From innovative trekking gear to collaborations with pop culture favorites, this week serves up quite a few surprises. For starters, gas prices continue to soar, making alternate forms of transportation more attractive than ever. So, a new e-bike conversion kit and futuristic motorbike look more practical than they might have seemed just a few months ago. We’re also stoked about Gossamer Gear’s insanely lightweight trekking poles and an extra-durable new wearable from Whoop. There are also a couple of cool collaborations here, including Metallica-themed work boots and Harry Potter-themed watches. And for those preparing for an extra-hot summer working outdoors,…
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Iran has handed over its latest proposal for negotiations with the United States to mediators in Pakistan, Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency reported Friday. The U.S. and Pakistan did not immediately confirm receiving the new proposal. There was no word on what details are included in the plan submitted late Thursday, according to the report. A shaky three-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran appears to be still holding though both countries have traded accusations of violations. While the ceasefire has largely halted fighting in Iran, the U.S. and Iran are locked in a standoff over the…
Grizzly bears are one of America’s most iconic species. Whether it’s fear or awe, few animals spark more visceral reactions. And it’s the animal that’s at the heart of a raging political debate in California. A bill recently introduced to the California Legislature would start the process of bringing back grizzly bears to the state, after an absence of nearly a century. The effort is leading to questions of just how proactive conservation should be. The History of Grizzly Bears Grizzly bears were once widespread in the state. According to estimates from the National Park Service (NPS), before the Gold…
The ATF doesn’t give us much to celebrate, but they have now. I’m mostly stoked about what’s happened, and the fact that Everytown is very upset about it just makes me like them even more. Especially the whole “engaged in the business” thing. While the groundwork was laid by law in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the ATF took it way beyond what the law specified. They got stupid, as per usual, and that’s part of why these changes are happening.But while Everytown made it clear they don’t like it, their buddies at The Trace–which…
2026 is almost halfway done, and now is as good a time as any to start thinking about which game is going to take the coveted Game of the Year award in December. In just a few short months, the gaming world has become incredibly stacked in just about every genre imaginable, with unreal sequels, spin-offs, and new IPs all sprinting towards the finish line to claim the prize for themselves. Picking a winner at this point is pretty difficult, especially given how many more games are coming out between now and the award season, but what is clear is…
The historically low snowpack across the western U.S. is already affecting spring and summer recreation. On April 30, the GoPro Mountain Games announced changes to its event schedule and locations due to expected low water levels. The games are outright canceling four water competitions and are moving the remaining five to other areas of the state. “Contingency planning is part of every Mountain Games, as water levels fluctuate from year to year, which is why our team has spent the last several months monitoring conditions and working to find solutions,” Peggy Wolfe, senior director of operations for the Vail Valley…
A woman who was allegedly assaulted by sailors and had videos of her naked self disseminated online has filed a $7 million legal complaint against the U.S. Navy and Department of Defense. The victim, identified only as Jane Doe in the Federal Tort Claims Act administrative complaint filed Wednesday, alleges that a group of 10-15 Navy Sailors assaulted her in 2024 outside a San Diego nightclub. Videos of the female civilian, who is married to a sailor, were purportedly recorded and later circulated across social media and among the Navy community. It is also alleged that the Navy’s security department…
Israel’s defense minister, Israel Katz, said that West Jerusalem needs to be prepared to resume attacks on Iran. This announcement comes as media reports claiming that the head of US Central Command, Brad Cooper, has briefed US President Donald Trump on a plan for the potential renewal of military action against Iran in a bid to pressure it to consent to a more favorable peace deal. According to The Jerusalem Post, what Cooper described as the “final blow” against Tehran could include a “short and powerful wave of strikes” targeting Iran’s “remaining military assets, leadership and infrastructure.” Pentagon Prepares “Final Blow”…
MIAMI (AP) — A former Miami congressman and longtime friend of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was convicted Friday in connection with a secret $50 million lobbying campaign on behalf of Venezuela during the first Trump administration. Jurors found Republican David Rivera and an associate, Esther Nuhfer, guilty on all counts, including failing to register as a foreign agent with the Justice Department and conspiracy to commit money laundering as part of their work for former President Nicolás Maduro’s government. Much as he did throughout the trial, Rivera stood stone-faced as the jury delivered its verdict. Rivera had been…
