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    Commercial imaging companies solved the data access problem; now they must tackle reliability. – Clone

    Commercial Earth observation (EO) has largely solved the access problem. Defense and national security organizations can now task commercial satellites with speed and scale unimaginable a decade ago. But access is not the same as reliability.…

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    Defending the Edge: Proven Air Defense for the Modern Fight

    From Ukraine to Iran, recent conflicts have underscored how profoundly low-cost, proliferated and adaptable aerial threats are reshaping the modern battlefield. Small drones and one-way attack systems are compressing decision timelines, stressing traditional defenses and exposing…

  • Healing Doesn’t End With the Veteran

    Healing Doesn’t End With the Veteran

    When Army veteran Chris Eaton attended Operation Warrior Resolution’s (OWR) Men’s Veteran Retreat earlier this year, he had been on a healing journey for several years. Following his military service, Chris dedicated himself to understanding the lasting effects of combat, PTSD, and loss. Over the previous two years, he worked with more than 40 mental…

  • Honoring 25 Years of Service Through Opportunity

    Honoring 25 Years of Service Through Opportunity

    As America commemorates the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, Tunnel to Towers Foundation is reflecting on a promise that has guided its mission from the very beginning: to Never Forget the sacrifices made by our nation’s military members, first responders, and their families. Throughout 2026, the Foundation is marking this milestone through nationwide initiatives…

  • Why “set it and forget it” does not work for Life Insurance

    Why “set it and forget it” does not work for Life Insurance

    USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York Many service members are automatically enrolled in Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) and then rarely think about it again. Early in a career, that may be understandable. A young single service member with no dependents, no mortgage, and limited financial obligations may be…

  • Turning Adversity into a Legacy: A Veterans Healing Center

    Turning Adversity into a Legacy: A Veterans Healing Center

    When Operation Warrior Resolution (OWR) was founded, it was created to protect the lives of veterans. September is National Suicide Prevention Month. For OWR, this month is not just an observance, it’s the reason this organization exists. Every program, every retreat, and every outreach effort is rooted in the same mission that inspired its founding: to transform veterans to health and wholeness. A Year of Unexpected Loss and New Vision…

  • You Can Help Prevent Veteran Suicide This September

    You Can Help Prevent Veteran Suicide This September

    While many veterans are doing well in their transition to civilian life, their risk of suicide remains significantly higher than in the general population. This September, during National Suicide Prevention Month, Face the Fight® is calling on communities, organizations, and individuals across the country to take action so that no veteran has to face their battles alone. Launched in 2023 by USAA, Reach Resilience, and the Humana Foundation, Face the…

  • Words Matter: Suicide Postvention Saves Lives

    Words Matter: Suicide Postvention Saves Lives

    When Air Force Chaplain, Captain Kelly Parker, sits with a service member who’s hurting, and words are hard to come by, the single word tattooed on her arm can fill the silence and get her message across: stay. “It’s upside down, but that’s intentional. When I show my Airmen, they can read it,” Parker explains. “After my first few suicide interventions as a chaplain, I kept finding myself saying, ‘If…

  • UCLA Health Operation Mend: Healing Veterans and Their Families

    UCLA Health Operation Mend: Healing Veterans and Their Families

    Operation Mend launched in 2007 to provide free specialized health care to post-9/11 veterans injured in war. Nearly 20 years later, the organization continues offering psychological and physical specialty care at no cost to these veterans and their caregivers. Is Operation Mend unique in the services it provides? “One of the truly extraordinary developments was that UCLA absolutely opened their arms and facilities to Operation Mend, embracing the effort of…

  • From Struggle to Strength: JP’s Journey of Love, Music, and Faith

    From Struggle to Strength: JP’s Journey of Love, Music, and Faith

    For JP and Crystal Lane, it was “googly eyes” at first sight. Crystal was at the gym with her cousin when the cousin noticed JP working out across the way. “And I said, ‘Yeah, he’s cute.’ And I didn’t know that he was on prosthetics yet because there were so many machines around that area. So we continued our workout and he came up to me and complimented our work…

  • Expanding Access for Veterans Through U.S.-Built Innovation

    Expanding Access for Veterans Through U.S.-Built Innovation

    For the nearly 3 million Veterans living in rural America¹, healthcare isn’t always within reach. Many face service-connected conditions that require ongoing, specialized attention, yet must travel long distances or wait weeks for diagnostics that could guide treatment and bring peace of mind. That challenge is familiar to VA care teams. Serving more than 9 million Veterans across the country², the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs delivers high-quality healthcare across…

  • MCON Defense Tech Creates Pathways for Veteran Success

    MCON Defense Tech Creates Pathways for Veteran Success

    The defense technology sector is emerging as an unexpected catalyst for veteran transition, offering former service members not just employment opportunities but renewed purpose in their post-military careers. As industry leaders and military officials prepare to address these interconnected challenges at MCON, the largest event celebrating military culture, a clear picture emerges of how innovation can transform veteran care and mental health outcomes. The defense technology landscape has evolved dramatically,…

  • The Persistent Threat to Aviator Health and Safety

    The Persistent Threat to Aviator Health and Safety

    In an era of cutting-edge technology, where fifth-generation fighter jets and long-endurance surveillance aircraft dominate the skies, a surprisingly primitive problem continues to affect military aviators. Even with enormous advances in aircraft design, sensor capability, and increasing mission duration, many aviators are left with no reliable way to urinate inflight. The result? Tactical dehydration, flight safety risks, and long-term health consequences, despite there being a solution available. Piddle Packs: A…

