Quil Lawrence
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World
A NATO war game exercise in the Arctic no longer seems like just a game
Troops from 27 countries wrapped up one of the largest NATO war games since the 1980s — in the Arctic. A it was scheduled two years ago, but Russia's war in Ukraine gave the exercise a Cold War feel.
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Europe
NATO exercises near Russia: Is it a show of force or a provocation?
Tensions between Russia and NATO countries may be higher than at any time since the cold war. Why would the U.S. and its allies stage war games right on Russia's doorstep in northern Norway.
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National
Sick veterans demand medical coverage for illnesses caused by burn pits
President Biden is urging Congress to send a burn-pits bill to his desk.
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Politics
New York York will have the nation's 1st vaccine mandate for private sector employers
New York City Mayor Bill deBlasio has announced what he called a "pre-emptive strike" before the winter — a vaccine mandate for private sector employers.
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National
The final, anguished years of a warrior-scholar who exposed torture by U.S. troops
Ian Fishback was a Green Beret who exposed torture by U.S. troops in Iraq. After serving four combat tours and earning a Ph.D. in philosophy, Fishback died last month in a nursing home. He was 42.
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National
Military vets with medical skills find it difficult to get civilian health care jobs
With the nation's health care system strained by the pandemic, veterans with medical skills say red tape prevents them from using their military credentials to qualify for civilian jobs.
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Politics
With many veterans waiting for care, the VA may change how it uses outside doctors
Veterans, along with the rest of the country, see long waits for mental health and other specialty care. Veterans Affairs has announced it will redesign how it schedules and pays for private care.
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Politics
Afghan Allies That Were Left Behind Face An Uncertain Future
The White House now says it failed to evacuate most of America's Afghan allies in the airlift from Kabul. Even those evacuated may be stuck in immigration limbo for years unless Congress takes action.
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National
Veterans Discharged Under 'Don't Ask Don't Tell' Are Now Eligible For VA Benefits
On the 10th anniversary of the repeal of "Don't Ask Don't Tell," the White House announced a policy change to help get VA benefits to veterans who were kicked out of the military for their sexuality.
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World
A Legendary Marine's Name As Code: The Ad Hoc Network That Helped Rescue Afghans
The massive U.S. airlift out of Kabul was a feat of logistics and stamina. But it was also marred by chaos and violence. Somehow, an unlikely coalition formed to try and help get Afghans out.