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fromYahoo News
2 days ago

Today in Chicago History: City cheers Vietnam veterans during a 5-hour parade - 11 years after the war

In 1986, nearly five hours of vibrant parading honored Vietnam veterans in downtown Chicago, marking a significant acknowledgment of their service 11 years post-war.
Chicago Cubs
#trump-administration
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

What's the message behind Trump's military parade?

The planned military parade by President Trump is unprecedented and reflects a shift in tradition regarding military displays in the U.S.
Los Angeles
fromtime.com
3 days ago

Veterans Condemn Trump's Misuse of Military Power' Amid L.A. Protests

Trump's deployment of the military for protest responses is divisive among veterans.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Let's Be Honest Trump's A Racist!' Seth Moulton Bitterly Rips Trump White Refugee Scheme

Rep. Seth Moulton labels Trump a racist for his immigration policies favoring White migrants over Black and Brown individuals.
#george-w-bush
#ukraine
Europe politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. EU marks WWII anniversary with Ukraine warning

The European Parliament commemorated the 80th anniversary of WWII, linking its lessons to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Europe politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. EU marks WWII anniversary with Ukraine warning

The European Parliament commemorated the 80th anniversary of WWII, linking its lessons to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
#mental-health
fromBuzzFeed
6 days ago
Black Lives Matter

I Work With Dying Veterans. Here's Why I Don't Automatically Thank Them For Their Service.

SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Wonderful man': Hayward man who died in police custody was combat veteran, father of 6

Tragic death of Nathan Hoang highlights the intersection of mental illness, law enforcement, and the need for transparency in such cases.
Mindfulness
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

A PTSD Therapy 'Seemed Too Good to Be True'

PTSD symptoms can persist long after traumatic events, significantly impacting daily life and mental well-being.
Portland food
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Day 43 of the 16th St. Crackdown: A veteran's path of stability

Military veterans face significant challenges in reintegrating into civilian life, including addiction and instability.
Black Lives Matter
fromBuzzFeed
6 days ago

I Work With Dying Veterans. Here's Why I Don't Automatically Thank Them For Their Service.

The article highlights the psychological struggles of veterans, particularly concerning moral injury.
Public recognition of service can cause distress for some veterans.
Mindfulness
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The PTSD Treatment That Veterans Dream Of

PTSD can severely impact veterans like Jeff Turner long after traumatic events, leading to flashbacks and a distorted perception of safety.
#staten-island
fromsilive
6 days ago
NYC LGBT

Staten Island road racing: More than 1,000 athletes compete in 9th Annual SSG Ollis 5K Run & Walk (photos)

fromsilive
6 days ago
NYC LGBT

Staten Island road racing: More than 1,000 athletes compete in 9th Annual SSG Ollis 5K Run & Walk (photos)

#cannabis
Mental health
fromNature
1 month ago

My fight to unlock cannabis and psychedelic drugs for use in medical research

Sue Sisley's journey reflects a significant shift in the perception of cannabis for treating PTSD in veterans.
Cannabis
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 week ago

Why More Veterans Are Choosing Medical Marijuana for Pain, PTSD, and Sleep Support | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Veterans find relief in cannabis for chronic pain, PTSD, and sleep disturbances, seeking alternatives to prescription medications.
Mental health
fromNature
1 month ago

My fight to unlock cannabis and psychedelic drugs for use in medical research

Sue Sisley's journey reflects a significant shift in the perception of cannabis for treating PTSD in veterans.
Cannabis
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 week ago

Why More Veterans Are Choosing Medical Marijuana for Pain, PTSD, and Sleep Support | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Veterans find relief in cannabis for chronic pain, PTSD, and sleep disturbances, seeking alternatives to prescription medications.
#d-day
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

A US veteran who fought in Ukraine says drones are 'horrendous' for soldiers' morale

Drones significantly harm military morale and operational capabilities in Ukraine.
Russo-Ukrainian War
#housing
fromQNS
2 months ago
NYC real estate

Meng and Malliotakis renew effort to help veterans buy co-ops with VA loans - QNS

fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago
SF real estate

The Top 10 Best Places for Veterans To Live in 2025 Include 2 Beach Towns and 1 Major City

fromQNS
2 months ago
NYC real estate

Meng and Malliotakis renew effort to help veterans buy co-ops with VA loans - QNS

fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago
SF real estate

The Top 10 Best Places for Veterans To Live in 2025 Include 2 Beach Towns and 1 Major City

fromCornell Chronicle
1 week ago

After Fort Drum, military vets embrace Mission: Agricultural | Cornell Chronicle

"Everything about the experience, I was learning and enjoying. I thought, this is what I want my place to be like in five or 10 years."
Agriculture
#bay-ridge
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

