On the surface, the Supreme Court’s decision striking down Hawaii’s “vampire rule” prohibiting concealed carry by default on all private property open to the public isn’t that big a deal. Hawaii’s law was never actively enforced thanks to an injunction, and there are only three other states (New York, California, and Maryland) that had adopted similar laws after the Supreme Court struck down “may issue” concealed carry four years ago. None of those states were ever able to enforce those laws either, thanks to legal challenges. So why are law professors like Jake Charles and Megan Walsh crashing out over…
Buick, the automaker that once sold models like the Grand National, the Riviera, and Wildcat, has been reduced to a handful of semi-affordable, near-premium SUVs like the Envision. However, as disappointing as its lineup is these days, the SUVs currently available in Buick’s lineup are surprisingly some of the most dependable new cars on the market, according to the latest J.D. Power research. The J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study is now in its 37th year. It covers 184 specific problem areas that span nine main categories: climate, driving assistance, driving experience, exterior, features/controls/displays, infotainment, interior, powertrain, and seats. The 2026…
If you have a VA loan and interest rates drop, you might consider refinancing your mortgage with a VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL). Unlike a traditional refinance, the IRRRL doesn’t require a home appraisal or inspection, income verification, or tax returns. To take advantage of an IRRRL, you need to certify that you’ve lived in the home at some point, and you can’t take cash out at closing. If you need to tap your home equity for a renovation, emergency expense, or something else, you’d need a VA cash-out refinance instead. You also don’t need to use the…
Minnesotans have five more counties to check before they put out feed, minerals, scents, or attractants. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources added Becker, Clearwater, Grant, McLeod, and Meeker counties to its deer feeding and attractant ban. The agency said it made the change after chronic wasting disease showed up in wild deer in new areas of the state last year. The ban now covers 37 Minnesota counties. Wildlife officials use the rule to limit artificial deer concentrations in areas at higher risk of disease spread. “Where people place food or attractants out for deer, higher numbers of deer tend…
If you have decided to join the military, you are faced with a big decision. Do I go on active duty, or should I join my local National Guard unit? It is not an easy choice and there are many factors to consider. Do I want to serve full time? Am I looking for a way to pay for college? How will my family be impacted? Which option offers better healthcare and retirement benefits? Will I be deployed often? These are all good questions and after reading this article, we hope that it brings clarity to your decision to serve…
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This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The Economic Collapse Blog. The magnitude 5.6 earthquake that just shook portions of three different states should be a huge wake-up call for everyone who lives in California. The San Andreas Fault system is locked and loaded, and it is just a matter of time before an absolutely cataclysmic earthquake permanently alters the geography of the state. A day is coming when large portions of Southern California will no longer be above water. I have written about this over and over again, and I have warned about this more times than…
BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union on Friday moved to prolong temporary protection status for millions of people who have fled the war in Ukraine, but not for new arrivals who would be eligible to serve in the armed forces. Ukraine is desperate to boost the size of its fighting force more than four years into its full-scale war with Russia. It’s estimated to have suffered around 600,000 military casualties. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in February that 55,000 troops have died and many are missing. More than 4.4 million Ukrainians have been welcomed into the EU since 2022. Most…
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A small community college in Norfolk, Nebraska, has been named a 2026 Military Friendly School. Northeast Community College earned silver recognition in the small community college category, for its continuing education commitment to supporting veterans, active-duty service members, military spouses and dependents. The Military Friendly School designation is the result of an annual survey that ranks institutions that support military-connected students through recruitment, retention, academic progress, graduation, career placement and other services. This year, more than 3,200 institutions and organizations participated in the Military Friendly survey process nationwide. Final rankings are determined by combining public data, survey responses and an…
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A judge in Adams County, Illinois has cleared a man charged for shooting two people in a confrontation at a shopping center in 2024, but the armed citizen is still potentially facing several years behind bars. Alan Christopher Pacheco and his girlfriend were at a TJ Maxx in Quincy, Illinois when his girlfriend complained that a man was staring at her. Pacheco confronted Islam Woodson and the pair exchanged words before Woodson’s cousin Terence Horton got involved as well; allegedly hinting that he had a gun in a bag he was carrying and threatening Pacheco. Pacheco…
