The U.S. Army’s new plan to become a leaner, more modern force may actually undercut combat readiness, warns a congressional watchdog. The Army Transformation Initiative, or ATI, could affect “the availability of Army forces to support Combatant Command requirements and the effectiveness of Army ground operations, as well as the effectiveness of ATI-proposed changes to existing headquarters units,” according to a report by the Congressional Research Service, or CRS, which is Congress’ in-house think tank.The specifics of ATI have yet to be finalized in the wake of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s April directive that called for transforming the Army “at…
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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadLearning how to choose the best members for your prepper group is crucial in ensuring the long-term resilience and survival of you, your loved ones, and your preparedness group. The people you bring into your circle should have useful skills, align with your values, contribute positively to the group dynamic, and be trustworthy in high-pressure situations. A well-vetted team member enhances security, cooperation, and overall preparedness, while the wrong ones can create division, drain resources, compromise safety and security, and weaken the group. This guide provides a structured approach to evaluating potential members, helping…
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadImagine this: A storm rolls in faster than expected. The power flickers, the news warns of empty grocery store shelves, and suddenly, everyone rushes to stock up. You watch the chaos unfold from your kitchen—calm, collected, and secure. Why? Because you’re prepared. You took the time to build a food stockpile. In today’s world, where grocery prices climb higher every week, and uncertainty seems to linger around every corner, the idea of building a food stockpile isn’t just for hardcore survivalists—it’s smart, practical living. Whether it’s a sudden job loss, an unexpected illness, a…
Health authorities in Ukraine have reimposed COVID-19 mask mandates at a hospital after reporting a spike in new cases of the “Nimbus” and “Stratus” strains of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. “Since the beginning of August, almost half a thousand cases of the disease have been officially confirmed in the region,” head of the Rovno regional council, Andrey Karaush, announced. Earlier this month, Ukraine’s Health Ministry stated that the new ‘Nimbus’ and ‘Stratus’ strains of the Omicron variant had been detected in the country. In Kiev alone, there have been 1,121 confirmed Covid-19 cases over the past week. Ruling Class Says Its…
Choosing the right suppressor material can dramatically impact your shooting experience. The three primary materials used in modern suppressor construction—steel, titanium, and aluminum—each offer distinct advantages and trade-offs that directly affect performance, durability, and cost. Understanding these differences is essential for shooters seeking the perfect balance of noise reduction, weight considerations, and long-term reliability. The Foundation of Suppressor Performance Suppressor materials determine far more than just weight and price. The material choice affects heat dissipation, corrosion resistance, structural integrity under rapid fire, and overall longevity. Each material responds differently to the extreme conditions inside a suppressor, where temperatures can exceed…
The Fletcher-class destroyer O’Bannon, known as the “Lucky O,” had an illustrious World War II career, becoming the most decorated U.S. Navy destroyer of the war for its participation in protecting “The Slot.”The Slot was a narrow sea lane through the Solomon Islands, of which U.S. naval forces violently battled the Japanese Combined Fleet for control. For their efforts, the destroyer and its crew earned 17 battle stars and a Presidential Unit Citation. The ship also became, perhaps, the first and last to sink an enemy submarine through the ingenious use of potatoes — allegedly.April 5, 1943While patrolling The Slot…
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadA while back, I asked the Mind4Survival community to hit me with their biggest SHTF questions. These are the real concerns people have about what happens when systems fail and the normal rules don’t apply. These are my answers to the questions people asked about their real-world SHTF concerns. No fluff. Just practical insight based on my experience and understanding. And, because this is based on my perspective, I want to be challenged by your perspective. So, as I go through these questions, please think about how you’d respond to the question, and let…
Air Force Global Strike Command on Monday resumed using its Sig Sauer M18 pistols after a command-wide inspection of the firearms, with additional inspection processes.Global Strike temporarily halted the use of the M18 and ordered their inspection after an airman, Brayden Lovan, was fatally shot with one of the pistols on July 20 at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming. Another airman was arrested earlier this month in connection with the death and charged with making a false official statement, obstruction of justice and involuntary manslaughter.The command announced in a Sunday statement that the weapons were deemed safe and…
One would think that the AK platform has been around long enough that there’s not much that needs to be done with it. One would be wrong. Despite the “Nyet! Rifle is fine!” crowd, there’s still room for improvement. Xtech Tactical does just that with their MAG47 magazines. Why Do I Need Another AK Mag? I know, there are probably a literal billion AK mags out there, and most of them probably work fine. Many of them are also quite affordable. So why do we need a new AK mag? Well, how about reliability, quality manufacture, and an American-made product?…
The head of the U.S. Navy’s cybersecurity and information hub will leave her post after nearly two years in the position.Jane Overslaugh Rathbun, the service’s chief information officer, announced her retirement in a Friday LinkedIn post.“It is with gratitude, pride, and humility that I close out this chapter of my career as a civil servant,” Rathbun said.She listed some of her many accomplishments during her more than 30 years as a civil servant, including partnering with industry and academia to provide solutions to problems and meeting the “love of [her] life,” among others.Rathbun did not specify the reason for her…