Author: Tony Grist

Shaw Concepts – ARC Helmet Cover Coming soon from Shaw Concepts is their ARC Helmet Cover. The team went over it with me during SHOT Show and it will fit both the USMC issue ECH as well as USSOCOM’s FAST SF from Gentex. They’ve designed it so that it will fit different sized helmets as well. The ARC Cover will be available in The cover will be available in various camouflage patterns, including MARPAT Woodland, MARPAT Desert, MultiCam, Woodland, MultiCam Tropic, and MultiCam Arid. As you can see from the photos, it’s well laid out for cable routing and accessory…

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan’s National All-Domain Warfighting Center, or NADWC, was designated by the U.S. Department of War as a National Range for Deep Uncrewed Aerial Systems, or UAS, Training. “Today’s designation of the NADWC as a national test site shows that Michigan can lead the future of aerospace and continues to play a key role in protecting our national defense,” said Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. “Over the last few years, we held an autonomous drone competition, released a statewide Advanced Air Mobility Initiative and secured a new fighter mission at Selfridge Air National Guard Base. Now, thanks to this new…

Three NATO nations’ armed forces are the first European military to field autonomous interceptor drones amid rising airspace threats. RIGA, Latvia (February 6, 2026) – Only months after the initial procurement announcements, Riga-based defence technology company Origin Robotics has begun delivering its BLAZE interceptor system to the armed forces of Latvia, Belgium, and Estonia. This handover makes these three countries the first in Europe to field a domestically produced, fully autonomous, warhead-equipped drone interception system. The rapid delivery underscores how agile defence companies like Origin are helping governments respond more quickly to evolving airspace threats. Across Europe, NATO countries have…

Seamless Fingertip Construction for Enhanced Sensitivity and Dexterity Seattle, WA – (January 30th, 2026) – NEXTORCH North America, the primary U.S. distributor of global manufacturer NEXTORCH Industries, is proud to announce NEXTORCH Ultra-Thin Tactical Gloves designed and engineered for thosewho demand precision, durability and uncompromising control in every environment and situation. Built with CORDURA® stretch fabric and reinforced with dual-layer palm protection, these gloves are the perfect balance between durability, dexterity, and all-weather protection. The seamless fingertip design eliminates pressure points, while ten-finger touchscreen technology keeps you connected to all your devices and equipment without losing focus. Whether it’s tactical…

Japan’s Sunday elections brought the governing Liberal Democratic Party a supermajority in a major victory for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who had gambled by calling an election shortly after assuming office. The LDP won 316 of 465 seats in the country’s House of Representatives, up from the 198 it held before the election.  Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox While the LDP has governed Japan for all but six years since its formation 1955, it lost its governing majority in October 2024, leading to the resignation of Shigeru Ishiba as prime minister and party leader the…

Carbondale, PA – February 9, 2026 – Gentex Corporation today announced its sponsorship of the Alliance Police Training Facility in Alliance, Ohio, through its Ops-Core® brand, the premier provider of high-performance helmet systems and integrated equipment for law enforcement and military professionals. With decades of experience as a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders and industrial personnel, Gentex’s sponsorship reflects acommitment to supporting law enforcement readiness with the highest performing products and investments that directly enhance officer safety, capability, and mission effectiveness. The Alliance Police Training Facility is widely recognized for delivering…

Safariland’s SafariMesh™, a next-generation communication device, first product to integrate RavenTalk Technology Las Vegas, NV, February 6, 2026 — Lynq Networks, a leader in local team communications addressing one of the largest connectivity challenges facing enterprises and governments, today announced the launch of RavenTalk. Built on Lynq’s Raven network stack, RavenTalk delivers secure, long-range, hands-free, decentralized voice and data communications, without base stations, access points or fixed infrastructure. Lynq also has announced that Safariland’s SafariMesh™, a next-generation communication device that enables dependable team communication in challenging operational conditions, is the first product to integrate RavenTalk technology. Built on Lynq’s decentralized…

Snakestaff Systems The Cantable Mag Carrier (CMC) is a soft-sided, standalone, low-visibility IWB magazine carrier designed for everyday carry. It offers multiple points of adjustment, allowing the user to fine-tune ride height and cant for an ergonomic spare-mag placement anywhere along the belt line. The mounting interface accepts a variety of popular EDC belt clips, including Discreet Carry Concepts and Ulticlip. Compatible with most slimline and double-stack magazines, the CMC delivers a comfortable, discreet solution for carrying a spare reload. The Cantable Mag Carrier by Snakestaff Systems is coming soon. Read the full article here

KOMENDA, SLOVENIA (05.02.2025) At SHOT Show 2026, UF PRO, part of the Mehler Systems Group and a leader in premium tactical clothing, presented its latest developments across the tactical clothing portfolio. The event offered visitors insight into both newly released products and upcoming additions planned for 2026. The showcase included several key autumn releases, among them the Hunter FZ Gen.3 Tactical Softshell Jacket, the Delta ML Gen.3 Tactical Winter Jacket, and the P-40 All-Terrain Gen.3 Tactical Pants. The Hunter FZ Gen.3 Tactical Softshell Jacket is designed as a versatile softshell layer for dynamic use in variable weather, balancing wind resistance,…

Morgan McSweeney, the chief of staff of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, resigned Sunday as part of the fallout surrounding the revelations of deep links between Jeffrey Epstein and British politician Peter Mandelson, who Starmer had appointed as ambassador to Washington last year. McSweeney took “full responsibility” for advising Starmer to make the appointment in his announcement of his resignation. “The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson was wrong. He has damaged our party, our country and trust in politics itself,” McSweeney said in a statement. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox Recently released files by the…