More Americans than ever love being single. But they feel penalized for it by our financial system

Article Title: More Americans than ever love being single. But they feel penalized for it by our financial system

Article Excerpt: "...Being a ‘free agent’ is becoming a lifestyle, according to a new survey, with many saying they want ‘single-friendly’ benefits like tax breaks. ...Not everyone is staying single, but 80% of Americans say you don’t need marriage to be happy. In fact, singles are more likely than those in relationships to say they’re living a fulfilling life. ..."

Reference Source: www.fastcompany.com

VA | Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Feb. 16, 2026

Article Title: Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Feb. 16, 2026

Article Excerpt: "...This post contains links to jobs that are active at the time of publishing. Most job listings close 7–30 days after posting. The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services by VA. Veterans should verify all information with the organization offering the opportunity.

Each week, we receive job announcements from employers and employment websites seeking to hire Veterans. ..."

Reference Source: va.gov

Great News | Pentagon Is Cutting Off Harvard

Article Title: Why the Pentagon Is Cutting Off Harvard...

Article Excerpt: "...The Department of Defense has moved to end military participation in graduate-level programs at Harvard University...Undergraduate ROTC programs remain unaffected, and currently enrolled servicemembers may finish their studies, but the pipeline is effectively closed going forward. ...the move as a readiness decision, arguing that elite civilian institutions increasingly push ideological frameworks at odds with military culture, cohesion, and mission focus. ..."

Reference Source: www.military.com

Great Example of an American | Ret. Army Master Sgt. Ed Beck made it through three wars

Article Title: World War II POW Who Survived Three Wars Celebrates 101st Birthday

Article Excerpt: "...Beck, from Colorado Springs, Colorado, served for the 106th Infantry Division during World War II. He fought in the Battle of the Bulge in the winter of 1944-45, a pivotal turning point for the Allies in northcentral Europe.

Beck was taken prisoner by the Nazis, surviving six months of hell in a POW labor camp. He decided to make a bold move that likely saved his life, escaping..."

Reference Source: www.military.com

Mexican Cartel Scouts Arrested on U.S. Soil

Article Title: Mexican Cartel Scouts Arrested on U.S. Soil

Article Excerpt: "...Mexican nationals illegally present in the country, who had various communication devices they were allegedly using to scout for a Mexican cartel by monitoring the movements of USBP agents. ..."

Reference Source: www.breitbart.com

Unemployment rates for veterans worsen amid civilian job market gains

Article Title: Unemployment rates for veterans worsen amid civilian job market gains

Article Excerpt: "The unemployment rate for all veterans bumped up to 4.5% in January from 3.8% in December...The most startling statistic to come out of the latest BLS report, however, was the massive revision to the statistics from 2025, which now showed almost no job growth for the year. ..."

Reference Source: www.armytimes.com

First Lady Melania Trump Embraces Love of Country & Family to United States Armed Forces

Article Title: First Lady Melania Trump Embraces Love of Country & Family to United States Armed Forces

Article Excerpt: "...President Trump and the First Lady joined the military and their families at Fort Bragg and Pope Army Airfield the day before Valentine’s Day. The First Lady added, “The President and I are grateful to be with you—to honor the passion you share through unmatched bravery, resilience, and service to our great Nation.”

President Trump and the First Lady saluted military families and the heroic members of the United States Army Special Forces who carried out the successful mission in Venezuela..."

Reference Source: www.whitehouse.gov

Save America Act | ‘The American People Are Not Going to Tolerate Inaction,’ Scott Presler Warns Senate on SAVE America Act

Article Title: ‘The American People Are Not Going to Tolerate Inaction,’ Scott Presler Warns Senate on SAVE America Act

Article Excerpt: "Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX), focused on the stakes surrounding voter ID and proof-of-citizenship requirements ...The SAVE America Act would require proof of citizenship for voter registration and photo identification at the ballot box in federal elections. It also directs states to purge non-citizens from voter rolls and allows information sharing between state election offices and federal agencies, including DHS.

