As defense officials take steps to improve the shipments of troops’ belongings to a new duty station, they need to ensure that they include comprehensive feedback from troops and families about their household goods experience to inform future oversight, government auditors have recommended.That was one of the key elements missing in the government’s implementation of the now-failed Global Household Goods contract, according to a report released Thursday by the Government Accountability Office.U.S. Transportation Command officials lacked sufficient information about troops’ experiences with the contractor, HomeSafe Alliance, which limited TRANSCOM’s ability to assess the contractor’s performance, the report found. TRANSCOM also…

Sign up for the Quick Strike Newsletter The hottest fishing news, tips, and tactics When a big flathead catfish bites your hand, your buddies wading nearby can feel the thump reverberate through the water. That unmistakable sound indicates a few things. First, the catfish hole you just swam down to check is indeed occupied. Second, you are probably thrashing around in murky water, fighting to pull that fish out of its hiding spot before you have to come up for air. And third, they better be ready to help the moment your head breaks the surface. There’s no denying that…

This article was originally published by John W. Whitehead and Nisha Whitehead at The Rutherford Institute.  “The greatest tyrannies are always perpetuated in the name of the noblest causes.”—Thomas Paine They said it was for safety.They said it was for order.They said it was for the good of the nation. They always say it’s for something good… until it isn’t. Nearly a quarter-century after 9/11, we are still living with the consequences of fear-driven government power grabs. What began as “temporary” measures for our security have hardened into a permanent architecture of control. The bipartisan police-state architecture that began with…

The nation is reeling today from the assassination of Charlie Kirk, who was targeted and killed during a campus speaking event in Utah, while seated on stage addressing the audience. Despite the presence of a security detail, the attacker was allegedly able to position roughly 200 yards away and fire on the gathering. This was not only a national shock but a stark reminder of ongoing security failures — the same systemic lapses that continue to leave schools, public events, and political figures vulnerable. This was not simply a tragic event — it was a systemic collapse. Security didn’t just ‘fall short’;…

The U.S. Army mismanaged equipment stockpiles for U.S. Central Command, according to a recent Department of Defense Inspector General audit.The Army failed to properly maintain Force Provider modules, which are prepositioned “tent cities” that comprise 24 to 32 shipping containers packed with materials to erect housing, kitchen and other facilities, said the DOD IG report. Force Provider modules are deployed at four locations around the world, including the CENTCOM region.Army officials “did not effectively manage FP module COSIS [Care of Supplies in Storage] maintenance and storage requirements,” concluded the heavily redacted report. In particular, auditors faulted the Integrated Logistics Support…

Sign up for the Outdoor Life Newsletter Get the hottest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. A reliable headlamp is a godsend when you’re sneaking through the predawn woods while crossing a creek to get to your favorite treestand or hoofing it back to a backcountry basecamp. There are hundreds of quality headlamps on the market, but not all of them work well for hunting situations.  Wading through the sheer number of options can be confusing and suck up time better spent on pre-season scouting. To save you some hassle, I did extensive side-by-side testing to help…

Sign up for the Outdoor Life Newsletter Get the hottest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. This story was originally published in the June 2005 issue of Outdoor Life.  When I was 15, I set off on my own, going to work for a lumber company and living alone in a tent in the Montana woods for a few years. That might sound rough for a boy, but in those days men started life early.  My idea of a big weekend has always been to go hunting —— especially for elk. I’ll never forget my first one.…

There has finally been a voice of reason coming from the left. Jimmy Kimmel, who infamously acquired Italian citizenship because of Donald Trump’s election, asked a pertinent question. “Instead of the angry finger-pointing, can we just for one day agree that it is horrible and monstrous to shoot another human?” Kimmel wrote on Instagram. “I did get Italian citizenship,” Kimmel said. “What’s going on [with Trump] is as bad as you thought it was gonna be. It’s so much worse; it’s just unbelievable. I feel like it’s probably even worse than he would like it to be.” Kimmel has not…

When it comes to home defense, every advantage matters. A quality suppressor can provide critical benefits in a defensive scenario: reduced noise to protect your hearing and that of your family, decreased muzzle flash for better night vision retention, and improved follow-up shot accuracy. The key is choosing the right suppressor for your specific home defense setup. Why Suppressors Matter for Home Defense Home defense situations are unpredictable and often occur in low-light conditions. Firing an unsuppressed firearm indoors can cause immediate and permanent hearing damage, potentially leaving you disoriented when you need to be most alert. The sound of…

The Pentagon last month held its first “Top Drone” school for drone pilots to demonstrate their skills in a threat-representative environment. Lt. Col. Matt Limeberry, commander of the Pentagon’s Rapid Assessment or Prototype Technology Task Force, told Defense News in an interview Monday that DOD plans to host at least two Top Drone schools each year. The goal, he said, is to provide a chance for service members, industry and academia to prove out tactics, operational procedures and drone capabilities on a test course that mimics the kinds of terrain and adversary effects an operator might see in the field.…

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is apparently fed up with Republican state lawmakers who hit the campaign trail touting their love for the Second Amendment, but then won’t act to pass legislation deregulating open carry in the state. Recently, during a press conference kicking off the state’s Second Amendment tax holiday, DeSantis said he has repeatedly tried to get open carry passed in the state, but legislators—even some Republicans—are blocking such a measure. “I’ve been saying, though, we’ve got almost a three-to-one majority in the Florida House of Representatives,” DeSantis said. “Thirty-eight states have open carry. It’s not something that’s controversial.…

