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Review: Springfield XD Mod.4 OSP 9mm
Editor’s Note: The author received a Springfield XD Mod.4 pistol on loan from the company for the purposes of writing this review.I’ve always appreciated the Springfield Armory XD series for what it is: a simple, reliable and accurate 9mm pistol. While the original may have more than two decades under its belt, I appreciate a gun with a solid reputation for performance. That’s what the XD handgun is known for: being a dependable, no-nonsense striker-fired pistol.The Springfield XD Mod.4 continue
TFB Review: Boyds Agility Deadset Stock
Hunting rifles have evolved drastically over the years, with modern precision machining and materials such as carbon fiber introduced into both the stock and the barrel, and an off-the-shelf rifle can now outperform custom-built actions from a decade ago. Many people with older rifles seek ways to improve their gun without losing the charm of an old school Remington.Boyds has been in the stock game for a long time and has always been one of the most popular and reliable names in the game. T
101st Airborne Division Tests Next-Gen Drones
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. — The 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) tested their ability to integrate unmanned aircraft systems to support ground forces during a live-fire exercise on March 12. “We are no strangers to innovation here on Fort Campbell,” said Brig. Gen. Travis McIntosh, deputy commanding general of operations for the 101st. “Drones are reshaping […]
POTD: Into the White with Finnish M05 Snow Camo
Photo Of The Day: Where winter has arrived in parts of the Northern Hemisphere, and with it comes the annual shift toward cold-weather kits and specialized camouflage. Today’s image highlights Varusteleka’s new L4 Winter Combat garments, purpose-built for operations where the landscape is nothing but snow from horizon to horizon. Below is the Sako TRG M10, all whited-out. While traditional snow suits worn over regular gear remain perfectly functional, the L4 system aims to optimize mobility
The Rimfire Report: ELEY Subsonic 38gr Hollow Point
This week in The Rimfire Report, we’re taking a look at another budget-friendly load from one of the world’s best .22LR ammunition manufacturers, ELEY. The last time we featured ELEY, we tested their remarkably consistent and accurate Target 40-grain round nose load. Fired through our Angstadt Vanquish-22 equipped Ruger Precision Rimfire, that round maintained reliable subsonic performance while delivering excellent accuracy. This time, I wanted to try something that would make even better
FL: House Overwhelmingly Approves Conditional Campus Carry Measure
<p>Florida lawmakers move to give trained campus staff the ability to respond to threats.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/florida-armed-campus-staff-bill/">FL: House Overwhelmingly Approves Conditional Campus Carry Measure</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
Drones, Robots, Satellites: Rheinmetall Presents Itself at the XPONENTIAL Europe 2026
Rheinmetall AG will be participating in the specialised trade fair XPONENTIAL Europe 2026 in Düsseldorf from 24 to 26 March 2026. The event is one of the most recognized European trade fairs for autonomous systems, robotics and unmanned technologies. This year, for the first time, special attention is being paid to the topic of security […]
The Most Dangerous Thing We Do Everyday
Key TakeawaysProper gun handling is vital, especially when holstering, as it reflects a person’s skills and attitudes towards safety.Frequent risk arises because we holster handguns multiple times a day, leading to a dangerous normalcy bias.We often see influencers demonstrating poor holstering habits, which may influence others negatively.The main mistake is pointing the gun at ourselves while holstering, jeopardizing safety rules.To improve, we must slow down, pay attention, and build a
Police: Armed 27-Year-Old Shoots 16-Year-Old During Robbery Attempt in Chicago
Key TakeawaysA fatal shooting occurred during an attempted robbery on Chicago’s South Side on March 18.A 27-year-old man shot a 16-year-old suspect who tried to rob him at gunpoint in West Pullman.The suspect was pronounced dead at the hospital; his identity remains unreleased.Two handguns were recovered at the scene; the 27-year-old man is being questioned but faces no charges yet.The ongoing investigation underscores the rapid escalation of violent encounters and the right to self-defens
Florida Bill Allowing Armed Church Volunteers Now Heads to Governor After Near-Unanimous Votes
Key TakeawaysFlorida lawmakers passed CS/SB 52, allowing volunteers to provide armed security at places of worship without a state-issued license.The bill gained strong support, passing the Senate 39-0 and the House 111-1 before heading to the governor.The legislation amends section 493.6102 to create an exemption for unpaid volunteers, clarifying their licensing requirements.The law emphasizes community-based security measures and is expected to take effect on July 1, 2026, after gubernatorial
The Practical Benefits of Over-the-Barrel Suppressors
<p>Over-the-barrel suppressors cut length, improve balance, and run cooler.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/over-the-barrel-suppressor-guide/">The Practical Benefits of Over-the-Barrel Suppressors</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
FPC Sues New York Over Times Square Gun Ban
FPC Sues to End New York’s Times Square Gun Ban iStock-1442914010In a direct challenge to one of New York’s most visible gun-control measures, a licensed handgun carrier and the Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) filed a federal lawsuit alleging that the state’s ban on firearms in Times Square violates the Second Amendment. The complaint, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, accuses top state and city officials of enforcing an unconstitutional restriction that effective
Show HN: Bash Theft Auto – a GTA-inspired open-world crime game in pure Bash
I built a text-based open-world crime game entirely in Bash, inspired by the GTA series.Features:
- Multiple cities to travel between (Los Santos, Vice City, Liberty City, etc.)
- Jobs (legitimate and criminal) with location-based payouts
- Inventory system: weapons, drugs, health packs, body armor
- Drug buying/selling economy with risk
- Health system with hospital visits
- Music player via mpg123
- Save/load game state
- Plugin support – drop a .sh file into /plugins to add new
Colorado Big Game Hunting Series Part 3 - Big Game Hunting Q&A: Gear, Optics, Firearms & Scouting Tips
In this live Big Game Hunting Series Q&A, Nate Zelinski covers a wide range of essential topics for Colorado hunters. From choosing the right firearm, ammunition, and optics to understanding muzzleloader regulations and archery setup, this session is packed with practical advice. Nate also answers audience questions on gear selection, shooting practice, scouting strategies, animal movement, and how pressure, fires, and drought impact big game. Whether you're a new hunter or experienced in the fi
Rare L.C. Smith Eagle Grade EE 30" Full 12 GA SXS Double Shotgun, 1917 C&R
The history of the L.C. Smith firearms is quite interesting. L. C. Smith formed a partnership with L. H. Smith and W.H. Baker to manufacture a three-barrel gun in 1879. L. C. Smith took over the company in 1880 and in 1884 began manufacturing hammer shotguns. Smith became interested in a new-fangled invention called the typewriter, and sold the company in 1888 to John Hunter. Smith went on to form the Smith-Corona company and became a world leader in the manufacture of typewriters. The L. C. Smi
CAT 4-B_dts safety
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Iran has always been 'lethal spoiler,' EU counter-terror chief tells Europe Today
EU Counter-Terrorism Coordinator Bartjan Wegter told Euronews' flagship show Europe Today that instability, conflict or violence always creates opportunity for violence, including for the Tehran regim...
UK Counter-Terror Police Leading Probe Into Attack on Jewish Community Ambulances
Charred remains of ambulances belonging to Hatzola, a Jewish community organisation, which were set on fire in an incident ...
Counter-terrorism police leading investigation into ambulance arson attack
Four Jewish community ambulances were set on fire in the early hours of Monday.
Children as young as 12 are getting radicalised in Europe, EU counter-terrorism chief tells Euronews
European teens are in danger of radicalisation and recruitment online, the EU counter-terrorism coordinator warns, saying ...