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US Navy ship ‘intruded’ in South China Sea waters, China says
The U.S. Navy said the ship “was conducting routine operations in international waters ... consistent with international law.”
Special duty airmen: Shorter tours will help maintain family balance, career edge
“We’re at 110 percent every single day,” a military training instructor said. “Coming home after 10-plus hours being out in the heat, drilling, marching trainees ... After three years, the burnout is kind of real.”
How our recent Medal of Honor shows a weakness in military power
Without investment and new ways of thinking, our soldiers will neither dominate nor be feared in urban combat, the author of this commentary says.
By John Spencer
Planning to Move This Summer? How a VA Loan Works for You
But if you’ve done the math, you may think you can’t afford a home. The median home value in the United States is $217,600, and prices can go much higher depending on where you’re buying. Fortunately, veterans have a way to avoid the high costs of getting into a home with a Veteran Affairs loan.
Great Powers on Ice: Coast Guard drops Arctic manifesto
The coastal defense service has been lobbying for an increased focus on America’s Arctic territorial waters.
By Kyle Rempfer
Mortgage interest and tax deductions for homeowners
What mortgage interest and tax deductions are available to you and your family? Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a happy homeowner, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with how your mortgage will affect your finances.
Kim Jong Un orders preparations for 2nd Trump meet
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered preparations for a second summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, saying he’ll “wait with patience and in good faith” to work toward a common goal, the North’s state media reported Thursday.
Trump to meet with North Korea’s leader at 2nd summit, White House announces
The two leaders have been at a stalemate over the denuclearization of North Korea.
North Korea’s Kim looking to ‘achieve results’ with Trump in 2nd summit amid nuclear standoff
Kim Jong Un says if things don't improve, North Korea may find "a new way" forward.
Review praises ‘Beyond the Call: Three Women on the Front Lines in Afghanistan’
The Americans profiled — Marine Sgt. Sheena Adams and a pair of Army officers, Maj. Maria Rodriguez and Capt. Johanna Smoke — wanted to make a difference in America’s mission in Afghanistan.
By Jerri Bell, Veterans Writing Project
Second lady: It’s ‘imperative’ to support military spouses
Karen Pence says she wants to elevate military spouses and encourage businesses to hire them.
By Karen Jowers