War is bad for business, unless you’re an arms dealer. It puts the economy into decline, makes people not spend, and can affect supply lines. When World War Two broke out, the US was in one of the better positions compared to the rest of the world to weather the storm. While there was a huge industrial effort to produce as much equipment, weapons, and vehicles for the army as possible, people back home had to get around and still needed new cars. General Motors was one of the most popular automotive companies at this time – with the onslaught…
Summary Not giving up nuclear program: Iran will “guard” its “advanced technologies” like it does its own borders, Mojtaba Khamenei said in a written speech read aloud by state TV. It will “secure the Persian Gulf region and dismantle the hostile enemy’s exploitation of this waterway.” US military teases cutting-edge, not yet tested in battle, hypersonic missiles for the Mideast region as CENTCOM head set to brief Trump on further military options at White House. Brent crude for June delivery reached as much as $126 a barrel in trading on Thursday, before easing to $114, as oil prices have surged to their highest levels since…
In theory, preemption laws should stop local governments from trying to push through local gun control. After all, they know it won’t stand as it violates state law, so why bother? Why not do something more productive, like licking door knobs and calling them “Lucille.” Yeah, I’m not running on much sleep right now, so things could get weird. Anywho…preemption.The truth of the matter is that despite the laws on the books in numerous states, you still get little twerp in local government who thinks he or she matters more than they do, trying to…
Free Comic Book Day returns! Service members, veterans and military families have a chance to pick up new titles at no cost from thousands of participating shops across the country. The annual event, held on the first Saturday in May, has grown into a staple for comic fans. More than 2,000 stores hand out millions of books each year. This year, however, comes with a subtle shift behind the scenes that could shape how the event looks going forward. What Is Free Comic Book Day and When Is It? Free Comic Book Day is an annual promotion that brings readers…
WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeared before Congress at a pair of hourslong hearings this week for the first time since the Trump administration went to war against Iran, with the Pentagon chief facing tough questions from skeptical Democrats. Hegseth seemed to emerge with solid Republican support over his leadership and handling of the war. But a few GOP lawmakers questioned his dismissal of a top Army general, while some sought assurances that the Pentagon is doing everything possible to prevent civilian deaths. The hearings Wednesday and Thursday before the House and Senate Armed Services committees delved into the…
KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is seeking details of a short-term ceasefire Russia proposed to U.S. President Donald Trump, he said in a post on Telegram on Thursday. Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed a May 9 ceasefire to coincide with Victory Day in Russia in a phone call with Trump the previous day, according to the Kremlin. “We have instructed our representatives to contact the United States president’s team and clarify the details of the Russian proposal for a short-term ceasefire,” Zelenskyy said. Meanwhile, Russian attacks overnight killed one person in the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro and…
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Retired U.S. Army specialist turned Detroit-area supermarket cashier Ed Bambas has seen it all, including what he says is the remarkable kindness and generosity of strangers. At 88 years old, Bambas can’t believe he has nearly $2 million dollars in the bank thanks to a GoFundMe page that was set up on his behalf. The struggling octogenarian, Army veteran, former General Motors assembly man and widower has been working 40 hours a week in a grocery store simply to make ends meet – and now wants to pay his good fortune forward. Influencer Sam Weidenhofer joins Ed Bombas on new…
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U.S. Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) and Ted Budd (R-NC) on Thursday introduced the Veterans Protection from Fraud Act of 2026, a bipartisan proposal aimed at increasing criminal penalties for individuals who deliberately target veterans in fraud schemes. The bill, introduced in the 119th Congress, would amend 18 U.S.C. § 2326 to impose a sentencing enhancement of up to 10 years in prison for defendants convicted of fraud offenses that intentionally target veterans. Lawmakers say the measure is designed to deter increasingly common scams that exploit veterans’ benefits, financial stability, and trust in government institutions. “Every day, our servicemembers risk…
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Oshkosh Defense is giving Marines a close-up look at new expeditionary power and mobility solutions this week at Modern Day Marine, tools built to help units disperse, maneuver and stay effective in contested maritime environments. The company featured two platforms during the April 28-30 event in the Washington, D.C. area. Both draw on Oshkosh’s proven designs to address the demands of distributed operations where traditional support may be limited. ROGUE-Fires Brings Land-Based Sea Denial Capability The Remotely Operated Ground Unit for Expeditionary Fires, or ROGUE-Fires, pairs the Navy/Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System (NMESIS) with an autonomous platform built on the…
