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More military children will soon have access to DOD-operated schools

A new program ends a blanket requirement that families must live on base in order for their children to attend DOD schools.

6 days ago

New Tricare contracts bring health care changes

Beneficiaries can expect easier transfer of medical referrals when they move, among other things, with the new Tricare contracts.

12 days ago

Health Care

Expecting mothers overseas now have doula coverage in Tricare test

Starting Jan. 1, Tricare expanded doula and lactation services to expectant mothers overseas. The services are part of a test that runs through 2026.

Troops to get an average housing allowance boost of over 5% in 2025

The new rates take effect Jan. 1.

6 weeks ago

Eligible veterans get easier access to military bases under new rules

New rules allow veterans and caregivers to enroll for streamlined access to military installations.

2 months ago

Check out these sweet Veterans Day deals

Veterans Day isn't just about the discounts, but these offers of appreciation can help stretch your budget and bring some fun to Nov. 11.

2 months ago

Military families to see slight drop in Tricare dental premiums

Monthly premiums will decrease slightly for the next four months, bringing modest savings for military families

3 months ago

DOD rolls out child care reimbursement test program

Here's how troops might qualify for the new reimbursement of eligible transportation expenses for their child care provider.

3 months ago

Universal pre-K launches for 4-year-olds at 80 DOD schools

Officials credit teachers at Defense Department schools for pushing the growth of pre-K programs.

4 months ago

Military commissaries bringing bigger deals in September

Military grocery stores will offer extra discounts of up to 32% above regular savings.

5 months ago

More dogs allowed: Lufthansa reopens options for some flying to US

At least some dogs will be able to fly with their U.S.-bound owners.

6 months ago

Marine gunny receives medal for saving biker’s life after California crash

Marine applied two tourniquets following a motorcycle rider's collision with a sport utility vehicle.

6 months ago

Marine captains honored for saving a man’s life in the Dallas airport

The two pilots each received the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal.

7 months ago

Breastfeeding troops can recoup cost of shipping milk during PCS moves

A new Pentagon policy allows troops to be reimbursed up to $1,000 to help cover the cost of shipping breast milk back to a baby during military moves.

7 months ago

Six decades later, Marine Vietnam veteran awarded Silver Star

Lance Cpl. Milo Plank Jr.’s actions likely saved the life of a Marine who would receive the Medal of Honor for his heroics in the same battle.

8 months ago

Military spouses can recoup up to $1,000 in business costs after moves

Spouses in most military branches can now apply for reimbursement of business costs related to PCS moves.

8 months ago

US troops honored for seizing 2M pounds of explosives in Middle East

The troops seized, searched and then piloted the vessel on a 17-hour, 530 nautical mile trip.

8 months ago

Which airlines offer key benefits for troops? There’s a chart for that

Does your favorite airline offer free carry-ons and waived cancellation fees for troops?

8 months ago

WWII Marine veteran, 98, receives diploma 2 days before his death

Marine veterans and a school superintendent raced to get Richard Remp, who joined the Marine Corps at 17 to serve in World War II, his high school diploma.

8 months ago

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