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After shedding more than 300,000 federal employees in his first year in office and pushing for additional cuts this year, the Trump administration is seeking to hold the overall workforce steady in fiscal 2027. Under plans put forward in President Trump’s new budget, agencies would actually see a net increase of around 3,000 workers next fiscal year. Many agencies are still proposing that they cut additional workers, but the extent of those reductions would be far more mild than the White House previously sought and would be made up for by gains elsewhere. While some agencies are looking to further slash their…

Seattle, WA – (March 31st, 2026) – NEXTORCH North America, the primary U.S. distributor of global manufacturer NEXTORCH Industries, is proud to announce NEXTORCH Snow Guard Winter Tactical Gloves; designed and engineered for those who demand warmth and durability in winter conditions or temperatures above 14°F. The NEXTORCH Snow Guard Winter Tactical Gloves deliver warmth, protection, and control without compromise. Cold weather performance shouldn’t be limited by temperature, bulk or loss of dexterity. Snow Guard gloves are engineered with a zoned insulation system and a waterproof-breathable membrane, allowing you to stay warm, dry, and fully operational in rain, snow, and…

It is not often that a revolution in the conduct of warfare occurs, however the introduction of inexpensive, commercially available unmanned aerial systems (UAS), or drones, to the battlefield is just that. Recent global conflicts have demonstrated the vulnerability of large, armored formations and the threat posed by small UAS. The maneuverability of large, armored formations has always been a challenge when breaching defensive lines, but the current vulnerability to the formation is the inability to effectively counter the rapidly growing UAS threat. This new threat set is causing commanders to re-think the employment of armored formations, underscoring a fundamental…

A General Atomics Aeronautical Systems test aircraft for the U.S. Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft program suffered a mishap following takeoff from a company-owned airport in the California desert on Monday at approximately 1 p.m. Pacific time, the company announced. The aircraft involved was a YFQ-42A, one of several production-representative test platforms currently in the […]

Movsar Evloev is confident that he’s fighting current and two-time UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski next and has begun preparations for the title bout.Evloev most recently returned to action after several months on the sidelines due to injury, defeating Lerone Murphy at UFC London. The Russian fighter ditched his usual wrestling-heavy style to impress the matchmakers and put on a slugfest against “The Miracle.” LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 21: (R-L) Movsar Evloev of Russia punches Lerone Murphy of England in a featherweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at The O2 on March 21, 2026, in London, England. (Photo…

Doug Coltrane will test skills against Maki Pitolo at BKFC Honolulu on April 11th. Coltrane is returning to the ring after a lengthy hiatus and when asked what the sentiment is returning here, considering the time in between BKFC fights, Coltrane said [via Bare Knuckle Bowker], “Last year, I had an opportunity to fight in January. It was my fault. I couldn’t take the opportunity and I had some personal things going on. But since then, man, I’ve gotten things back in order with my life. I’ve been training my a** off. I’ve been consistently in the gym. When I…

After two decades of searching for a new grenade launcher, the U.S. Army appears to be zeroing in on a choice. The Army is seeking prototypes for the Precision Grenadier System, which will replace the M203 and M320 grenade launchers. In a nod to modern battlefield conditions, the PGS will incorporate drone-killing tech in addition to offering troops the capability to engage targets behind defilade such as walls.The PGS “will be a man-portable, target engagement system that enables the squad to organically incapacitate enemy personnel targets in defilade, in close quarters battle and unmanned aerial systems with quick and precise…

Aging changes how your body responds to exercise, but it does not reduce your ability to improve fitness, burn fat, and protect your health. In fact, cardiovascular training becomes more important after 40, not less. The challenge is that what worked in your 20s and 30s may no longer deliver the same results. Hormones shift, recovery slows, and muscle mass declines. That means your approach to cardio needs to evolve. This guide breaks down what actually works for cardiovascular training after 40, based on current scientific evidence. It also highlights common mistakes that can slow progress or increase injury risk.…

I’ve got a few solid tips and recommendations to help you make the most of the sales happening right now. There are some top-tier RPGs currently discounted that you really shouldn’t pass up, especially if they’re still missing from your library. Games go on sale all the time, but the best of the best don’t get discounted as often or as much; they know how much they’re worth, after all. Occasionally, though, the stars align, and some amazing deals on truly top-tier games crop up. All you have to do is catch them when they’re available. I’ve found ten must-play…

Fire Point, maker of Ukraine’s Flamingo cruise missile, is in talks with European companies to launch a new air defense system by next year, a senior executive told Reuters, creating a low-cost alternative to the increasingly hard-to-get Patriot system.With governments seeking to defend their skies as the wars in Ukraine and Iran sow global instability, Fire Point’s co-founder and chief designer Denys Shtilierman said it aimed to slash the cost of intercepting a ballistic missile to below $1 million.Shtilierman also said Fire Point was awaiting government approval for an investment by a Middle Eastern conglomerate that valued the company at…