“Ensuring that only American citizens vote in American elections, along with voter ID requirements, isn’t controversial — it’s plain common sense,” remarked House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN). "

Reference Source: Save America Act

Florida | Purple Heart veteran Luke Murphy joins fight to succeed Neal Dunn

Article Title: Purple Heart veteran Luke Murphy joins fight to succeed Neal Dunn

Article Excerpt: "...While he lost a leg in Iraq, the retired Army Sergeant still feels a call to serve.

A Purple Heart veteran is the latest Republican to head into the political fray in Florida’s 2nd Congressional District.

Luke Murphy, a retired Army Sergeant, announced he’s running to succeed retiring U.S. Rep. Neal Dunn. ..."

Reference Source: floridapolitics.com

Brad Colbert, ‘Generation Kill's’ Iceman, Launches New Veteran Podcast

Article Title: Brad Colbert, ‘Generation Kill's’ Iceman, Launches New Veteran Podcast

Article Excerpt: "Retired Marine Corps Master Sgt. Brad Colbert, the real-life Recon Marine portrayed as “Iceman” in HBO’s Generation Kill. ...Colbert launched the Carry On Podcast, focused on combat experiences, veteran identity, transition challenges and global security analysis. ...SITREP-style current events episodes released weekly. ...the Carry On Podcast, a project built around the same elements that have defined his career: blunt honesty, small-unit camaraderie, and conversations that don’t shy away from the harder parts of service."

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Reference Source: www.military.com

Troops, veterans get free streaming of extended Olympics coverage

Article Title: Troops, veterans get free streaming of extended Olympics coverage

Article Excerpt: "...Service members, veterans and their families will have free access to more than 2,500 hours of the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics through a partnership with the Army and Air Force Exchange Service and NBCUniversal, AAFES officials announced. ...Those eligible can stream the full coverage if they have an active ShopMyExchange.com account. Live streams of "

Reference Source: www.marinecorpstimes.com

Ex-Maine Coast Guard Cutter Helps With Massive Drug Haul In Pacific Ocean

Article Title: Ex-Maine Coast Guard Cutter Helps With Massive Drug Haul In Pacific Ocean

Article Excerpt: "A Coast Guard cutter that previously patrolled off the coast of Maine just hauled in 13,000 pounds of cocaine, officials said.

The 270-foot cutter Seneca and its sister ships seized a total of 200,000 pounds in Operation Pacific Viper, the Coast Guard announced. ...The Seneca in March 2019 was featured in a Coast Guard publicity photo towing in a disabled fishing boat 65 miles off Mount Desert. ..."

Reference Source: www.themainewire.com

The US Army’s quiet rotation in the Philippines

Article Title: The US Army’s quiet rotation in the Philippines

Article Excerpt: "The service confirmed this week that in July 2025, it established a rotational presence in the Southeast Asian nation. The roughly ...The contingent’s mission centers on building “army-to-army partnerships,” and “improving infrastructure,” he said.

The Philippines once played host to a large U.S. military presence, but permanent U.S. ground forces largely left in the early 1990s after, against a backdrop of growing nationalism...U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his counterpart, Philippine Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr., announced the formation of Task Force Philippines last fall. ..."

Reference Source: www.armytimes.com

American Olympians Bash Their Own Country As Democrats and Media Gush

Article Title: American Olympians Bash Their Own Country As Democrats and Media Gush

Article Excerpt: "A few American athletes have gone viral for choosing to diss the country that they were sent to represent at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. ...American freestyle skier Hunter Hess claimed that representing his home country conjured “mixed emotions”...Chris Liller, another American skier, claimed that he was “heartbroken” ...Figure skater Amber Glenn specifically took aim..."

