This article was originally published by Ryan McMaken at The Mises Institute. In January of 1917, V.I. Lenin was disappointed. He was living in exile in Zurich, having failed to bring about a communist revolution in Russia in the wake of the Russian Revolution of 1905. Yet, being a committed revolutionary, he refused to declare defeat. In a speech to socialists on January 22, Lenin described the failure to win a decisive battle against the Russian regime as a “temporary defeat.” Nonetheless, he did not know when a similar opportunity might arise, and he told his audience: We of the…
The ATF has rolled out a lot of new rules, and on the surface, they all seem to tip things in our favor. Yes, it’s a refreshing change of pace. However, now that we have the actual text of what’s changing and what isn’t, we can begin an in-depth analysis of just whether we’re getting good news or a turd sandwich dressed up like good news. The Second Amendment Foundation announced in a press release that it would begin its own look at these changes.The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) released for…
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran with more bombing Wednesday if it doesn’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz after a report that an agreement is emerging to end the war. Trump posted on social media that the war with Iran could soon end and oil and natural gas shipments could restart. But that all depends on Iran accepting a reported agreement that the U.S. president did not detail. “If they don’t agree, the bombing starts,” Trump wrote. Trump’s threats came after China’s foreign minister called for a comprehensive ceasefire in the Iran war following a meeting with…
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Russia is shifting from individual recruits to ‘professional’ networks to carry out a campaign of sabotage and other attacks across Europe, Poland’s internal security service said in a report published Wednesday. European officials and law enforcement have previously warned that Russia is waging a hybrid war against Europe, including sabotage, arson attacks, and vandalism, as well as influence operations. The Associated Press has tracked more than 150 such incidents linked to Moscow by Western officials since the invasion of Ukraine. Many of the people involved were recruited online as disposable agents and some had no idea…
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Seconds count in any high-flying military rescue operation, whether it involves an injured patient or a soldier in desperate need of medical attention. The Oregon National Guard has mastered these operations by identifying a problem with a newly-issued rescue device, coming up with a solution that has become the new standard for medical evacuations throughout the entire U.S. Army. That solution turned out to be a strap named SK-1189, or Skedco. In June 2025, Oregon became only the third unit in the Army to receive the Vita Vertical Rescue System, or VRS—an advanced hoist stabilization system that stops rescue baskets…
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Many people assume genocide means mass killing, but that assumption does not reflect the entirety of the law. International law defines genocide more broadly, covering a range of acts carried out with the intent to destroy a protected group, even when direct killing is not the primary method. The Holocaust remains the most widely recognized example, but it represents only one application of a broader legal framework. The Legal Definition of Genocide The modern definition comes from the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, adopted in 1948 after World War II. The United States signed…
For many military families, the teenage driving years arrive faster than expected. One minute you’re installing car seats, and the next you’re in the passenger seat reminding your teenager to check their mirrors. At some point, many families start asking the same question: Should we buy our teenager their own car? Like many things in military life, the answer isn’t simple. Frequent moves, changing duty stations and different transportation needs can make the decision more complicated than it might be for civilian families. While a car can provide independence and convenience, it also comes with financial and practical considerations. And…
If you’ve been prepping for more than, say, a day, you know to stockpile things like food, water, and first aid supplies. That’s the easy to remember stuff, right? We all know we’ll need to eat and stay hydrated. However, there are a number of things many preppers overlook in their planning. Things that will certainly come into play at some point during any sort of long-term event. Want to save this post for later? Click Here to Pin It On Pinterest! Condoms Let’s face facts, ok? If there’s no television, no Netflix, and no Internet, many people are going…
We’ve just wrapped up Sexual Assault Awarness Month and we had a chat with Desiree Bergman from NotMe CA about it. We discussed empowering women via increasing access to self-defense options. April was Sexual Assault Awereness Month and in an effort to raise awareness about self-dfense options for women, Bearing Arms had a chance to connect with Desiree Bergman. Bergman is the program director of NotMe CA — a 501(c)(3) that runs NotMeSD, NotMeOC, and NotMeIE programs in California. Bergman is a firearms instructor, advocate, and activist. “Being a gun enthusiast is what I like…
