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Veterans Day National Committee selects Regional Sites for 2026
VA and the Veterans Day National Committee selected 48 Regional Sites in 24 states as official partners to hold VA-approved Veterans Day observances.
Hurricane Isaias threatens Gulf Coast: VA activates national response to protect Veterans and families
Hurricane Isaias, the Atlantic season’s first hurricane, is strengthening in the Gulf and is forecast to make landfall late tonight or early Saturday.
Lower interest rates for Native American home loans
VA lowered the Native American Direct Loan interest rate to 2.47% as of Oct. 1, 2026, making homeownership on tribal lands more affordable for Veterans.
The 2026 Veterans Benefits Guide is now available online
The 2026 "VA Federal Benefits Guide for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers" handbook is now available online.
VA awards Optum Serve 10-year contract up to $30 billion to manage community care dental network
Through Optum Serve, Veterans will gain access to a single, broad, national network of community dental providers, including both general and specialty care.

The VA Health and Benefits mobile app puts your VA health and benefit information and resources at your fingertips — anywhere, anytime! For your security, the app requires you to enter the same login credentials you use for VA.gov.

Reliable access to food can help Veterans build stability when facing homelessness
October 17, 2026

VA’s Food Security Office helps Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness with access to food, nutrition and local resources for long-term stability.
Join the VA Careers Talent Community and learn about working at VA
October 16, 2026

Since launching earlier this year, the VA Careers Talent Community has connected over 8,000 job seekers like you to more information about VA careers, locations, and opportunities.
Free peer conversations for Veterans after military service
October 16, 2026

Steele Sharpens Steele offers free, peer-led online conversations to help Veterans build connection, reflect on life after service and take practical action.
How a cooking class opened a Veteran’s eyes to VA’s full community
October 16, 2026

A cooking class inspired Patti Erwin to enroll and discover programs that support learning, connection and overall well-being.
VA Research Wrap Up: New findings on liver cancer, suicide screening and heart failure
October 16, 2026

VA Research highlights how statins may protect against liver cancer, new info on suicide screening, and a potential new treatment to prevent heart failure.
Turn your military experience into a civilian-ready resume
October 15, 2026

Turn military experience into a civilian-ready resume with Resume Engine, a free tool from Hiring Our Heroes featuring AI and expert support.

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