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…
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and newly-confirmed ATF Director Robert Cekada, surrounded by representatives from the firearms industry and Second Amendment groups, announced a slew of reforms to the agency along with its rules and regulations on Wednesday afternoon. That includes the repeal of the Biden-era rules treating brace-equipped pistols as short-barreled rifles and almost every gun owner who offers a firearm for sale as an “unlicensed dealer.” Blanche credited President Donald Trump for the reforms to come, noting the president’s executive order last year directing federal agencies to identify rules, regulations, and laws that…
Dear Ms. Vicki, I have been married to my husband, who is in the Navy, for almost three and a half years. When we met, I was hesitant to date him because I was going through a divorce and because of him being in the military. I was used to seeing people go through heartaches after meeting other people who are in the military. I have this mentality that “they come and go after six months … why should I bother?” I told him that my previous marriage was filled with deception, emptiness and lots of heartache. It completely turned…
People living in the United Kingdom will be spending fewer years in good health as “healthy life expectancy” plummets. The UK is going backward compared to most other “wealthy” countries. Healthy life expectancy (HLE) in the UK has fallen by about 2 years, to just over 60 years for both men and women, making Britain one of only five wealthy nations where people live fewer years in good health, according to a new analysis by the Health Foundation charity. This means that the amount of life a person spends in good health has decreased. The findings, based on data from…
Florida’s Everglades National Park is the largest wetland in North America, and home to endangered species like the Florida panther and West Indian manatee. A large wildfire is now threatening those animals’ habitat. The Highway 41 fire began on April 27, and authorities are struggling to contain it. What Happened The National Park Service (NPS) first learned of the fire on the evening of April 27, according to a press release. The U.S. Wildland Fire Service quickly responded with air and ground operations. As of midday on April 28, the fire had grown to 2,500 acres. Authorities closed several square…
A United States congressman and veteran who facilitated a $10 million funding infusion to the U.S. Marine Corps’ Warfighting Lab (MCWL) at Marine Corps Base Quantico knows the importance of the facility, partially because it’s in his own backyard. Rep. Eugene Vindman, a Democrat and U.S. Army veteran, represents Virginia’s 7th District—the same district where the Warfighting Lab is located. The constituents represented within run the gamut across the national security apparatus, totaling roughly 72,000 military veterans, nearly 20,000 active-duty service members, and at one point around 55,000 federal civil servants prior to cuts made by the so-called Department of…
Connected bikes usually promise the same basic thing. They’re supposed to bring the studio home, make cardio less miserable, and justify the space they take up by becoming something you’ll actually use. Some pull that off. Some become expensive coat racks with a screen. The VeloNix is Speediance’s answer to the Peloton-style bike, built around guided rides, connected features, on-screen entertainment, and an ownership model that doesn’t saddle you with another monthly bill. It’s a compelling pitch, especially for people who want the connected-bike experience without fully buying into the Peloton ecosystem. I spent several months riding the VeloNix to…
A man acting erratically on a train headed for Chicago was spotted by a rail worker who called police. Officers found guns and a pamphlet about crowd control in his carry-on bag — and a plan for a mass casualty event. Almost two years later, federal authorities say a different man charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on Saturday was arrested with a shotgun and a semiautomatic pistol he brought with him to Washington, D.C., on an Amtrak train from California. It’s just the latest security incident involving long-distance public ground…
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Montel Williams is a military veteran who for many years has been paying it forward to other veterans in need. One of those ways is through home renovation.Williams has been in the spotlight and in American homes for decades, becoming a national sensation in the 1990s when he hosted the Emmy-winning The Montel Williams Show—which ran in syndication from 1991 to 2008. He has also been a New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and advocate for education and health.But ever before gracing the small screen, Williams served his nation. He was in the United States Marine Corps, becoming the first…
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The Mossberg Shockwave remains one of my favorite guns. It’s just so much fun. The short nature, the fact that they aren’t shotguns but are “firearms,” and thus can have a short 14-inch barrel, makes you feel like you’re getting away with something. The Shockwave was a big success, and Mossberg followed up with the Shockwave .410 and 20 gauge. The little bore gets the firearm treatment. I’ve always wanted a .410 version, but I never got around to it. Other projects and guns took my attention away, and I more or less forgot it existed. That was until I…
When it comes to gardening, no matter where you live, many of us will take any of the tips and tricks we can get. From old wives tales to science-backed evidence, we will try anything once to see how it works. Sometimes we can’t even explain why these gardening tips work, but no use in worrying about that when it comes to growing food for your family. Check out these weird gardening tips that you should know for this upcoming growing season.Want to save this post for later? Click Here to Pin It On Pinterest!1. Plastic Forks as Pest DeterrentsIf your…
When Defense Distributed first unveiled its Liberator model, it was kind of a special moment in the world of the Second Amendment. It was suddenly clear that you couldn’t stop the signal, and that gun control’s last hopes of stopping people from getting guns were over. Yes, that’s a good thing.Now, tons of people are using 3D printers to make their own guns. The Liberator is far from the only model available, and options range from a Glock-style lower receiver to full gun builds like the FGC-9.And so the jihad against gun rights must expand…
According to NRA’s Institute for Legislative Action (NRA-ILA), the complaint faults the defendants for “distributing computer code for 3D printing firearms and prohibited firearm accessories and for promoting and facilitating the unlawful manufacture of 3D printed firearms and firearm accessories in violation of Civil Code sections 3273.61 and 3273.625 and the Unfair Competition Law (Bus. and Prof. Code § 17200 et seq.).” The suit seeks not only preliminary and permanent injunctive relief but significant civil penalties against each defendant, among other remedies. “This lawsuit is not just about the manufacturing or possession of 3D printed firearms and accessories,” NRA-ILA wrote…
After Nebraska lawmakers approved a permitless carry law in 2023, politicians in Omaha and Lincoln pitched a fit and enacted new measures prohibiting firearms on all city property, as well as banning bump stocks and “ghost guns.” While a lawsuit filed by the Nebraska Firearms Owners Association against Lincoln is ongoing, the city of Omaha has thrown in the towel and retracted the executive order banning carry on city property that sparked similar litigation. The revocation is somewhat symbolic, since the city had already repealed the executive order a year ago, leading to the dismissal of…
This article was originally published by William L. Anderson at The Mises Institute. A recent Wall Street Journal article outlined yet another attempt by the U.S. Government to bring down Cuba’s socialist government, a process that has been going on without much success for the past 65 years. Once upon a time, the U.S. policy toward Cuba was part of the greater Cold War, and it was front and center in the national news cycle. (Many of us still remember the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, wondering if we were about to face all-out nuclear war.) When Fidel Castro’s Cuban revolutionaries took over Cuba’s…
There are famous movie stars we all know and recognize, even if we don’t really want to, and then there are more workman-like actors who do their roles, work a lot, might be recognizable, but don’t make the headlines. Actor Peter Greene was one of the latter. He was typically cast as the bad guy, and could show just the right level of slime to make it believable, without going over the top with it.Except, I suppose, when it was warranted, such as his role in The Mask.I mean, you put on the mask and…
I’m a perpetually cold person. I wear heated Hotronic socks when snowboarding, even if it’s sunny and 30 degrees. So when I had the chance to review a heated vest, I was extremely interested. Heated socks, and even heated gloves or mittens, are becoming increasingly popular, but a heated vest? It didn’t seem like a true necessity to me, but rather a luxurious treat. The Venustas Classed Heated Vest uses a small battery pack to add heat to various parts of the vest. It has three heat settings: high, medium, and low, and is available in both men’s and women’s.…
