Canada is reeling after one of the deadliest school shootings in its modern history left 10 people dead, including the suspect, in the rural community of Tumbler Ridge. Authorities have identified the shooter as 18-year-old transgender former student Jesse Van Rootselaar, according to reporting from the New York Post. The Timeline The attack began Tuesday afternoon at a residence before moving to Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, a grades 7–12 school with roughly 160 students. Police say the suspect killed his mother, 39-year-old Jennifer Strang. And his 11-year-old stepbrother at the home. He then went to the school, where six additional…
Monstrum Tactical seems to be a company that produces a wide variety of products; most of them are on the cheap side. Over time, they seemed to go from small attachments into the world of optics. They’ve thrown out a lot of unique-looking optics in traditional formats. The B.O.P., which stands for Bird of Prey, is a compact shotgun red dot. Looking at this thing makes it clear that the B.O.P. is inspired by the Viper SG Micro Red Dot Sight. The two optics use a remarkably similar design. The Viper SG and the B.O.P. are both enclosed emitter dots,…
Things aren’t great in the Old Dominion State. My old stomping grounds haven’t just swung back toward embracing gun control. They’ve got full-on California with the things that supposedly moderate Gov. Abigail Spanberger has supported regarding infringing on gun rights. Honestly, there’s nothing good that seems to be coming out of there other than Cam’s dispatches from behind what have become enemy lines.But not everyone is rolling over and showing their belly. The Second Amendment sanctuary movement in Virginia is still alive and kicking, apparently.On Friday, Lynchburg voted to renew its Second Amendment sanctuary status.Originally…
Nearly four years after the horrific May 14, 2022 massacre at a Tops Friendly Markets on Jefferson Avenue, a new legal chapter just closed. And it could have serious implications for the firearms industry. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced partial settlements involving magazine-lock manufacturer MEAN LLC, gun dealer Vintage Firearms LLC, and the shooter’s parents. The coordinated resolution includes a $1.75 million payment from MEAN LLC to families and survivors. As part of the agreement, the company will stop selling its MA Lock device in New York and remove marketing claims suggesting the product made rifles compliant with…
When billionaire couple Laura and John Arnold cut another check to the RAND Corporation for the latest edition of “The Science of Gun Policy,” the outcome was as predictable as ever. After all, when you’re footing the entire bill, you tend to get the results you’re looking for. This marks the fifth annual installment of RAND’s “Guns in America” initiative, and once again, it delivers exactly what its funders wanted to hear: guns are dangerous, and Americans need more restrictions on their Second Amendment rights. Follow the Money Here’s what you need to know about the funding: Before 2018, RAND…
The Department of Justice has been arguing for months now that various courts should either uphold federal statutes prohibiting gun ownership for anyone convicted of a crime punishable by more than a year in prison, or at the very least hold off judgment until the DOJ’s rights restoration rule takes effect and individual plaintiffs try to regain their rights through that process. The DOJ reiterated that stance before an en banc panel of the Third Circuit today in two separate cases challenging Section 922(g)(1), but in doing so the government ended up demonstrating why the…
I do not envy our friends in the Great White North.At one time, they had gun control laws that were actually kind of tolerable. Yeah, they had stupid ones, but they could also get short-barreled rifles and shotguns over the counter at their local gun store, so there were upsides, too. But that was before Justin Trudeau had to deflect from a “brown face” scandal and leveraged the media’s hatred of gun ownership to do so. Now, things aren’t what they used to be, with a literal gun grab set to take place soon.And the…
Liberty’s high-velocity 9mm Spike chosen by the world’s oldest security firm Liberty Ammunition announced this week that Brink’s U.S. has selected the company’s ammunition for executive protection duties, marking a significant endorsement from the security industry giant. The Bradenton, Florida-based ammunition manufacturer will supply Brink’s protection teams with its 9mm Spike load, a specialized round engineered specifically for the demands of executive protection work. The 55-grain, all-copper projectile features an integral spike design that enables deep penetration through barriers while creating a permanent wound channel—critical capabilities when threats may involve vehicle glass, heavy clothing, or intermediate obstacles. “We support several…
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban claimed that both Kiev and Brussels have declared war on his country. Orban has repeatedly blasted the European Union’s reported plan to make Ukraine a member in spite of Budapest’s objections. But does that mean war? Orban thinks it could be possible. According to a report by Politico, as reported by RT, EU officials want to relax admission criteria and offer Kiev limited privileges in a membership offer scheduled for 2027. Orban has been identified as the main obstacle to the controversial move, with sources suggesting he must be removed in Hungary’s forthcoming election, whether…
Iran has offered a compromise on its nuclear enrichment program. Tehran said that it would be willing to dilute its highly enriched uranium if all sanctions on the country were lifted. Washington has long accused Tehran of trying to create nuclear weapons, while Iran has maintained that its program is strictly civilian. WAR: Israel Launches Airstrikes On Syria Immediately After Trump Withdraws From Iran Nuclear Deal Iran’s nuclear chief, Mohammad Eslami, made the comments to reporters on Monday. The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) signaled Tehran was ready to show some flexibility on the United States’…
