President Donald Trump’s mandate for a new “Space Academy” puts defense leaders under a NASA-led initiative that could mean military service requirements for the future school’s graduates.Trump signed the executive order on Friday at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston during a ceremony where he presented the Congressional Space Medal…
Written by Jim Stewart Published on Aug 28, 2026, 2:17 PM EDT Buying a high-value property doesn’t have to mean liquidating your savings for a massive down payment. With a 2026 VA Jumbo Loan, qualifying Veterans and active-duty service members can secure luxury real estate exceeding standard conforming limits; often with…
Watch full video on YouTube
Watch full video on YouTube
When a Marine planner is trying to determine whether a deployed unit has everything it needs, they must query several separate databases while cross-referencing supply levels, maintenance records, and more to create a spreadsheet. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, is hoping an AI-powered logistics platform can make that process much faster…
The Trump administration on Friday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to expedite its ruling on transgender service members. The administration’s request correlates to the federal case Talbott v. USA, which challenges the U.S. military’s attempted ban on transgender personnel that could negatively impact current and former members’ abilities to serve.…
I’ve been on a GLP-1 medication for close to two years now, prescribed through the Department of Veterans Affairs, originally for obesity management. What became apparent early on was that the drug’s effects reach well beyond weight loss. My own experience with reduced alcohol cravings was part of what led…
Here is a quick workout my group did this week, with a focus on pushing running speed, goal-pace running for timed runs and higher reps on testing events. This is ideal for large groups, and all you need is a field, track or known distance for running. If you are…
Watch full video on YouTube
Published Aug 28, 2026, 12:25 PM EDT The Russian Defense Ministry released footage of what it said was a training launch of a solid-fueled, road-mobile intercontinental ballistic missile. Read the full article here
Iran’s top diplomat said resuming diplomacy with the U.S. “isn’t impossible,” after what he described as “creative discussions” with Qatar, a mediator in the war between Washington and Tehran. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on X on Friday that progress “hinges on U.S. understanding of one simple fact: pressure doesn’t…
Published Aug 28, 2026, 10:08 AM EDT Six months after the United States and Israel attacked Iran, the Middle East has changed — but not in the way its architects had hoped. Read the full article here
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is providing veterans looking to transition into entrepreneurship with free advice and resources. SBA Deputy Administrator Bill Briggs, speaking to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Deputy Secretary Paul Lawrence, outlined the opportunities the SBA provides to veterans who he said “have the natural skill…
A 100- to 150-watt plug-in inverter is the practical size class for most cars, but the number on the inverter is not the real limit. The limit is the vehicle’s 12-volt outlet, fuse, and wiring. A 120-watt outlet may support roughly 100 watts of AC load after inverter losses. For…
Neither type is always better. Wide-mouth Mason jars are easier to fill, empty, and clean, especially when canning whole or chunky foods. Regular-mouth jars work well for pourable foods such as jams, jellies, sauces, and liquids, and their narrower shape may let you fit more jars in some canners. My…
Battery voltage can be used to estimate state of charge when the battery is fully at rest, with no charging or electrical load. The first table shows typical flooded lead-acid battery voltages for 6V, 12V, 24V, and 48V systems. A separate AGM chart follows because AGM batteries have different resting-voltage…
If you want to store dry yeast long term, keep it sealed, dry, and away from heat. Once the package is opened, cold storage is usually best. However, whether that means the refrigerator or freezer can depend on the brand of yeast. For example, Fleischmann’s recommends storing opened dry yeast…
Dew point is one of the best ways to judge how humid, muggy, or comfortable the air will actually feel. A dew point around 55°F or lower usually feels comfortable. Once it reaches the low 60s, you begin to notice the humidity. Around 65°F and above, it starts getting sticky.…
A basic first aid kit is great for small cuts, burns, blisters, and everyday injuries. A trauma kit is different. Its job is to give you the tools needed for injuries that can become life-threatening quickly, especially severe bleeding. For a practical trauma kit, I want equipment for three major…
A rechargeable lantern with battery backup solves one problem that many emergency lights do not. You can use the rechargeable battery most of the time, but you are not depending on it. If the power goes out and the lantern is only half charged, you can install ordinary batteries and…
During civil unrest, the goal is not to turn your home into a fortress. The better goal is to make it a harder, slower, less attractive target while still looking like a normal house. Two upgrades do that especially well: reinforce the exterior door frame, and strengthen the easiest-to-reach glass.…
Watch full video on YouTube
Does a fake TV burglar deterrent really work? I believe it can help, especially when you’re away from home at night. I’ve used a FakeTV for more than 10 years, and mine is still working today. It isn’t a replacement for good locks, outdoor lighting, or an alarm system. What…
Watch full video on YouTube
Editor's Picks
President Donald Trump’s mandate for a new “Space Academy” puts defense leaders under a NASA-led…