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B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. Exhibiting at SHOT Show 2026, Booth 20413 November 21, 2025 (Redmond, WA) – Join B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a Defense Technology Manufacturer specializing in advanced photonic solutions for military, law enforcement, consumer, and aerospace applications worldwide, at SHOT Show in booth 20413, January 20-23. SHOT Show is one of the largest trade shows in the defense industry with over 2,700 exhibitors and 50,000 attendees. We are excited to meet with our domestic and international partnersand showcase our latest innovations. Come see thegroundbreaking new MINIRVA™ technology inside of the MILR®and DAGIR®, and the DeathStar™ array…
Andrew Day and Harrison Berger talk to Robert Malley about his new book, Tomorrow Is Yesterday: Life, Death, and the Pursuit of Peace in Israel/Palestine. They also discuss the Gaza war, Barack Obama’s and Donald Trump’s unique approaches to Israel-Palestine, the rise of antisemitism, impediments to a two-state solution, and more. Recorded November 20, 2025. Read the full article here
Magdeburg, 18 November 2025 – Head protection specialist SCHUBERTH GmbH from Magdeburg is presenting the new T100C training helmet at Milipol Paris 2025. The helmet was developed specifically for training as well as operational scenarios in military and law enforcement settings, combining low weight with maximum protection and modularity. With this, SCHUBERTH expands its portfolio of tactical head protection systems with another practical, field-oriented model. Optimized for Training and Real-Condition Operations The T100C is the training variant of the proven M100 combat helmet and features the same interfaces (rails, shroud, etc.) and identical interior components, ensuring that operation remains unchanged…
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FirstSpear Friday Focus: Crew Chief T-Shirt The FirstSpear CREW CHIEF T-SHIRT is built for the men and women who keep the mission alive long before wheels-up. Made from a 60/40 cotton-poly blend, it delivers the ideal balance of softness, durability, and long-term comfort whether you’re at the range or off the clock. The athletic fit is cut for mobility, giving you room to move without excess bulk or drag. A ribbed crew neckline keeps the profile clean and structured, ensuring the shirt holds its shape through hard use. The lightweight, breathable fabric keeps you comfortable in heat, movement, and long…
HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. – Air Force Special Operations Command recently completed the second iteration of the AFSOC Tactical Communications Course at Hurlburt Field, Florida. The tactical communications course is several weeks of a specialized training program designed to teach Air Commandos the skills and knowledge needed specifically to work communications for special operations missions. “We needed a course to train AFSOC communicators on SOF-unique equipment and SOF employment for USSOCOM missions, and it needed to be a repeatable and sustainable solution,” said Chief Master Sgt. Robert Harris, AFSOC communications directorate senior enlisted leader. “AFSOC takes great pride in producing Air…
Milipol 25 – Victorinox Special Forces Working Knife Victorinox displayed a prototype of a fixed blade working knife. Featuring a 105mm blade made from 14C28N steel with a 58 HRC, the handle is polymer and offers a sticky feel for a sure grip. The knife features jumping on the spine of the blade as well as a window breaker on the protruding tang. The polymer sheath is ambidextrous. Read the full article here
Milipol 25 – Due Emme Spider Buckle Italy’s Due Emme gave us a sneak peek of their new quick release fastener for armor systems called the Spider. It can be used for both left and right handed applications. Offered in both 40mm and 25mm versions, the Spider is IRR complaint and can be made from FR materials. Read the full article here
The U.S. unemployment rate in September rose from 4.3 to 4.4 percent, the highest mark since 2021, according to a report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The report was due to be released in October, but was delayed due to a record-breaking 43-day government shutdown. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox Unemployment increased even as job growth outperformed expectations. Non-farm payroll jobs increased by 110,000, above projections for an increase of 50,000. The mismatch is at least partly caused by a significant downward revision in total jobs created in the 12 months preceding…
TNVC Black Friday Deals Continue – Ready-to-Ship Night Vision Systems Available Now November 2025 – Redlands, CA — TNVC, America’s premier night-vision authority for two decades, is continuing its Black Friday momentum with ongoing deals on select Ready-to-Ship, TNVC-Built Night Vision Systems, available now while supplies last. These units are built, inspected, and on the shelf, allowing customers to skip the typical lead times and get straight into the night with battle-proven reliability and TNVC craftsmanship. No gimmicks. No codes. Just significant, immediate savings on fully-assembled premium systems. Available Now – Pre-Built TNVC Systems Customers can simply select their preferred…