Reference Source: townhall.com

Korean War vet to get Medal of Honor for longest dogfight in US military history

Article Title: Korean War vet to get Medal of Honor for longest dogfight in US military history

Article Excerpt: "...Naval aviator Capt. Royce Williams, 100, is set to be awarded the Medal of Honor for his 1952 actions during the Korean War, Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., announced on Wednesday.

Issa has played a significant role in Williams’ recognition, introducing the “Valor Has No Expiration Act” in 2025..."

Reference Source: www.militarytimes.com

VA Loan Watch | Home loan offers that sound too good to be true

Article Title: Home loan offers that sound too good to be true

Article Excerpt: "...As a Veteran or service member, your VA home loan is one of the most powerful benefits you’ve earned. If you have a VA home loan, you have probably received unsolicited offers to refinance your mortgage that may sound too good to be true.

Many of these solicitations claim: ..."

Reference Source: va.gov

Go Navy! US shoots down Iranian drone flying towards aircraft carrier, navy says

Article Title: US shoots down Iranian drone flying towards aircraft carrier, navy says

Article Excerpt: "...The US military says it shot down an Iranian drone that “aggressively” approached the Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea.

The Iranian Shahed-139 drone was flying toward the carrier “with unclear intent” when an F-35 fighter jet shot it down, US Central Command said on Tuesday. ..."

Reference Source: www.theguardian.com

Leftists mock classic Iwo Jima photo by raising new Somali-inspired Minnesota flag

Article Title: Leftists mock classic Iwo Jima photo by raising new Somali-inspired Minnesota flag

Article Excerpt: "A few leftist men out in Minnesota decided to make a parody of the Iwo Jima flag raising, only instead lifting up the Minnesota flag, which was recently scrutinized for looking somewhat similar to the flag of Somalia. ...The clip, which has not gone viral on social media, depicts six people holding up the Minnesota flag in the position from the famous Iwo Jima flag raising photo from World War II. ..."

Reference Source: thepostmillennial.com

How Do Other Countries Treat Their Veterans | Preferential Treatment of Migrants Over Veterans

Article Title: 'Everything is handed to them!' Veteran booted out of accommodation rages at Labour over migrant housing

Article Excerpt: "...A veteran who was booted out of his own accommodation has blasted Labour over plans to offer up new council homes for asylum seekers. ...hearing about Labour's plans to serve up lush pads for asylum seekers, he candidly declared he was "outraged" at the scenario.

"It's disgusting. We don't even know who they are when they're coming over there," he fumed."

Reference Source: www.gbnews.com

Woman accused of stealing more than $158,000 from elderly, ill veterans

Article Title: Woman accused of stealing more than $158,000 from elderly, ill veterans

Article Excerpt: "...misappropriating money that she was managing on behalf of four United States military veterans.

46-year-old Ishwasnzya Rivers was arrested and charged federally...She also allegedly stole smaller amounts of money from three elderly or infirm veterans totaling more than $23,000. "

Reference Source: www.whio.com

Rolling for recovery: Dungeons & Dragons to support Veteran wellness

Article Title: Rolling for recovery: Dungeons & Dragons to support Veteran wellness

Article Excerpt: "Orlando VA program uses tabletop gaming to build connection...Veterans across the VA Healthcare System are finding connection, creativity and emotional wellness through the role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons, an unexpected but powerful tool being used in a growing mental health initiative known as the Reimagining Veterans’ Emotions, Actions, and Life Skills (REVEAL) Program. ..."

Reference Source: news.va.gov

VA increases in-home and community-based services expenditure cap for Veterans with complex conditions

Article Title: VA increases in-home and community-based services expenditure cap for Veterans with complex conditions

Article Excerpt: "...VA’s skilled home health care program will now cover the costs of in-home and community-based services for Veterans with spinal cord injuries, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, and other complex medical conditions at 100% of the cost of similar care in a VA Community Living Center. This is an increase from the previous rate of 65%.

