Wiley X Opens First-Ever Pro Shop at Frisco, Texas Headquarters
FRISCO, Texas (October 28, 2025) – Wiley X, a global leader in premium protective eyewear, is proud to announce the opening of its first brick-and-mortar retail location. The new Wiley…
Haunted by War: The Paranormal Legacy of OP Rock in Afghanistan
In the shadowed valleys of Helmand Province, Afghanistan, lies a place that has become legendary not just for its strategic importance during the Afghan War, but for the chilling stories…
Churchill and Cold War Psy-Ops: A Declassified Account of CIA Propaganda Strategy
Recently declassified documents reveal a bold Cold War-era initiative by the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency to enlist Sir Winston Churchill in a psychological warfare campaign targeting the Soviet Union. The…
Staccato Announces Details for the National SWAT Championship and Support for Fallen Blue
Elite law enforcement teams to compete October 22–26 at Staccato Vegas; proceeds to benefit Fallen Blue FLORENCE, Texas – (October 21, 2025) – Staccato2011®, the creators of the 2011® pistol…
Body Armor in Active Shooter Scenarios: What You Need to Know
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Project Whale Tale: Launching the U-2 Spy Plane from Navy Carriers
During the height of the Cold War, the geopolitical chess match between the United States and the Soviet Union demanded unprecedented levels of intelligence gathering. Aerial reconnaissance became a cornerstone…
Witch’s Brew in a Mug: The Pumpkin Spice Latte Cocktail You Didn’t Know You Needed
As the leaves crunch underfoot and jack-o’-lanterns flicker on porches, there’s one flavor that reigns supreme: pumpkin spice. But this Halloween, we’re stirring up something a little more mischievous than…
Vertx Any Day Backpack: Designed for Daily Carry
Vertx® recently sent me its Any Day Backpack for evaluation. The Any Day Backpack is a versatile 20-liter pack designed to meet the demands of both professionals and everyday users.…
The Rum Collins: James Bond’s Bahamian Sip with a Twist of History
With December 2025 marking the 60th anniversary of Thunderball’s release, it’s the perfect time to raise a glass to its enduring legacy. Upon its debut in 1965, Thunderball was the…
Operation Unthinkable: Churchill’s Plan to Confront the Soviet Union
As World War II drew to a close in Europe in May 1945, the Allied powers, primarily the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union, celebrated the defeat…