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Best Plate Carrier 2026 – Top 5 Picks You Shouldn’t Ignore

Best Plate Carrier 2026 – Top 5 Picks You Shouldn’t IgnoreMost people choose the wrong plate carrier… and regret it later.Either it’s too heavy, uncomfortable, or just not built for real use.If you’re confused about which plate carrier to buy in 2026, this quick breakdown will help you avoid common mistakes and pick gear that actually performs.Here are the top 5 plate carriers built for real-world use:• Aspetto KWIQ PC 2 – lightweight, fast setup, strong MOLLE system• Crye Precision JPC 2.

UK Counter Terrorism police probe arson attack at former London synagogue

Minor damage caused to gates of building in east of capital, no injuries reported; officers looking at potential links to other incidents targeting Jewish community The post UK Counter Terrorism ...

Axe attack sparks review of counter-terror process

Alina Burns was jailed for 19 years and six months for the attack Counter-terrorism police have changed their processes after ...

Qld man charged for concerning posts by Joint Counter Terrorism Team

A 48-year-old has been arrested by the state's Joint Counter Terrorism Team over alleged "concerning posts" on social media.

MEA's Sibi George highlights India's cross-border terrorism threat at BRICS meeting

George said this in his keynote address at the 11th Annual BRICS Counter Terrorism Working Group meeting in Delhi on Thursday ...

Cyprus expresses solidarity with India in fight against terrorism

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday categorically and unequivocally condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism. Cyprus expressed solidarity and unwavering support to India in its fight against cross-border terrorism, a statement by the Prime Minister's Office said.

In New Hampshire, a Setback for Second Amendment Rights on Campus

A legislative effort to eliminate gun-free zones on public college campuses has died. But for its student sponsor, the fight ...

House Passes Bost Bill on Veterans’ Second Amendment Rights

WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12) today applauds the passage of H.R. 1041, the Veterans Second Amendment ...

Leonardo Launches Guardian Vantage, a New Passive Land EW and SIGINT Capability to Detect, Identify and Locate Battlefield Emitters

Leonardo has unveiled Guardian Vantage, a new land-based Electronic Warfare (EW) and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) capability which detects, recognises, identifies and locates enemy emissions on the battlefield. The system is designed for use on land vehicles, ships, or for mounting onto shelters. Modern operations are increasingly shaped by how effectively forces can sense and understand […]

Neighbors Say the Man Had Alzheimer’s. It Doesn’t Change What the Homeowner Faced.

Key TakeawaysA homeowner shot an intruder who assaulted him in his home, with police confirming no public threat exists.The resident’s actions were justified due to the immediate threat presented by the intruder, regardless of any potential medical condition.Witnesses claim the intruder had Alzheimer’s or dementia, complicating the emotional aspect of the incident.The incident highlights the legal right to defend oneself against imminent threats, despite the tragic backdrop.The inves

FPC Just Asked the Supreme Court to End Maryland’s Carry Bans, and the List of Banned Places Is Staggering

Key TakeawaysThe Firearms Policy Coalition challenges Maryland’s public carry restrictions in the Supreme Court case Novotny v. Moore, citing the aftermath of the Bruen decision.Maryland’s new Gun Safety Act aims to limit carry locations instead of issuing permits, creating numerous restricted areas.The Fourth Circuit upheld most location bans, raising concerns about the interpretation of the right to carry, especially in ‘crowded’ places.Historically, the petition argues

Virginia Gun Ban Faces NSSF-Backed Lawsuit and Emergency Injunction Request

Virginia’s SB749 gun and magazine ban is now facing multiple Second Amendment lawsuits ahead of its July 1 effective date. iStock-1249586568A new NSSF-backed lawsuit, Black v. Hook, is challenging Virginia’s SB749/HB217, the sweeping ban on so-called “assault firearms” and magazines capable of holding more than 15 rounds. The complaint was filed in Fauquier County Circuit Court on behalf of Virginia gun owners, a gun shop, a firearms manufacturer, and a magazine manufacturer.According to NSSF, t

