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Submissions Open for AFSOC’s Thunder Dome 2027 Innovation Competition

HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. —   Calling all AFSOC innovators for the fourth annual Thunder Dome. The submissions window for ideas is now open for AFSOC’s innovation competition known as Thunder Dome. All submissions received by Sept. 13, 2026, will be considered.  This competition is open to any member within the command, and ideas can be submitted at gain.il4.afwerx.dso.mil/usaf/afsoc-thunderdome-2027, ?which is a CAC only […]

Canada's Gun Grab Is On Hold, Again

Canada’s massive, continent-spanning firearms seizure plan is currently on hold as the country’s strongest firearms advocacy group has finally gotten their day in the Supreme Court—but that hold is only temporary.Canucks and their guns @ TFB:Canadian Modular Assault Rifle - Canada Selects New Rifle Crusader Arms Crypto: New "Not An AR" From Canada Canadian Gov't Will Require License To Buy Mags And Gun Barrels Oh Canada! Canucks Getting Their Gun Licenses In Record Numbers What’s happening?

Rochester Bar Security Officer Shoots, Kills Ejected Man Who Retrieved a Handgun From His Car and Came Back Waving It at a Crowded 1:30 A.M. Bar

Key TakeawaysA 31-year-old man was shot dead after returning to a bar with a handgun and pointing it at a security officer.The incident began with a disturbance inside Condado Bar and Grill, leading to the man’s removal by security.He returned with a gun, ignored commands from security, and attempted to force his way back in, prompting the guard to fire.A second attacker then assaulted the guard, who shot again, resulting in the death of the original suspect at the scene.The security guard

POTD: B&T Dominates Subs at EnforceTac 2026

When B&T AG brought its modular 9mm ecosystem to EnforceTac 2026 in late February, the message was pure Swiss pragmatism: submachine gun design philosophy, infinite configurations (and more to come). This trade fair caters exclusively to law enforcement, military, and security decision-makers, agencies operating under different regulatory frameworks and tactical requirements where flexibility matters. Let’s enjoy a mix of images from B&T’s stand. The KH9 semi-automatic carbine serves sport

Neighbor Reportedly Shoots and Kills Attacker After Two Women Are Stabbed at Phoenix Apartment Complex

Key TakeawaysA man died and two women were injured in a stabbing at a Phoenix apartment complex on July 19.A neighbor with a gun stopped the attacker, not a police officer.Details about the victims and the neighbor remain undisclosed by the Phoenix Police Department.There is currently no official information from the police other than what has been reported by AZCentral.This incident highlights the unpredictable nature of emergencies and the readiness of individuals to intervene.Estimated readin

AV Awarded $117.3 Million US Army Production Contract for P550

Initial Order Enhances LRR and Advances Army Drone Dominance Initiative with AV’s Autonomous Group 2 eVTOL UAS ARLINGTON, Va., — July 20, 2026 — AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global leader in intelligent, multi-domain autonomous systems, today announced it has been awarded a $117.3 million contract by the U.S. Army for its P550™ electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) unmanned aerial system in support of the [&#823

Argument Over a Spot in Line at Memphis Mini Mart Ends With Two Men Shot and in Critical Condition

Key TakeawaysTwo men are in critical condition after a shooting over a place in line at a Memphis market.An argument escalated when one man displayed a firearm, igniting a potential gunfight.The incident highlights the importance of restraint for armed citizens in non-life-threatening situations.Situational awareness is crucial; violence can occur unexpectedly in everyday settings.Check your ego; avoiding conflict can prevent unnecessary violence and injury.Estimated reading time: 4 minutesMEMPH

Team SIG’s Daniel Horner Notches 15th National Championship

Horner leads the field at U.S. Practical Shooting Association’s Multigun Nationals NEWINGTON, N.H., (July 21, 2026) – SIG SAUER, an industry-leading manufacturer of cutting-edge firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, and advanced concepts, congratulates Team SIG professional shooter Daniel Horner for winning his 15th national championship. Horner earned the top spot in the Modified division at the 2026 […]

PROOF Research Expands PXT Barrel Line with New Competition Barrels, Pre-Fit Options and Caliber Offerings

