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VA-sponsored psychedelics studies get green light in FY24 budget
There are currently eight psychedelic therapy trials taking place across the country through the VA.
By Zamone Perez
Pentagon to install rooftop solar panels as part of clean energy plan
The Pentagon is one of 31 government sites receiving grants as part of a Biden administration plan to promote energy conservation and clean energy.
US to announce fresh weapons aid for Ukraine as Congress is stalled
The latest weapons package will be provided through presidential drawdown authority, or PDA, which pulls weapons from existing U.S. stockpiles.
By Lolita C. Baldor
US, allies in talks on naval task force to protect shipping in Red Sea
After three vessels were struck by missiles, the White House said the U.S. may establish a naval task force to escort commercial ships in the Red Sea.
By Zeke Miller, The Associated Press
VA workers face more mandatory overtime amid record claims processing
The backlog of overdue disability claims is expected to keep rising over the next year.
Federal aid to veteran-owned small businesses grew in FY23
The number of veterans receiving aid to start their own companies has risen significantly over the last three years.
Biden seeks better military relations with China when he meets with Xi
The plan is to revive the regular talks under the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement, used to improve safety in the air and sea.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Troops’ personal data can be purchased for pennies, researchers find
Researchers were able to buy the personal information of thousands of service members, veterans and their families.
Russian drone debris downs power lines near Ukraine nuclear plant
Russia “is likely trying to expand and diversify its arsenal of drones," according to the Institute for the Study of War, a Washington think tank.
By Hanna Arhirova
Ukraine uses US-provided ATACMS against Russian forces for first time
While some versions of the missiles can go as far as about 180 miles, the ones sent to Ukraine have a shorter range and carry cluster munitions.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Biden vows US resolve to back Israel as USS Ford enters region
The White House confirmed it has already begun delivering critically needed munitions and military equipment to Israel.
By Aamer Madhani and Tara Copp