The rate increase will significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs for eligible Veterans and their families for services like home health aide, home respite, community adult day health care, Veteran Directed Care, and skilled home health. This will make it easier for Veterans to continue residing in their homes. ..."

Reference Source: va.gov

Riding for a cause: A mission to S.A.V.E. our Veterans

Article Title: Riding for a cause: A mission to S.A.V.E. our Veterans

Article Excerpt: "...For 12 consecutive years, the New Mexico American Legion Riders (ALR) have revved their engines for a cause that resonates deeply within their community: raising awareness about Veteran suicide. Their annual “Be the One” New Mexico S.A.V.E. Run is not just a motorcycle ride, it’s a powerful movement that bonds riders, Veterans and supporters alike in the fight against mental health struggles. ...If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, contact the Veterans Crisis Line to receive 24/7 confidential support. You don’t have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect. To reach responders, dial 988 then Press 1, chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255."

Reference Source: va.gov

Navy commander arrested on child sex crime charges

Article Title: Navy commander arrested on child sex crime charges in St. Johns County

Article Excerpt: "...ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – Jonathan Saburn, a 44-year-old active-duty U.S. Navy commander, was arrested this week on multiple child sex crime charges. Saburn also serves as the deputy director of Naval Academy Sailing. ...Saburn was taken into custody while on duty at Naval Station Mayport."

Reference Source: www.news4jax.com

Veterans from Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center Shine at National Art Competition

Article Title: Veterans from Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center Shine at National Art Competition

Article Excerpt: "...This annual competition, co-presented by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the American Legion Auxiliary, recognizes the creative talents of Veterans across the nation and promotes therapeutic healing through the arts.

This year, over 7,000 entries were submitted by nearly 4,500 Veterans associated with 124 VA facilities. Among the many impressive submissions, three ..."

Reference Source: www.va.gov

VMI cadets fight back as Virginia Democrats threaten to close historic military

Article Title: VMI cadets fight back as Virginia Democrats threaten to close historic military

Article Excerpt: "..."I would say on the cadet side, there's a little bit of confusion," Ferrara told Fox. "One of the bills questions the contribution that VMI contributes to the commonwealth of the state and this school produces nothing but prestigious men and women ready to serve the country."..."We've had approximately 300 generals and flag officers coming from the Virginia Military Institute," Ferrara added. "We've had seven Medal of Honor recipients, 11 Rhodes Scholars, one Nobel Prize winner."..."

Reference Source: www.foxnews.com

Qualified Veterans Can Now Get VA Auto Grants Every 10 Years. Here's What Changed

Article Title: Veterans Can Now Get VA Auto Grants Every 10 Years. Here's What Changed

Article Excerpt: "...A disabled veteran who received a Department of Veterans Affairs automobile grant decades ago can now apply for another one. The change, signed into law in January 2023, removes the lifetime restriction that previously limited eligible veterans to a single vehicle purchase grant. ...Advancing Uniform Transportation Opportunities for Veterans Act"

Reference Source: www.military.com

Gun Rights Groups Slam Trump Officials For ‘Demonizing’ Law-Abiding Armed Citizens

Article Title: Gun Rights Groups Slam Trump Officials For ‘Demonizing’ Law-Abiding Armed Citizens

Article Excerpt: "..."The Second Amendment protects Americans' right to bear arms while protesting—a right the federal government must not infringe upon."...Multiple gun rights groups, which are typically supportive of President Donald Trump and his policies, are enraged over the administration’s response to the deadly shooting of an armed protester in Minneapolis over the weekend. ...This is a violent riot when you have someone showing up with weapons and are using them to assault law enforcement officers ..."

Reference Source: www.dailywire.com

Navy issues apology to service members discharged under Biden-era vaccine mandate

Article Title: Navy issues apology to service members discharged under Biden-era vaccine mandate

Article Excerpt: "...The Department of the Navy issued an apology letter Friday to former military personnel “unjustly removed” from service because of the COVID vaccine mandate during the Biden administration.

