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North Korea’s most recent ballistic missile test demonstrated a significant leap forward in the country’s strike capabilities, with many experts agreeing that the missile’s trajectory indicates a possible range that could easily reach as far as Alaska. The United States has long worried about a nuclear North Korea with ballistic missile platforms capable of reaching […]
We have been following the NDAA for Fiscal year 2016 signed into law in November of 2015, which authorized the Secretary of Defense to transfer 1911s no longer in service to the CMP for public sale. That language made the transfers subject to the Secretary’s discretion and capped them at 10,000 per year. No transfers have been […]
Russia is accused of bold intrusions into vital US infrastructure (elections, nuclear power plants), actions that one expert says were made without fear of reprisal. The US has not offered a strong response to Russian cyberattacks despite being aware of them for years. Russia has compromised the US’s ability to enact independent foreign policy with […]
The United States Navy launched its newest ship, the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, USS John Finn, on Saturday, providing what PACOM Commander Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr. calls a “signal to allies and adversaries in the Pacific.” In a speech given during a ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam marking the commissioning of the […]
Ok, this guy may actually be insane: TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — A man accused of placing a pipe bomb at an Air Force recruiting center in Bixby has been ordered to undergo a mental health evaluation. Benjamin Roden, 28, appeared in federal court Friday morning. He’s charged with malicious damage to federal property by use […]
Earlier this year, President Trump inspired hope in many Americans that have long wished to see a resurgence in NASA’s manned space exploration endeavors, when he announced his goal to send human beings to Mars. The president was so passionate about a manned trip to mars, that during a teleconference with NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson […]
Jupiter, a massive ball of gas that makes up the better portion of planetary matter in our solar system, has long played a role in mankind’s understanding of the universe beyond our pale, blue dot. In 1676, Danish astronomer Ole Rømer’s study of the orbit of Jupiter’s moon Io led him to the outrageous (at […]
In June, the Washington Post accidentally published a photo that clearly showed Defense Secretary James Mattis’ cell phone number, prompting the site to quickly pull the picture down… but not before Mercer Island High School student Teddy Fischer managed to save it. The sophomore hoped he’d manage to get the legendary Marine on the line […]
Clint Eastwood has cast three Americans who stopped a 2015 terrorist attack on a Paris train to play themselves in his next movie, “The 15:17 to Paris,” Variety reports. The film will follow the lives of Anthony Sadler, National Guardsman Alek Skarlatos, and US Airman Spencer Stone — three childhood friends from California who were traveling through Europe on a high-speed train when they […]
(Read Part 1 HERE) In a previous article, I explained how I recently had someone (seemingly) attempt to burn my house down using a gas can. My experience that night was humbling – as a guy that puts a fair amount of thought into preparation and safety, I found myself utterly unprepared, and my family […]
Gardendale, Alabama- Three people, a man and two women, have reportedly been killed by a gunman in a mobile home park. Local news stated the gunman ran into the woods following the shooting and is still at large. Police are actively searching for the suspect who they have identified as Kenneth Dion Lever. According to […]
A contractor for the controversial classifieds website Backpage.com has been aggressively soliciting and creating sex-related ads, despite Backpage’s repeated insistence that it had no role in the content of ads posted on its site, according to a trove of newly discovered documents. The documents show that Backpage hired a company in the Philippines to lure […]
SIG Sauer is a world-class firearms manufacturer trusted by military, law enforcement, and responsible civilian shooters, delivering precision-engineered weapons, optics, and training systems while maintaining a strong commitment to veteran hiring, American manufacturing, and the professionals who rely on their gear when it matters most.
FightCamp is an at-home boxing and kickboxing training system built around real technique, structured programming, and measurable performance. Members train with fighters and professional coaches while using connected punch and kick trackers that record volume, speed, and power in every round. The result is training that builds conditioning, skill, discipline, and resilience — all from home, on your schedule.
Barrett is the world leader in long-range, large-caliber, precision rifle design and manufacturing. Barrett products are used by civilians, sport shooters, law enforcement agencies, the United States military, and more than 75 State Department-approved countries around the world.
Hywell is a premium gear brand specializing in heavy-duty Merino wool boot socks for blue-collar professionals and outdoorsmen. Backed by an ironclad 10-Year Warranty.
Praesidus builds rugged, American-assembled watches inspired by historic military timepieces. Designed for accuracy and tested for endurance, each watch is made for outdoor explorers, everyday adventurers, and anyone who needs reliability when it matters.
Essential Provisions Field Fuel® meals [ready-to-eat] & sports nutrition products have been developed with the cleanest, high-quality nutrient and energy-dense ingredients available. Research has shown that the whole food nutrients contained in our products have the ability to help.
Have you ever tried to wear a fleece hoodie in bad weather? We don’t recommend it. That’s why we founded BÆRSkin in 2019 – to create the world’s best outdoor gear that’s just as comfortable at home as it is durable outdoors. “Bad fitting, bulky, and boring” is how we felt about 1000’s of regular fleece hoodies we tested.
If you’re 21 or older and use nicotine or tobacco, charge ahead with Black Buffalo, America’s only credible smokeless tobacco alternative. Black Buffalo dips just like the real thing without the tobacco leaf or stem. Find Black Buffalo in Wawa, Circle K, Sheetz, Love’s, Pilot, Racetrac, and many more retail locations across the United States.
