A law firm intends to bring legal action on behalf of multiple victims against the U.S. Army following new accusations of sexual misconduct against a doctor performing medical exams of female patients.The Army announced last week that they are currently investigating new allegations of sexual misconduct against a medical provider at the Carl R. Darnell Army Medical Center (CRDAMC) in Fort Hood, Texas. The identity of the doctor, who has been suspended from his position and is no longer providing services to patients, remains unknown.“Fort Hood officials are unable to provide additional information at this time on any specifics involved…
Forget the days when shooters had to spend a fortune for reliable glass. We’re living in a golden age of optics, where even newcomers are producing high-quality, feature-packed sights at reasonable prices. One of those rising names is Gideon Optics, the optics division of JSD Supply. Founded in 2022, this Pennsylvania-based company set out to bridge the gap between affordability and performance. Interestingly, it was named after one of my Old Testament heroes, Gideon. He was a warrior, a leader, and a prophet, and is found in the book of Judges. During the summer of 2023, the company launched its…
I booked a 2-week trip to Iceland in September, knowing the weather might be rainy and unpredictable. Still, I hadn’t anticipated the amount of cold and muck that such conditions create in that part of the world. Thankfully, I’d packed my Merry People Tully Ankle Rain Boots. Whether I was traipsing through puddles at a campsite, enduring a brief sunshower in the capital city of Reykjavik, or hiking through the mist at some of Europe’s largest waterfalls, these boots kept my feet dry and warm. This well-made boot can be worn in all seasons; (photo/Michelle Polizzi) Plus, the platform sole…
A couple of days ago, I wrote a story about a man in the UK who was arrested and charged with terrorism-related offenses simply because he had the recipe for gunpowder. While the story doesn’t explicitly say exactly which recipe he had, it was probably black powder, which is actually a pretty simple concoction. But just possessing the recipe may well land this man in prison, all for a bit of information written on a piece of paper.Now, this is in the UK, not the United States, but some here want to try and prohibit people…
A Very Quantico Christmas After a snowstorm prevents all the presents from being delivered to base, two rival marines must team up for a special mission…to save Christmas. Photo: Parker Young, Janel Parrish Credit: ©2025 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Fred Hayes (Used under fair use) In “Christmas on Duty,” Hallmark’s latest Christmas romp, director Jake Van Wagoner takes audiences to Quantico, Virginia, for a holiday caper that tackles a subject all too familiar to many Marines and veterans: Standing duty on Christmas. While the cozy flick features many of the standard-issue tropes that the holiday romance genre is known for, the Marine…
When five Chinese nationals were caught allegedly taking photos near classified military equipment at Camp Grayling in Northern Michigan in 2023, it wasn’t an isolated incident.Instead, it’s part of a “constant probing” of military installations, the head of the Michigan National Guard told state lawmakers Wednesday, Nov. 5.“The People’s Republic of China are very active in their information gathering, intelligence collection,” said Major General Paul D. Rogers, the adjutant general of the Michigan National Guard. “You see it through businesses, you see it through military sites, training. It’s not uncommon. I’d almost say it’s pretty routine for Chinese nationals ……
Blade aficionados know that having the right tool to get the job done is a non-negotiable. Where ounce-counting backpackers might prioritize weight and packability above all else, hunters might seek out a fixed blade with superior stability for field dressing in rugged conditions. Wherever your next adventure takes you, one thing’s for certain: Case Knives has a high-quality pocket knife for the task at hand. Since 1889, Case Knives have been proudly made in America, in the lively working-class town of Bradford, Penn. Over the years, they’ve filled the pockets of alpine adventurers and accompanied astronauts into space, standing the…
William Kirk of Washington Gun Law opened this one by admitting what most of us were thinking: “We don’t have the intestinal fortitude to sit through Everytown’s new gun training program.” Luckily, Lee Williams — the Gun Writer himself and chief editor of the Second Amendment Foundation’s Investigative Journalism Project — took the hit for the team. Williams, a former cop, veteran, and lifelong instructor, signed up for Everytown’s $20 “Smart Guide to Buying a Gun” course to see what the other side was teaching. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t much. “It was the worst instruction I’ve ever seen,” Williams said.…
Voters handed veterans a powerful spotlight on Election Day on Tuesday, turning New Jersey, New York and Virginia into a showcase for former service members now leading the charge in public office.Election results showed voters rewarding candidates with military backgrounds at every level of government. New Jersey delivered the night’s biggest veteran-related political headline when Democrat Mikie Sherrill, a congresswoman and former Navy helicopter pilot, defeated Republican opponent Ciattarelli in the state’s gubernatorial race by about 13 percentage points.The races and their results were widely viewed as a precursor to the 2026 midterm elections, which typically benefit the party not…
As the federal government shutdown continues into its second month, military service members and their families who live within range of a commissary – and especially the 1.6 million holders of a Military Star credit card – nevertheless have a good chance of accessing food benefits ahead of Thanksgiving and through the month of November.The Army and Air Force Exchange Service, which administers Military Star cards for all services under the Exchange Credit Program, announced Oct. 31 that it was extending its “relief offer” of interest-free commissary purchases through November, with payments deferred for up to 90 days.Retired Army Brig. Gen…
