Planned DEERS outage could affect Tricare beneficiaries, DOD says
During the outage, pharmacies and healthcare providers may not be able to check a patient’s Tricare eligibility, officials said.
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Nearly 500,000 veterans to get 3-month break from paying life insurance premiums
Just in time for the holidays, veterans won't have to pay Veterans’ Group Life Insurance premiums for three months.
Marine acquitted of manslaughter, negligent homicide in fatal rollover
Lance Cpl. Luis Ponce-Barrera was found not guilty on all counts in a fatal 7-ton truck rollover.
Lawmakers urge harsh punishment for national security leaks
The guardsman accused of posting the classified material online faces the possibility of decades in prison.
Airman in Pentagon intel leak charged
Airman 1st Class Jack Teixeira will remain in federal custody until a hearing next week.
Russia’s Pacific Fleet put on high alert for snap drills
The entire Russian Pacific Fleet has been put on high alert for snap drills that will involve practice missile launches.
China defense minister to meet Russian counterpart in Moscow
Chinese Defense Minister Gen. Li Shangfu will visit Russia next week to meet counterpart Sergei Shoigu, China's Defense Ministry said.
Populist Iraq cleric al-Sadr suspends movement, citing corruption
Iraqi Shiite cleric and political leader Muqtada al-Sadr says he will suspend his movement for one year, citing “corruption” among some followers.
North Korea says it tested new solid-fuel long-range missile
North Korea says it successfully test-launched a new intercontinental ballistic missile powered by solid propellants.
Ex-military doc fights Irish mob in upcoming hostage thriller ‘Mercy’
The movie stars Jon Voight's incredible Irish accent.
Deputy defense secretary to troops: Don’t share classified information
A memo reminding the force of their classified information responsibilities was sent out Wednesday by Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks.
