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You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up Thank you Mr Glennon. This entry was posted on Monday, July 6th, 2026 at 00:00 and is filed under KCRF. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can skip to the end and leave a response. Pinging is currently not allowed. Read the full article here

FULDA, GERMANY, 3 July 2026 Mehler Systems, a global leader in ballistic protection and tactical gear solutions, is pleased to announce the establishment of Mehler Systems Asia (MSA). This strategic expansion further strengthens the group’s global market position and reinforces its structural footprint in the highly dynamic and strategically important Asia-Pacific (APAC) growth region. Accelerating Development Through Regional Integration By operating in close proximity to leading suppliers and advanced manufacturing networks, Mehler Systems is creating a robust operational foundation designed to significantly accelerate development cycles. The new entity will leverage the deep expertise of highly qualified local professionals to streamline…

By Paul Carlson Posted in #Guns The Springfield Armory Hellcat is the smallest highest-capacity micro 9mm handgun available on the market. But, this isn’t new information for anyone that has been paying attention to the concealed carry handgun market. The Hellcat truly is tiny considering its 11+1 capacity (13+1 with the included extended magazine and 14+1 with the Hyve extension for the Hellcat), and is very easy to carry and conceal. The Hellcat has proven to be an amazing performer, running through 10K rounds in the first test and taking on 10K more in this test. When…

Special Operations Leader to Champion AI-Powered Platform Transforming Veterans’ Benefits Access and Confronting the Veteran Suicide Crisis DALLAS, July 1, 2026 — TurboVets, Inc., the AI-powered platform dedicated to automating and accelerating veterans’ full lifecycle benefits management, today announced the appointment of retired Command Master Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Britt Slabinski, Medal of Honor recipient, as President. Slabinski will lead the company’s operational strategy, veteran community partnerships, and engagement with the VA. This mission execution and leadership are critical as TurboVets scales its technology-driven approach and focus to surpass VA.gov in securing the benefits America’s veterans have earned. Britt Slabinski…

Optimized for professional use, the Staccato HD P4X pistol features a steel frame, full-size grip, and compensated barrel for enhanced control and shootability.Gun Digest readers are no strangers to the Staccato brand, and now a new model from the Texas maker could leave them with whiplash as they do a double-take on a handgun that promises to raise the bar on an already high-end pistol. Could Staccato’s introduction of the Staccato HD P4X be the brand’s most advanced mission-ready pistol?Built on the same 4-inch compensated platform as the widely popular Staccato HD C4X, which is optimized for concealed carry with…

FORT MEADE, Md. (June 30, 2026) – The Laboratory for Physical Sciences (LPS) at the National Security Agency (NSA), in close collaboration with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Office (ARO), announces the launch of the Quantum Ecosystem Advancement, Growth & Leadership (QuantumEAGLe) initiative in support of the President’s Quantum Executive Order. This new program aims to accelerate the U.S. quantum computing ecosystem and strengthen the nation’s leadership in quantum technology. QuantumEAGLe focuses on five key areas to drive innovation and growth in the U.S. quantum industry: 1. Industry Engagement: Foster strong collaboration with the quantum industry…

This essay by our good friend Ethan Becker was written back when I was editor at the old TTAK blog. I could sit down and try to write something better, but it feels like platitudes. Ethan nails it. I was born in 1976. In fact I still have my baby blanket from the hospital emblazoned with “Born in 76”. Patriotism has been as natural for me as breathing, which is why I am so chewed up right now watching people who would tear the whole country down because we haven’t always been perfect. Unity has seen our country through worse…

Optimized for professional use, the latest Staccato 2011 HD pistol features a steel frame, full-size grip and compensated barrel for enhanced control and shootability. FLORENCE, Texas – (July 4, 2026) – Staccato 2011®, creator of the 2011® pistol platform and a leading developer of precision firearms, ammunition and shooting facilities, today announced the introduction of the Staccato HD P4X, the brand’s most advanced mission-ready pistol. Built on the same 4-inch compensated platform as the widely popular Staccato HD C4X, which is optimized for concealed carry with a compact aluminum frame, the HD P4X features a precision-machined steel frame and full-size…

By Richard Johnson Posted in #History A lot of people suggest that the Stuart tanks were underpowered for World War II. While this may be true when compared to tanks like the Panzer IV, the platform was still able to bring significant firepower to the battlefield in the form of the M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage. The M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage was a self-propelled howitzer vehicle used by the United States Army. Built on the M5 Stuart light tank chassis, the M8 mounted a 75mm howitzer in an open-topped turret configuration. Similar to the M7 Priest used to…

Party Like It’s 1776 This is a big one for the United States…250 years of independence. In this day in 1776, the formal text of the Declaration of Independence was ratified by the Continental Congress. A total of 56 delegates from the 13 colonies signed the document which still inspires freedoms around the world. I was around for the bicentennial celebration in 1976 and everyone was had the patriotic spirit. Enjoy the day! We earned it! This entry was posted on Saturday, July 4th, 2026 at 10:00 and is filed under History. You can follow any responses to this entry…