Defense
Why Combat Veterans Are Turning to Oxygen Therapy for PTSD
The unapproved and, to some, unproven treatment is attracting many PTSD patients for whom other treatments have failed.
Defense
Americans are Disturbingly ‘Ill-Informed and Naive’ on China, Navy’s Intel Chief Says
Recent balloon incident brought some attention to the possible threat, but not enough, says Rear Adm. Michael Studeman.
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‘We Didn’t Have the Ships’ to Send ‘Best Option’ to Help Earthquake Victims, Commandant Says
Incident comes a year after maintenance problems delayed the 22nd MEU’s deployment to Europe.
Defense
White House Launches Effort to Examine Policy Choices for Shooting Down UFOs
NORTHCOM has changed radar settings to get “better fidelity on seeing slower objects,” general says.
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US Shoots Down ‘Objects’ Off Alaska Coast, Over Canada, Lake Huron
White House was worried object on Friday posed “potential hazard to civilian air traffic.”
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China’s Balloon May Have Taught Pentagon More Than Beijing Learned From It, General Says
Still, NORAD’s chief says the U.S. military took “precautions,” including “non-kinetic effects.”
Defense
Tougher Cybersecurity Rules May Be More than a Year Away—But Don’t Wait to Get Ready
Contractors should prepare for independent checks on their data systems, and maybe more reporting requirements as well.
Defense
New Pentagon Rules Keep Many Military Court Records Secret
Despite a 2016 law requiring transparency, the Defense Department is limiting public access to court records in the military justice system. A recent ProPublica lawsuit appears to have spurred the new Pentagon guidance.
Defense
New Institute Will Study How the Defense Department Manages Itself
To “compete on a global stage,” DOD must get a handle on its management practices, Deputy Defense Secretary says.
Defense
Want More Innovation? Get Out of Your Office and Talk to People
Advice from a former leader of the U.S. Army’s Rapid Equipping Force.
Defense
The Military Must Recruit More Women, Immigrants for the Future Force, Experts Say
At symposium on building the all-volunteer force of 2040, panelists push back on criticism of diversity initiatives.
Defense
When May a Robot Kill? New Pentagon Policy Tries to Clarify
An updated policy tweaks wording in a bid to dispel confusion.
Defense
Left in Limbo, a Handful of Biden’s Defense Picks Await Senate Action
Four nominees—all people of color—received committee approval months ago but have yet to get a Senate vote.
Defense
Homelessness Among Veterans Has Been Cut in Half since 2010, VA Says
In Texas, the number of homeless veterans has dropped 65% between 2007 and 2020, according to the National Alliance to End Homelessness.
Defense
CEOs Downplay Anticipated Gridlock on Capitol Hill, Defense Spending Cuts
Lockheed, Raytheon chiefs also say pandemic-era supply-chain woes are subsiding.
Defense
Defense Industry Decries Possible GOP-led Spending Cuts
AIA letter begs lawmakers to avoid another sequestration deal.
Defense
Army Special Operators Seek to Reduce Suicide with ‘Bottom-Led’ Approach
Units have been ordered to develop anti-suicide efforts based on the USASOC's new strategy.
Defense
UFO Sightings By US Troops Surge
Intelligence officials cite recent efforts to reduce the stigma of reporting odd aerial phenomena. Many cases remain unexplained.
Defense
Lawmakers Slam Colleagues’ Talk of 2024 Defense Cuts
Still, Rep. Jordan insists “everything” is on the table.
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Defense
Pentagon Rescinds COVID-Vaccine Mandate
The move was required by the 2023 defense policy bill. Troops who were ejected for refusing the vaccine may petition for a change in their discharge status.
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