Barring an injunction, Virginia’s new ban on “assault firearms” and “large capacity” magazines will take effect on July 1, but there are already signs that enforcing the ban may be a challenge outside of Democrat-controlled enclaves in the commonwealth.  We’ve already seen at least two…

The right pair of climbing shoes is the ultimate link between you and the rock. They transform microscopic edges and slick smears into secure, confidence-inspiring footholds. For this update, diehard rock hounds Rob Simpson and Miya Tsudome put eight new climbing shoes through a three-month testing cycle, logging over 30…

Retirement savings can feel like a moving target for military spouses. Careers shift, duty stations change, and employment can be inconsistent or interrupted. But the good news is that multiple ways exist to build long-term financial security, even with those challenges. The key is understanding your options and using what…

Little did I know back in November when I wrote about Thomas Massie’s staunch support of the Second Amendment that six months later, a Trump-backed primary candidate’s supporters would be trying to push claims that Massie is anti-gun and “always votes with Democrats.” My guess is that when every…

One of America’s most remote, isolated national parks is dealing with a fast-moving wildfire, and it can all be traced back to a sailing trip gone wrong. Santa Rosa, one of the five islands in Channel Islands National Park, caught fire after a stranded sailor reportedly set off flares to…

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Four U.S. Navy aviators survived a midair collision during an air demonstration Sunday in Idaho after ejecting from two EA-18G Growler aircraft moments before the jets crashed near Mountain Home Air Force Base. The incident occurred during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show, a major public event that drew thousands of…

If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if a high-end custom 1911 collided with ancient sword-making aesthetics, Cabot Guns just answered the question. Meet the new Cabot Damascus Bedside 1911 (formerly called the Ultimate Bedside) a pistol that somehow manages to look like a museum piece while still being purpose-built…

A massive planned community in Port St. Lucie, Florida is enacting new rules for residents that prohibit the lawful carrying of firearms in all common areas of the neighborhood, including all parks, trails, and even the community dog park.  Tradition is home to about 10,000…

Tucking into the woods on a late Friday afternoon, my family headed to our favorite backpacking site. The state park trail cycles through the best of what the upper Ozarks has to offer — large boulders, towering cliffs above creek beds, and changing ecosystems along the trail, from tall Pines…

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For many military families, threat awareness is second nature. Service members are trained to think about risk. Spouses learn to adapt through deployments, permanent change-of-station moves and long stretches of uncertainty. Operational security becomes part of family vocabulary. Trust, urgency and chain of command aren’t abstract ideas. They are part…

Second Amendment Foundation just picked up another major courtroom win against New York’s post-Bruen carry restrictions. And one of the state’s most controversial anti-carry rules is officially staying down. In a new ruling tied to Christian v. James, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit affirmed a…

The best climbing pants move with you. They hold up to rough rock and brushy approaches, and stay comfortable through long days of hiking, climbing, and hanging around camp. For this update, seasoned climber and lead tester Rob Simpson put three new pairs through a three-month winter-and-spring testing cycle in…

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LAUREL, Miss. — A 20-year-old man wanted in connection with the shooting of Missouri football star Ahmad Hardy at an outdoor concert in Mississippi has been arrested.Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.Rashodrick Harris of Wayne County, Mississippi, was taken into custody…

Diablo 4 has changed a lot since it originally released in 2023, but one feature still has players confused as to why it exists in Season 13. Credit: Image via Blizzard Originally published by  Game Rant Diablo 4 players are calling on Blizzard to uncap the max number of Obols one…

Gear up for your next adventures and save during this seasonal sale. Like most holiday sales, the deals start before and conclude on Memorial Day (May 25). We combed through Backcountry’s inventory to find deals we think you’d like, especially hiking and camping gear. Making the cut are items from…

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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…

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…