FRISCO, Texas (October 28, 2025) – Wiley X, a global leader in premium protective eyewear, is proud to announce the opening of its first brick-and-mortar retail location. The new Wiley X Pro Shop is located at the company’s global headquarters in Frisco, Texas. The Wiley X Pro Shop gives customers a hands-on opportunity to explore the brand’s full…
In the shadowed valleys of Helmand Province, Afghanistan, lies a place that has become legendary not just for its strategic importance during the Afghan War, but for the chilling stories that emerged from its rocky heights. Known as Observation Point Rock, or simply OP Rock, this remote military outpost has earned a reputation among British…
COSTA MESA, Calif. – October 20, 2025 – 5.11, the global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear, and gear, today announced its latest partnership with EA® in the support of Battlefield™ 6, which launched worldwide on October 10, 2025. The highly anticipated title is already being hailed as a revolutionary moment in gaming, redefining realism and…
Recently declassified documents reveal a bold Cold War-era initiative by the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency to enlist Sir Winston Churchill in a psychological warfare campaign targeting the Soviet Union. The effort centered around Radio Liberty, a CIA-backed broadcasting station operating out of Eastern Europe, which transmitted Western viewpoints into the USSR during the height of…
Elite law enforcement teams to compete October 22–26 at Staccato Vegas; proceeds to benefit Fallen Blue FLORENCE, Texas – (October 21, 2025) – Staccato2011®, the creators of the 2011® pistol platform, is proud to announce the second annual National SWAT Championship taking place October 22–26, 2025, at Staccato Vegas in Pahrump, Nevada, with proceeds from…
In an era where mass shootings and active threat situations make daily headlines, the question is no longer “Will it happen?” but “How can I be prepared if it does?” One of the most important tools for surviving an active shooter scenario is body armor, yet many people still don’t understand how it works, what…
As the leaves crunch underfoot and jack-o’-lanterns flicker on porches, there’s one flavor that reigns supreme: pumpkin spice. But this Halloween, we’re stirring up something a little more mischievous than your average latte. Enter the Pumpkin Spice Latte Cocktail, a bewitching blend of fall flavors and boozy warmth that’s perfect for costume parties, haunted movie…
Vertx® recently sent me its Any Day Backpack for evaluation. The Any Day Backpack is a versatile 20-liter pack designed to meet the demands of both professionals and everyday users. With a sleek, low-profile silhouette and a robust organizational system, it’s built to adapt to a wide range of environments, from urban commutes to field…
With December 2025 marking the 60th anniversary of Thunderball’s release, it’s the perfect time to raise a glass to its enduring legacy. Upon its debut in 1965, Thunderball was the most expensive James Bond film ever produced, boasting a budget of $9 million, a lavish sum for the era. It went on to become the…
As World War II drew to a close in Europe in May 1945, the Allied powers, primarily the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union, celebrated the defeat of Nazi Germany. However, beneath the surface of this victory lay growing tensions between the Western democracies and the Soviet Union. The alliance had been…