Lay evidence is important and should be considered when someone can describe the circumstances they experienced. While medical evidence is sometimes required, lay statements can be very helpful in supporting a direct service connection claim!

Walking into a VA compensation and pension exam unprepared can weaken your disability claim. If you have a C&P exam coming up, this is something every veteran should understand.

Congress is taking aim at those who deliberately target veterans with fraud, and the proposed consequences are significant. A new bipartisan bill introduced in both the Senate and the House could change how the law treats those convicted of scamming veterans.

Proposed 2027 VA budget hits record $488B, expanding benefits, healthcare, and homeless services. Congress will decide next steps.

A VA C&P exam is not just a medical appointment. It is a key part of the record that can determine how your disability claim is decided.

For many #veterans, certain VA disability rating increases carry far greater financial weight than others. This short highlights why one specific jump in the VA rating system draws so much attention and can have a meaningful impact on long-term financial planning. #veteransbenefits #vaclaim

The VA is modernizing its home loan program with new digital tools — and the changes may be bigger than you'd expect. What does this mean for veterans looking to buy a home? Watch to find out!

With SMC-L, the need for help with daily activities is the foundation of the benefit. But with SMC-R1, the veteran is already compensated for extremely severe disabilities, and Aid and Attendance is added as an extra layer to recognize their need for ongoing personal care.

Most VA disability claims come down to one core concept: direct service connection. But many veterans are not told exactly what VA is looking for when deciding these claims.

Housebound status can be awarded in more than one way, and the most overlooked route does not involve leaving home at all. This short highlights what veterans should know about qualifying.

🎵We Are the Resistance – May 16 2026 Portland ICE Facility Music by: The Resistance Full song at www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTPa... Thank you Pretend Media. Please support them on YouTube. #protests #ice #pdx

Reporter: Are you losing control of the Senate, Senate Republicans? Trump: I don’t know. I really don’t know. I only do what’s right. - ballroom? Wtf

🎙️ On #onpoli with @spaikin.bsky.social and @jm-mcgrath.bsky.social: • The Ontario government’s transit takeover • Stratford’s strong mayor legal challenge • Honda’s pause on its $15B EV plant in Alliston • Nate Erskine-Smith’s appeal over his nomination loss 🎧: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

The scary AI isn't god-tier superintelligence. It's something smarter than humans but still dumb, still doing what its boss tells it. Ian on Fallthrough Ep 64. Full episode: fallthrough.fm/ep/64

I ❤️ people. People are undefeated in every war since time started.

Everything from Day 8 of EuroBasket #basketball #nba #eurobasket #nbaeurope #nbauk

“Trump appeared to signal prior awareness of a Johnson–Farage electoral alignment in 2019, praising them as an ‘unstoppable force’. Shortly afterwards, the Brexit Party withdrew from 317 Tory-held seats — a pivotal moment in the election.”

Unify media production sites, systems, and teams with Avid Content Core ▶️ avid.com/content-core #avid #avidcontentcore #broadcast #mediaproduction #postproduction #newsproduction

Jérémy Doku scored a goal & caused Brentford all SORTS of problems all match long. ⚽️

Key Updates on Voter ID Legislation, Homeland Security Appointments, and Treasury Policy Shifts #politics #government #elections #policy #politicalnews #democracy

What are the constitutional limits on the president’s emergency powers to wage war on another country? Conservative attorney @greggnunziata.bsky.social joined The Briefing with Michael Waldman to discuss the courts, Congress, and executive overreach: bit.ly/4cM4l5v

Trump is throwing out different Iran War narratives to see which will stick. But this isn't a marketing company where you A/B test Facebook ads. This is the US government. This is war.

Merry Christmas from the Gourds. 🎅🎄🎁

Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day. The earliest took place in SC on May 1, 1865, when formerly enslaved African Americans reburied soldiers & decorated their graves. A chapter of American history that was omitted from history books. 📚 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay #DecorationDay #BlackHistory

We’re expanding our partnership with Singapore to help safely deploy AI at scale. 🇸🇬 Together with country experts, our new programs will focus on accelerating scientific discovery, advancing pandemic preparedness, and improving healthcare. Find out more → goo.gle/49jGwjv

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That just hit all 4 corners on my 2026 Americas fucked bingo card. If you've ever known someone you loved or liked who suffered with COPD. Then you know how horrible of a way it is to die. That's basically what one of the death penalty options is now. Suffocation. #SheShed #DeathPenalty

To those asking if Bluesky is back: 🤼‍♂️

“It’s not Iran, it’s Israel”

🔁 REA_research Public participation in science leads to better research & healthier democracies. When citizens take part in science: - Innovations truly work on the ground - Policies improve - Trust in science increases - Participatory culture grows Discover EU #CitizenScience initiatives 👇

DECLAN RICE DESCRIBES THAT TITLE-WINNING FEELING 🏆❤️

In a world grappling with a myriad of challenges, the imperative to change our trajectory toward a brighter future resonates louder than ever... https://promisesproject.net/pen-vs-sword/pen/blueprint-part-1/

It is the last stop on the express train to #AEWDoN tomorrow night when we bring you THREE LIVE HOURS of Where The Best Wrestle! Don't miss a moment of the action when #AEWDynamite is LIVE, Wednesday at 8/7c on TBS and HBO Max

Emergency! S02E03 - Show Biz Clip number 0185 #KMG-365 #emergency

Robots aren’t what we think We imagine intelligent machines. Reality? Very limited systems. Alan Winfield explains what robots can actually do—and what their learning reveals about us. Full episode: youtu.be/zmetn7sSMn4 #robotics #AI #tech #podcast

Greenland chants, "GO HOME USA!"

