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Reports are emerging of an anti-terror operation conducted early Wednesday morning in Lille, France. Members of the elite French special forces anti-terrorism unit known as RAID (Research, Assistance, Intervention, and Dissuasion) were dispatched to two locations within the city, where they have reportedly taken two women into custody. RAID used explosives to breach the door […]
A brawl between supporters of President Erdogan of Turkey and his critics erupted in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, drawing sharp criticism from political leaders in the United States. 11 people were wounded in the melee, including a police officer, as the pro-Erdogan group rushed an organized protest outside of the Turkish embassy. Two Secret Service […]
Last month, Steve Stephens, a 37-year-old man who worked with developmentally challenged children, shocked the word when he executed 74-year-old Robert Godwin while broadcasting live video on Facebook. Stephens, who would later tell his mother he committed the heinous crime because he was angry at his girlfriend, would lead law enforcement on a manhunt spanning […]
Forensic scientists are often tasked with the unenviable job of trying to determine a cause of death and associated timeline using human remains discovered in outdoor environments, which means developing a thorough understanding of both human decomposition and the behavior of scavenger animals that feed off of dead things in the forest. Foxes, turkey vultures, raccoons, coyotes, […]
A United States Army soldier at Fort Polk, Louisiana, has been detained after setting off explosives and possessing other bomb making material. Chlorine tablets were reportedly part of one explosion, with more found in the detained soldier’s vehicle. The incident began on Wednesday, April 12th, when local residents described hearing the sounds of explosives coming […]
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. […]
Her daughter had been missing for about a month when Maria Reyes hacked into the 15-year-old’s Facebook account and discovered the death threats. “Those guys want to kill you,” warned one private message in Spanish. “They have already given permission to take you out.” “Get ready,” said another. The profiles of the people making the […]
While violent crime statistics continue to drop in the United States, one of the most horrific types of crimes, mass shootings, continue to gain prevalence both home and abroad. While mass shootings are not a new development historically, American mass shootings – which often take place in civilian heavy populations like schools – present a […]
Many transitioning veterans may not realize it, but the skills acquired in the military, especially within special operations and combat arms, are highly valued by American federal law enforcement agencies. Agencies like the FBI, DEA, ATF, Customs and Border Patrol, and the Secret Service already give 10-point veterans preference to applicants with military service, bumping […]
We tend to devote a lot of time to discussing firearms, in large part because we love them, but also because they’re an essential tool for the warfighter – and in some cases – for the defense of ourselves and others in a domestic setting. I carry a full frame 1911 every day, not because […]
On January 12th, Thomas Yoxall was heading down Interstate 10 with his fiancée en route to California when they came across a state patrol car with its emergency lights on and flares surrounding an accident. As they slowed down, another thing soon came into view: a man pounding a downed state trooper’s head into the […]
If you’ve been in law enforcement or the military there’s a good chance you’ve likely tried out more than one tactical boot. Maybe you found that you didn’t know your true boot size or perhaps the boots fell apart after a short amount of use. In any case it’s good to garner more information on boots. […]
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.
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