The Mantis TitanX officially launched on November 2025. It’s already reshaping how instructors and shooters approach dry fire training. The TitanX combines advanced sensor technology with realistic firearm ergonomics to create a safe, immersive, and data‑driven dry fire laser training experience. For instructors and individual shooters alike, it marks a significant shift in how skills…
Modern protective intelligence teams operate in an environment defined by fluid threats, massive information flows, and rising expectations for accuracy, accountability, and foresight. Analysts and security professionals must navigate challenges ranging from targeted violence and insider threats to geopolitical instability and cyber-enabled harassment. In this landscape, the ability to think critically, question assumptions, and make…
The Vietnam War placed American troops in one of the most unforgiving environments on Earth. The dense jungles, steep mountains, and constant threat of ambush created a setting where danger could come from any direction. Yet among the Viet Cong, booby traps, and relentless heat, many soldiers reported something far stranger — encounters with large,…
I recently taught a shotgun breaching instructor course in Indiana and decided to use my old Remington 870 for the class. To upgrade it, I installed the Urbino Stock and some additional sling attachment mounts from Mesa Tactical, and the experience was kickass. Installation & Build Quality The Urbino Stock attached with virtually no effort—quick…
The convergence of transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) and foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs) represents a growing and complex threat to global and U.S. national security. Traditionally, TCOs have focused on profit-driven illicit activities such as drug trafficking, human smuggling, and arms dealing, while FTOs have pursued ideological or political goals through violence and insurgency. However, in…
Uncontrolled extremity hemorrhage remains one of the most preventable causes of death in both military and civilian trauma. Tourniquets have become a cornerstone of modern prehospital care, yet the assumption that a single device is sufficient for all injuries is not supported by current evidence. Research from controlled volunteer studies, combat casualty data, and real‑world…
Whether you’re a patrol officer, tactical team member, or a responsibly armed civilian, one thing never changes: the weight of your gear directly affects your performance. Lighter gear means faster movement, longer endurance, and reduced fatigue, all without compromising protection. The evolution of ballistic technology has made it possible to stay agile and stay protected.…
During the Cold War, satellites became silent sentinels orbiting high above Earth, tasked with watching adversaries from the heavens. Long before digital imaging and instant data transmission, reconnaissance relied on physical film, fragile strips of celluloid that had to survive the harsh environment of space and then return safely to Earth. The race to master…
Propaganda has long been recognized as one of the most powerful tools in the arsenal of governments, political movements, and organizations seeking to shape public opinion. It operates across a spectrum, ranging from openly declared messaging to outright deception. Within this spectrum lies a particularly elusive and dangerous form known as gray propaganda. Unlike white…
NEWINGTON, N.H., (December 15, 2025) – SIG SAUER is proud to be the title sponsor of the 2026 Tactical Games, a premier competition series combining functional fitness and marksmanship. SIG SAUER’s partnership with Tactical Games combines precision firearms and physical fitness in the pursuit personal improvement. The competitive format of the Tactical Games provides military personnel, law enforcement…