Buying and leasing both have their advantages, but the cheaper option depends on how long you plan to keep the vehicle, how much you drive, and whether you’re expecting a PCS, deployment, or other life changes. Before you sign on the dotted line, here’s what military families should consider. How Does Leasing Work? Leasing a vehicle is similar to renting it as you pay a monthly fee for the ability to use the car for a certain amount of time, which is typically two to three years. During that time, your lease agreement will dictate how you can use the…
A climbing rope made entirely from recycled materials has no business handling this well. The Mammut Crag Recycled 9.8mm Dry Rope ($200) looks and feels surprisingly similar to some of the thinner ropes I already own. That caught my attention because it had been a long time since I’d been interested in using a 9.8mm rope. The more experienced I became as a climber, the lighter I wanted my ropes to be. Lighter and thinner ropes have several advantages. They’re easier to feed out of a belay device, faster to clip, and lighter to carry. But they lose points in…
Homicides hit historic lows in 2025, and all indications seem to suggest that we’re going to set a new low here in 2026. That’s fantastic news, especially as this drop has coincided with the fearmongering among anti-gunners following the Bruen decision. The problem is, though, that anti-gunners don’t actually care about reality. All they need is enough of a perception that there’s a problem to sort of justify them doing stupid things, like, say, calling for a special legislative session to pass gun control in one of the most anti-gun states in the nation.The Delaware-based…
Your vehicle’s brakes are its most important safety system, but they’re also one of the easiest components to overlook when something goes wrong. While brake pads and rotors wear over time, your vehicle usually gives you warning signs before braking performance becomes dangerous. Paying attention to unusual noises, changes in pedal feel, or differences in how your vehicle stops can help you catch problems early. Knowing what to look for can help you avoid more expensive repairs – and keep you and your passengers safe on the road. 1. Squealing or Screeching When You Brake A high-pitched squeal when you…
The best running vest is the one you completely forget you’re wearing. I’ve tested dozens of vests over the years, and they usually fall into two traps. They either hold plenty of gear but bounce erratically, or they fit beautifully but lack space for longer efforts. Nathan hits a sweet spot with the VaporAir 4.0 and women’s-specific VaporAiress 4.0 ($160). Instead of just adding pockets, these vests focus on a fit you can change on the go. You can tighten or loosen the rig as your bladder empties, you shed layers, or the terrain changes. I tested the women’s VaporAiress…
It’s been two weeks since the Third Circuit Court of Appeals struck down New Jersey’s ban on so-called assault weapons and large capacity magazines, but the appellate court has yet to issue its mandate that would allow for sales of those items to resume in the Garden State. New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport wants to keep that mandate on ice, and in a new court filing she’s asking the Third Circuit to allow the gun and magazine ban to remain in effect while the state appeals its loss to the Supreme Court. The State is…
This article was originally published by Conner McEleney at The Mises Institute. Many progressives, such as Robert Reich and Kyle Kulinski, argue that the economy needs a universal basic income (UBI) to fix it. Their argument stems from the idea that UBI has no serious flaws, that many studies show success, and that it’s the moral thing to do. An example that these progressives would cite would be the Denver UBI experiment. The study had three groups of people. Group A had $1,000 per month, and Group B had $6,500 for the first month; the other months were $500. Group C had…
New Jersey got slapped down by the Third Circuit, and the majority opinion was written by a Biden-nominated judge. They can’t even blame Trump or the NRA for that one. The thing is, I think anti-gun lawmakers secretly enjoyed it. I think they liked being smacked down to some degree, like they’re really into humiliation or something.Why? Because they seemed to respond to it by dusting off a previous mandatory storage bill that would be smacked down just as hard.New Jersey lawmakers, having just lost badly at the United States Court of Appeals for the…
While you are on active duty, you and your family’s life insurance needs are met by Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI), one of your many veteran’s benefits. But once you separate or retire, you have the option to convert that policy to Veterans’ Group Life Insurance (VGLI). Learn how to manage this financial safety net while you serve, and whether you should convert SGLI to VGLI after you separate or retire from the military. Key Takeaways SGLI is automatic on active duty; after separation you have 485 days to convert to VGLI, with 120‑day free coverage. VGLI covers $10K–$500K but…
