Joining the U.S. Marine Corps means becoming part of an elite fighting force of 180,000 active-duty men and women with a unique mission. Part of the Department of the Navy, the Marines operate in close cooperation with U.S. naval forces at sea. The small, nimble Marines operate all over the globe and frequently take on risky missions. They serve on U.S. Navy ships, protect naval bases, guard U.S. embassies and are a major deterrent to aggression around the world. Requirements to Join the Marines Enlisted Enlisted Marines are the backbone of the Corps, making up about 88% of the service.…
If you are interested in supporting the US Navy’s mission to make the seas free and safe for travel and trade, then join the more than 400,000 active-duty and reserve men and women who do that daily. Opportunities range from serving on surface ships or submarines to flying jets from a carrier to working in the fields of electronics, engineering, cyber warfare, nuclear propulsion and aviation, to serving in special operations or intelligence while possibly traveling the world. Requirements to Join the Navy Enlisted Enlisted sailors are the backbone of the Navy, making up about 83% of the service. Each…
The biggest lesson? Don’t give an inch. After the 2025 terror attack at Australia’s Bondi Beach, the federal government quickly announced its plans for another “buyback” of firearms, new restrictions on the number of guns that can be owned, and more restrictions on who can own them. The federal government is setting the terms of the compensated confiscation scheme, but it’s up to individual states to participate. So far, only New South Wales has committed to the gun round-up, but almost every state has introduced legislation that would impose more restrictions on lawful owners to one degree…
The United States Space Force (USSF) is the sixth, smallest, and newest military service branch, created in 2019 from the Department of the Air Force. It consists of about 9,400 active-duty members, all known as Guardians. The Space Force is tasked with protecting U.S. and allied interests in space, most notably protecting and defending the massive U.S. satellite fleet. Its domains include the Global Positioning System (GPS), cyber operations, advancing defense technology and more. The Space Force evolved from the Air Force Space Command, which was activated in 1982. All airmen who were previously assigned to Air Force Space Command…
If you already have a VA loan, you’ve probably heard that the Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan, or IRRRL, is the fastest, easiest way to refinance. But what happens when current VA IRRRL rates are higher than the rate you’re already paying? Does the math still work, or are you just adding costs to your loan for no reason? This article walks through exactly when a VA streamline refinance is worth it even in a higher-rate environment, how to run the break-even math yourself, and what red flags to watch for before you refinance. The IRRRL was built to lower…
For many, the idea of digging a well seems out of reach. Some decide to dig their own well to gain some independence from city and government oversight. Others decide to dig their own well out of necessity (the lack of resources in the area they are in). Whatever the reasoning behind the desire to dig a well, it is important to know everything you can about the process. Our goal is to help educate everyone on the process of digging a well in full detail. We will provide a full-scope overview of the process, provide some videos to further…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Asia-based USS George Washington aircraft carrier is now operating in the Middle East, the U.S. military said Thursday, relieving a long-deployed carrier following reports of mental health challenges and supply shortages aboard while it was supporting the Iran war. U.S. Central Command, which oversees military operations in the Middle East, said on social media that the carrier arrived in the region Wednesday. It was not clear when the USS Abraham Lincoln would arrive back in the U.S. or whether it would make a port stop along the way, but the journey takes just over a month.…
If you are interested in joining the nation’s first line of defense against maritime threats, consider the opportunities available to help the US Coast Guard’s 63,000 active-duty and reserve members protect more than 100,000 miles of the nation’s coastline and inland waterways. Even though the Coast Guard is small, the 63,000 men and women are committed to protecting and defending the U.S. coastline and supporting humanitarian and search and rescue operations. During peacetime, the service reports to the Department of Homeland Security. In wartime or when directed by the President, the Coast Guard operates as a service in the Department…
The weather swings seem wilder than usual this year, but you can be sure the sales will come regardless. Presidents’ Day has been a big sale day for high-ticket items for a while, usually focusing on mattresses, appliances, and TV closeouts after the Super Bowl.Lately, these big sale days have bled into other categories that are more closely aligned with survival and prepping. Outdoor gear gets thrown in as winter starts to wind down. Solar panels and power stations will join any sale they can. Firearms, emergency food, and power tools round out the best categories to find prepping deals…
We don’t generally see many polls of House districts, but there’s a new survey of voters in TX-23 that has some encouraging news for Brandon “The AK Guy” Herrera and his congressional campaign. Remington Research Group is out with the first poll of the district in about five months, and Herrera is leading his Democrat opponent by a healthy margin. The survey showed Herrera with 47 percent of the vote – six points above Democrat Katie Padilla Stout. Another ten percent said they are undecided, and two percent said “someone else.” The survey was taken July 25-28,…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Prince Harry urged communities to better apply service members’ skills when they return to the workforce during an intimate gathering with U.S. veterans Wednesday night. “The world needs more heroes,” he told the roundtable. “And it’s not about creating more heroes because they already live among us. It’s about being able to really value their expertise, their experiences.” The Duke of Sussex, who served 10 years in the British Army, hinted that he’d soon launch a “commercial” solution that “really values those who served rather than expect them to volunteer.” He held the discussion with veterans, defense…
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Peanut butter powder is a great way to add some low-fat protein to the pantry. Peanut butter has plenty of uses, and adding the powdered form to your food storage can make sense. Powdered peanuts aren’t always made the same way, so you’ll run into a variety of tastes, nutrition profiles, and shelf lives between the various brands. The best peanut butter powder is the one that maximizes these qualities without breaking any budgets.This is where we come in. We got our hands on a variety of peanut powder, compared them, taste-tested them, and now the results are in: the…
Texas Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico has outlined key pledges to support veterans living in the state. Talarico, a state lawmaker, is facing off against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a pivotal midterm election. Paxton has been endorsed by President Donald Trump but is locked in a tight race in the traditionally red state. While speaking to a crowd during an event last Friday in Killeen, Texas, Talarico said he would provide additional support to Texas veterans if he is elected this November. Texas has the second-largest population of former military service members in the nation, with more…
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Portable and handheld fans have been around for thousands of years, but have had significant improvements over just the past few years. The best camping fans now give us high air speed, low fan noise, efficient battery use, and are versatile for many applications. Portable fans have been evolving with battery technology, so there is a wide range of lightweight fans to consider from different brands.This is where we come in. We’ve tested a variety of camping fans, compared them, and now the results are in: the overall best, a highly portable option, and a solar fan ideal for tents.…
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea launched about 10 short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea on Thursday, South Korea’s military said, a day after North Korea shrugged off a U.S. decision to scale back military drills with South Korea in an apparent bid to resume diplomacy. The Joint Chiefs of Staff said the launches happened from North Korea’s capital region around 5 p.m. (0800 GMT) on Thursday. The military said the missiles were launched toward North Korea’s eastern waters. The military said South Korea has bolstered its surveillance posture and was closely coordinating information on the launches with the…
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