With a career focused on photographing pro skiers, writing about new ski operations, and reviewing the latest ski technology, I spend about as many hours in my ski boots as I do with my wife during the winter months. Therefore, cold toes, sore shins, and an average heel hold aren’t compromises I care to make. That’s what led me to ZipFit, a boutique Colorado-based brand known for its proprietary cork insulation. ZipFit liners are, generally speaking, warmer, more secure, and ultra-durable. They can outlast the shells they live in. The only issue? They are heavy, sometimes double the weight of…
On Monday, I covered a newly introduced bill in Wyoming that would compensate gun owners for their legal fees if they were arrested and charged with a shooting but saw those charges dropped or were acquitted on the basis of self-defense. I’d hoped that the bill would make progress this session, even though under the legislature’s rules for bills in a budget year like this one, two-thirds support is needed to keep the bill alive. As it turns out, HB 14 couldn’t even get a simple majority on Tuesday, and was officially passed by on a…
At a time when tactical flippers, OTFs, and tip-up carries are filling the shelves, Case Knives is opening 2026 with a mix of heritage returns and modern reinterpretations. The Cheetah Cub Vault pattern, the Crossroads XR Barlow, and the all‑new Axe Handle. Together, they show how Case continues to balance collector interest with practical everyday carry. Cheetah Cub: A Vault Pattern Returns The Cheetah Cub returns in 2026 as the Case XX Vault Pattern, reviving a compact design originally introduced in 2005. The Cub is a scaled‑down version of the original Cheetah, measuring 3.5 inches closed, and is immediately recognizable…
On Saturday, world champion skydiver Pierre Wolnik was in the middle of a jump off Mont Blanc when tragedy struck. His parachute failed to open, and Wolnik died from the impact of hitting the ground. The renowned French daredevil was 37. What Happened? On Feb. 7, Wolnik, clad in a wingsuit, rode a helicopter up to the top of the Mont Blanc range. According to Le Figaro, he jumped out of the aircraft. During his descent, however, his parachute malfunctioned and did not open. View this post on Instagram After several seconds of free fall, Wolnik hit the ground in…
While most states have some form of preemption law on the books, the problem with many of them is that they just say local governments can’t pass their own gun control laws. There aren’t any actual teeth in those laws. So, as a result, local officials can do what they want and then just hope the courts will side with them. This costs both the city and state money, as well as infringing on people’s rights in direct violation of what the state intended.Take Savannah, Georgia, for example. Georgia is a preemption state, and local…
The Pulsar Symbion LRF DXT50 is a new multispectral binocular. That means it combines thermal imaging, digital day/night vision, and laser ranging into a single system. Recently, Pulsar introduced it as part of their new Symbion platform. The DXT50 is aimed at hunters and professional users who need continuous visibility across changing light and terrain. Rather than forcing users to move between separate optics, the Symbion integrates multiple sensing technologies into one binocular intended for continuous use from daylight through complete darkness. Dual‑Channel Imaging in One Housing At the core of the Symbion DXT50 is a 4K digital imaging system…
The New Mexico State Senate has approved a sweeping ban on common semi-automatic firearms legally owned and used by thousands of lawful citizens for sport, competition and self-defense. The measure, Senate Bill 17, would ban common gas-operated semi-automatic firearms, .50-caliber rifles virtually never used in crimes and firearm magazines holding more than ten rounds under the guise of labeling them all “extremely dangerous weapons.” The measure passed by a 21-17 margin, with all Republican senators and three Democrats voting against the bill. Startlingly, the definition of a “semi-automatic firearm” in the legislation takes in far more than just the AR-style…
China has warned Taiwan that it will be annihilated if the United States supplies ATACMS (Army Tactical Missile System) is deployed for use. Beijing warned Taiwan specifically against using HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System) launchers armed with ATACMS tactical ballistic missiles on islets closer to the mainland than Taiwan. According to a report by RT, Taipei has ordered 82 M142 HIMARS systems and 420 ATACMS munitions under an $11.1 billion arms sale package announced by the US government last December. The ballistic missiles have a range of 300 km, meaning their deployment to the Penghu and Dongyin islands would…
When it comes to riding bikes, even the smallest problems can become a wrench in the spokes. So it’s no surprise that bikepacking, which involves bike-specific racks, packs, and camping gear, has some healthy barriers to entry. That’s where “gear libraries” come in. These gear rentals are often free for those looking to get involved in their local bike community. Of course, the concept of “free” isn’t too common in the U.S., but the community bike groups that manage these resources want to expand a culture of generosity and love of the outdoors. The main issue is simply finding and…
We’re still waiting on the Third Circuit to issue its opinion on New Jersey’s ban on “assault weapons” and “large capacity” magazines after oral arguments were held last fall, but an en banc panel of the appellate court took up more of New Jersey’s restrictions on the right to keep and bear arms on Wednesday morning; the various “sensitive places”, insurance requirements, and other mandates imposed on concealed carry applicants and licensees in the wake of the Bruen decision. The very fact that the Third Circuit decided to take the case en banc after a three-judge…
Browning has introduced the BAR Mk 4, the fourth generation of its long‑running semi‑automatic hunting rifle, updating the platform with improved accuracy, modernized ergonomics, and a broader range of configurations, including factory left‑hand models alongside traditional right‑hand options. Also, there’s a USA 250th Anniversary edition. The BAR Mk 4 builds on John M. Browning’s original gas‑operated autoloading concept that’s more than 100 years old, retaining the system’s reputation for reliability while refining the rifle’s mechanical interface and handling characteristics for modern hunters. Improved Accuracy and Action Design Significantly, one of the changes in the Mk 4 is the new barrel‑to‑receiver…