The U.S. Air Force and the armed forces of Norway conducted a joint exercise on Sept. 3 which saw both allies cooperate seamlessly to send a ship to the bottom of the Norwegian Sea. A B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the 53rd Wing flew in cohesion with Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35s and Norwegian personnel to sink a surface vessel, using the U.S. Air Force’s QUICKSINK anti-ship weapon. The QUICKSINK is a ship-killing munition that can destroy surface vessels immediately on impact using smart technology. A new 500-pound version tested earlier this year has expanded the targeting capabilities of the…

The Navy has relieved the commanding officer of the USS Santa Barbara, the service announced Thursday.Cmdr. Adam Ochs was removed from his position by Capt. Kelley Jones, commander of Task Force 55, on Thursday, “due to a loss of confidence” in Ochs’ ability to command the littoral combat ship, the Navy said in a brief release.“The Navy maintains the highest standards for leaders and holds them accountable when those standards are not met,” the release said.The release did not provide additional details on what led to Ochs’ dismissal, but the service typically uses “loss of confidence” as a blanket statement…

The division in this country has never been more apparent. Democrats have used the murder of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk as an excuse to denounce political and gun violence, while Republicans have been eulogizing him as a patriot and are demanding swift justice. Kirk was shot from 200 yards away while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University yesterday. He was 31 years old and left behind a wife and two children. Kirk was the founder of Turning Point USA and a prominent advocate for conservative youth engagement. Utah Governor Spencer Cox said he had spoken with Trump and…

The United States marked 24 years since the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks on Thursday with somber ceremonies at the Pentagon, New York and Shanksville, Pennsylvania.Family members and loved ones of the nearly 3,000 people killed read out their names as politicians honored their sacrifices.“Today, as one nation, we renew our sacred vow that we will never forget Sept. 11, 2001,” President Donald Trump said during the observance at the Pentagon, which took place in an internal courtyard of the building this year rather than its traditional location outside its walls near the building’s 9/11 memorial.“If you attack the United…

Sign up for the Quick Strike Newsletter The hottest fishing news, tips, and tactics On Aug. 2, Jared and Brandi Holt went on a date the evening of Aug. 2. And like many couples who love the outdoors, their idea of a date is going fishing. “We launched our 21-foot aluminum jet boat into the Snake River about dusk and just cruised around for a while enjoying the evening,” says Brandi, who lives in Homedale, Idaho with her husband. “When it got dark we anchored our boat near shore in a 14-foot hole that we know pretty well.” The spot…

Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA, an American nonprofit organization that advocates for conservative politics, once questioned whether Ukraine would murder him. Kirk was shot and killed at an event at Utah Valley University yesterday. Kirk was known for using direct and blunt language, and he often interrupted those speaking to him. He disparaged women several times, calling them “angry and bitter” if they used birth control and stated that women past the age of 30  were “over their prime.” He also spoke at a Young Women’s Leadership event held by his organization, where he was approached…

Illinois is the only state with a complete ban on suppressor usage, prompting a recent lawsuit to overturn the unjust law. Unfortunately for the lawful gun owners in the Prairie State, a district judge has ruled that the punitive law can stand. Under current Illinois law, it is a felony to own or possess any device that muffles the sound of a firearm. That’s somewhat incredible, given the fact that many foreign countries require the use of suppressors for hearing protection purposes. The plaintiffs in the case had a pretty good argument. They contended that suppressors protect hearing, reduce noise…

The comments drew immediate concern from Democratic senators who had pushed for Karen Brazell, the nominee for Veterans Affairs Under Secretary for Benefits, to dismiss the idea and support stronger protections for individuals currently receiving payouts for their military-connected injuries. “The [benefits administration’s] core mission is to provide world-class service and benefits to our nation’s veterans, something they deserve and need,” said Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee. “You have been a part of this administration, so you’ve been a part of the policies and practices that have undermined the VA’s ability to deliver…

Sign up for the Outdoor Life Newsletter Get the hottest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. A hunting influencer who made his reputation hunting big game on public land out West is now facing a slew of charges for a series of alleged wildlife violations in Idaho in December 2024. The criminal complaint against Ryan Lampers was filed in Lemhi County on Aug. 29. It contains two felonies and four misdemeanor charges related to a trophy mule deer buck taken out of season without a tag, a mountain lion taken unlawfully, and a gray wolf that he…

Rick Rescorla knew his history. The native of England knew how stories of the past, recent or distant, could move people. Be it the English victory at Agincourt in 1415 or the British victory at Rorke’s Drift in the Zulu War of 1879, his tales of individuals surmounting incredible odds could lift people that last small bit to keep fighting. To survive. To win. He wrote and sang songs to puff up morale and calm nerves. We know because his singing was captured on a reel-to-reel tape in a ramshackle officers club at the U.S. base at An Khe in…

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Earlier this week, following both the kangaroo court that was RFK Jr. congressional hearing and the news that the Trump admin may crack down on Tylenol (of all things), we wondered if there really wasn’t something more serious for MAHA to be focusing on… like making an actual impact and banning pharma ads on TV. After all, it’s just the US and New Zealand that still allow pharma ads to fund what are largely extremely liberal cable TV stations: why not help US health at the grass roots level by pulling back on the US addiction with, well, drug addiction?…

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