Mass amounts of poultry are once again being culled over suspected bird flu cases. These cases were not confirmed, and the culling measures are being slated as “precautionary.” The birds will be culled at a commercial poultry premises in County Tyrone following a suspected case of avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu. According to a report by the BBC, disease control measures have been initiated by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) following a suspect case of the notifiable highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) at the site near Pomeroy. Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir said the suspected case was…
In many ways, Kim Knor is a typical grandma. She moved to be closer to her kids, and loves taking care of and spending time with her grandchildren. Sometimes, however, spending time with her family means jumping out of a plane with them. Knor began skydiving at a young age, and picked up the sport again later in life. On Nov. 6, at the age of 86, Knor will jump with her two daughters, bringing her jump total to 1,000, a legendary feat that few achieve. Knor gets ready for a jump; (photo/Denton Kooyman) With this jump, Knor will earn…
It’s been almost two years since the California Rifle & Pistol Association, along with several other organizational and individual plaintiffs, sued the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, the state of California, and the city of La Verne, California for respectively slow-walking the issuance of carry permits, prohibiting non-residents from lawfully carrying, and charging an arm and a leg just to apply for a permit. La Verne settled its portion of the lawsuit earlier this year after agreeing to reduce the cost of a permit application from around $900 to $398 (though with all of…
A hunter in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest shot and killed a grizzly bear in self-defense on the morning of October 18, after the animal charged him at close range. According to a statement released to East Idaho News, Idaho Fish and Game immediately responded to the report. Investigators later determined the hunter’s actions were justified. “After conducting a thorough investigation, it was determined that the hunter acted in self-defense as he was being charged by a bear from a close distance,” officials said. The incident occurred in the North Antelope Flats area of Island Park, a region known for heavy…
It is “inconceivable” that Chinese President Xi Jinping assured U.S. President Donald Trump during their recent encounter in Asia that military action against Taiwan is off the table, an expert on foreign relations told Military.com.Trump met and engaged with his Chinese counterpart on Thursday in Busan, South Korea, timed as part of the annual summit of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC). The five-day foray overseas included meeting with leaders of Cambodia and Thailand, leading to the signing of the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords. The U.S. president also signed trade deals with Cambodia and Malaysia, met with Japanese leadership, and shored up trade frameworks…
I’m a big fan of .357 Magnum revolvers. My very first handgun was a Smith & Wesson 686 in .357 Magnum. I’ve always had a few .357 revolvers in the collection ever since. With that said, I’m always open to getting another one, especially if it’s a good deal. The Zastava M83 revolvers from AIM Surplus fall into that category, so I had to check one out. From Serbia, With Love I know Serbia isn’t the first place to pop into your head when you think of .357 revolvers, but that’s exactly where these are from. Made by Zastava in…
When she was exhausted and burned out from a demanding job, Chelsea Rizzo did what many outdoorsy folks do: She planned a thru-hike. Rizzo was all set to hike the Pacific Crest Trail, with permits in hand, when her friend Allison Levy said they should do something even more adventurous: Start an outdoor clothing brand for women. The duo, both 35, drew on their years of experience in the fashion industry to launch Hikerkind, a chic, multifaceted outdoor apparel company. Since starting with a single fleece in 2021, the brand has exploded, building out a diverse product line and acquiring…
The spouse of a woman that was wrongfully committed to a psychiatric facility had his firearms confiscated. Elsid Aliaj is suing Fort Lee, N.J. to get back his property. Earlier this year Aliaj’s wife was tended to at a walk-in medical facility for pregnancy-related health concerns. What was supposed to be medical treatment for Aliaj’s wife during a vulnerable time ended up turning into a nightmare when the facility had her wrongfully and involuntarily committed to a psychiatric hospital. In a completely inappropriate and unconstitutional move, the Fort Lee Police Department confiscated Aliaj’s firearms and…
Ukraine’s ruler, Volodymyr Zelensky, has claimed that Kiev has received more patriot missiles to aid its military in the war against Russia. The United States-made Patriot air defense systems from Germany. Germany has been a long-time supporter of Ukraine and its war. War Expansion? Zelensky Threatens Strikes On Russia, While Germany Calls For Universal Conscription Zelensky has been pressing his Western backers for more long-range weapons, including Tomahawk cruise missiles and additional Patriot batteries. The New York Times reported in May that although the country possessed eight Patriot systems, only six were operational. The same report discussed more systems and…
Some people are just too damn opinionated about their gear, whether it’s camping, hiking, or just wandering around outdoors. But I never saw that same level of bias in the world of knives. A good knife with good steel was, well, good. And that was true whether it was large or small. But I now find myself in a world where the idea that EDC folding knives for hiking and backpacking should hover around 3 ounces and remain under 7 inches in length. This idea spread like an infection, and now I see people frolicking around in the woods using…
While much of the federal government has gone dark during the Schumer Shutdown, for hunters and conservationists, hunting remains available on National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) lands under President Trump and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. While not all federal refuges permit hunting, the system includes more than 570 areas across over 95 million acres of land and 760 million acres of marine land, with extensive opportunities for sportsmen. This access has been explicitly protected during the ongoing funding lapse, ensuring hunters can continue their activities despite widespread federal disruptions. In March 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt established Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge, along Florida’s Atlantic coast,…