UF PRO Launches the P-40 Responder Shirt Bringing Combat Shirt Functionality Into a Short-Sleeve Design

KOMENDA, SLOVENIA (21 May 2026) UF PRO has introduced the new P-40 Responder Shirt, a lightweight short-sleeve tactical shirt designed for patrol duties, range training, extended operational wear in warm-weather conditions, and everyday duties on base grounds. While traditional long-sleeve combat shirts remain essential for military field operations, the P-40 Responder Shirt was designed primarily […]

NSSF Funds Lawsuit Against Virginia for Unconstitutional Firearm Bans

The National Shooting Sports Foundation is funding a  lawsuit filed against the Commonwealth of Virginia over its newly enacted  HB 217 / SB 749, which the group calls an unconstitutional ban on commonly owned firearms. The suit was filed in Fauquier County Circuit Court on May 15.Plaintiffs include individual gun owners Erick Black and Britton Condon, along with Clark’s Gun Shop, Optimus Arms, and Hexmag USA. The complaint argues that Virginia’s new law violates both the U.S. Constitution’

A Grizzly Charged a Father and His Young Son. He Stopped It at 5 Yards.

Key TakeawaysA father defended himself and his son from a charging grizzly bear while hunting in Idaho on May 16.The father initially used his sidearm, then switched to his hunting rifle, killing the bear at close range.Idaho Fish and Game determined the father acted in self-defense, deeming it a justified response to the imminent threat.Grizzlies are protected by law, emphasizing the importance of a thorough investigation in such incidents.The article advises carrying bear spray and firearms, a

Florida AG Warns Port St. Lucie HOA Over Gun Ban in Common Areas

Lawsuit Challenges Hawaii’s Ban on Concealed Carry Permits for Non-Residents, iStock-2196791813Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has issued a strong warning to a Port St. Lucie homeowners’ association regarding its recent ban on firearms in common areas. The association’s policy is not allowed under state law, specifically Florida Statute 790.33, and could prompt the attorney general to take legal action against the HOA.In a formal letter sent on Thursday to the Tradition Community A

Shell Shock Technologies Launches .338 Lapua NAS3 Cartridge Cases

Shell Shock Technologies has commercially released its .338 Lapua NAS3 cartridge cases, extending the company’s two-piece NAS3 technology into one of the most demanding long-range calibers on the market. The cases are available now direct from the manufacturer in quantities ranging from 250 to 5,000.The NAS3 design pairs a corrosion-resistant nickel-alloy body with an ultra-durable stainless-steel head. According to the company, the result is a case that is roughly 30 percent lighter than

Two Defense Contractors Arrested for Bribery and Major Fraud Conspiracy Scheme Affecting Department of War Technology Innovation Contracts

Today (May 20, 2026), the Justice Department announced criminal charges against Leonard Pick, 62, of Palm Beach Shores, Florida, and Brian Kent, 59, of Tampa, Florida, for orchestrating a bribery and major fraud conspiracy that corrupted the competitive procurement process for a Department of War technology innovation lab in the Pacific. The defendants’ alleged conduct […]

OG Guntuber Jordan "Dugan" Ashley Facing Federal Charges

Longtime readers here and early GunTube fans have likely followed Dugan Ashley of CarniK Con (Carnivorous Kinetic Concepts) since he burst onto the scene around 2013. Jordan Derrick, who is an OIF Army veteran, brought something fresh with his high-energy humor and unique access to obscure firearms and full autos, at least in the early days of Guntube. Along with a healthy dose of genuine technical firearms knowledge, Dugan also self-produced gun-themed music tracks, and in my opinion, had

Gear Review: Kinetic 2 Pistol Bag by Condition 1

I don’t think I need to sell any readers around here on the idea that a firearm can be more than just a tool. For many of us it’s a concrete symbol of independence, something that will keep us safe when all other measures have failed, and often, an heirloom we plan to pass down to our loved ones. Given that monumental level of importance, why wouldn’t we exercise some level of diligence to protect it?The Kinetic 2 Pistol Bag cuts an attractive profile. The quality of materials and workmanship is