Tailor Has Given Free, Fitted Suits to Veterans - and They're Doing It Again This Summer
Not only does the suit offer a much-needed confidence boost, it also gives them an invaluable tool for finding employment after their service.
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Army of Nepal Cleans Up Mount Everest by Collecting Two Tons of Trash and Debris
Mount Everest has been given some much-needed tender loving care thanks to the army of Nepal.
In Historic U.S. Ruling, Sikh Army Officer Can Keep Beard, Turban
A decorated army officer is now officially permitted to wear a religious beard and turban in uniform thanks to a military ruling last week.
Watch George H. W. Bush's Service Dog Take the Most Adorable Vow of Service to Bring Joy to Veterans
Sully the yellow Labrador was recently sworn in for his new job serving at a veterans hospital, and the ceremony was pawsitively adorable.
Watch 'Lieutenant Dan's' Emotional Reaction to Heartfelt Thank-You Video From Veterans
Gary Sinise, the actor best known for his role as Lieutenant Dan, was recently given an emotional surprise thank you-video for his years of charity work.
Town Surprises Man by Replacing Truck He's Used to Transport Veterans for 20 Years
As a means of thanking this Vietnam veteran for his labor of love, his town surprised him with the exact tool that he needed to continue.
Santa Claus Melts Hearts By Getting Down on One Knee to Thank WWII Veteran for His Service
Santa Claus took a break from chatting with his adoring young fans to get down on one knee and thank 93-year-old Bob Smiley for his service in WWII.
Elementary Schoolers Are Sending Hundreds of Christmas Trees to US Troops Stationed Around the World
These fifth graders are celebrating the holiday by sending hundreds of donated Christmas trees to service members overseas who need a bit of Yuletide cheer.
Iraq Veterans Turn Around Drug-infested Neighborhood
Veterans are taking the lead in Baltimore, cleaning up years of blight and helping residents in a mostly poor, African-American neighborhood to rid the area of drug dealers. Along blocks dotted with boarded-up homes, veterans are applying lessons they learned in Iraq and Afghanistan in an effort to restore the community's sense of pride – and their own sense of purpose.
Tips for Becoming an Outstanding Leader
The Israel Defense Force published an info-graphic about how to become an outstanding leader. Being yourself is the start of it all!
(WATCH) Israeli Soldiers Dance with Palestinians While on Patrol
A group of Israeli soldiers has danced up a storm of criticism after they were filmed boogying alongside Palestinians while on patrol in the West Bank. The soldiers were making their rounds in the city of Hebron last week when they entered a dance hall and joined dozens of Palestinian men dancing to the hit Gangnam Style.
Air Force Improves Energy Efficiency in Jets, Fuel
The US Air Force has developed an energy plan focused on reducing demand and increasing efficiency. For instance, 99 percent of the Air Force fleet is now certified to operate on a 50/50 blend of synthetic fuel derived from byproducts like feed stock and normal jet fuel.
Scout's Goal to Interview 1000 World War II Vets: You Can Help
A new project to record the stories of America's Greatest Generation was launched by a Boy Scout who lost his grandfather at an early age. Of the 16 million men and women galvanized during World War II, fewer than two million are still alive and many of them have never spoken about what they did during the war.
Super Bowl Pizzas Give US Troops a Taste of Home
10,000 Uno's pizzas will be delivered to U.S. troops overseas in time for Super Bowl Sunday, thanks to the Evans family of Illinois who started Pizzas4Patriots in 2008. Supporters of the operation want to send soldiers a taste of home, including the shipping company DHL Express, which delivers the pizzas for no charge.
Lonely Veteran Finds New Friend in a Four-Legged "Battle Buddy"
Since leaving the army, Chris's days have been--well, lonely. He missed the camaraderie and closeness of fellow soldiers. A little Puggle (Pug and Beagle mix) has changed that.
Her Student Debt Was Paid in Full After A Bank Heard Her Family Story
After a former college student shared her heartbreaking family story on CNN, her $54,000 student loan was completely forgiven, thanks to a JPMorgan Chase program.
Germany Turns Military Bases into Rare-bird Nature Reserves
Germany agreed to turn more than 60 former military bases into vast nature preserves, with the aim of creating oases for rare species of birds.
Man Walks Over 7000 miles, Raises $500,000 for Veterans
A National Guard veteran who walked more than 7,000 miles to raise money for military families returned home to a hero's welcome in Louisville, Ky. 32-year-old Troy Yocum's walk raised $500,000.
U.S. Forces Rescue Iranians at Sea for Second Time in a Week
The U.S. Coast Guard rescued six Iranians from sea whose boat had flooded on Tuesday in the Gulf, the second time in less than a week that the American military has come to the aid of Iranians in distress. The earlier rescue involved pirates, with the US Navy boarding a ship to free 13 Iranian fishermen who had been held hostage for weeks by Somalis.
China Unearths 100 Life-Size Terracotta Warriors
Chinese archaeologists have unearthed 110 new terracotta warriors that laid buried since 210–209 BC, part of the famed army built to guard the tomb of China's first emperor. The life-size figures were excavated by archaeologists near the site where in the 1970's farmers found the first bits of a terracotta army, including chariots with full-size horses.
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