Under Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao emphasized that the Department of War is committed to “righting past wrongs” and welcoming back former service members who were dismissed during the pandemic.

“To the sailors and marines who were wrongfully discharged during COVID, we failed you,” Hung said ...The Department of War issued guidance to all the secretaries of military departments to contact former service members with information about potential reinstatement and to correct their discharge records."

Reference Source: nypost.com

VA readies massive contract for veterans’ private sector health care (Community Care Network Next Generation)

Article Title: VA readies massive contract for veterans’ private sector health care

Article Excerpt: "...VA says the contract will increase oversight and competition in the private sector care it pays for, which now makes up more than 40% of all veterans' care. ...The new contract, called Community Care Network Next Generation, is meant to change much of that. VA says the department intends to cast a wide net for vendors — creating an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract that doesn’t only attract large, national health insurers.

“We are very intentionally not limiting it to the large vendors. The intention is to open this up to competition"

Reference Source: federalnewsnetwork.com

Man Shot Resisting in Immigration Enforcement Brawl Was VA Nurse

Article Title: What we know about Alex Pretti, VA nurse killed by federal agent in Minneapolis

Article Excerpt: "Pretti, 37, worked for the Minneapolis VA Health Care System as an ICU nurse...alleged that Pretti approached Border Patrol agents with a 9mm semi-automatic handgun, and "violently resisted" when agents tried to disarm him. Local officials have disputed that characterization. ..."

Reference Source: abcnews.go.com

DHS Claps Back: No Rights Denied to Army Vet Held After Assaulting Officer During Minneapolis ICE Op

Article Title: DHS Claps Back: No Rights Denied to Army Vet Held After Assaulting Officer During Minneapolis ICE Op

Article Excerpt: "The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) pushed back against claims made by an Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient, who alleged he was wrongfully tackled, arrested, and held for eight hours by ICE agents in Minneapolis without access to his attorney...DHS, however, denies the claims and says Vermie was arrested for assaulting a law enforcement officer. ....Vermie, meanwhile, says he'll continue to protest ICE operations but admits, "I probably won't get as close as I did.""

Reference Source: redstate.com

Trump Says ‘Massive Fleet’ Headed Toward Iran: ‘We’re Watching Them

Article Title: Trump Says ‘Massive Fleet’ Headed Toward Iran: ‘We’re Watching Them

Article Excerpt: "...The president said that he hopes the U.S. fleet is unnecessary. Trump talked about U.S. troop movements regarding Iran while on board Air Force One, with his orders suggesting that tensions between Washington and Tehran are still high amid Iran’s crackdown on anti-government protests.

“We’re watching Iran. You know, we have a lot of ships going that direction ..."

Reference Source: www.dailywire.com

Marine veteran fatally shot at Facebook Marketplace meetup, calls 911, family in final moments

Article Title: Marine veteran fatally shot at Facebook Marketplace meetup, calls 911, family in final moments

Article Excerpt: "...A decorated Marine veteran was fatally shot at his home during a Facebook Marketplace sale — and he spent his final moments describing his attackers to police over the phone before heartbreakingly texting his family goodbye.

Michael Ryan Burke, 42, was gunned down during a sale-turned-robbery...Alexis Baumann, Kobe Aust, Joseph Crane, all 18-year-old locals, and an unidentified male juvenile were all charged with second-degree murder, first-degree robbery and burglary. "

Reference Source: nypost.com

UK Holds Off On Peace

Article Title: UK holds off joining Trump's Board of Peace over Putin concerns

Article Excerpt: "...Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has said the UK will not yet be signing up to US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace over concerns about Russian leader Vladimir Putin's possible participation. ...President Trump was joined by the leaders and representatives of 19 countries for the Board of Peace signing ceremony, including Argentina, Hungary, Morocco, Saudi Arabia and Turkey.

President Trump also said Putin had accepted an invitation to join the initiative."

Reference Source: www.bbc.com