PREMIUMBrooklyn's 158th annual Memorial Day Parade honors fallen service members

Bay Ridge hosted the nation's oldest Memorial Day Parade, honoring veterans with ceremonies and community participation.
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

'Lest we forget': Flags fly in Bay Ridge for nation's oldest Memorial Day Parade * Brooklyn Paper

The 158th Kings County Memorial Day Parade celebrated veterans in Brooklyn, drawing thousands to honor their service.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

PREMIUMBrooklyn's 158th annual Memorial Day Parade honors fallen service members

Bay Ridge hosted the nation's oldest Memorial Day Parade, honoring veterans with ceremonies and community participation.
#military
#memorial-day
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Nassau County holds Memorial Day tributes to fallen troops with parade, moment of silence: 'Say a prayer for them'

Nassau County memorializes fallen troops with a moment of silence, a parade, and honoring words from veterans and officials on Memorial Day.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

A solemn pause: Memorial Day events across Southern California honor the nation's fallen

Memorial Day serves as a solemn reminder to honor those who sacrificed their lives for freedom.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

WATCH: Fox Reporter Reads Out Trump SCUM' Rant As Trump Laying Wreath for Fallen Soldiers Plays

Trump's Memorial Day message diverges sharply from past presidents, labeling political opponents as 'scum' while commemorating fallen soldiers.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Family
1 year ago

Memorial Day 2024: Fun Events and Parades Around NYC

Memorial Day in New York unites families to honor fallen heroes through community parades and ceremonies.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Nassau County holds Memorial Day tributes to fallen troops with parade, moment of silence: 'Say a prayer for them'

#immigration
fromKqed
2 months ago
US news

He's a Decorated War Vet but a Convicted Criminal. ICE Wants to Deport Him | KQED

fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Protesters honor veterans, rally for immigrant rights on Memorial Day in downtown Boston

fromKqed
2 months ago
US news

He's a Decorated War Vet but a Convicted Criminal. ICE Wants to Deport Him | KQED

fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Protesters honor veterans, rally for immigrant rights on Memorial Day in downtown Boston

fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Dad of Suspect in Killing of Israeli Couple Was Democrat's Guest to Trump's Congressional Address

Eric Rodriguez, the father of the man charged with killing an Israeli couple, was invited to Trump's address to Congress by Rep. Chuy Garcia, who emphasized veterans' rights.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

3 Vietnam War-era vets finally receive diplomas from Iowa high school some 60 years after they left school for service

Getting it now, I look back and I think, 'Well, everything that I did with the service and everything was all worth it,' Snyder told WQAD.
Retirement
#memorial
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

At Vietnam War Memorial, Familiar Names, Old Grief and a Kind of Peace

The Vietnam War's central role in American culture has diminished significantly over the past 50 years.
fromqns.com
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Queens to host new memorial in Whitestone honoring 99 post-9/11 fallen service members QNS

fromBKReader
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Mayor Adams Unveils 9/11 Veterans Memorial Plans, Addresses Brooklyn Bridge Crash and Wind Project Reinstatement

US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

At Vietnam War Memorial, Familiar Names, Old Grief and a Kind of Peace

The Vietnam War's central role in American culture has diminished significantly over the past 50 years.
fromqns.com
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Queens to host new memorial in Whitestone honoring 99 post-9/11 fallen service members QNS

fromBKReader
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Mayor Adams Unveils 9/11 Veterans Memorial Plans, Addresses Brooklyn Bridge Crash and Wind Project Reinstatement

#medical-marijuana
fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago
Miami food

Florida Moves to Make Medical Marijuana Cards Free for Veterans in Unanimous Vote | stupidDOPE

fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago
Miami food

Florida Moves to Make Medical Marijuana Cards Free for Veterans in Unanimous Vote | stupidDOPE

fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Los Gatos honors, veterans, educators and film fans

The Monthly Monday Morning Movie Series is a tremendous success, providing a chance for community members to enjoy films together while fostering local connections and friendships.
SF LGBT
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Saratoga celebrates vets, fire district and citizen of the year

