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I spent years overseeing the guard force security contract at the embassy in Baghdad. I know this 100+ acre compound well, and I know exactly what it means to rely on its defensive systems. There has been a recent shift in the security landscape that every preparedness-minded person needs to pay attention to. Recently, Iranian proxies launched a drone and rocket attack on the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad. One of this world’s most critical and heavily fortified diplomatic facilities isn’t just another localized target. It signals a major change in how warfare and terrorism are conducted—and it has direct ripple…
When Vortex flew me out to Wisconsin for their Media Summit last December, the new Strike Eagle 1-10×24 FFP immediately stood out as one of the “must-haves” for the upcoming year. Right alongside the far more exotic (and far more expensive) AMG 1-10×24 FFP, the budget version is also worth considering if you’re looking to extend your range. Although every Media Summit is a surprise, a 1-10×24 FFP felt like the natural next step for the Strike Eagle family. It has the same approachable, average Joe price bracket, but with a feature set that clearly targets buyers who have done…
Our experts have tested more than 50 of the best fitness watches over the past decade. We pulled together the best for every situation in this guide. Whether you’re a marathoner tracking every BPM or just casually interested in your weekly workouts, there’s something here for you. These watches have been tested and compared for sensor accuracy, battery life, functionality, durability, and fit. Beyond that, we’ve also taken them everywhere — from the summits of volcanoes in the Pacific Northwest to the depths of the canyonlands of Utah — and pushed these devices to the limit to see what breaks.…
Images by the author Let me start by clearing my conscience. I have an addiction, of sorts, but it’s not what you’re thinking (unless you’re thinking about Hoosier breaded tenderloins… I might admit to a weakness where they’re concerned…) Actually, I was thinking about low-power, variable-optic scopes (LPVOs). Where I live and hunt, 150 yards is about it in terms of deer habitat and hunting range. To be sure, the last deer I took was with a Bear Creek Arsenal 7.62×39 AR at a measured 149 yards. The only other deer I can recall measuring a distance for was a…
Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Today marks the first official day in April, which is, coincidentally, the silliest day of the year. To celebrate, the gear brands that we love have put their craziest ideas out on display. Is this innovation at its finest, maybe? Do we enjoy when product design starts thinking outside the box? Absolutely. Whether these outrageous ideas were sparked out of need from the consumer, or to stop your endless doomscrolling, one thing is sure: they did make us laugh. From Crocs for climbing to…
While actual numbers are hard to find for the number of 3D printers in the United States, we do know that the lion’s share of them are sold in the United States, with millions sold each year internationally. That means there are easily a few million 3D printers in private hands. While many of those devices will never make a firearm, many others do. And in most parts of the country, it’s perfectly legal to do so for private use. To sell them, you need the appropriate licenses from the ATF, but even then, it’s…
Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Subaru just revealed two eco-friendly SUVs, including its most powerful vehicle ever. The 2027 Subaru Getaway is a brand-new three-row electric vehicle that makes 420 horsepower. The Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid brings the fuel-sipping hybrid system to the Wilderness off-road model for the very first time. 2027 Getaway Is the Most Powerful Subaru Yet (Photo/Subaru) The 2027 Subaru Getaway is the company’s latest EV, bringing the lineup to four. It will be the longest, with room for three rows of seats, but also the…
United States ruler Donald Trump said that the U.S. military could seize Kharg Island on Monday, even as Iran has allowed twenty American oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump shared a video on Truth Social on Monday showing a military strike in Iran at night. Kharg Island is home to a major oil terminal that is considered the country’s economic lifeline. In an interview with the Financial Times, as reported by The BBC on Sunday, Trump said he wants to “take” Iran’s oil and was considering seizing Kharg Island. But he added an operation “would mean we had to…
This article was originally published by Mike Adams at Natural News. Trump’s Newfound ‘Peace’ is a Desperate, Empty Ploy I believe we are witnessing the final, gasping act of a failed presidency. Just this week, after weeks of a brutal, unnecessary war launched jointly with Israel against Iran, Donald Trump has suddenly begun speaking of ‘very good and productive conversations’ for a ‘complete and total resolution’ of hostilities [1]. To anyone paying attention, this is not diplomacy; it is a panicked, face-saving maneuver by a leader who has catastrophically miscalculated. The media’s eager framing of potential talks is a narrative designed…
