This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at the Economic Collapse Blog under the title: We Are Entering The Most Dangerous Chapter Of World War III That We Have Experienced So Far, As The Agreement With Iran Collapses A lot of people out there still don’t realize that we are literally watching World War III play out right in front of our eyes. The war between Russia and Ukraine is already longer than World War I was, and every single ceasefire in the Middle East that has been agreed to since October 7th, 2023 has ultimately collapsed. Just a…

There are now two injunctions blocking enforcement of the ban on so-called assault firearms and large capacity magazines set to take effect on July 1, after a judge in Washington County, Virginia sided with the National Rifle Association, Virginia Shooting Sports Association, and several individual gun owner and gun sellers who’d sued over the law.  Washington Circuit Judge Jeffrey Campbell handed down his ruling on Monday afternoon, delivering a big win to the plaintiffs and a stinging defeat to the defendants, including multiple Commonwealth’s Attorneys and Virginia State Police Col. Jeffrey Katz. The head of…

A call about a possible gas explosion turned into a deadly confrontation Sunday night after Michigan police say a 61-year-old homeowner pointed a gun at responding officers. According to Local 4 WDIV, the incident began at a home on Saint Francis Street in Livonia, near Eight Mile Road and Grand River Avenue. Police were initially dispatched after reports of an explosion at the residence. As firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze, investigators discovered what they believe were intentionally cut gas lines, prompting a suspected arson investigation. Once the fire was under control, crews began searching for the homeowner, who lived…

The Department of Veterans Affairs has dramatically reduced the time it takes to process disability claims, pension benefits and survivor compensation as of 2026, posting some of the strongest performance numbers the agency has recorded in recent years. The average number of days needed to complete a disability claim fell from 141.5 days to 80.7 days since the start of the current presidential administration, a 43 percent reduction, the VA announced in April. The agency also reported that its claims-processing accuracy rate had risen to 94.02 percent, the highest 12-month accuracy rate in the past two years. The numbers extended…

If you’re in the market for a piston-driven .308 that promises precision without sacrificing reliability, Primary Weapons Systems has something new to put on your radar. The Idaho-based manufacturer has announced its updated MK2 MOD 2-M rifle, available with either a 16-inch or 18-inch barrel. Both versions are chambered in .308 Winchester and backed by PWS’s sub-MOA accuracy guarantee when paired with quality match ammunition. The biggest decision comes down to how you plan to use it. The 16-inch model keeps things compact and maneuverable, making it a solid option for hunting, patrol, or anyone who prefers a handier rifle.…

The Family Separation Allowance sat at $250 per month for more than two decades, through multiple wars, multiple surges and a period of sustained operational tempo that put more American families through more separations than any stretch since Vietnam. But on Dec. 18, 2025, when President Trump signed into law the fiscal 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, that changed. The FSA is now $300 per month. FSA applies to service members with dependents who are involuntarily separated from those dependents for more than 30 continuous days due to military orders. Three categories all pay at the same $300 monthly rate.…

Canada is just one of many gun-controlled nations. They didn’t use to be this awful, but thanks to Justin Trudeau, they are now and are likely to get even worse as things continue. And, as has happened pretty much everywhere, it was predicated on stopping crime. That’s what our own domestic bunch tells us, too, and they try to make the claim that crime in all these other countries is so much less than ours.First, let’s keep in mind that our non-gun homicide rate has historically been higher than most developed nations’ total homicide rates,…

America’s 250th birthday has inspired a wave of commemorative firearms, and Chiappa USA is the latest manufacturer to join the celebration. The company has announced the new 1911 Field Special 250th Independence Edition, a limited-production pistol honoring the nation’s semiquincentennial. And if exclusivity is your thing, you’ll want to move quickly. Only 250 will be produced. Available exclusively through Chattanooga Shooting Supply, the pistol starts with Chiappa’s full-size 1911 Field platform before adding a healthy dose of patriotic flair. The biggest eye-catcher is the Blue Navy Cerakote finish, accented with an intricate laser-etched commemorative design celebrating America’s 250 years of…

One of the biggest hurdles to overcome when transitioning from a military to civilian career is the idea of self-promotion. When is it too much? When is it arrogance? When is it necessary, and when is it weird? Military-rooted values often confuse the issue. Values of “service before self,” for example, stipulate that you are to claim responsibility and accountability, but not pursue recognition or credit for your service. For many of the veterans I’ve coached, the idea of promoting themselves and their accomplishments garnered while in uniform seems to contradict military values and feels like bragging. Read More: Controlling…

A United States Department of Agriculture facility has opened up to combat the New World screwworm parasite infecting animals in Mexico and the US. The facility will produce millions of sterile flies to combat the screwworm. The USDA invested about $21 million to renovate and convert an existing fruit fly facility in Metapa, Mexico. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said construction began about 11 months ago. While the site is not yet fully complete, officials expect it to begin producing 30 million sterile flies by mid-July. “The more sterile flies we produce and deploy, the faster we can suppress and ultimately…

So there I was, minding my own business on Facebook, when I stumbled upon a post in a knife group where one of the other members was unloading a bunch of their knives. I was scrolling through the pictures when one really stood out to me. It was a stout little bugger with blue Micarta handles and a sheepsfoot blade — for $40! I did a quick Google search of the image, and it came up as a Petrified Fish Flavorist. Who in the what now? Anyway, I reached out to the guy selling it, and he was happy to…

Trying to identify who serves on the Board of Trustees of the NRA (1791) Foundation has been a task. With the recent rebranding, the Foundation published their list of trustees. Prior to the feud going public between the NRA Foundation — now rebranded to 1791 Foundation — and their parent organization, the National Rifle Association, queries were sent to the Foundation about their dealings. Dating back to November 2025, the Foundation and NRA were both asked: Who serves as trustees of the 501(c)(3) Foundation? Since then, more requests were made; all of those requests went…