President Trump has changed course. After threatening to send the National Guard into San Francisco, he’s backing off.The move caps days of tension after the president’s threat rattled local officials and immigrant advocates who feared mass arrests and military-style enforcement in one of the nation’s most immigrant-rich cities. The White House now says the city will get a chance to handle its problems on its own, but many remain skeptical about whether the administration’s pause will last.Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform that the federal government had been preparing to “surge” San Francisco on Saturday but decided to hold…

This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The Economic Collapse Blog.  Millions of Americans are discovering that at some point the money runs out and the party is over. Vehicles are being repossessed at the fastest pace since the global financial crisis, foreclosure filings are up 18 percent compared to last year, and student loan delinquencies have soared into unprecedented territory.  Nobody can deny that economic conditions are deteriorating rapidly, and this has pushed vast numbers of U.S. consumers past their breaking points. So what is going to happen if economic conditions continue to deteriorate rapidly in the months…

Accessories can make or break an outfit — and that doesn’t just apply to fashion. When it comes to suiting up for the outdoors, choosing the right accessories to bring along is key, and this week, we’ve got plenty of them. Ombraz dropped a limited-edition pair of sunglasses that are hand-painted in Italy, while Arcade released a belt with reflective material for extra safety. Timex and The James Brand teamed up for a slick, minimalist watch. If you want to buy something you can feel good about, check out a women’s mountaineering calendar that helps female explorers travel on expeditions.…

The Pentagon says it’s taking help from an anonymous donor to keep troops paid as the government shutdown drags on.The surprise move highlights how deep the shutdown’s impact has reached — forcing the Defense Department to lean on private money to help cover military pay. It’s an unprecedented step raising questions about transparency, legality, and what happens when those funds run out.Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell confirmed to Military.com the Department of Defense accepted a $130 million donation on October 23 under its general gift authority. He says the money will go toward offsetting the cost of service members’ salaries…

The running scene in New York City matches the vibrant and diverse pulse of the area, offering myriad route opportunities, from riverfront runs to city park loops. Tack on the literally hundreds of running clubs and a number of iconic races, and you’ve got a community that matches the hustle of the city.  One such running club is Mile Style Run Club, a Bronx-based club that started with humble roots in 2016 and has grown into a group that hosts upward of 90 runners. The club’s founder, Miguel Hernandez, saw the health challenges the Bronx faced — ranking as the…

South Dakota isn’t exactly the kind of state you look to when you think of gun control. There’s nothing on the horizon that would suggest that’s likely to change, either. It’s way too rural for a real anti-gun movement to start. But that has never stopped urban officials from wanting more.In this case, the mayor of Sioux Falls thinks that there needs to be more gun control on the books, at least for his city.Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken wants to see better gun control laws when it comes to safety inside city buildings across…

As most government activities remain shut down in Washington D.C. due to budget gridlock, the National Guard remains on patrol across the nation’s capital.Its deployment has now stretched past 60 days, with about 1,500 guardsmen from nine states continuing to assist D.C. police with public safety—even as D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has chastised President Donald Trump and his administration for overruling local officials’ control; however, unlike state governors, Bowser lacks the authority to control and prevent the National Guard from being deployed.The guard’s ongoing mission began in August when Trump raised concerns regarding the city’s crime rates, which prompted him…

The 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 is a new middleweight off-road-focused adventure bike that slots between the Versys-X 300 and KLR650 in Kawasaki’s lineup. This model was available in other markets around the globe from 1991 to 2007, competing against such legendary nameplates as the Transalp and Ténéré. Those names have also come back onto the market in recent years, and are also available on the U.S. market. (Photo/Kawasaki) The market for lighter and smaller adventure motorcycles has been hot in recent years, and Kawasaki wants even more skin in the game with its most off-road–focused model in the segment yet. Let’s…

A satellite technology company with skin in the game for decades has secured a multi-million-dollar contract to supply the U.S. Army with transportable SATCOM terminals over the next two years.The importance of SATCOM, or satellite communication, has expanded in the digital age where more antiquated military strategies have lesser impact in a world full of drones, encryption and high-powered arsenals. As national military forces look to stay up-to-date with their technology, they partner with various industry leaders to get the biggest bang for their buck.On Sept. 30 it was announced that Gilat DataPath—a subsidiary of Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd.—received orders…

Backcountry: Yakima CookOut 2-Burner Stove: 40% Off (Photo/Yakima) You might associate Yakima with roof racks, but the brand also makes stoves and other camping supplies. Save $60 on its two-burner stove, which has a high-BTU design that can boil water quickly or get a chef-level sear on a steak. Shop Yakima Stove REI: Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Insulated Sleeping Pad: 29% Off (Photo/Katie Eichelberger) Sea to Summit makes some of our favorite sleeping pads, and now one of the brand’s lightest models is on sale at REI. The Ether Light XT Insulated pad offers 4 inches of comfort…

One of the most unspoiled wildernesses in North America is once again open for oil and gas drilling. On Thursday, Oct. 23, the Trump administration finalized plans to offer the coastal plains of Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) as drilling leases for oil and gas companies. The move renews a longtime fight over drilling in this jewel of the American outdoors, which is considered critical habitat for species like polar bears and caribou. Oil and gas leases will now be sold for the refuge’s 1.5-million–acre coastal plan, Doug Burgum, the secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior, announced…

There’s a lot of moving and shaking on guns in Minnesota. You’ve got an anti-gun governor, a lot of anti-gun legislators, and a profound desire to try and force things like assault weapon bans down the throats of people there who did nothing wrong. In short, they want to punish everyone for the deranged actions of a single person in Minneapolis.The Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus has a fight on its hands, and it’s most definitely ready to engage in that battle. But now, they’ve apparently partnered with someone who can bring even more firepower into…