For more than six months, Virginia’s “universal background check” law has been on ice after a circuit court judge ruled that the system used to conduct checks on adults under 21 who were purchasing handguns was a violation of equal protection. Democrats passed HB 1525 this past session In an effort to reinstate the checks; raising the age to purchase a handgun from 18 to 21 and instructing the Virginia State Police to resume conducting checks on all private sales. The injunction against the VSP conducting background checks on private sales remains in place, however.…
GOA Celebrates Major Win as House Advances Veterans Second Amendment Protection Act After decades of fighting what gun rights groups called one of the worst hidden gun control policies in America, supporters say hundreds of thousands of veterans are finally getting their rights restored. According to Gun Owners of America, the House has now passed Veterans Second Amendment Protection Act introduced by Mike Bost, legislation aimed at permanently ending the VA fiduciary rule that stripped gun rights from veterans who received help managing their finances. The numbers attached to this thing are staggering. GOA says roughly 270,000 veterans were added…
We all know that doom scrolling is bad for us, and yet it’s just so hard to stop. Pulling out your phone when you have a moment and scrolling through a social media feed can feel as easy as breathing; sometimes you don’t even realize you’re doing it. Yet it’s hardly relaxing. Being shown the horrors of the world on an endless, looping feed is a great way to stress yourself out. If you’re looking to break your doom-scrolling habit and spend your time doing something more constructive, or at least more relaxing, then video games can help. Instead of…
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This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The End of the American Dream. Most people don’t seem to realize that we are in World War III right now. This is the third major global war in modern history, but the vast majority of the population is still convinced that what we are experiencing is just temporary and that peace is just around the corner. Ever since Russia invaded Ukraine in early 2022, there have been endless headlines about a potential peace deal, but nothing has ever materialized. In the Middle East, there have been some short-term ceasefires since…
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is having an awful 2026. A couple of years ago, he was poised to potentially be Vice President of the United States. Now he’s on his way out of politics following his decision not to run for re-election after the whole Somali day care scandal. That’s OK, though, because his big pet issue of gun control was a winner…only, the big omnibus gun control package failed. Now, with just a handful of months left in office, Minnesota is settling in to make gun control a campaign issue.Too bad for Walz and…
Sturm, Ruger & Co. is bringing its battery-free Ruger ReadyDot system to one of its most popular carry guns: the Ruger LCP MAX. The ReadyDot itself isn’t new. Ruger originally introduced the optic system a couple years ago as a simplified alternative to traditional electronic pistol dots. But now the company is officially rolling out a version designed specifically for the ultra-compact LCP MAX platform. That matters because tiny carry guns and red dots have always had a slightly awkward relationship. Some shooters love optics on micro pistols. Others look at a gun barely bigger than a wallet and wonder…
Service members and families are being honored with a variety of discounts for July 4th in 2026. Below are some highlighted offerings. Information on discounts will be added as it becomes available. Please check back frequently as the list is updated. 2026 Fourth of July Discounts Academy Sports + Outdoors From April 26 to July 4, active-duty military and veterans get 10% off your entire purchase online or in-store. Blue Star Museums Blue Star Museums is a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America to offer free admission…
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A growing number of Virginia prosecutors are openly refusing to enforce the state’s incoming ban on so-called “assault firearms” and standard-capacity magazines and gun rights groups are cheering them on. The latest applause is coming from Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, which issued a statement praising at least five Virginia Commonwealth’s Attorneys who say the new law violates the 2A. That’s not exactly subtle. The prosecutors publicly opposing enforcement include Phillip Blevins Jr. in Smyth County, Rob Cerullo in Powhatan County, Justin L. Griffin in Pulaski County, and Ryan Mehaffey in Spotsylvania County. According to…
TOKYO (AP) — Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is receiving an exceptional level of hospitality that included a palace banquet during a four-day state visit to Japan that culminated Thursday. The visit sends a clear message that Tokyo is keen to upgrade ties with a nation it sees as a key defense partner — and major arms customer — at a time of fears over China’s military activity in Asia. Marcos’ visit, which ends with his departure Friday, included a meeting Wednesday with Emperor Naruhito, who gave him the Grand Cordon of the Supreme Order of the Chrysanthemum, one of…
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