The Memorial Day Celebration at the Saratoga Foothill Club honors veterans, uniting families and civic organizations to pay tribute with wreaths, music, and speeches.
SF parents
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Helping NYC veterans: Mayor Adams launches programs to boost housing and job opportunities | amNewYork

New York City launches initiatives supporting housing and job opportunities for 210,000 veterans, emphasizing commitment to their well-being.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Senators introduce bill to strengthen interagency housing work

According to Sen. Ruben Gallego, the HUD-USDA-VA Interagency Coordination Act aims to ensure federal agencies work collaboratively to address housing issues in Arizona and nationally.
SF politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

May 14: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

"The Government of the United States is run by lawyers. The statistics on this point are overwhelming and leave no doubt that the ordinary business man, manufacturer or agriculturist has little to say in the affairs of the nation."
History
Black Lives Matter
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Asian American professor who teaches history of racism attacked in possible hate crime

Aki Maehara, a 71-year-old professor, was struck by a vehicle in what is being investigated as a possible hate crime.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Did Hakeem Jeffries overstate share of veterans using food stamps?

Jeffries's claim that 20% of veteran households depend on SNAP is inaccurate; the real figure is around 8%, according to a report from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
SF food
#ve-day
London music
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

VE Day 80th anniversary: William and Kate among royals to join PM and veterans at Westminster Abbey service

The 80th anniversary of VE Day will honor WWII veterans through a national service of thanksgiving, featuring royal tributes and community participation.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK veterans honoured at Westminster Abbey VE Day service

Westminster Abbey held a poignant VE Day service, honoring WWII veterans while reflecting on loss and hope, marking 80 years since the war's end.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

VE Day plans revealed: Thousands to line streets of London for military procession to mark 80th anniversary

Thousands will attend the May 5th VE Day procession celebrating veterans and peace, featuring ceremonies and royal attendance.
London music
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

VE Day 80th anniversary: William and Kate among royals to join PM and veterans at Westminster Abbey service

The 80th anniversary of VE Day will honor WWII veterans through a national service of thanksgiving, featuring royal tributes and community participation.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK veterans honoured at Westminster Abbey VE Day service

Westminster Abbey held a poignant VE Day service, honoring WWII veterans while reflecting on loss and hope, marking 80 years since the war's end.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

VE Day plans revealed: Thousands to line streets of London for military procession to mark 80th anniversary

Thousands will attend the May 5th VE Day procession celebrating veterans and peace, featuring ceremonies and royal attendance.
fromShore News Network
1 month ago

New York State Troopers welcome veterans home from Honor Flight at Syracuse airport

"It was an honor to stand in gratitude and respect for those who gave so much for our country," the agency stated.
NYC LGBT
#vietnam-war
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Man Convicted Of Defrauding Bay Area Investors Over Fake Space Tech Company For A Mere $50K

Ramesh Nathan misled investors, particularly veterans, with promises of a nonexistent space technology venture, ultimately using their funds for personal expenses.
NYC startup
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Mary Kenny: 'SAS Rogue Hero' Paddy Mayne and his wild nights out with his friend, my brother, in 1950s Dublin

Robert 'Paddy' Blair Mayne, regarded as 'one of the greatest front-line soldiers of all time', played a pivotal role in the establishment and leadership of the wartime SAS.
UK news
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago

Players with most Champions League semi-final appearances

This season's Champions League semi-finals showcase a remarkable blend of emerging talent alongside seasoned veterans, reflecting the dynamic nature of top-level football.
Real Madrid
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Chelsea Pensioners celebrated in flower show entry

The Chelsea Pensioners' entry is a woodland garden with colourful planting to the edge to reflect the colourful dress. A central seating area features cushions made from recycled scarlet uniforms.
London politics
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

'A great gesture': Brooklyn honors veterans with new highway sign near Fort Hamilton * Brooklyn Paper

"This is just a great gesture. Respect to veterans is one of the cornerstones of American character. I'm very grateful that we were able to do this."
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Katy Perry slammed by disabled veteran's family over Blue Origin space mission as mansion war heats up

"Katy Perry says she felt 'super connected to love' after her trip to space, I can't help but wonder if her experience will make her more compassionate to elderly disabled veterans like my father."
SF parents
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm a resume writer for people transitioning out of the federal workforce. Here are my 4 tips.

"Many veterans and federal workers possess valuable skills but often fail to communicate them effectively. I encourage them to understand their skills and how to represent them."
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