Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has blocked the promotions of four Army officers — two Black men and two women — to the rank of brigadier general, the New York Times reported Friday.Hegseth’s actions are in line with the broader Trump administration’s attacks on efforts across the federal government to support and promote the concerns of minority populations — what President Donald Trump and Hegseth have derided as “DEI,” which stands for diversity, equity and inclusion.Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell disputed the Times’ reporting, telling the Guardian, “Under Secretary Hegseth, military promotions are given to those who have earned them. Meritocracy, which…

Sign up for the Quick Strike Newsletter The hottest fishing news, tips, and tactics This story, “A Cry in the Night,” appeared in the February 1967 issue of Outdoor Life. After a miserable and unsuccessful day of trying to catch flounders in the Gulf of Mexico at Dauphin Island, Alabama, my two brothers-in-law and I headed for home at about 10:30 p.m. on November 24, 1965. For me, a teacher and principal at Elsanor School in Robertsdale, Ala., home was Bay Minette. For my brothers-in-law, Marvin E. Myer, a medical technician, and Ray I. Horton, a shipyard operator, it was…

The cherry blossoms are in bloom; glints of hope are still fresh in fans’ eyes; beer is flowing; hot dogs are being consumed at alarming rates— it’s baseball time.But amid the festivities is a tradition, now in its third year, that intersects America’s favorite pastime and military service. Ahead of Opening Day, Arlington National Cemetery placed official MLB baseballs — courtesy of the Nationals — on the gravesites of six men, all former baseball players turned citizen soldiers. The baseballs were placed at the gravesites of:Luzerne “Lu” Blue: Blue, a D.C. native who rose to prominence under Ty Cobb’s Detroit…

U.S. Space Command is operating a small Program Management Office with about 20 personnel at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, as part of the phased relocation of its headquarters, Gen. Stephen N. Whiting told the Senate Armed Services Committee on Thursday.The command plans to break ground on a new headquarters facility on an approximately 60-acre site near the center of Redstone Arsenal in 2027, according to the City of Huntsville. The facility is scheduled for completion around 2031, with an additional year for personnel move-in.“To guarantee uninterrupted command and control throughout the transition, USSPACECOM will phase the relocation of personnel…

Sign up for the Outdoor Life Newsletter Get the hottest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. Sportsmen’s groups, bird hunters, and dog trainers are sounding the alarm about a provision that was slipped into the Farm Bill earlier this month and would upend the world of dog training as we know it.  The provision is part of H.R. 5017 — aka the “Greyhound Protection Act” — which was inserted into the Farm Bill during a House Agriculture committee hearing on March 3. Although the animal-rights bill appears to be focused on ending greyhound racing, it includes a…

KYIV, Ukraine — The price of U.S. security guarantees to end Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine became explicit this week: Kyiv must give up all of Donbas — about 10% of its territory, or about 15% of its prewar GDP.The United States has asked Ukraine to withdraw from all of the eastern region — including areas it has held during more than 14 years of Russian attacks — before it will finalize the long-term protections it has been discussing with Kyiv for months, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, describing the negotiation in comments to Reuters.The demand followed bilateral talks in…

Sign up for the Quick Strike Newsletter The hottest fishing news, tips, and tactics Cayden Graham has been ice fishing Missisquoi Bay on Vermont’s Lake Champlain since before he could walk. His father first took him out on the ice as a toddler, and at this point, the 23-year-old angler knows what to expect from most of his fishing spots. Which is why Graham was so surprised on March 1, when he hooked and landed a monster 49.25-inch muskie — a historic catch for both Cayden and the state of Vermont. “It was just another day on the ice,” Graham…

The Pentagon is preparing what its called a “final blow” should diplomatic talks with Iranian officials fail. The Department of War, headed by Pete Hegseth, has said it is developing a plan that will likely include a massive bombing campaign and military ground forces. In interviews with Axios, ruling class officials and sources familiar with the internal discussions describe four major “final blow” options Trump could choose from: Invading or blockading Kharg Island, Iran’s main oil export hub. Invading Larak, an island that helps Iran solidify its control of the Strait of Hormuz. The strategic outpost hosts Iranian bunkers, attack craft…

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Sign up for the Quick Strike Newsletter The hottest fishing news, tips, and tactics I spend a tremendous amount of time on the water fishing my home waters of Minnesota. I love using a multitude of baits and presentations to catch a variety of freshwater species. However, live bait like nightcrawlers, leeches, crappie minnows, and suckers can get expensive quickly when you’re fishing on a tight budget. Plus, even if you catch live bait yourself it can be challenging to keep it cool and fresh during the heat of summer. Then there’s the seemingly endless price increases for artificial lures. …

The U.S. military has fired over 850 Tomahawk cruise missiles in four weeks of war with Iran, burning through the precision weapons at a rate that has alarmed some Pentagon officials and prompted internal discussions about how to make more available, The Washington Post reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.Reuters could not immediately verify the report. “The U.S. military has more than enough munitions, ammo, and weapons stockpiles to achieve the goals of Operation Epic Fury laid out by President Trump — and beyond,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement to Reuters.“Nevertheless, President…

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Sign up for the Outdoor Life Newsletter Get the hottest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. Some of the most popular EDC knives are on sale right now and most of them are well under $50. So whether you need a tough and dependable blade or something light and easy to carry, there’s an affordable option on sale right now. Here are the seven best deals we found and a little about each knife. This lockback knife is…

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Sign up for the Outdoor Life Newsletter Get the hottest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. Most people heading into the woods worry about snakes, bears, or ticks. In reality, though, some of the most dangerous things you can encounter outdoors never move at all. Across North America, several plants contain toxins that can cause painful rashes, severe burns, organ failure, or even death. Some poisons can be released simply through contact with the plant, but their effects are most severe when eaten. Many of these plants grow in common places such as trail edges, farm fields,…

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BERLIN — Three Baltic states recorded drone incursions within roughly 48 hours this week, as Ukrainian strike drones targeting Russian Baltic port infrastructure were apparently diverted into NATO territory by Russian electronic warfare.The most serious incident occurred at 3:43 a.m. on March 25, when a drone crossing Estonian airspace from Russia struck the chimney of the Auvere power station in the eastern Ida-Viru County − located less than 50 kilometers from the Russian port of Ust-Luga, which Ukraine was striking overnight. No one was injured and the plant’s power output was not affected, Estonian energy company Enefit Power said. But…

This article was originally published by Tyler Durden at ZeroHedge under the title: Trump Tells Iran ‘Get Serious’ About Negotiations Or ‘No Turning Back’ As WH Mulls Plans For ‘Final Blow.’ Summary White House, Pentagon reviewing options for ‘final blow’ as Trump tells Iranians ‘get serious’ about talks, which they’ve rejected. Trump said to want ‘speedy end to war’ (WSJ) while at the same time warning Tehran of ‘no turning back’ if it doesn’t negotiate. Israel says it has killed Alireza Tangsiri, commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy. Iran “laying Traps” & “building up defenses” on Kharg Island; NYT report says 13…

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