Binding the Wounds of War - Veterans deal with invisible scars of war

In the first installment of the Pentagon Channel's three-part series, "Binding the Wounds of War" we look at how the Defense Department is helping veterans deal with post-traumatic stress.

DoD's Senior NCO concerned over report of shockingly high suicide rate

SgtMaj Bryan Battaglia offers leadership support to servicemembers and veterans struggling with emotional stress.

Leon Panetta Holiday Message

Secretary of Defense wishes the men and women of the U.S. military and their families and happy and safe holiday season.

Afghan Troop Levels

NATO is approaching 150,000 troops in Afghanistan, with 45,000 hailing from countries other than the U.S., which is a positive sign according to Under Secretary of Defense Michele Flournoy.

Pakistan Relief Operation

U.S. commanders in Pakistan say, although the flood waters there are beginning to recede, the need for humanitarian aid is mounting.

Challenge.gov

The Department of Defense is looking for bright stars with brilliant ideas.

SSG Salvatore Giunta

Staff Sergeant Salvatore Giunta will be awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions on the battlefield in Afghanistan.

Veteran Care

Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Wounded Warrior Care and Transition Policy John Campbell says America has greatly improved its care of military veterans.

Afghan Air Force

The Afghan Air Force is flying refurbished helicopters to help fight the insurgency.

9/11 Wreath Laying

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs ADM Mike Mullen says America still honors those who lost their lives on 9/11.

Gates 9/11 Ceremony

Defense Secretary Robert Gates paid tribute to America's servicemembers during a ceremony Saturday honoring those who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks at the Pentagon.

Hurricane Earl Preps

Hurricane Earl is gaining strength as it makes its way toward the East Coast.

Newman's Own Awards

This year's Newman's Own Awards for innovation and ingenuity have been announced. The awards support veterans, wounded warriors and caregivers.

Iraq Drawdown

As the drawdown of U.S. forces in Iraq continues, the focus is turning to what is needed to sustain troops.

Petraeus on Afghan Gov

General David Petraeus highlights the accomplishments of the Afghan government in eliminating corruption.

Typhoon Kompasu

U.S. forces in Korea are recovering from a powerful typhoon that slammed the Korean Peninsula Thursday with strong winds and heavy rains.

CO Guard Pot Airlift

The Colorado National Guard is assisting local authorities in airlifting thousands of marijuana plants found at two illegal grow sites.

MOVE Act

Defense officials announced only 5 of 10 states that applied for waivers to the MOVE Act have been approved to extend deadlines for accepting absentee ballots past election day.

Hurricane Earl Latest

The Coast Guard and National Guard continue to prepare for Hurricane Earl which returned to Category 4 strength Thursday with winds over 130 miles per hour.

Today´s Top News 01 September 2010

Former U.S. Forces-Iraq commander, General Ray Odierno praises Iraqi Security Forces and Defense Secretary Robert Gates thanks troops for their service in Iraq.