It took one week for a naturally occurring wildfire at Grand Canyon National Park to grow from a low-level threat to a full-on disaster. On July 4, a lightning strike ignited a wildfire on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. A few days later, park officials said they were “monitoring” the 10-acre blaze, and would manage it as a controlled burn to “maintain a healthy, resilient landscape in the fire-adapted ecosystem of the North Rim.” The blaze, named the Dragon Bravo Fire, spiraled out of control. A week from the initial lightning strike, authorities switched to active suppression,…

Nissan’s Leaf has just gone through a bigger transformation than a tree leaf getting ready for fall. For the brand, it’s a risk, it’s an opportunity, and for the head of the project, it’s a chance to shine. I spoke with Giovanny Arroba, VP of Nissan Design Europe and the lead in the design of the 2025 Leaf. He talked about what went into making the Leaf a crossover, making it as sleek as possible, and about the details that the company has hidden for you to find. After 15 Years, the Nissan Leaf Turns Into a Crossover With nearly…

Does the federal law prohibiting “unlawful” users of drugs from possessing firearms fit within the national tradition of gun ownership? It’s a question that’s split federal appeals courts, and today the Third Circuit issued what’s best described as a split decision on the issue.  Erik Harris was convicted for purchasing and possessing guns even though he admitted to habitually using marijuana. Harris challenged his conviction on Second Amendment grounds, arguing that Section 922(g)(3) violates the right to keep and bear arms and is unconstitutionally vague.Today, a three-judge panel on the Third Circuit held that “history…

Ruler Donald Trump is now mulling yet another military aid package for Ukraine. This would be his first major “assistance” package to the country since taking office in January, CBS News reported on Saturday, citing sources. The United States has gone back and forth on its desire to aid Ukraine in a losing war, while Russia maintains that help from the West will not do anything but prolong the inevitable and increase the death toll. After Suspending Weapons Shipments to Ukraine, Trump Pivots AGAIN If you have that feeling of whiplash with regard to the U.S. supplying Ukraine with weapons,…

Looking for hiking shoes that don’t feel like boots or cost as much? That was the exact gear gap I was trying to fill. I didn’t need full ankle support or the stiffness of traditional hiking boots, but trail runners weren’t cutting it either. They lacked structure, didn’t hold up to rough terrain, and many were too pricey for me. I wanted something in between: supportive but not stiff, breathable but rugged, comfortable enough for long days, without blowing my gear budget.  That’s where the Merrell Women’s Moab 3 Hiking Shoes come in. They’re low-cut hiking shoes with the soul…

There’s a thing in the Army called hip-pocket training. It’s training, usually at the noncommissioned officer (NCO) level, that can be done with little notice or preparation — normally in 15- to 30-minute blocks. The Army Field Manual 7-0 formalized the process and even set specific responsibilities of the commander, first sergeant and lower NCOs for the planning and implementation of hip-pocket training.The historical tradition is much less formal, with sergeants basically just grabbing their troops when they’ve found themselves with downtime for short training blocks. That could be quizzing your team on the basics of field sanitation or going…

It is impossible to ignore the impact Benchmade has had on the knife world. Whether introducing new, market-changing functionality like the Axis lock, or the overall level of quality that many other brands have been chasing for years, the Butterfly brand remains world-renowned. However, one thing the Oregon knife maker has not been known for is embracing the growing flipper-style trend. Benchmade had the 300 Axis flipper in 2014 and the 601 Tengu flipper in 2021, but both have since largely faded from memory. And aside from the longstanding 495 Vector assisted flipper currently in its lineup, that’s it. When…

The standard line for anti-gun Democrats is that they’re not anti-gun at all, they’re just in favor of a few “common sense safety measures”. Those can include anything from bans on commonly owned firearms, restrictions on the right to carry, waiting periods, gun rationing laws, and a number of other policies, but it also means they oppose any law that might be beneficial to gun owners.  That includes a new Florida law that makes it a little more affordable to exercise our Second Amendment rights. Gov. Ron DeSantis recently signed Florida’s new budget into law,…

Jeep is working to make the Wagoneer more appealing and a better value. The new Jeep Wagoneer Super looks to help reverse the Wagoneer brand’s fortunes, bringing an old name and some features you couldn’t get before without stepping up to the Grand. While the new Limited trim adds some extra visual appeal and other popular features without pushing buyers into a more expensive trim level. Wagoneer Wants You Feeling Super The Super Wagoneer was a luxurious model of the off-roader when it launched in 1966. Luxury then was a lot different from what it is today, so it added…

Even though almost everyone is aware that the ruling class is covering up information in the Jeffrey Epstein case, current President Donald Trump denies it.  He has even gone so far as to urge his supporters not to spread any speculation about the alleged list of the sex offender’s clients. Alan Dershowitz Says He Knows Who’s On The Epstein List: “Hand To God, I Know The Names” Trump is defending his administration’s handling of the release of files related to the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender’s death in jail. Guards Were Sleeping During Epstein’s Alleged Suicide, Then Falsified Records…

Gavin Newsom’s attempt to reinvent himself as a moderate Democrat ahead of the 2028 presidential elections has been amusing to watch, but his latest effort to spin away his positions is downright laughable.  As my colleague Sarah Arnold reports at Townhall, Newsom recently sat down with podcaster Shawn Ryan and was gifted a Sig Sauer P365 X-Macro, which gave the California governor an opening to declare that he’s not anti-gun at all. Instead, he stated his opposition to “large-capacity magazine clips” and “weapons of war” – the phrase leftists use for America’s most popular rifle, the…

This article was originally published by Ava Grace at Natural News.  Copper prices hit historic highs after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 50 percent tariff on imports, causing a 17 percent spike in futures before a slight retreat. The move aims to boost domestic production but risks disrupting global trade and raising costs for U.S. manufacturers. Copper is vital for industries like EVs, defense, and renewable energy. The U.S. imports half its supply (mainly from Chile, Canada, and Mexico), with domestic production hampered by regulations and environmental concerns. Prices soared 13 percent in a single day, marking the biggest-ever…