Author: Braxton Taylor
TAMPA, Florida–Vice Adm. Frank Whitworth has satellite imagery for virtually every corner of the globe. But what keeps him awake at night are not the threats he knows about. It’s the ones he or the intelligence analysts under him might miss. “Warning is the big behemoth for us,” the head of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency told Defense One on the sidelines of the Global SOF event here, “When you’re talking, ‘Are we keeping an eye on all these complexities in the world? Have you established a baseline everywhere? Will you be able to warn that something is anomalous and prevent surprise?’…
Behind Trump’s Yemen retreat: The U.S. military nearly lost “several” F-16s and an F-35 fighter jet to air defense systems during Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s aborted Operation Rough Rider, U.S. officials told the New York Times. The air campaign ran from March 15 to May 5, when President Trump decided he “had had enough,” according to the Times.Trump ordered a halt to those U.S. airstrikes on May 5. The following day he informed reporters at the White House, “We will stop the bombings and they have capitulated. But more importantly, we will take their word: they say they will not be…
Hornady is introducing the new 25 Creedmoor cartridge. Recently accepted by Sporting Arms and Manufacturers Institute (SAAMI), the 25 Creedmoor continues the legacy and performance of the Creedmoor family of cartridges. Consumer ammunition offerings will feature bullets selected to deliver the shot, no matter if it is for hunting, competition shooting or other long-range-shooting applications. “The 25 Creedmoor is the end result of our constant pursuit of maximizing ballistic potential.” said Jayden Quinlan, senior ballistician at Hornady. “This cartridge fills that competitive niche between 6mm and 6.5mm—providing shooters the absolute best blend of moderate recoil, flat trajectory, and superior wind…
Why are lever guns so popular all of a sudden? Maybe it’s because more and more Americans are living in restrictive states which drastically curtail the right to keep and bear some sort of arms. Or maybe it’s because of recent popular TV shows which show off lever-action guns left, right and center. To be honest, we think it’s because they’re outrageously fun to shoot. Whatever the reason is, there’s never been a better time to own a lever-action firearm. Fightlite | Herring Model 2024A lever-action rifle that uses a rotating bolt like an AR-pattern firearm, the Model 2024 uses…
SCCY is no longer in business. Its assets—including CNC machines/centers, robodrills, injection molding machines, lathes, office equipment, 3D printers and more—will go to the highest bidder(s) in a sale conducted by Prestige Auction from June 24 to 26. News of the approaching closure became widespread when the Volusa County Tax Office posted notices of “Pending Levy and Seizure” on the company’s Daytona Beach, FL, factory on March 11, 2025. They stated, “All equipment, furniture and fixtures located inside this location regardless of status (owned, leased, loaned or borrowed) are subjected to taxation and are now under a pending levy and…
Welcome to MeatEater At MeatEater, we believe a deeper connection to the natural world enriches all our lives. Through honest storytelling, expert advice, top-tier gear, and a commitment to conservation, we help hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts live closer to nature. Read the full article here
This episode is all about training puppies, with Jordan Horak, who is not only an amazing bird dog trainer, but who also understands how to challenge and reward puppies the right way. Connect with Tony, Cal, and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal’s Merch Read the full article here
This week Reid and Dan recap the last few months of chasing turkeys across the country and give the comical antics that help them snag a few long beards this season. The brothers answer some fan questions and give further insight into their lives as dads, songwriters, and outdoorsmen. Read the full article here
Tony Peterson breaks down how to choose and use dog training tools to help you and your hunting dog. From decoys to collars, Tony shares his expert tips on what particular tools to look for and how to use them to train your pup. Presented by Scheels Read the full article here
If there is one thing dog owners are fiercely defensive of, it’s breed choice. We can’t help but pick a team and double down every time the topic comes up. The thing about dog breeds is that the choice is largely subjective, and that means we really can’t be wrong.Depending on your hunting desires, life situation, and ability to train, breed choice can have a big impact. This goes for wildly different styles of dogs, as well as some breeds that are fairly closely aligned. In the latter category, you couldn’t match up two breeds better than goldens and Labs.…