Citing security and bandwidth concerns, the military has blocked its computers from accessing many popular social networking Web sites. Military personnel are still allowed to access the sites; they just won’t be able to log on using the government’s network. However, for many stationed overseas, that’s the only network they have access to.
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CelebVet: Dick Van Dyke
“I'm looking for work if anybody has,” joked the now 100-year-old comedian and entertainer Dick Van Dyke. Best known for his iconic roles in films like Mary Poppins and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and the classic television series The Dick Van Dyke Show, the beloved actor has officially joined the centenarian club. Van Dyke celebrated his 100th birthday on December 13, a milestone marked not by a lavish Hollywood gala, but in true Van Dyke fashion: with a low-key day at home watching Jeopardy! reruns with his wife, Arlene Silver.
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WeSalute Review: Your 2025 Holiday Travel Guide on How to Save More and Stress Less on Your Getaway
The holiday season is officially in full swing. While the golden rule of travel is usually "book early," we know that military & veteran life doesn't always adhere to a strict schedule. If you are just now finalizing your plans for Hanukkah, Christmas, or New Year's, don't panic. Preparation is still the key to a stress-free vacation, and even at this late stage, knowing where to look can lead to significant savings.
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Connecting When It Matters Most: Your Two Weeks to Make Memories
As the calendar flips closer to the end of the year, we enter what I always consider the most critical two weeks for connection. This run-up to the holidays — from mid-December right through Christmas and New Year’s — is when the impulse to connect with friends, family, and loved ones becomes a necessity. For the military community, whose lives are defined by separation, these are the moments you simply can't miss.
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4 Battlefields & Museums to Honor American Veterans | Travels with Darley
Veterans Day, observed each year on November 11, honors the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.