Cause of Gulf War Illness May Have Been Found

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[Read More]( [Here’s How Memorial Day Will Be Observed at National and State Veterans Cemeteries]( Smaller, more subdued ceremonies are planned nationwide. [Read More]( [Here's Why Generals Often Get Light Sentences at Courts-Martial, According to Advocates]( The military's problem of "different spanks for different ranks" may be built into the military justice system's sentencing process in addition to stemming from cultural issues, advocates say. [Read More]( [Deal for Sweeping Toxic Exposure Bill Reached in Senate]( The bill could help an estimated 3.5 million veterans who were exposed to burn pits and other airborne hazards while serving to get medical coverage. [Read More]( [Riverside Health is committed to helping veterans transition into rewarding careers that honor their dedication to serving others.]( Riverside offers positions in many fields to include Administrative, Nutrition, Clinical, Information Systems, Leadership and more. Join their team and continue to make a difference in people’s lives. [Read More]( ['Rolling Thunder' Biker Rally Successor Coming to Washington Memorial Day Weekend Featuring Jon Stewart]( The roar of thousands of motorcycles will return to Washington, D.C., over the Memorial Day weekend for a series of events honoring the nation's prisoners of war and missing-in-action. [Read More]( [Congress Bestows Its Highest Honor on WWII Merchant Marines]( While they suffered what was thought to be the highest per capita casualty rate in the war, Merchant Marines did not receive veteran status until 1988. [Read More]( [Free Employment Master Class: Find Defense Contractor Jobs]( [Read More]( [5 Ways to Step Up: Memorial Day Remembrance and Tradition]( How do we make Memorial Day more meaningful and educate civilians about its significance? A retired colonel has some suggestions. [Read More]( [Alaska Enlisted the Help of 'Eskimo Scouts' to Protect Itself During World War II]( The Eskimo Scouts included 27 women, one of them in a combat role, along with an 80-year-old man and a 12-year-old boy. [Read More]( [8 Ways Not to Look Old on the Job]( [Read More]( [Congress Gives VA Watchdog Subpoena Power After Hampered Investigation into West Virginia Murders]( The House on Tuesday night voted 406-6 to approve the Strengthening Oversight for Veterans Act. [Read More]( [Over Half of VA Health Employees Report Not Feeling Supported During Pandemic]( The report also found that less than half of clinical and nonclinical VHA staff were even aware of the agency's emotional support resources. [Read More]( [US Troop Pullout Was Key Factor in Afghan Collapse, Watchdog Says]( A new report says decisions by Presidents Trump and Biden to pull all U.S. troops out of Afghanistan were the key factors in the collapse of that nation’s military, leading to the Taliban takeover. [Read More]( ['Unsettling' Army Recruitment Video Ignites Debate over Its Mysterious Intent]( It’s a stretch to link the U.S. Army to witchery, but that’s happening in response to an eerie video from the 4th Psychological Operations Group-Airborne. [Read More]( [New Army 11th Airborne Division Gets Stand Up Date, Force Outline]( The plan for forming Alaska's two major brigades under a new patch is largely about giving U.S. Army Alaska a clear identity. [Read More]( [10 Tips for Veterans Handling Their Emotions at Their First Civilian Job]( Civilian workplaces can be very different military ones and you might be surprised by your reactions. [Read More]( [Army Officer Faced Retaliation After Reporting Trump Ukraine Call, Watchdog Says]( Lt. Col. Vindman told superiors that the president may have broken the law by pressing Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to dig up dirt on Biden. [Read More]( [3 Tips for Writing a Great LinkedIn Connection Invitation]( You can approach anyone on LinkedIn; that's a great thing about it. Just be careful about how you approach those people. [Read More]( [Calculate Your VA Loan Rate in Minutes]( [Read More]( [Sailors Booted from Key West Barracks Now Eligible for an Extra, One-Time Payout]( A spokeswoman said that the sea service has now approved "a partial dislocation allowance of $840.07 to help offset costs associated with moving into a new residence." [Read More]( [Army Considers Letting Soldiers Ask to Move Away From Biased Places]( [Read More]( [Compare Military Auto Insurance Rates]( [Read More]( [4 Questions to Ask a Potential Employer During a Job Interview]( Don't be surprised when an interviewer asks if you have questions for them, because they will. [Read More]( [Veterans to Get Improved Access to Mammograms Through Bills Headed to Biden's Desk]( The House voted 418-0 to approve the Dr. Kate Hendricks Thomas Supporting Expanded Review for Veterans in Combat Environments, or SERVICE, Act. [Read More]( [Military & Veteran Homeowners Insurance Discounts]( [Read More]( [The Experimental Aircraft That Was So Loud, It Made Ground Crews Throw Up]( The XF-84 "Thunderscreech" was scrapped because no one would fly it and it was painful for anyone within earshot. [Read More]( [See More Content Now]( Download our Military News App! [App Store]( [Google Play]( You are subscribed to the Military Report. [Unsubscribe]( | [Change Subscriber Options]( | [Privacy Policy]( [Military.com]( [Military.com]( [Military.com]( [Military.com]( [Military.com]( Reach millions of people in the military community. [Advertise with us]( Copyright © 2022 Military Advantage, Inc. All rights reserved. 8280 Greensboro Drive, Suite 900, McLean, VA 22102