One of the toughest things to do, seemingly, is figuring out how to end a video game. A game can have one of the best stories around, even compared to movies, but if things go badly in the final act, it can alienate fans. Some of the following games have divisive endings that may have done just that, but no one can deny how shocked they were upon originally finishing up these games. Some examples include something recent, like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, something a bit older, like Spec Ops: The Line. Those games and more will be ranked based…
This article was originally published by Willow Tohi at Natural News. U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres declared that billions in U.S.-assessed contributions are legally binding and cannot be tied to reform conditions. Washington reportedly circulated diplomatic notes demanding nine “quick-hit” reforms, including cost-cutting measures and limits on Chinese influence. Proposed U.S. conditions include pension system overhaul, travel restrictions, senior staff cuts, and blocking China from discretionary funds. Guterres acknowledged ongoing reform efforts but insisted funding obligations and structural changes must remain separate issues. U.N. faces severe financial strain, with the United States having paid only $160 million of more than $4…
Not living in California, I’m not familiar with Turner’s Outdoorsman as a store. It’s just not something I’m going to come across on the opposite side of the nation, apparently, which is fine. I respect any chain store that’s able to sell guns widely in such an anti-gun state. But it seems the latest would-be Trump assassin got one of his guns at one of the chain’s locations, and that sparked The Trace to spring into action.And by “spring into action,” I mean engage in some alarmism about the chain.Eight months before Cole Tomas Allen…
The ATF just rolled out one of the biggest regulatory shakeups in years: 34 separate rule changes billed as a “new era of reform.” But according to Gun Owners of America (GOA), gun owners shouldn’t celebrate just yet. “There’s some good and then there’s a lot that we’re skeptical about,” GOA said in its initial breakdown of the package. After years of aggressive rulemaking under the Biden administration, this new package is being framed as a reset. GOA agrees, partially. But they’re also warning: without permanent legal fixes, many of these “wins” could disappear overnight. Repeal Rules: Undoing the Damage……
Officials from the United States and Morocco gathered on Tuesday to dedicate the new consulate General Casablanca, promoting the centuries-old relationship between both nations that they hope will prevail for another 250 years. U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau joined U.S. Ambassador to Morocco Duke Buchan III, Moroccan government officials, and embassy and consulate general personnel at the 6.9-acre site in Casablanca’s Casa Anfa financial district to support expanded cooperation on economic growth, security and regional stability, according to a press release issued by the U.S. State Department. Both nations’ allyship goes back to 1777, when Morocco became the…
On paper, the Nodus Nomad sounds like a practical field watch at a good price. With dual time, compass functionality, a reliable Seiko movement, and 100 m of water resistance, I was intrigued. But the shimmering, sand-colored dial is what really drew me in. I connected with Nodus to arrange a demo. Before I ever got one in my hands, the Nodus Nomad GMT watch underwent extreme testing. At least that’s what the brand claimed, noting that 15 explorers wore prototype Nomads across two weeks along remote terrain, “enduring 124°F heat, violent sandstorms, and wet desert conditions with no logistical…
If there was one theme that kept surfacing during Dr. John Lott’s sit-down on Strictly Speaking: Unfiltered with Bob Frantz at the NRA Convention, it was this: the facts are out there but good luck getting anyone to debate them. Lott, the economist and founder of the Crime Prevention Research Center, didn’t hold back. From his academic career to the reliability of FBI crime data, the conversation hit nearly every pressure point in today’s gun debate. And if you’ve followed Lott for any amount of time, none of it will surprise you. “You Just Can’t Get People to Debate” Lott…
The U.S. on Tuesday approved a potential $373.6 million long-range precision bomb package for Ukraine, offering the East European nation more leeway to potentially strike Russian targets from farther away. The package includes Joint Direct Attack Munition-Extended Range, or JDAM-ER, kits and related equipment, according to the State Department. Boeing is listed as the primary contractor for the proposed sale. Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, prompting strong U.S. support. But that support, in terms of both weapons and financial aid, has dramatically decreased over the past 1 1/2 years. Last week, the second U.S. ambassador to Ukraine announced her…
Just a few months from now, California’s mountain lions will finally have a safe way to cross one of Los Angeles County’s busiest highways. The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing is a vegetated overpass connecting the isolated Santa Monica Mountains to the south with the Simi Hills on the other side of Highway 101. When finished in November, it will be the largest such crossing in the world, offering safe passage to many species that frequently die trying to cross the highway’s 10 lanes of traffic. Bobcats, grey fox, and mule deer will all likely benefit, but the mountain lions benefit…
