Hey everyone, this is Shooting Illustrated bringing you another episode of “I Carry.” In today’s feature, we’re taking another look at the Ruger RXM 9 mm pistol and some related gear. Let’s take a closer look at this setup: Firearm: Ruger RXM (MSRP: $499) Interestingly enough, at the time this video was recorded, we were reviewing an old Classics column ...
Fifteen dead in New Orleans. A truck bomb outside Trump Tower in Las Vegas. Two major attacks in two days, and here’s the kicker: nobody seems to have a damn clue what’s really going on. Las Vegas: Tesla Truck Bomb at Trump Tower A Tesla Cybertruck packed with explosives was driven straight to Trump Tower, and the driver didn’t walk ...
The fires raging across Los Angeles serve as a yet another reminder of the unpredictable and devastating power of nature. With more than 30,000 people already evacuated, homes threatened, and critical infrastructure at risk, these fires highlight the urgent need for people and families to be prepared for emergencies. The Pacific Palisades wildfire has left Los Angeles in a state ...
Los Angeles is a mess right now. After devastating wildfires ripped through the area, it’s not just the flames causing chaos—it’s people. Looters are hitting evacuation zones hard, and with tensions boiling over, the National Guard has been called in to clean things up. If this doesn’t scream “you’re on your own,” I don’t know what does. Looters Are Taking ...
The devastation caused by the wildfires tearing through Los Angeles has been compounded by a reality that we have been writing about and covering for over 20 years now: criminals exploiting the chaos. While the city’s residents are grieving their losses and struggling to rebuild, looters disguised as firefighters and would-be arsonists have emerged, turning an already shitty situation into ...
A Comprehensive Guide to Planning Your Next Outdoor Adventure The sense of adventure, thrill, and freedom to explore the great outdoors can be exhilarating. As the call of the wild echoes in your ears, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement. But with all outdoor adventures, there are potential dangers and risks that you can’t afford to ignore. ...
We’re not just inching toward a cashless society—we’re sleepwalking into it. And for those of us who value independence, privacy, and real preparedness, that’s a damn problem. The push for Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)—like the “digital euro” or the potential U.S. “digital dollar”—isn’t just about modernizing the economy. It’s about control. Governments want total visibility—and eventually control—over how, when, ...
Vortex Optics has just announced the Defender-CCW and Defender-ST enclosed solar micro red dot sights. Vortex’s Defender line of pistol red dot sights has been out for a couple of years now, and the optics have become one of the most popular options on the market. Earlier this year, Vortex introduced the Viper Shotgun red dot as well, and its ...
A Decatur, IL man legally carrying a firearm shot and wounded a convicted felon who opened fire on him during a bizarre early morning confrontation. The suspect, Telly C. Young, has a lengthy criminal history and now faces several new charges including attempted murder. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE DECATUR, IL (3-minute read) — A 67-year-old man legally carrying a concealed ...
A Timeline of Economic Failure and Food Chain Breakdowns Let’s stop pretending we’re untouchable. The idea that America can’t collapse is exactly why it will. Our economy is a debt-ridden joke, our food system is on life support, and half the country is either too distracted or too dependent to notice what’s coming. When things fall apart, it won’t be ...