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The modern generation of body armor first began as hot, bulky wraparound Kevlar vests that protected against pistol rounds. But thanks to advances in materials sciences (and a healthy dose of government investment from two decades of continuous war) these ubiquitous police armor options have largely been supplemented or outright replaced by the leaner, more comfortable plate carrier. First popularized by special operators, plate carriers have since proliferated across American society — from SWAT officers to street cops, to tactical fitness folks (think CrossFit or the Tactical Games). And you too can capitalize on their benefits. A plate carrier not…
Whether you need a folding knife for the field or everyday carry, the Kershaw Bel Air Carbon Fiber Clip Point is up to the task.The Kershaw Bel Air clip-point carbon fiber brings premium everyday carry refinement into the hunting world with a profile built for precision, control and reliability. That’s right: A hunting knife doesn’t need a leather sheath or a stag-horn handle.Its MagnaCut blade—finished with satin grinds and stonewashed flats—offers exceptional edge retention and toughness, meaning it stays sharp through long days in the field and resists corrosion when weather turns wet or cold. The clip-point design provides a…
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The Brief: The Department of Justice filed a federal lawsuit against a local county for enacting ordinances that restrict concealed carry within 100 yards of public venues. Federal prosecutors argue these buffer zones violate Supreme Court precedent and lack the historical justification required for declaring specific locations sensitive under constitutional standards. The lawsuit asserts that local governments cannot create expansive restricted areas that inadvertently penalize lawful permit holders. This legal action aims to provide consistent carry rights and prevent a patchwork of municipal rules. Analysts expect the case to influence similar judicial reviews of carry restrictions across the country. ROCKVILLE,…
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Read almost any emergency checklist and pay attention to the person it was apparently written for.That person can carry cases of water up the stairs, walk several miles without help, sleep on a gym floor, eat whatever food is handed to him and go several days without medication. He can hear emergency instructions, understand them immediately, load his own vehicle and evacuate without arguing, panicking or becoming confused. If the power goes out, he grabs a flashlight. If the building needs to be evacuated, he walks down the stairs.That person probably exists somewhere. He just does not represent most American…
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If you could go back and duel Wild Bill Hickock, are your handgun skills good enough that you would walk away alive?Legend has it that Wild Bill Hickock was a “very good” pistol shot, but what does that mean, exactly? I don’t think we will ever know, but legend also tells us that during a gunfight with Davis Tutt in Springfield, Missouri, in 1865, Wild Bill shot Tutt through the heart at 75 yards with either a 0.36-caliber Navy Colt or a 0.44-caliber Colt’s Dragoon. The gun he used is not that important, but most anyone would agree hitting a…
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The Washington Post ran a story this morning about a desert town that came within weeks of dry taps, with a warning that others are lined up behind it. The town is Kearny, Arizona. Two thousand people in Pinal County, about an hour and a half southeast of Phoenix, built in the 1950s to house the crews working the Ray Mine.I want to spend some time on it because of one detail that most of the coverage treats as background: the Gila River was running the whole time. Water in the channel, water in the wells, and the town legally…
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Do fun-sized candy bars taste better than the full-size versions? This has been a debate amongst candy scholars through the years. The correct ratio of chocolate to filling varies depending on the size of the candy, but the truth is it depends more on the kind of candy itself. Some do better in smaller sizes, while others shine in the diabetes-filled king-size wrapper. So why even bother with a smaller candy bar? More isn’t always better. Sometimes a smaller amount is just the right amount. Plus, the nostalgia of the middle-school lunchbox treat brings joy. As we grow up and…
The Brief: A gunfight between two individuals at a Seattle Center festival on July 26, 2026, resulted in three deaths and four injuries. The incident occurred near the International Fountain, causing a stampede as thousands of attendees fled. Innocent bystanders, including a toddler, were caught in the lethal crossfire. Seattle Police arrested one suspect at the scene and recovered two firearms, while a second shooter remains at large. Law enforcement and medical teams coordinated a massive emergency response and evacuation. Local officials expressed grief over the tragedy as detectives continue to investigate and interview persons of interest. SEATTLE, WA —…