If our governor is so worried about prison population management, I have a bill he can sign. A lighter sentence for Tina Peters just gives a green light to the Trump administration to further attack our democracy.

"She's still here. Every morning I wake up She's there dancing and smiling. Still not gone... Carnival done for days now, but She's still here. Haunting me." - The artist Easton #sugarmas #VisitStKitts #islandlife #CarnivalVibes

The Cape Coral Rowing Club staged a silent protest during the opening of Tropicana Park, expressing frustration over the city council’s decision to deny its relocation to the park. More: http://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/cape-coral-rowing-club-protests-tropicana-park/71443984 

Glow up… the sweet way 🍒✨ These Glutathione + Collagen gummies make it easier (and tastier) to support brighter, smoother, and healthier-looking skin—no pills needed 💛 Beauty from within never tasted this good 😍

The Blue Jays turned in a double play to end an Orioles rally with the bases loaded

Our guys got featured in ESPN's "Tarps Off" montage during the Yankees-Royals game!

Alex Nylander strikes first🚨 @torontomarlies.bsky.social | #WBSvsTOR | #CalderCup 📺💻📲: https://flosports.link/4cC9sC3

Something everyone can get behind

Just sharing some clips of me painting. Almost at the end of that butterfly piece, which is my latest… #art #painying #artistlife #paintingprocess #artists #artonbluesky #blueskyart #bskyart #acrylic #acrylicpainting #artlover #artcollector #modernart #modernpainying #traditionalart #creative #arts

Probably the only truth he's ever uttered ...

Things to do in Montgomery County! Restaurant Week, Black History & Lunar New Year!

Die nominierten Autor*innen im aspekte-Video! 💫 Portrait von Bernhard Kegel, der mit seinem Buch „Mit Pflanzen die Welt retten“ (DuMont) für den Deutschen Sachbuchpreis 2025 nominiert ist. Produziert von ZDF aspekt Redaktion: Monika Unkelbach Kamera: Bernd Huß Schnitt: Jan Rehwinkel #DSP25

🎮🇪🇸 Viernes sesión indie española en Tú, Yo y el Indie 📅 Viernes 24 de abril ⏰ De 10:00 a 13:00 Probando: 🕹️ RumBral 10:00–11:30 🌱 Reseed 11:30–12:00 ✨ Rewilders: The Lost Spring 12:00–12:30 @herobeatstudios.bsky.social 🚀 Void Martyrs 12:30–13:00 📺 En directo: twitch.tv/djpanchi #indiegames

Yes, it's horrifying 😱

☀️🌬️ The share of solar and wind power has grown at an impressive annual rate of 13% since 2020. Even so, that rate must more than double to stay on track for 2030. Only a faster pace of change can make up for lost time. Read the #StateOfClimateAction: bit.ly/4owx8y7

GOOD MORNING Beard Gang! Hope you had great weekends & happy belated #Easter 2 those who celebrate it. Just sharing this week's LIVE schedule. Doing #ArcRaiders 2day, #GrayZoneWarfare Wed, Ep.3 of our #Zelda marathon w/ LoZII + #CrowdControl & finally more #ProjectZomboid + variety games on Sun

Trump and Netanyahu.. When 2 racist murderous war criminals squabble, true colors show, and it’s not pretty 😳. Or this didn’t happen because Bibi has the Epstein files. Who the hell knows… To hell with both of em

When they tell you to take a full day off work, drive to the Board of Elections, and bring $165 worth of documents just to register to vote they’ve absolutely lost me. Voting is a RIGHT, not an errand that costs you money and a vacation day. Call 1 (202) 224-3121. #SaveActIsPayToVote

V🤮X intentando meter a Ndogo y a Quiles en el congreso: "estan invitados por mi La ley es la ley patriotas de mier...

Danijela Štajnfeld je upravo stigla i ušla u sud.

Evan Martinez brilliantly exposes Israel's horrific genocide. He confirms the ICJ ruled Srebrenica a genocide for 8,000 deaths, yet the Zionist regime has slaughtered exponentially more civilians in Gaza. Washington is actively funding literal war crimes!

Far Right rioting & attacking Police in Southampton

7 killed and 11 injured in Ukrainian drone strike on civilian bus in Donetsk

SHOULD DEMOCRATS PUSH FOR COURT PACKING?