Whenever I see the New York Times has published anything having to do with the Second Amendment, I cant help but indulge in a little preemptive eye-rolling. What stupidity am I about to read, and is it worth writing about here at Bearing Arms? Every now and then I’m actually surprised by what I read, and that was definitely the case with a column by Reginald Dwayne Betts entitled “A Gun Derailed My Childhood. As an Adult, I found Relief at the Range.” Betts was sentenced to nine years in state prison in Virginia for committing…
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A tenuous ceasefire appeared to be holding Saturday after the United States struck two Iranian oil tankers, while the country that hosts the U.S. Navy’s regional headquarters said it arrested dozens of people it alleged were linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard. Attacks Friday cast doubt on the month-old ceasefire that the United States has insisted is still in effect. Washington is awaiting an Iranian response to its latest proposal for a deal to end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and roll back Tehran’s disputed nuclear program. The U.S. military said Friday that…
In 2020, then 17-year-old Kyle Rittenhouse found himself in a situation he never should have been thrust into. By that, I don’t blame him, but the rampaging mob that decided to chase a teenager in the middle of a riot. They not only knew he was armed, but one of the mob tried to disarm him during the confrontation, making it clear that Rittenhouse had reason to fear for his life. The reporting of that incident was a journalistic tragedy, though, as many people had very strong opinions as to what happened, all while being very wrong about what…
You get a lot of conveniences when living in a city apartment – proximity to schools, shopping, and services. However, when the power grid fails, look out, you’re in for some challenges. Unlike some homeowners in suburbia, you can’t just break out the generator or avail yourself of a large propane tank. The elevator may not work, the tap water may go dry, and managing sanitation may be an issue. The good news is you can prepare before anything happens. TL;DR: To prepare for a loss of utilities in an apartment, focus on space-saving water storage like a WaterBOB, use…
The U.S. Air Force is undertaking what leaders describe as its most significant overhaul of basic military training in more than seven decades. Maj. Gen. Davidson told Military.com that the effort is designed to fundamentally change how new Airmen think about their role in war. At the center of that transformation is a concept Davidson calls “airmindedness.” A mindset shift, he believes, is essential for the future fight. We had been wrestling with this identity problem for years, Davidson told Military.com. For decades, Air Force Basic Military Training (BMT) at Lackland Air Force Base, TX, has succeeded at producing disciplined…
Serving as a combat medic, which included two deployments to Afghanistan, Sean Wojciechowski served among some of the best soldiers the U.S. Army had to offer. When he left the Army after 11 years, however, Wojciechowski realized that many of the comrades he went to battle with struggled to navigate the legalities of a complex benefits system. Bottom line – Special Operations veterans weren’t getting a fair shake despite all they’ve sacrificed serving in a combat zone. That’s when Wojciechowski decided to become an advocate for fellow veterans. He pursued law school and is currently serving as an Equal Justice…
This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The Economic Collapse Blog. January, February, and March were insanely dry. In fact, in all of U.S. history, conditions have never been so dry during the first three months of the year. Just think about that for a moment. Not even during the Dust Bowl days of the 1930s were conditions this dry. Many were hoping that 2026 would be the year when our multi-year drought would finally break. Needless to say, that hasn’t happened. Scientists are telling us that the southwestern U.S. is in the midst of the worst multi-year…
Wildlife predator management is an inherently tricky balancing act: On one hand, predators like coyotes and mountain lions are key parts of ecosystems, and on the other, they can pose threats to livestock and crops. Federal agencies like the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA) have many tools at their disposal to attempt to achieve this difficult balance, and one of the most controversial ones may be returning. M-44s, devices that emit a lethal dose of sodium cyanide to kill predators, were banned under the Biden Administration, but it appears that Trump officials are attempting…
Starting on July 1, it will be illegal in Colorado to knowingly manufacture or produce “a potentially functioning firearm, unfinished frame or receiver, large-capacity magazine, or rapid-fire device” using a 3D printer… at least for most Coloradans. There are a couple of exceptions in the new law. A federally licensed firearm manufacturer can still use 3D printers, as can “an instructor or student of an accredited gunsmithing program, or an institution that operates an accredited gunsmithing program.”While Denver Democrat Rep. Lindsay Gilchrist, who sponsored the bill, claimed ““3D-printed guns and gun components are an increasing…
Here’s something we didn’t have on our predictions list for 2026. Ford truck sales are spinning into a big fat abyss, while the company’s last remaining car is climbing out of one. Such news does not bode well for a company that lives off truck sales, but that’s the reality facing Ford – and many automakers – at the moment. April sales figures are out, and to be fair, this isn’t something to be sounding alarms over just yet. We already knew the disruptions last year in the aluminum supply chain were hurting F-Series production. But Ford builds other trucks,…