Cars getting shut down by the government is a fear going viral. Republicans are trying to stop the rule behind it. The push centers on a provision in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act requiring federal regulators to develop technology that can detect impaired driving in new vehicles, as well as prevent or limit operation when impairment is detected. The fight comes as lawmakers are already clashing over surveillance powers tied to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), with privacy concerns driving divisions inside Congress. Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) told The Daily Signal the requirement is “a direct threat to…
It seems Xbox gamers have been having a hard time playing their Xbox 360 games, as some Series X owners haven’t been able to launch their seventh-gen favorites for weeks or even months. The Xbox Backward Compatibility program has been a mostly flawless experience for users throughout the years; however, this most recent bump in the road for one of Xbox’s most popular features has led to multiple upset customers. The Backward Compatibility initiative at Xbox launched in 2015 for the Xbox One after outcry from fans that the console had no proper last-gen support. It originally launched with 104…
When Barnes Bullets announced they were jumping into the 6mm ARC game with factory ammunition, I’ll admit I got more than a little excited. Barnes has been making some of the best hunting bullets on the planet for decades, but it’s been slower than other manufacturers to embrace newer cartridges. Their solid copper bullets have a well-deserved reputation for deep penetration, reliable expansion, and impressive accuracy. So when they finally released two factory loads for the 6mm ARC—the VOR-TX 90 grain TAC-TX and the Harvest 100 grain GameKing—I knew I had to put them through their paces. My test platform…
The best axes will serve their owner for decades, so choose wisely. You’re likely to own whatever axe you buy for many years. GearJunkie testers have deep experience with axes. Tester Nick Lefoert has spent summers hauling, splitting and stacking more than four cords of wood. Editor-in-Chief Sean McCoy worked for two years on a farm, splitting dozens of cords of wood with industrial equipment and using axes regularly. For this guide, they tested axes for both home and camp use. We split freshly cut pine and fir rounds ranging from 14 to over 30 inches in diameter, which gave…
Russia’s traditional parade marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II will take place next week without tanks, missiles and other military equipment, the Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement. It will be the first time in nearly two decades — and in Russia’s 4-year-old war in Ukraine — that no military equipment will rumble through Moscow’s Red Square on May 9, the day Russia celebrates its most important secular holiday. The Kremlin has used it to showcase its military might and global clout, and it is a source of patriotic pride. Victory Day parades on Red…
This article was originally published by Zoey Sky at Natural News. The U.S. Embassy in Beirut has issued its highest-level advisory (“Level 4: Do Not Travel”) and is telling all American citizens to leave Lebanon immediately while commercial flights are still available. The embassy warns that the security situation is getting worse fast and that neither the U.S. nor the Lebanese government can guarantee their safety if violence breaks out in the country. The warning comes as the Middle East is engulfed in violence. Hezbollah is threatening to join the war against Israel, Syria is firing missiles, and Iran is…
Anglers in Montana now need to be extra careful about which fish they consume and how much. A new study from multiple state agencies showed that certain fish are high in PFAS, or so-called forever chemicals, which pose risks to human health. What Are PFAS? PFAS are a kind of manmade chemical. They became popular in the 1950s, and were used for everything from nonstick cookware to pesticides to waterproof jackets. To make PFAS, scientists replace the hydrogen in an organic molecule with fluorine. The fluorine bonds very strongly to the carbon, making them slow to degrade, which is where the term…
A federal claim that New York City refused to honor an immigration detainer for a man accused of setting a fire in Queens that killed four people is facing new scrutiny. Officials at the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement have framed Roman Ceron Amatitla’s case as an example of sanctuary policies blocking cooperation, but the New York City Department of Correction said it processes detainers consistent with local law and confirmed the suspect remains in custody. The dispute reflects a broader national fight over immigration enforcement authority, as federal agencies push for greater cooperation from…
Wisconsin turkey hunter Carson Bender got more than a gobbler response during a recent spring hunt. Bender, 19, was set up on private land near Nekoosa, Wisc., when he heard movement behind him while turkeys worked toward his setup. Rather than turn around and risk spooking the birds, he used his phone camera to check behind him. The video shows a bobcat staring at him from close range. The cat then inches forward before lunging and grabbing Bender’s arm. Bender shook the animal off, and it ran away. Bender reported only minor scratches and later went to a doctor. Turkey…
