NASA’s Artemis II mission blasted off from Florida on Wednesday evening, sending four astronauts on a journey around the moon in the first crewed deep-space flight since Apollo 17 in 1972. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox The orange-and-white rocket successfully lifted off at 6:35 p.m. from the Kennedy Space Center, drawing cheers from tens of thousands of spectators. Commanded by NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman, the crew includes Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen. The mission will not land on the moon but will test the Orion spacecraft and pave the way for future lunar landings under NASA’s Artemis program. The Space Launch System and Orion spacecraft at the heart of the program, which cost nearly $100 billion to develop, are already largely obsolete thanks to advances made by commercial spaceflight companies like SpaceX, leading some commentators to criticize the program for its wastefulness. Artemis II is scheduled to swing around the moon and splash down in the Pacific on April 10. Read the full article here
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The Iran War entered its 34th day Thursday after President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. would continue to strike Iran “extremely hard over the next two to three weeks,” while claiming that “discussions” with Iran to end the war are “ongoing.” “We’re going to bring them back to the…
Knoxville, TN and Oak Grove, KY — Qore Performance, Inc., the inventors of the ICEAGE ECOSYSTEM of thermoregulation and hydration technologies, is proud to announce ATS Tactical Gear as an authorized dealer. Located at 15858 Fort Campbell Blvd, ATS Tactical Gear provides the Fort Campbell community and the 101st Airborne…
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MoreModified Coyote Brown, aka MCB Now Available from Magpul Magpul has just released products in the new Modified Coyote Brown color announced during SHOT Show. Like rich Corinthian leather, MCB is a darker, smoother take on a proven color palette. Available now is the 30-round GEN M3 PMAG (windowed and…
Picatinny Arsenal, N.J. – On December 10, 2025, the decision was made to advance the procurement of a carbine variant of the Army’s M7 Rifle, designated the XM8. While not a replacement for the M7, the carbine exemplifies the program’s commitment to rapidly incorporating Soldier feedback. The Army continues to prioritize…
Rheinmetall and Boeing Australia have entered into a strategic partnership to offer the MQ-28 Ghost Bat as a mature solution for the Bundeswehr’s procurement of collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) into Germany by 2029. Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat has completed more than 150 flights and has been designed, developed and manufactured…
Many years back, I was introduced to 5.11 apparel. It was good, rugged, and well-suited for my profession at the time, Law Enforcement. Today’s 5.11 apparel is light-years beyond what I wore then. Today, 5.11 has dedicated people gathering real insight into what professionals in the field need. Thanks to…
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MoreMEDIA ALERT ADF Announce the Hi-Power Browning is Coming Back MEDIA ALERT ADF announce the Hi-Power Browning is coming back, the Australian Army has decided ” if it ain’t broke don’t fix it.” We will Cerakote these Coyote Brown Khaki CBK and re-issue the PLATATAC Bladetech Holster, designed in 1935 by John Browning the…
London, UK – 31st March– Global protection brand, D3O/Delta Three Oscar, today announces the appointment of Matthieu Bazil as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 April 2026, following the retirement of incumbent CEO Stuart Sawyer. Bazil joins D3O as an experienced global CEO with a strong track record of building and…
Rotapoint at the USASOC Sniper Competition After making its debut at the 2024 competition, at least two of the top five finishing teams at the recent 2026 USASOC International Sniper Competition at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, used the Rotapoint Watch Cap. We are told the 3rd and 4th place teams…
CMC Triggers, San Tan Tactical, and SOUSA Optics are proud to announce the appointment of Ozge Cumberland as President, effective immediately. Ozge joins the organization with over a decade of executive leadership experience within the firearms and outdoor industry. She brings a powerful combination of financial expertise, operational discipline, and…
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NIOA Announces Deal with GDOTS on Apache Rockets Collaboration Australian weapons and munitions prime NIOA and US aerospace and defence company General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GDOTS) have signed an agreement to collaborate on the potential supply of 70mm rockets to equip the Australian Army’s new Apache helicopters. An…
The Iran war entered its 32nd day on Tuesday as President Donald Trump signaled the U.S. will not move to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran closed after U.S.–Israeli attacks on February 28. Addressing foreign governments affected by the disruption on Truth Social, Trump said countries that “can’t get…
The Barrett America’s 250th Series is now shipping in limited quantities to distributors nationwide. Customers are encouraged to contact their preferred dealer for availability. If not currently in stock, dealers can request units through their distributor. With extremely limited production, availability will be short. Interested customers are encouraged to act…
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SUKON Suppressor Direct Action Covers from LiteFighter Tactical Purpose-built for high-demand shooters, this rugged, heat-resistant cover protects your suppressor while reducing mirage and keeping performance consistent during sustained fire. Designed to hold up in the field, it’s ready for any tactical environment. Length Options: 4 in to 12 in (in…
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