00:00:01 Speaker 1: Eroded barren formations called badlands avoided during Western settlement at the hands of scientists and artists, have evolved into classic Western landforms and sought out destinations in our time. I’m Dan Flores and this is the American West, brought to you by velvet Buck Wine, where the…

The war in Iran is testing the strategic limits of tactical military success. Even as U.S. and Israeli airstrikes degrade Iranian capabilities, a complex web of global economic and strategic consequences are keeping victory out of reach. On Monday, U.S. Central Command said that more than 9,000 targets had been struck, including more than 140 Iranian vessels damaged…

Supporters and opponents of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro clashed Monday as the embattled leader was arraigned on U.S. charges tied to narcotics trafficking and corruption.His arrest followed a U.S. operation that removed Maduro from Venezuela and brought him to the United States—a move that has intensified debate over sovereignty, international…

Federal agencies and private groups are keeping their eyes peeled for hacking and information-warfare efforts launched in response to the wake of the United States’ Jan. 3 attack on Venezuela to capture leader Nicolás Maduro. The unilateral attack has raised concerns that countries aligned with Venezuela, such as China or Russia, may…

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) has taken on environmental oversight of deepwater port licensing from the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), which officials say will streamline environmental reviews, accelerate license approvals, and lower domestic energy costs.The change, announced on Monday, means that MARAD will oversee National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) and environmental…

January used to be a quiet month for streaming. Not anymore.In 2026, the year kicks off with a surprisingly strong slate of movies across the best streaming services, including Netflix, Max, Disney+, Prime Video, Hulu, Peacock, and niche genre streamers. From prestige dramas and buzzy documentaries to franchise rewatches, cult…

ZeroTech Optics recently showcased its new 1-8 x 24 mm Vengeance LPVO scope. Low-power, variable optics (LPVO) are a specialized class of riflescope that can combine the quickness of shooting with a red-dot sight in addition with ability to zoom in on targets that lie further away like a traditional…

A Vietnam veteran returned home after two years as a combat medic. He’d treated gunshot wounds, performed emergency procedures and saved lives under fire. Civilian hospitals wouldn’t hire him. His military training didn’t translate to any civilian medical credential. He ended up pumping gas at a service station.This waste of…

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