These days it seems foolish not to go with a hybrid vehicle and take advantage of returns of 40 miles-per-gallon (MPG) and over. It’s an easy decision for new car buyers looking for fuel economy, as a hybrid vehicle’s battery should last eight to 15 years (100,000 to 150,000 miles), while some brands, like Toyota, cover batteries up to 150,000 miles. However, it’s a real concern when it comes to buying a used hybrid vehicle that you may own at the point it needs a new battery pack. That doesn’t mean a used hybrid vehicle instantly needs a new battery,…

As the tenth day of renewed strikes begins, the United States is mulling a plan to ignite a much wider war with Iran than it currently is engaged in. Media outlets in the US claim that Washington’s war mongers are planning to enter into an all-out war with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The Washington Post reported on Sunday that Washington is ramping up its air war assets in the Middle East, while it is unaware that it lacks the resources and assets for an extended military campaign in Iran. The warning comes as the Pentagon confirmed that at…

Running is often called a simple sport, but once you start adding hydration, layers, nutrition, navigation, and safety gear, the costs add up quickly. Kiprun, Decathlon’s premier running brand, focuses on making performance gear accessible. While Kiprun is still gaining traction in the U.S., the brand has a massive presence in Europe, where runners have relied on its products for years. I tested the Kiprun 5L Trail Running Bag — yes, they call it a bag — over a month of training in Crested Butte, Colo. I logged long mountain days, hill repeats, and everything in between. During that time,…

A Massachusetts prosecutor has concluded that a Springfield woman acted lawfully when she fatally shot a man who investigators say arrived at her home, started a fight with her husband, and then pointed a handgun at him. The decision closes a tragic case that claimed the life of 35-year-old Robert Murchison, a well-known youth football coach remembered by friends and players for his work mentoring kids in the Springfield community. But it also serves as a sobering reminder of how quickly confrontations can spiral into irreversible tragedy. According to reporting by Western Mass News and the Hampden District Attorney’s Office,…

A year ago, Ford announced its intention to bring a roughly $30,000 electric pickup truck to the US market in 2027. With half a year before that year arrives (and probably a bit longer for the actual reveal), we’ve started to see some prototype models in photos. Some have come from Ford itself, and others from professional spy photographers. Our latest ones come from a total civilian who ran across a couple of them at a Tesla charging station. It’s All About The Charging Port From what we can tell, this pair of Ford electric pickups was spotted by X…

As a backpacker, I have always been skeptical of integrated stove systems. Why spend over $130 on a fancy contraption when I just want something to boil water? After testing the GSI Glacier Canister Top Stove for several months, I am once again reassured in my skepticism. This device proves that a pot, fuel, and a reliable canister stove are all you need. GSI Outdoors recently redesigned its flagship stove, and the new version is lighter and more compact. I used this stove on several camping trips in the spring and on a week-long backpacking trip along the Oregon coast.…