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…
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Military pay is easy to spot on a leave and earnings statement. Other benefits are buried inside service portals, application windows and programs known mainly by acronyms. The Pentagon launched a yearlong compensation education campaign in June after acknowledging that many service members do not fully understand the pay, tax advantages, education programs and family support included with military service. That lack of awareness can leave money and assistance unused. The Defense Department does not publish a single ranking of its least-used benefits. The programs below were selected because they are relatively new, require an application or include deadlines that…
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The North Carolina National Guard has settled a First Amendment lawsuit with a veteran over his right to criticize his military leaders online. Lawyers for Timothy Stanhope, a retired guardsman who spent roughly 20 years in the military, successfully argued he was pressured to retire over his online social media posts. While Stanhope did not get any monetary relief from the suit, his access to the Guard’s official Facebook page was restored. “The government should not be able to just silence their critics with the click of a button,” Michelle Scott, associate counsel with the Center for Individual Rights, told…
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The 7.7 oz Tenet Limited 30 is not chasing whisper-quiet bragging rights. It is a compact titanium suppressor built to keep magnum rifles planted, impacts visible, and backcountry hunters behind the glass when the shot breaks. Tenet Limited 30: A New Suppressor Built for Shot Control There is a new player in the suppressor world and the name to know is Tenet. The company is the brainchild of Jacob Albaugh, a diehard backcountry hunter and engineer who got tired of choosing between the recoil mitigation of a muzzle brake and the hearing protection of a suppressor. After years of R&D…
The Vortex ACE Ballistic Weather Meter put a first-round shot on target at 989 yards, then proved it could keep up through competition miles, changing wind angles, and real field work. Its big-screen usability and Vortex Relay integration make this more than another pocket weather meter. The Vortex ACE Puts Weather, Wind, and Ballistics in One Hand The Vortex ACE Ballistic Weather Meter combines onboard weather sensors, a GeoBallistics solver, and Relay connectivity in a single unit. The ACE is Vortex’s entry into a category long dominated by Kestrel-style weather meters. It blends real-time environmental data with an integrated ballistic…
The 1858 Remington revolver brought solid-frame confidence, serious accuracy, and black powder attitude to the handgun world. More than a century later, its smoke, steel, and cartridge-conversion potential still make it one of the most appealing replica revolvers you can shoot. The 1858 Remington revolver was one of the most popular handguns of the 19th century, and today it is perhaps the most appealing replica handgun out there, thanks to its surprisingly modern lines. Today, you have your pick of an original percussion cap model, cartridge conversions, and the purpose-built Model 1875 revolver. Here is a look at the iconic…
New Orleans police have arrested four teens, three of them juveniles, for a string of carjackings in the Crescent City. According to authorities, two of the suspects, including 19-year-old Ja’Maarion Banks, were already on electronic monitoring for previous offenses when they were taken into custody this week. Banks, along with several unidentified juveniles aged 16, 14, and 14, were arrested after police developed enough evidence to secure a warrant. It sounds like the fact that they were wearing monitors may have helped police track them down, though the devices apparently didn’t have much of a…
The Taurus TX9 Sub-Compact takes the duty-pistol bones of the TX9 line and shrinks them into a 13+1 carry gun. After 300 rounds, cold-weather shooting, and three days concealed, this little 9mm made a strong case for itself. By Brian McCombie The Forgotten TX9: Taurus Shrinks Its Duty Pistol for Carry In January 2026, Taurus USA announced its new TX9 line of three striker-fired 9mm pistols, and they represented a real first for the gun maker. “They were designed from the ground up to compete for international service pistol contracts,” said Caleb Giddings, General Manager of Taurus Marketing. “It was…
ABOARD THE RFA LYME BAY (AP) — Aboard the RFA Lyme Bay docked off the coast of Gibraltar, hundreds of British sailors are waiting to be deployed for a mine-clearing mission to the Strait of Hormuz that is still in doubt. U.S. President Donald Trump has lashed out at allies for not doing more to support the United States’ war effort in Iran, whose chokehold on the strait has crippled international shipping and sent energy prices soaring. In March, Trump told NATO allies to “go get your own oil” and secure the strait themselves. On the southern tip of the…
This article was originally published by Edison Reed at Natural News. A former artificial intelligence (AI) engineer at Google DeepMind has filed a claim with a British employment tribunal alleging unfair dismissal after he protested the company’s contracts with Israel, according to The Guardian. The engineer, who is of Palestinian origin, was fired after distributing flyers and sending emails that criticized Google’s provision of military AI to Israel, the report said. [1] The lawsuit reported on Wednesday, May 20, centers on events at DeepMind’s London office. The employee’s claim describes the termination as discriminatory and asserts that he was acting as a whistleblower.…
Pre-packaged freeze-dried meals are convenient, but they’re also very expensive. Plus, they’re usually loaded with sodium and full of artificial ingredients. Fortunately, you don’t have to rely on them. With a home freeze dryer, you can preserve your own homemade meals. I won’t lie. A home freeze dryer is a significant investment, but once you have one, you can freeze dry anything you want, exactly the way you like it, with ingredients you trust, at a fraction of the cost. Then your favorite meals can sit in the pantry for years, waiting for the day you need them. The five…
With the drop in homicides throughout the nation, a drop that was historic in its magnitude, it’s unsurprising to see a bunch of people trying to claim their preferred policies played a role. I’m not immune to that, either, because as a pro-gun guy, I’d love to say definitively that the restoration of gun rights was the driving cause of the unprecedented drop. The problem is that we simply can’t make a blanket statement about why it happened, in part because it wasn’t just one factor, and I’m honest enough to try and stop myself…
Operation Hathor is the sort of story that sounds made up until you realize it is not. Two SAS troopers got snatched by the wrong people in Basra, and the British response involved armor, airborne surveillance, righteous fury, and all the subtlety of a bar fight with tanks. British SAS Mythos, Real Men, and the Sort of Friends You Want Nearby I’ve only known one member of the British 22d SAS well. Mike was a great bloke. He looked like a bulldog–short and stocky. Like all soldiers who operate in those rarefied spaces, he was also preternaturally calm. Not much…
A former amateur MMA fighter charged in the 2023 death of a Tyndall Air Force Base airman was found not guilty this week, ending a case that stemmed from a fatal fight outside a Panama City, Fla., beach bar. Ross Allen Johnson, 26, was acquitted Wednesday of manslaughter and aggravated battery charges connected to the death of Airman 1st Class Dayvon Larry, 31, who was assigned to the 325th Security Forces Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base in Panama City. The jury deliberated for just over an hour before returning its verdict, according to local court coverage from WJHG and…
The Hold Up Displays Gun Wall transforms firearm storage into a clean, premium showcase with impressive strength and modularity. After loading mine with 26 rifles, 14 pistols, and heavy tactical gear, I found a system that feels right at home in a serious safe room. From Buried Collection to Premium Safe-Room Showcase For many firearm enthusiasts, a collection deserves more than being buried in the back of a safe. The Hold Up Displays Gun Wall turns rifles, pistols, gear, and accessories into a centerpiece while still keeping everything organized and accessible. After setting up a large custom configuration in my…
