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As a young Marine, few potential duty stations come with more trepidation and anxiety than Twentynine Palms. The Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, or MCAGCC as it is sometimes called, is a sprawling military installation in its purest sense: while many military bases in the United States offer a pleasant and even domestic appearing […]
A group of hackers calling themselves “The Shadow Brokers” released a trove of hacking tools last Friday, claiming they were stolen from the National Security Agency (NSA) and designed to target Microsoft products. That initial report had caused considerable alarm among tech security experts, who cited the 300 megabytes of software exploits stolen from the […]
An army UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter crashed onto a Maryland golf course near Leonardtown, Maryland. The aircraft and three-man crew were from Ft. Belvoir, Virginia. According to local news, one crew member died and the other two are being treated for their injuries. The names of the crew members has not been released yet. Kevin Bowen, who works […]
A manhunt spanning at least five states is underway for Steve Stephens, 37, after he posted a video on Facebook on Easter Sunday of him executing an elderly man who was reportedly walking home from Easter dinner with his family. Stephens, who reportedly had no relationship with his victim, uploaded a video to Facebook at […]
US military forces patrolling the country’s southern approaches are under-resourced and overwhelmed by the flow of drugs and contraband coming north, military and Coast Guard leaders said in recent weeks. Both US Southern Command, which oversees military operations beyond Mexico’s southern border, and the US Coast Guard, have been strained by the scope of their […]
It seems like only five minutes ago that Brandon brought his team of warriors over to the famous York Hall, the home of boxing in the east end of London. I can still hear the cheers that rang out there as the veteran operators from both sides of the pond battled it out. The event—the Remembrance Rumble—hailed as […]
NASA held a press conference on Thursday to announce the detection of a form of chemical energy on Saturn’s moon Enceladus, and believed to be present on Jupiter’s moon, Europa. The press conference was held on the same day new scientific papers were published by scientists tied to NASA’s Cassini mission to Saturn and the […]
The U.S. Air Force has successfully converted an F-16 fighter jet into an autonomous combat drone capable of flying missions independently as well as a part of larger operations supported by manned aircraft. This latest development in the program known as “Have Raider II” could potentially turn aging fighter jets into semi-disposable wingmen for more […]
If you have a private drone you need to take notice that you cannot fly them over military installations in the United States according to new rules from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Privately owned drones are now prohibited from flights starting April 14. In March, Gen. John Hyten, commander of the U.S. Strategic Command […]
In July, Pompeo, than a Republican member of the House of Representatives, mentioned it in a Twitter post referring to claims that the DNC had slanted the candidate-selection process to favor Clinton. “Need further proof that the fix was in from Pres. Obama on down? BUSTED: 19,252 Emails from DNC Leaked by Wikileaks.” WikiLeaks has […]
An online prankster has become the first British citizen charged in the United States for “Swatting”, a growing trend of using local law enforcement to raid innocent people’s homes as a prank. The man, Robert McDaid, has been charged with three offenses, and if convicted could face a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison. […]
Sunday, passengers on board Air Force One were surprised to see a military cargo plane flying near them just before landing at Joint Base Andrews near Washington DC. The passengers noticed the aircraft around 6:23 pm as they were descending to the airfield. Those from the media who saw the other plane, including a television audio […]
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.
