The North Atlantic Treaty Organization has launched an experimental Arctic drone task force expanding its military presence in the region. The United States-led bloc has consistently cited an alleged Russian threat to justify its Arctic buildup. According to a report by RT, this latest NATO initiative was unveiled over the weekend as the research vessel Alliance departed La Spezia, Italy, launching Task Force X-Arctic (TFX-Arctic). The experimental unit is set to operate through 2026 and into next year, with the stated aim of demonstrating how uncrewed systems can provide persistent multi-domain situational awareness across the North Atlantic, the Arctic, and the…
We sped down Cement Creek Road between 11,000-foot Cement Mountain and Red Mountain’s ridge. The sun was setting on our double-track return. For the first time on our ride, I easily rolled at a faster clip than my e-bike partner, Dane Tudor. He was on a full suspension e-MTB, while I was testing the updated Aventon Ramblas ADV hardtail e-mountain bike. Clearly, this playful, nimble hardtail design is made to transfer power to the ground. The tread pattern enables the bike to roll quickly and efficiently: Maxxis Rekon tires utilize a tightly spaced, ramped center tread. The design minimizes resistance,…
As we’ve long seen, Floridians aren’t anti-gun. In fact, they removed a number of lawmakers who voted for the post-Parkland gun control measures, and they continue to push for a restoration of their gun rights. In fact, they’ve made some pretty good strides. Unfortunately, those post-Parkland measures are still in place. While Gov. Ron DeSantis has been pretty pro-gun, it’s been Attorney General James Uthmeier who has made a lot of the recent pro-gun moves.His latest has been to say that the state’s three-day waiting period is unconstitutional and is settling a lawsuit that challenged…
Last fall, a few Japanese automakers started looking into the possibility of importing some of their American-made vehicles into Japan. Seemingly the reason behind this wasn’t just to sell more cars, but also to potentially improve relations with the US, and particularly the Trump administration, to potentially ease tariffs on Japan’s exports. Some automakers have begun to follow through on those plans, particularly Toyota, as it and its subsidiary Subaru may bring two more models to Japanese customers. The Biggest Comes From Subaru Credit: Subaru At first blush, it seems a little strange that, of all the models Subaru could sell…
The Rossignol Alltrack 130 Elite LV LT is a bold new entrant in the “downhill-first hybrid” category. After a season of test laps at several Colorado ski resorts, I found that this ski boot is designed for aggressive expert skiers who primarily ride lifts but want the freedom to step beyond the boundary rope for short tours or sidecountry adventures. With a 98mm last, 130 flex, and neon pastel colors, it’s unapologetically performance-oriented. The set targets advanced to expert skiers, and it prioritizes precision and responsiveness over gram-counting for long tours. In short: The Rossignol Alltrack 130 Elite LV LT…
The Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division is putting the city of Philadelphia on notice over allegations that carry permits are being revoked without cause In a letter to Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon warned that DOJ is commencing an investigation into the city and the Philly police over “possible violations of the Violent Crime Control and LawEnforcement Act of 1994, 34 U.S.C. § 12601, which prohibits state and local governments from engaging in a pattern or practice of conduct by law enforcement officers that deprives individuals of rights protected by…
Baltimore’s “Safe Streets” initiative has received a lot of the credit for the city’s dramatic plunge in violent crime over the past few years, but now one man tasked with making city streets safer is accused of adding to the violence in Charm City. 51-year-old Antoine Burton was arrested and charged with one count of attempted murder on Sunday night after police responded to reports fo shots fired in the northwest part of the city. Northern District police officers were patrolling in the Central Park Heights neighborhood around 7:25 p.m. Sunday when they heard gunshots near…
TOKYO (AP) — Chinese and North Korean state-run media this week devoted thousands of words to Xi Jinping ‘s summit with Kim Jong Un, but made no mention of a key matter for Washington: the North’s steadfast pursuit of nuclear weapons that could threaten the United States and its allies in Asia. The silence says more than reams of the carefully framed propaganda. Until disarmament talks finally fell apart in 2019, Washington and Beijing were yearslong partners in diplomacy seeking to persuade North Korea to abandon its nuclear ambitions in return for much-needed aid and political recognition. Beijing routinely called…
This article was originally published by Zoey Sky at Natural News. A major new Pew Research Center poll shows that in 32 out of 36 countries surveyed, the majority of people now view Israel unfavorably. On average, 67% of adults across these nations hold negative opinions, with only 25% having a positive view. This marks a sharp and historic decline in Israel’s global reputation. The most intense negative feelings come from countries like Turkey (97% unfavorable), Pakistan, Malaysia, and Indonesia. But the shift is also dramatic in Western nations that have long been Israel’s closest allies. For example, unfavorable views…
