 at 9:30 pm
VA offers numerous pathways into mental health careers, including scholarship opportunities for college students. Learn more.
- What we learned about suicide prevention this yearby Debra Sage on December 10, 2024 at 7:30 pm
This recap of the VA News articles we published in 2024 shares information about suicide prevention resources.
- Breathe easier: COPD awareness for Veterans by Debra Sage on December 10, 2024 at 3:30 pm
Don’t let COPD hold you back. Reach out today for screenings and support and take control of your lung health.
- Shopping for the real dealby Mike Molina on December 10, 2024 at 2:30 pm
Online shopping scams are the riskiest scam for Veterans, with 77.3% of reports confirmed losing money when targeted by this scam.
- Live Whole Health #251: Making space for breathby Jason Davis on December 9, 2024 at 9:30 pm
Your breath is the most loyal friend you’ve always had. Connect, calm and heal with mindful breathing in this week’s #LiveWholeHealth practice.
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