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Tricare fails pregnant service members. Here’s how to fix it.
"Right of first refusal" waivers should be accessible and available without question to any woman in service, an Air Force major argues.
By Maj. Amanda Rebhi
New military simulations for shooting, trench war, drones unveiled
The shooting system could replace the 1980s-era MILES system.
By Todd South
Telehealth could strengthen military’s mental health care, report says
The report cautions the Pentagon to get telehealth implementation right if they want to make it as effective as in-person care.
TRICARE won’t cover over-the-counter birth control pill
A new pill could ease access to birth control for troops and dependents.
Russia and Ukraine trade drone attacks
The Ukrainian intelligence agency also claimed it had destroyed a key Russian S-400 surface-to-air missile defense system in occupied Crimea.
By Susie Blann, Associated Press
Blended Retirement System is helping troops prepare for their future
Five years into the new Blended Retirement System, troops' retirement stashes are growing.
By Karen Jowers
This week in Congress: More scrutiny for troubled vets records program
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of April 24, 2023.
Ukraine awaits US missile system after latest Russian strike
A Ukrainian air force spokesperson said that a Patriot air defense system promised by the U.S. was expected to arrive sometime after Easter.
Oracle exec: VA health records overhaul is only real option for vets
The company behind VA's controversial health records project insists the work can still be finished in a way that benefits veterans and taxpayers.
Army green lights an advanced version of its ‘mixed reality’ goggle
Earlier versions are shipping to soldiers this year as Microsoft develops the 1.2 version for later fielding.
By Todd South
Close combat ‘mixed reality’ goggle fielding in 2023
Two versions roll out in 2023 with an advanced version coming in 2025.
By Todd South