I’ve spent a lot of time behind glass over the years, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that high magnification binoculars are only as useful as your ability to hold them steady. At 16x, even the slightest hand tremor turns a crisp image into an abstract blur. That’s exactly the problem Sig Sauer set out to solve with the ZULU6 HDX OIS 16x42mm binoculars, and after putting these through their paces for several months, I can tell you they’ve done a remarkable job of it. Out of the box, the ZULU6 HDX binos carry that unmistakable Sig Sauer…
We’re learning more details about the two teenage suspects who authorities say are responsible for a shooting at San Diego’s largest mosque on Monday that resulted in the murders of three men. According to officials, the 17 and 18-year-old (who will not be named by Bearing Arms) who carried out the attack took their own lives after fleeing the mosque. Police first became aware of one of the teens when his mom contacted police to report a runaway. During the course of that conversation, authorities learned that several of the mom’s firearms were missing, as…
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth traveled to Kentucky this week to campaign against Rep. Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, in a move that has raised Hatch Act questions. Hegseth appeared at a rally for Republican challenger Ed Gallrein in Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District after President Donald Trump publicly targeted Massie over disagreements involving foreign policy and spending, in addition to Massie being on the forefront of wanting to fully release the so-called Epstein files. Promotional materials and local media coverage advertised the event using Hegseth’s official title, rather than presenting him merely as a private political activist. The administration…
This article was originally published by Tyler Durden at ZeroHedge under the title Oil Slides After Iran Says US Agreed To Lift Oil Sanctions During Talks, Long-Term ‘Nuclear Freeze’ On Table Summary A flurry of (the somewhat typically-timed) Monday opener headlines has pushed oil prices lower, erasing weekend gains, including Al Arabia reporting that Iran is ready to accept a long-term nuclear freeze. Iran has submitted its latest proposal comprising 14-points through Pakistan, amid reports that the US has offered to lift sanctions on Iranian oil during the interim negotiating period. Reports further add that Russia’s offer to take and hold Iran’s…
The so-called vampire rule was, perhaps, one of the most idiotic concepts in American law. With the vampire rule, no other civil liberty is presumed to be restricted in a privately owned business other than the right to keep and bear arms. It’s called that because vampires have to be invited inside, much like gun owners in states like New York are. And, the state got smacked down pretty hard on Monday.As Cam noted yesterday, the Second Circuit isn’t exactly a pro-gun court, which means it has to be pretty egregious for them to call…
BEIJING (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin is traveling to China to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping less than a week after U.S. President Donald Trump wrapped up his own trip to Beijing. Putin is scheduled to be in China on Tuesday and Wednesday in a visit likely to be closely watched as Beijing seeks to maintain stable relations with the United States while also preserving strong ties with Russia. The Kremlin has said Putin and Xi plan to discuss economic cooperation between the two countries, but also “key international and regional issues.” The visit coincides with the 25th…
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Fred Minnick was at his wits’ end. The Army veteran had tried just about every form of therapy. Nothing worked. Nothing could stem the crushing tide of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that consumed his life. With nowhere else to turn, the Iraq War veteran believed he was left with three outcomes: prison, homelessness or ending his life by suicide. He tried that too. Still, nothing could strip away the pain. Until one day, a breakthrough. Determined to feel better, Minnick sat in the office of a Veterans Affairs therapist, like he had done many times before. But today was different.…
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Derek Kolstad refers to his Hollywood rise as an “overnight success” that took 15 years to achieve. The acclaimed screenwriter known for writing and creating the popular film series John Wick starring Keanu Reeves, and more recently the Nobody movies starring Bob Odenkirk, spoke with Military.com on how he navigated a turbulent entertainment industry to ultimately reach his goals. A recent press tour as part of the latest film he wrote, NORMAL, also starring Odenkirk, led to an April 24 USO visit with Marines at Camp Pendleton. Kolstad mentioned how the military affected his upbringing and why giving time to…
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Liberty University’s 14th annual Military Graduate Recognition Ceremony celebrated a record-breaking number of military graduates. Held at Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg, Va., on Thursday, the gathering was nearly standing room only. “When faced with the demands of full and often overwhelming military life, alongside the pursuit of your education, you chose both. That is worthy of recognition,” said Ret. Maj. and Chaplain Brian Harvey, the assistant director of Liberty’s Center for Chaplaincy, in his welcome remarks to the graduates, which were streamed online and viewed by Military.com. Liberty University holds 14th annual Military Graduate Recognition Ceremony (Liberty University).…