Just when you thought the water bottle craze had died down, here comes something completely different. First, YETI made every tumbler heavier than a tire iron. Then, VSCO girls and their Hydro Flasks turned bottles into fashion accessories. And most recently, everyone went bananas for Stanley’s Quencher because it had a straw in it. But right when things started to mellow out, an email pops into my inbox with the subject, “Introducing the Ferrari of water bottles!” OKAPA, a California-based startup, justifies the claim with a combination of precision engineering and superior materials — of course, the $300 price tag is…
After the Bondi Beach terror attack last December, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was quick to announce plans for a national gun “buyback”, along with new restrictions on the types of arms that would be available for sale and prohibiting non-native Australians from owning firearms. Rather than a federal compensated confiscation scheme, Albanese and the federal government wanted states to take the lead. The feds would provide half of the funds, but it would be up to state government and law enforcement to come up with the rest of the money, as well as actually…
Raide Research has only been around for a few years, and its products are making waves. The brand keeps hitting home runs — from its TourTech Bibs, to its ice-axe compatible LF 2L waist pack, and, of course, its cult classic LF 30 and 40L backpacks. It hasn’t missed the mark yet. That’s why GearJunkie got so excited to see that this month, Raide launched a completely new pack, built for the biggest and gnarliest backcountry and alpine missions. The EX 55L ($549) is the brand’s first expedition pack. Like its other equipment, it’s bombproof, made with the highest-quality materials…
To hear the urban elite tell it, the problem in our country is that there are just too many guns. We need to curtail that, to discourage people from exercising their right to keep and bear arms, and make it so that only certain, approved parties have firearms lawfully. It’s funny how they keep saying it despite the fact that we’ve got more gun ownership than ever before, more people carrying guns than ever before, and violent crime is down over the last few years. Weird.Yet it is an unfortunate fact that horrible things do…
Iran has listed a new condition before ending the war with the United States. Tehran is seeking full sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz. This has not been on Iran’s list prior to yesterday, and Donald Trump, the U.S. president, has told other ruling classes to head to the waterway and just take the Strait of Hormuz. Trump Threatens to Take Tehran’s Oil as Iran Says U.S. Proposal Is “Unrealistic” The narrow waterway through which a fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) ordinarily passes has emerged as the Islamic Republic’s most potent weapon. And it is now…
Mark it on the map. A new 2027 Volkswagen Atlas has just been unveiled at the New York International Auto Show. This VW gets smoother sheet metal, a new engine, and new in-cabin tech. All that also comes with the same large interior space and more standard features than before. Atlas Gets Smoother, Fancier for New Year (Photo/Volkswagen) The Atlas is VW’s largest SUV, and it’s a big deal for the brand on the sales sheet as well. The company isn’t rocking that boat, so the 2027 Atlas is all-new but also familiar. The body is the same shape, but…
Thanks to a quirk in federal law, for nearly a century it’s been illegal to use the United States Postal Service to ship “pistols, revolvers, and other firearms capable of being concealed on the person,” even though long guns can be mailed with no issue. In January of this year, though, the DOJ’s Office of Legal Counsel issued a formal opinion stating the ban violates the Second Amendment. According to the OLC:Although this statute does not prohibit the shipment of concealable firearms by private companies, major express services currently forbid all persons from shipping firearms,…
Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Need help finding the ideal outfit for everyday outdoor adventure? We get it. Sometimes the options don’t add up, between the ounce counts, wicking membranes, and proprietary tech. It seems like outerwear is only about performance. That’s why we’re partnering with FP Movement to help you rediscover the unspoken reasons you reach for that favorite top: the empowering intangibles of style and self-expression. That look-forward celebration of individuality that inspires you to get outside — and that still performs when it matters on-trail. For…
Idaho, like most Mountain West states (excluding Colorado), has pretty solid statutes with respect to the Second Amendment. A pair of Republican lawmakers, though, says the state can still improve on its laws by scrapping the “gun-free” status of government buildings that house courtrooms along with other county government offices. While HB 621 wouldn’t allow firearms to be carried in the courtrooms, some officials who testified in opposition to the bill said it would still put employees and the public at risk. Ada County Clerk Trent Tripple says his county saved millions of dollars by combining…
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The Army has expanded eligibility for combat patches, allowing more soldiers deployed in the Middle East and Africa to wear the insignia traditionally associated with wartime service. The move reflects a broader shift in how the Army recognizes deployments in environments that carry real risk but do not fit neatly into traditional definitions of combat.New Policy Extends Combat Patch EligibilityIn March 2026, the Army approved a new policy authorizing combat patches for soldiers supporting operations tied to the conflict with Iran in areas under US Central Command and US Africa Command. The memo, signed by Army Chief of Staff Gen.…
