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Could a fighter jet software upgrade have saved this pilot’s life?

The Navy has declined to answer questions about a fatal Super Hornet crash, and whether a safety system could have saved the pilot's life.

By Diana Stancy

2 days ago

Members of a platoon of female U.S. Marine Corps recruits gear up before training in hand-to-hand combat at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Thursday, June 29, 2023, in Parris Island, S.C.

Female recruits now shipping equally to MCRDs Parris Island, San Diego

The Marine Corps has hit its goal of assigning women to its boot camps the same way it assigns men.

By Hope Hodge Seck

2 days ago

Lawmakers advance plans to boost veteran caregiver support

Bipartisan legislation passed by the House would improve at-home care options for ailing vets and mandate protections for community care programs.

By Leo Shane III

3 days ago

Lawmakers accuse VA leaders of exaggerating budget shortfall

Congress approved $3 billion in emergency VA funding in September, but officials now say they did not need the money to cover immediate bills.

By Leo Shane III

3 weeks ago

Navy identifies three vessels impacted by faulty shipyard weld work

The bad welds are not on components that would impact ship safety or operations, but the Navy said it is reviewing at least 23 potentially impacted ships.

By Leo Shane III and Geoff Ziezulewicz

7 weeks ago

VA leaders in New York accused of delaying critical medical visits

In one case, a veteran with esophageal cancer had radiation therapy incorrectly denied for several months before dying from the illness.

By Leo Shane III

8 weeks ago