The 54-44 vote fell mainly along party lines, with only Nevada’s two Democratic senators — Jackie Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto — breaking ranks to side with Republicans on the confirmation. Brown, 41, is now poised to take over one of five most senior leadership posts at VA, overseeing maintenance and operations at 155 national cemeteries in 42 states as well as commemorative sites in other locations.He is a West Point alumnus who served in the Army for five years after graduation. During a deployment to Afghanistan in 2008, he was severely wounded by an improvised explosive device.Brown suffered burns…
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Looking to secure your home? This guide offers actionable steps to enhance your home’s security, focusing on securing home effectively. Learn how to identify vulnerabilities, choose the right security systems, and utilize smart technology. Key Takeaways Regularly assess your home’s security vulnerabilities and reinforce weak points to prevent potential break-ins. Invest in a comprehensive security system with modern features like motion sensors and smart technology for enhanced protection. Maintain good security habits and involve neighbors to create a supportive community watch that deters intruders. Assessing Home Security Vulnerabilities Regular evaluations of your home security system help identify weak points before…
A new Pentagon directive implementing longer tours of duty in South Korea will improve force stability, support service members’ quality of life and enhance readiness in the face of regional threats, U.S. Forces Korea officials saidThe directive, announced Tuesday, extends tours for unaccompanied service members assigned to South Korea from 12 months to 24 months. The policy takes effect Oct. 1, 2025, and applies to all service members receiving orders on or after that date, though implementation timelines may vary by service branch, officials said. The directive follows a February announcement that extended tours for military families moving to South…
The National Transportation Safety Board will hold three days of hearings starting Wednesday on January’s midair collision between an American Airlines passenger jet and an Army helicopter over the nation’s capital that killed 67 people.The goal: Pinpoint exactly what went wrong and what can be done to avoid similar midair crashes between passenger planes and military aircraft. The accident was the nation’s deadliest plane crash since November 2001.The hearings in Washington will involve NTSB board members, investigators and witnesses. Panels will focus on military helicopter routes in the Washington area, collision avoidance technology and training for air traffic controllers at…
A military nonprofit is expanding its child care capacity by 70,000 spaces in five key areas with high demands for care.The expansion will allow the Armed Services YMCA branches to provide more before- and after-school care, summer camp opportunities and transportation to bridge the gap for military families who need access to expanded programs. The initiative, which is funded by a substantial donation by Navy Federal Credit Union, aims to supplement the child care that the Defense Department provides, as well as help fill some additional needs, said Armed Services YMCA President and CEO William French, a retired Navy vice…
A Dutch Oven or camp oven can be a culinary lifesaver during a power outage. These versatile cooking vessels are not just for camping trips; they also offer an alternative way to prepare meals when your regular appliances are unavailable.From baking bread to simmering stews, these ovens can handle it all with a little practice. This article will guide you through the basics of using a dutch or camp oven without electricity.Want to save this post for later? Click Here to Pin It On Pinterest!Dutch Oven vs. Camp Oven: Understanding the DifferencesWhile both Dutch Ovens and camp ovens are great…
In Florida, teens taking part in TikTok’s “Door Kick Challenge” have been arrested after a prank mimicking a home invasion with an airsoft gun went viral. Authorities warn that these dangerous stunts could lead to serious legal trouble, or even have fatal consequences. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE FLORIDA CITY, FL (2-minute read) — A viral TikTok trend known as the “Door Kick Challenge” has landed several Florida teens in serious trouble, and police across the Country are sounding the alarm. The challenge, which started as an attention-seeking prank on social media, involves individuals running up to a home and violently…
You’ve heard them during morning formations, over the roar of C‑17 engines, and in muddy chow halls at 0400. The battle cries “Hooah,” “Oorah,” and “Hooyah” aren’t just calls; they’re part of service life. Each is a signature of branch pride, and each carries a history steeped in grit, camaraderie and tradition.Hooah: the Army’s walkman of affirmation“Hooah” is the Army’s answer to everything from “loud, gym‑ready affirmative” to “I acknowledge” and sometimes even “I disagree, but I’m not arguing.” It’s an emotional Swiss Army tool, and its origin is debated. One theory credits it to the acronym “H‑U‑A,” standing for…
This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The Economic Collapse Blog. If you want to get a really good indication of where the U.S. economy is heading, just look at what is happening in Las Vegas. During good times, hotel occupancy rates are very high, and lots of money is thrown around in the casinos. But when times are getting tough, fewer people head to Las Vegas, and those who do go tend to be tighter with their money. We saw a perfect example of this during the Great Recession. Once the global financial crisis hit, gambling revenues…
The U.S. Navy unveiled its new Modular Attack Surface Craft program, which would likely see unmanned surface vessels carrying missiles long distances at sea. The program calls for the development of a rugged, flexible and high-capacity unmanned surface vessel, or USV, capable of hauling a variety of “containerized payloads,” per a July 28 solicitation. Such payloads would include the maximum equivalent of more than four 40-foot containers — cargo that would roughly equal the size of the Navy’s anti-ballistic missile system, the Mark 70 Mod 1 Payload Delivery System. “MASC seeks to leverage cutting-edge technologies and modular design principles to…