Gentex Corporation Announces New Ops-Core AMP Rail Mount with Vent Mode, Increasing User Comfort Without Sacrificing Communication

CARBONDALE, PA, January 26, 2026 – Gentex Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel, announced today the launch of the newOps-Core AMP Helmet Rail Mount with Vent Mode for its industry-leading AMP Communications Headset. Designed and developed directly with end-user input, this enhanced…

Fort Bragg Opens Lieutenant General Gavin Joint Innovation Outpost

FORT BRAGG, N.C. — In support of the Department of War’s transformation initiative, Fort Bragg and the XVIII Airborne Corps officially opened the Lt. Gen. James Gavin Joint Innovation Outpost on January 23, 2026. As the first facility of its kind, building on U.S. Army Division innovation labs, the JIOP serves as a center that…

Standardising the Edge

~ How rugged USB-C connectors power interoperability across C5ISR systems ~ Modern defence operations rely on seamless communication across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains. As joint and coalition missions become more complex, the systems behind them need to connect, share data and adapt in real time. These demands are driving significant changes in…

SHOT Show 26 – Viktos Vintage Vietnam Jeans

I’ve long been a fan of Viktos clothing which combines vintage elements with modern materials and construction. Inspired by a clothing mod by a Navy SEAl, these jeans include woodland cargo pockets. They’ve added a few embellishments to the pants to give them a salty appeal. The design is solid for range work with plenty…

SHOT Show 26 – SIG SAUER OSCAR6 Spotting Scope with Mil Reticle

During their Defense Range Day, SIG SAUER showed us a new variant of the OSCAR6 HDX PRO Spotting Scope equipped with a Mil Reticle. This 20x fixed optic offers OmniScan™ Optical Image Stabilization Technology stabilization as well as diopter adjustment to accommodate individual vision. In addition to a remote tape switch for the WARP laser…

SHOT Show 26 – FAST SideKar from UNITY Tactical

UNITY Tactical’s new FAST SideKar is the best product I saw at SHOT Show. It’s simple, straight forward design updates and improves the M240 Medium Machine Gun and other similar platforms. This optic and laser riser-style mount adds additional Picatinny rail space to the feed tray cover and moves the laser away from the barrel…

SHOT Show 26 – Spiritus Systems Updates Backpanels

Designed to the proposed Universal Carrier Attachment Standard (UCAS) standard, the new Assault Backpanel Mk2, MOLLE Backpanel, and Turtle-style Panel were on display at SHOT Show. All three feature a tool slot which facilitates self retrieval. Assault Backpanel Mk2 MOLLE Backpanel Here are a couple of pouches to be used with the MOLLE Backpanel. Turtle…

A ‘Tail’ of Service: Famous ‘Doggles’ Dog Nick Retires After Eight Years

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. — The beloved military working dog known across the force for greeting users when logging in to military devices is now retired from active service. Affectionately called “Doggles,” MWD Nick served eight years in the U.S. Army, seven of those here. Nick specialized in explosives detection, where he helped technicians…

Streamlight Launches the ProTacRail Mount 1L-X and 1L-X Pro

Optimized for Rifles with Short Rails; Pro Model Features Flexible Jack Cap® Tail Switch EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 22, 2026 – Streamlight®Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced the ProTac® Rail Mount 1L-X and the ProTac® 1L-X Pro, multi-fuel tactical lights with a compact design to fit short-barreled rifles, submachine…

AltaPointe Health Launches Weekly Online Veteran Peer Support Group

MOBILE, Ala., Jan. 23, 2026 — AltaPointe Health is launching a new weekly online Veteran Peer Support Group designed to help veterans navigate the transition from military to civilian life in a safe, confidential, and supportive environment. The virtual group will meet every Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST via Zoom and is…