The first tranche of the 34 proposed rules announced by the DOJ and ATF last week are now available for download at the Federal Register’s website, with the official publication and the start of the public comment period scheduled for Wednesday, May 6. The nearly two dozen proposals released today include the repeal of the Biden-era “engaged in the business” rule that treats almost every private seller of firearms as an “unlicensed dealer” who must conduct background checks on every sale, as well as repeal of Biden’s rule targeting pistol braces by defining most brace-equipped…
Magnolia Pictures and the USO are proud to partner in offering free nationwide screenings this week of Bob Odenkirk’s new action-thriller Normal to honor and thank service members, veterans and first responders. The screenings will take place May 5, 6 and 7 at participating theaters across the country. The offer is open to service members past and present, first responders, and one guest with no RSVP required, making it simple to participate and feel recognized. The screenings are scheduled for: May 5 at 12 p.m. May 6 at 5 p.m. May 7 at 2 p.m. Find your nearest participating theater…
Fars News Agency, a state-run Iranian media outlet, has reported that a United States Navy patrol boat has been hit by two Iranian missiles not far from the Strait of Hormuz after it ignored warnings to stay out of the critical waterway. The media outlet claimed that the boat was “forced to retreat,” without providing information on the damage. Iran had warned the US to stay out of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump: US Will “Guide” Neutral Ships Through Strait of Hormuz Far News Agency, which is also said to be closely affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), reported…
Military Appreciation Month is a great time to check out all the commissary discounts available on your nearest base. Because the commissary generally partners with brands to offer specific discounts for this special celebration every year, it’s a great time to visit the store for the biggest grocery discounts possible. Commissary discounts: Look for special coupons Manufacturers often offer commissary discounts and coupons just for military members, and many of them are tied to Military Appreciation Month. Commissary specific coupons are usually found in three places: in the front of the store in a special circular or leaflet, on tear…
Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More They say we are what we eat. Nah, beg to differ. Who we are is where we come from. For Berghaus, that’s the northeast of England, where rain-washed fells beckon adventurous folk to explore a world apart from cramped flats. When Berghaus founders Gordon Davison and Peter Lockey first heeded that call in the mid-1960s, there was no place a Geordie boy could go to buy kit worthy of a good country ramble, let alone the high alpine ranges they longed to explore. So…
The number of firearm transfers ticked up nationally in April, led by a huge increase in NICS checks in Virginia. According to the National Shooting Sports Foundation, there were 1,193,428 background checks performed on firearm transfers across the country, which was a slight increase of 1.6% compared to April, 2025. Virginia, however, posted some eye-popping numbers. NSSF says gun transfers in the Commonwealth were 79% compared to one year ago, led by a huge increase in background checks on long gun sales. Virginia was actually second in the nation for long gun sales last month,…
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The Iran war risked reigniting after the U.S. tried to force open the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping, though a ceasefire seemed to be holding Tuesday even after the United Arab Emirates said Iran fired missiles and drones at it. Iran’s powerful parliamentary speaker and chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, accused the U.S. of undermining regional security with the effort to end Iran’s stranglehold on the strait and warned that Tehran will respond. The U.S. military said two American-flagged merchant ships successfully transited the strait on Monday, the first day of the effort,…
This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The Economic Collapse Blog under the title: The Global Fertilizer Shortage Is Going To Mean The Spring Planting Season In The Northern Hemisphere Will Be A Total Disaster Nobody is going to be able to save the spring planting season in the northern hemisphere now, and that is really bad news because, according to the UN, the number of people in the world experiencing acute hunger was already at an all-time high even before the war began. A historic global food crisis has been escalating for years, and now farmers all…
Anti-gunners in Minnesota haven’t gotten the message. Their previous attempts at pushing their gun control agenda have come up short despite the full court press from activists and their media buddies to try and guilt-trip them into passing anti-gun measures, so they’re trying yet again. This time, though, they’re not rolling out a series of bills that have to be voted on, like what Virginia did. No, this time they’re going whole hog, because if individual measures can’t survive, putting them all in one bill is sure to garner support.Yes, that’s what the National Association…
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MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi traveled to the Philippines on Tuesday to witness an international combat drill and conduct talks with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. intended to broaden defense ties between the nations, officials said. Koizumi’s meeting in the capital Manila with Marcos and Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. may include discussion of a possible transfer of used Japanese destroyers to the Philippines. The Philippines and Japan, both treaty allies of the United States, signed a pact in 2024 allowing their forces to stage large-scale combat drills. The Reciprocal Access Agreement paved the way for…