  • IHG® Army Hotels Transforms Lodging for the Military Community

    IHG® Army Hotels Transforms Lodging for the Military Community

    Military travel comes with its own set of challenges, but where you stay should never be one of them. At IHG® Army Hotels, we are committed to making life easier for service members and their families. While travel may be part of military life, comfort should never be optional. That commitment is reflected in our work through the Privatization of Army Lodging (PAL) program. PAL is a long-term partnership with…

  • Our Military Kids® Helps Son of Veteran with Service-Connected Cancer

    Our Military Kids® Helps Son of Veteran with Service-Connected Cancer

    OAKTON, Va., June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – Joaquin is a 16-year-old student athlete whose father, a U.S. Army Veteran, was recently diagnosed with service-connected cancer caused by toxic exposure. With support from DAV CST, Our Military Kids® stepped in to cover Joaquin’s football and baseball fees. “Playing sports is now most important to Joaquin because he knows it makes his dad happy,” said his mother, Sofia. “This is his outlet…

  • SUPPORT FALLEN PATRIOTS BY VISITING BOJANGLES THIS SUMMER!

    SUPPORT FALLEN PATRIOTS BY VISITING BOJANGLES THIS SUMMER!

    Bojangles is hosting an in-store RoundUp Campaign this summer benefitting Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation. From June 23 – July 25th, 10% of all peach cobbler sales and roundups made at the register will benefit Fallen Patriots, supporting us in our mission of funding college and trade school scholarships for military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty. If you have a location within nearby, please…

  • Join the Homes For Our Troops Mission

    Join the Homes For Our Troops Mission

    Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) is a publicly funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that builds and donates specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 Veterans, to enable them to rebuild their lives. Most of these Veterans have sustained injuries including multiple limb amputations, partial or full paralysis, blindness, severe burns, and/or severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). Since the organization’s inception in 2004, HFOT has built and donated over…

  • How home warranties protect your most valuable asset 

    How home warranties protect your most valuable asset 

    A home is a major investment, and oftentimes your biggest asset — as well as a potentially big expense. When it comes to your home, it’s not a matter of “if” a major home system or appliance breaks down, it’s when. The cost to repair or replace an appliance can be high, and home systems such as your HVAC unit can be even more expensive. To help mitigate those unexpected…

  • Inside a National Effort to Support Veterans in Crisis

    Inside a National Effort to Support Veterans in Crisis

    As it marks its two-year anniversary on June 29, Face the Fight® continues to expand a national movement focused on reducing veteran suicide. Launched in 2023 by USAA, Reach Resilience, and the Humana Foundation, the initiative brings together a coalition of more than 200 organizations to increase access to care, support community solutions, and break stigma around mental health and help-seeking. The mission is urgent. Veterans are nearly 60% more…

  • A Legacy of Service: IHG® Army Hotels Celebrates 250 Years of the Army

    A Legacy of Service: IHG® Army Hotels Celebrates 250 Years of the Army

    Happy 250th birthday to the US Army! We’re honored to share in the celebration of such an important milestone in our nation’s military history. We appreciate the sacrifices made by our service members to protect our freedoms every day, and we’re dedicated to providing them with the best service possible. With team members that include veterans and military spouses, we have a deep understanding of the challenges that come with…

  • Transforming Lives: The Pillar Foundation’s Impact on SOF Spouses

    Transforming Lives: The Pillar Foundation’s Impact on SOF Spouses

    For many military spouses, the transition from military life to civilian life can be overwhelming—especially for those married to Special Operations Forces (SOF) service members. But thanks to The Pillar Foundation, founded by Teresa Shick, a Navy SEAL spouse with 19 years of experience, these resilient women are finding the support and community they need to navigate this journey. A Mission Built on Real Experience Teresa’s personal journey as a…

  • A PCS Move Is a Fresh Start—Here’s How You Can Make the Most of It

    A PCS Move Is a Fresh Start—Here’s How You Can Make the Most of It

    Each year, more than 400,000 Active Duty Servicemembers receive Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders, according to the Department of Defense’s Military OneSource. Whether you’re headed across the country or around the world, a PCS marks the start of a new chapter—and a unique opportunity to get organized and financially prepared. “Just like any relocation, when moving to a new duty station, it’s a good idea to do your homework,”…

  • Tracfone’s Special Offer for Military Personnel

    Tracfone’s Special Offer for Military Personnel

    As part of National Military Appreciation Month, it’s also a time to recognize and support those who continue to serve, as well as our nation’s veterans. In honor of National Military Appreciation Month, the Tracfone brand is showing extra love to the heroes who’ve served or are currently serving our country. Veterans and active-duty military personnel are eligible for a special Tracfone offer – 10% off Unlimited Talk & Text…

  • Face the Fight: Humana’s Approach to Veteran Community Building

    Face the Fight: Humana’s Approach to Veteran Community Building

    Across the country, Americans are coming together to support those who’ve served — and Humana is helping lead the charge. As a founding member of Face the Fight®, Humana is part of a growing coalition committed to strengthening community connections and ensuring veterans never face life’s challenges alone. Face the Fight represents a new approach to veteran support — one built on connection through triumph. The coalition unites more than…

  • Why many veterans avoid mental health care – and why Check-In matters

    Why many veterans avoid mental health care – and why Check-In matters

    A veteran’s transition from the military can be challenging for many reasons, but there’s one that’s typically overlooked or ignored: mental health. Finding meaningful employment, overcoming barriers to education, a lack of social connectedness and engagement with family, and financial hardships are frequently caused or made worse by stress, anxiety, and depression. That can lead to things like substance abuse. Getting the care to address these issues has probably never…

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