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K-pop supergroup BTS kicked off their first world tour in four years with a sold-out show near Seoul, launching what will become the biggest tour in K-pop history. The seven-member group reunited after completing military service, topping charts worldwide with their new album "Arirang."
When chronic injuries from military service left George Stewart unable to maintain his Hiram home, more than 10 volunteers from Disabled American Veterans chapters across Maine showed up to help. They raked his yard, stacked wood, and tackled spring cleanup tasks that would have been impossible for the former 82nd Airborne paratrooper to do alone.
A young German woman is reshaping how her generation thinks about national service by combining military experience with cutting-edge defense technology. Her path shows how voluntary service can lead to unexpected careers that protect democracy.
Paul Rees lost his ability to walk after a mine explosion in Bosnia, survived 21 days of captivity in Libya, and now dedicates his life to helping fellow veterans heal. His story shows how the hardest battles often come after service ends.
Alfred State College just earned a national Silver Military Friendly School ranking for how well it supports veterans, service members, and their families. The New York college stands out for making the transition from military service to student life smoother with dedicated spaces, financial breaks, and a strong veteran community.
K-pop superstars BTS just achieved the biggest first-week album sales by any group since 2013, proving their seven-year journey only made fans more devoted. The victory marks their triumphant return after completing mandatory military service.
Former Navy SEAL Robert O'Neill reminded Team USA baseball players they were competing for something bigger than wins. His pregame talk before the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals gave athletes like Alex Bregman powerful perspective on service and sacrifice.
RM of BTS opened up about why the global supergroup chose to reunite after military service, calling the bond between members irreplaceable. His emotional interview revealed that love, loyalty, and avoiding future regrets kept the group together.
K-pop supergroup BTS reunited in Seoul with a free concert after completing four years of mandatory military service, launching a global tour that starts with their biggest fans. Their new album "ARIRANG" sold nearly 4 million copies in one day.
After nearly four years completing mandatory military service, all seven members of global K-pop sensation BTS reunited on stage in Seoul for a free concert that drew 200,000 fans. The emotional comeback launched an 82-show world tour and coincided with their new album selling 4 million copies in 24 hours. #
K-pop supergroup BTS drew 260,000 fans to Seoul and millions more online for their first concert after four years. The comeback follows all seven members completing mandatory military service.
After nearly four years apart, BTS returned to the stage in a free concert that drew 260,000 fans to Seoul's historic Gwanghwamun Square. The performance marked the group's first reunion since completing mandatory military service and launched their biggest world tour yet.
Former hospital corpsman Corey Elmore traded military service for space exploration, joining NASA's Pathways program to help engineers build better tools for future missions. His journey proves the skills learned serving others can launch careers in unexpected directions.
A World War II veteran who served in Germany at 18 and still bakes the sweet bread his grandmother taught him is turning 100 this weekend. His Decatur neighborhood is throwing him a drive-by party to honor a century of service and community spirit.
After 25 years of military service, Henry H. Washington III learned he had prostate cancer during his retirement physical. Now over a decade cancer-free, he's dedicating his life to helping other men face the disease with courage and community.
When a senior care administrator was called to military training, her supervisor took over for a month without hesitation. His dedication earned him a national honor recognizing extraordinary support for service members.
Somalia's military is stepping up to help communities hit hard by drought, with soldiers ordered to protect aid sites and assist with rescue operations. It's a powerful show of service during one of the nation's toughest humanitarian crises.
Jasmine Jones balanced motherhood, military service, and elite athleticism to finally reach her Olympic dream. The Air Force bobsledder is competing in Milan Cortina with deep gratitude for representing America.
After 12 years of sacrifice, military service, and facing discrimination including a recent burglary, Israel's first-ever Olympic bobsled team is competing at the 2026 Winter Games. Captain AJ Edelman says the team learned to be victors, not victims.
Queen Máxima of the Netherlands started military training this week to become an army reservist, following her daughter's path into service. Her decision reflects growing European efforts to strengthen defense forces as security concerns rise across the continent.
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