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Infertility is 'a special kind of hell' for military couples

Army Maj. Marc Bailey and his wife, Sallie, never thought they’d have to wait this long or spend this much to have a baby. As of June, the couple had spent three agonizing years and $35,000 unsuccessfully trying to get pregnant. The effort has nearly exhausted their retirement savings and their patience.
19:22 September 29, 2012
2012 Tokyo Game Show puts more emphasis on mobile, social gaming

“Less is more” seemed to be the theme of this year’s Tokyo Game Show, from the number of console games showcased to the amount of clothing worn by the cosplayers.
19:23 October 1, 2012
Military vets can explore creative side at annual writing workshop
WWI youth novel ‘Private Peaceful’ takes center stage in London
Work of the late Maeve Binchy forged a mother-daughter bond

'Borderlands 2': Sequel is more evolutionary than revolutionary, but still packs a punch

Pandora’s box is once again bulging with murderous marauders, screaming psychos and weird creatures.
13:08 September 28, 2012
King Mario's Midas touch
Revamped 'Counter-Strike' stale as it stays the course
‘Tales of Graces F’: A solid addition to the franchise
'Diablo III': Devilish fun with the Lord of Terror

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Top military friendly schools for 2012

The 2012 Military Friendly Schools List, put out by GI Jobs magazine, honors colleges and universities that do the most to welcome military veterans and enhance their experience as students.

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Richmond renovation part of nationwide push to help highlight veterans

Home Depot manager hopes the chance to help fellow veterans through service projects brings more recognition to their ongoing needs
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Upbeat jobs report brings good news for vets, too

The unemployment rate for veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan eras dropped below 10 percent again in September, a sign of continuing improvement.
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House Intel Committee chairman: New cyber threat looming

The unnamed threat comes from an "unusual source."
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Debate features little talk about military, no mention of veterans

Wednesday night’s first national showdown between the presidential candidates featured plenty of talk about the budget but only a few passing mentions on defense spending.
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To save his family, a Marine fights his war again, from a therapist's chair

"It may be too late to save my family," said Andrew J. Czubai. "But there is no harm in trying."

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