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…
Canada has confirmed its first hantavirus infection after a cruise ship passenger tested positive for the virus. The infected person was on board the MV Hondius, the cruise ship where the initial outbreak occurred. According to a report by The Guardian, one of the four Canadians quarantining after being on the MV Hondius has tested positive for hantavirus. The test resulted in a “presumptive positive” test result for the virus, Canadian officials said Saturday. Results from the National Microbiology Lab in Winnipeg to confirm the case are expected to come over the weekend, said Dr. Bonnie Henry, the public health…
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The automotive industry is currently in the middle of the Age of Electrification. Most automakers are exploring the possibilities of electric and hybrid powertrains, adding EVs and hybrids to their lineup and some are entirely phasing out gas-powered options. However, within the world of electrified cars, there is a hierarchy in terms of which are most popular. Towards the bottom of the list we find plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), which are a lot less popular than other types of hybrid vehicles. Last year, PHEVs made up less than 5% of new car sales in the US. The reasons why PHEVs haven’t…
Mike Harris is the director of public policy at Gun Owners’ Action League in Massachusetts. The Bay State professional defender of the Second Amendment is a lawyer, used to be a legislative aide on Beacon Hill, and has been with GOAL for a number of years. Harris has been particularly busy the last few years with the legislative attacks on gun owners, dirty tricks from Governor Healey, and everything else he’s juggling. Spoiler alert, it’s as sticky as the great molasses flood. While attending the 2026 National Rifle Association Annual Meeting, Harris took some time out…
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) has introduced legislation that would significantly expand the scope of the Foreign Agents Registration Act, or FARA, potentially forcing U.S.-based lobbying groups like AIPAC to register as foreign principals under federal law. Massie is fighting for his congressional life as big-money donors are pouring money into the GOP primary in Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District towards Massie’s opponent, Ed Gallrein, a former Navy SEAL and farmer who is endorsed by President Donald Trump. It’s been reported that the race has already become the most expensive in primary election history. The proposal, titled the “Americans Insist on Political…
Iran has warned the United States that the Gulf of Oman could become a “graveyard” for America’s fleets. Warships will be meeting their watery end as negotiations remain gridlocked. The US and Israel are also preparing plans to attack Iran should negotiations remain in a stalemate. Iran has said that the US’s naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is going to result in the Gulf of Oman becoming a graveyard for US warships. US & Israel Prepare To Attack Iran Next Week “The longer they continue the naval blockade of Iran, the greater the damage to the world economy…
The Louisiana Legislature passed a bill that makes it a crime to lie about military service or to claim unearned military awards, sending the measure to Republican Gov. Jeff Landry for his signature. Senate Bill 51 earned unanimous support in both chambers, clearing the state House of Representatives last Monday after passing the state Senate in March in a 35-0 vote. The bill was authored by State Sen. Caleb Kleinpeter, a Marine Corps veteran who served as an infantry rifleman in Iraq and Afghanistan before his honorable discharge in 2005 with the rank of sergeant. Stolen valor has been a…
I’ll be upfront: I’ve been a longtime Olight doubter. On top of that, I find it incredibly difficult to gather my thoughts on something that I actually like. For context, back in the day, when a much younger me first started writing firearm and gear reviews, a few of their early lights (specifically the S2R Baton II) left me initially amused, but eventually unimpressed with their long-term durability. Olight products, in their early days, in my experience, didn’t always hold up in real use, with durability questions and performance that sometimes pushed the envelope of what you could squeeze out…
Hiking along the rocky shoreline of the Poudre River, the uneven terrain had me teetering back and forth as I made my way toward the river’s edge. Normally, I wouldn’t take such a tenuous approach with a heavy pack on my back, but the new Baltoro 65L carried the weight so effortlessly that I almost forgot it was there. Arriving at the river’s edge, I slung the pack off my back and reached with one hand into the mesh dump pocket for my water filter while the other pulled my bottle from its sleeve. It’s no wonder the Baltoro has…
Despite the fact that its a project of anti-gun zealot Mike Bloomberg, The Trace likes to bill itself as a straightforward news operation, albeit one that focuses on “gun violence.” And all too often, mainstream media outlets are happy to play along with that fiction. The Trace has partnered with USA Today, Rolling Stone, and other platforms to advance an anti-gun agenda under a veneer of impartiality, though it’s not too difficult to see the pro-gun control bias in their reports. The Trace’s Jennifer Mascia raised some eyebrows over the weekend with a post on…
Whether you’re heading out on a summer vacation, tackling a cross-country PCS move or making that final drive into civilian life, road trips can get expensive fast. Between gas, food, lodging and keeping everyone entertained, military families can burn through cash before they even hit the halfway point. But many service members, veterans and military families forget they already have access to travel perks that can significantly cut costs on the road. From free national park access to discounted military lodging, here are some of the best military travel benefits to use during your next summer road trip or PCS.…
Belarus said Monday it launched joint drills with Russia to practice the use of nuclear weapons that Moscow has deployed on the territory of its neighbor and ally. Belarus’ authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko has allowed Russia to deploy some of its tactical nuclear weapons to his country. In December, Russia also announced that its latest intermediate range nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system entered service in Belarus, which borders Ukraine and NATO members Poland, Latvia and Lithuania. The Belarusian Defense Ministry said that the drills will involve missile units and warplanes. “During the exercise, in cooperation with the Russian side, it is…
