Defense News Weekly
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Lockheed Martin unveils new PAC-3 Edge interceptor for Patriot systems
With demand rising for advanced interceptors, Lockheed debuts a missile it says improves on earlier generations of weapons.
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Better weapons, new berets and personal comfort | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 10.13.2
From urine collection systems to updated weaponry and even a new beret for EOD airmen, a bevy of updates could be headed for troops across the military.
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Working to relieve “tactical dehydration” with new urine collection systems for troops
Skydrate shows off the latest designs for its urine collection systems, made to aid pilots and troops stuck in convoys of both sexes.
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Army looking to advance another new rifle for troops | Headlines
Fielding of the M8 carbine, the Army took notes from soldiers on its weight and length and aims to get it into troops’ hands by December
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Defense Manpower Data Center’s data breach | MOAA Headlines
Personal information for millions potentially got exposed in a security breach at a military agency, officials said recently.
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From “Me” to “We”- Money Tips for Couples | Money Minute
From tackling debt to padding an emergency or retirement fund, naming money goals as a team can help you avoid surprises later.
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Republican leader talks VA staffing cuts and vets’ care | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 4.19.25
Illinois Rep. Mike Bost, Chairman of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, lays out how he sees changes coming to the VA under the new administration.
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VA staffing cuts won’t hurt care says House Veterans’ Committee Chairman
Rep. Mike Bost says the priority for the VA is providing better service for vets and DOGE’s proposed staffing cuts are “not the actual number” to be let go.
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House Veterans’ Chair vows tight oversight on budget as VA eyes efficiency
“We’re not going to … throw money at a problem,” says Rep. Mike Bost on shaping VA’s budget in the new administration.
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Veterans’ Affairs chairman sees friction, opportunity with Democratic lawmakers
“We’ll work with them where we can,” says Rep. Mike Bost of his committee’s ability to compromise with Democrats on VA issues.
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Gruntworks shows off new Marine body armor with lighter plates, more fits
Laser-cut plate carriers, sleeker armor, and more fit options are among upgrade coming to Marine body armor. Check out the new options from Gruntworks.
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Battery-powered jet board surfaces as possible special forces option
Need to get operators to a beach quickly and quietly? Try a battery-powered jet board, launched from the seabed, as a way to get the job done.
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Senator blocks VA nominees after staffing cut plans | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 4.5.25
Arizona Senator and Marine veteran Reuben Gallego pushes back against what he says are ‘arbitrary’ cuts to VA staff, placing a hold on nominees to the agency.
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Outlook on changes at the VA | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 3.29.25
What’s driving the changes at the VA, and what effects do Democrats fear will come from them? A conversation with a top House member on events at the agency.
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Looking for common ground on VA overhaul
‘My Republican colleagues here care about veterans,’ says Sen. Reuben Gallego. Can he find compromise on looming VA personnel cuts?
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What does it take to become a paratrooper? A look at U.S. training
Would you have what it takes to become a trooper who specializes in jumping out of a plane to take combat to an enemy? A
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What’s behind senator’s block on all VA nominees?
Sen. Ruben Gallego of Arizona says VA leaders’ plan to cut more than 80,000 staff numbers are “arbitrary.”. ‘Where did those numbers come from?’
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Democratic Rep. says VA shouldn’t adopt ‘DOGE mentality’ in staff cuts
“Caring for our veterans really should be rooted in how much money we’re saving.” Democratic representative gives his views on the priorities behind VA’s cuts.