COLUMBIA FALLS, Mont. – July 21, 2026 – PROOF Research is proud to announce it is building on the successful launch of its PROOF Exponential Twist (PXT) with an expanded lineup. The new offerings introduce a new category of steel competition blanks, additional pre-fit barrel offerings and expanded caliber offerings, including new .243- and .257-barrel options. The latest additions broaden access to […]

Wing Group CEO Appointed to US Department of Commerce Trade Advisory Committee

Lafayette, CA – The Wing Group is honored and pleased to announce that President and CEO Andrew Branagh has been appointed to serve on the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Industry Trade Advisory Committee on Small Business (ITAC 9). His four-year term became effective on July 16, 2026. As a member of ITAC 9, Branagh will […]

The Titan -New Active Retention Holster

While the standard EDC holster is popular across the board, some people and situations call for a retention rig. Now,

CVA Cascade SR: Hunt Quietly!

The woods are going to be a lot quieter this hunting season, it seems, with more and more shooters adding suppressors to their rifles. With U.S. federal regulations around suppressors changing, they’re now a very attractive add-on to your deer gun, and the manufacturers are increasingly configuring their firearms so you can easily add a suppressor. The latest manufacturer to do this is CVA, with their new Cascade SR rifle.CVA’s latest @ TFB:Fudd Friday: CVA Endura LRH Smokeless Long-Range H

LENOVO X KIT WAN STUDIOS

Explore the design behind the modular, body-armor-inspired jacket that shields you from the outside world and immerses you in the me-time you seek most. Introducing the Lenovo Tab Wear Collection. Partnering with Hong Kong’s futuristic-couture artist KIT WAN Studios, we brought this groundbreaking garment to life, seamlessly integrating a Lenovo tablet into the design for better me-time, anywhere. Shot with a focus on raw textures and atmospheric lighting to highlight the tactile, futuristic nat

WTNB SS26 l TOKI NO KOROMO FASHION PERFORMANCE

TOKI NO KOROMO is born from this first awareness: that time is the choice that comes before all others. To choose the time of things, the rhythm that cannot be bought, accelerated or negotiated. To choose what sustains us: matter that comes from the earth, the body and memory, carrying within it the mark of those who cultivate it, transform it and wear it. To choose the future, not as an abstract promise, but as something that is planted, cared for and willed into existence. In 2125, a centenar

Nigeria, UK deepen security partnership, step up counter-terrorism, cybersecurity cooperation

Nigeria and the United Kingdom have agreed to deepen their security and defence partnership, committing to stronger collaboration in counter-terrorism, cybersecurity, maritime security, intelligence ...

Indian Army, CISF conclude joint training for counter-terrorism ops

Indian Army's Southern Command and the CISF concluded a two-week joint training exercise in Pune. The capsule focused on ...

Map shows states changing gun laws this month

One state is loosening gun restrictions while three are trying to tighten them.

Opinion: The Second Amendment opinion that scrambled the partisan script

Friday’s decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals’ Third Circuit striking down New Jersey’s ban on so-called assault weapons and ...

Kent Loads Up With Waterfowl And Pheasant Shells, And Rebates

As 2026’s hunting season grows nearer, Kent Cartridge has announced new pheasant loads as well as the return of a popular waterfowl round—and they’ve got rebates to help you pay for it all.Blasting birds @ TFB:Hornady Ammunition & Kent Cartridge Price Increases Announced for June 2021 New HEVI-Hammer Bismuth-Steel Dove Shotshells from HEVI Shot Remington's new HyperSonic Steel Shotshells Federal Introduces Prairie Storm shotshellsNew pheasant loadsFirst up, a look at Kent’s new Ultimate Phe

As Europe Faces Rising Heat Waves, Gear Town Named Exclusive EU Distributor for Qore Performance Cooling & Hydration Equipment

The Netherlands — July 16, 2026 — Gear Town, a premier European supplier of professional-grade equipment, has been awarded Exclusive Distribution rights for the complete Qore Performance ICEAGE ECOSYSTEM of thermoregulation technology across the European Union. Operating from their centralized fulfillment hub in The Netherlands, Gear Town manages all retail sales and government procurement pipelines […]