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The National Interest16 hours ago
How the Glock 19 Forever Changed the Global Gun Market
*Charlie Gao*
*Guns, World*
The Glock 19 is one of the most popular guns on the planet.
*Here's What You Need To Remember: *While all of these trends cannot be
solely attributed to the Glock 19, it’s probably fair to attribute some
responsibility to it. As the “gold standard” of what a modern pistol should
be, most firearm designers are acutely aware of what it does well and what
it does poorly.
The Glock 19 is one of the most popular guns on the planet. Police,
militaries, and paramilitaries on almost every continent carry them daily.
As a result, the Glock 19’s design has heav... read more
The National Interest16 hours ago
USS Cowpens: The Most Cursed Warship in the U.S. Navy?
*David Axe*
*U.S. Navy, Americas*
Fatal accidents and near-disasters at sea have plagued the ship.
*Here's What You Need to Know*: In naval tradition there are happy ships
and unhappy ones.
There are 21 other vessels outwardly identical to the U.S. Navy
guided-missile cruiser USS *Cowpens*. But there are no vessels just like
*Cowpens*.
For *Cowpens *is cursed. Fatal accidents. Near-disasters at sea. And a
peculiar hex that seems to almost guarantee that her skippers ignominiously
will end their careers aboard the troubled ship.
A crisis in 2014 was the most bizarre. Capt. Greg ... read more
Diogenes' Middle Finger16 hours ago
Your Sunday Open Thread:
Your Beloved Blog Editrix Turns Things Over to You, the Readers.
You May Talk Among Yourselves.
** *Happy Father Day Guys!***
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The National Interest17 hours ago
More Capacity, More Power: The Glock 20 Is a Killer
*Mark Episkopos*
*Guns, *
Seeking to maintain their foothold in the U.S. market, Glock rushed to
release the Glock 20 in 1991 shortly after the FBI’s official adoption of
the 10mm caliber.
*Here's What You Need to Know*: What the Glock 20 sacrifices in size, it
makes up for with raw performance. The Glock 20 combines the impressive
stopping power of the 10mm caliber with a 15-round capacity magazine that’s
capable of accommodating a wide range of ammunition, all within the
reliable and ergonomically friendly frame that is a trademark of the Glock
brand.
In a catalog saturated w... read more
Small Dead Animals17 hours ago
Dumb Sheep HerdersThis sign was in front of a tourist shop in Newport, Rhode Island
yesterday. How seriously are we supposed to accept the admonitions of
someone who can’t write 2 sentences without making multiple grammar
mistakes? Asking for a friend. read more
naked capitalism17 hours ago
Links 6/20/2021CURMUDGUCATION17 hours ago
ICYMI: Father's Day Edition (6/20)*My father is in his mid-80s, not quite as spry as he once was, but still
the smartest human I know. I have a lot more to say, but I just erased a
humongous paragraph because I realized it just needs to be a separate post.
So let's get on to the reading for this week.*
*I will warn you up front that there's a lot of critical race theory stuff
on the list this week, and you might want to skim and just pick out one or
two to read, because lordy this controversy is depressing. There's other
stuff here, too. I promise.*
*How a conservative activist invented the conflict over critical r... read more
naked capitalism17 hours ago
Device Makers Have Funneled Billions to Orthopedic Surgeons Who Use Their ProductsFederal officials say that some of the money changing hands has corrupted
doctors and endangered patients.
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The National Interest18 hours ago
Why are We Still Not Seeing Self Driving Cards on Public Roads?
*Francesco Biondi*
*Self Driving Cars, *
Do you remember the time when self-driving cars were upon us?
Do you remember the time when self-driving cars were upon us? It was almost
a decade ago when the Autonomous Vehicle division at Google (now Waymo)
promised a world where people would be chauffeured around by self-driving
robot cars.
We were shown computer renderings of futuristic cities filled with
autonomous robot taxis and luxurious concept vehicles where riders could
rest on fully reclining seats while watching high-resolution TVs.
That was what they promised us. As it turn... read more
The National Interest18 hours ago
The Smith & Wesson 329PD Revolver Feels Like Shooting Air
*Kyle Mizokami*
*Guns, *
The Smith & Wesson Model 329PD takes technology the company pioneered for
smaller revolvers and ports it to large frame, large caliber revolvers.
*Here's What You Need to Remember: *A handgun’s weight is typically a
double-edged sword: while a lighter handgun is typically more comfortable
to carry, a heavier handgun absorbs recoil better, sparing the user much of
the ensuing kick. This is particularly true in heavier caliber revolvers.
One of America’s oldest gun companies has pushed the limits of
technological innovation to create the lightest large-cali... read more
AGE OF AUTISM18 hours ago
What Does He See?Cathy shares the blessings of having a strong husband and father for her
five children. Happy Father's Day to all the AofA Dads. I was blessed with
a Dad who looked out for me (and my 3 daughters) until the... read more
Komando.com18 hours ago
5 hidden ways a VPN can make life better and more secure
If you want total security and privacy you need to add a VPN to your
system. Here are 5 reasons to use a VPN that you've never thought of before. read more
NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW THAT18 hours ago
Potty SNP Minister Thinks He Can Turn Off England’s ElectricityBy Paul Homewood Is there any government anywhere in the world more
ludicrous than the SNP? The leader of the SNP has already sent a
warning to Prime Minister Boris Johnson over “picking a fight with the
democratic wishes of the Scottish people," stating a second referendum was
“a matter of when, […] read more
CFACT18 hours ago
Blame oil for the world populating to 8 billion
Oil enabled, agricultural, medical, communication infrastructures and more.
The post Blame oil for the world populating to 8 billion appeared first on
CFACT.
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Bayou Renaissance Man19 hours ago
Sunday morning music
I'm obliged to Kim du Toit, a fellow expatriate South African who, like me,
is now an American citizen. A couple of days ago he mentioned on his blog
the Genesis hit "Firth of Fifth", from their fifth studio album "Selling
England by the Pound". He first linked to a version of the song by former
Genesis lead guitarist Steve Hackett, then to an analysis of the piece by a
composer in the classical music tradition. I found both engrossing.
Genesis was, of course, a progressive rock group from the outset.
Classical music influences are evident in a great deal of their music.
(O... read more
The Rio Times1 day ago
The Brazilian Livestreams Guide for Sunday, June 20, 2021
LIVESTREAM: São João de Todos (online) – Celebrating the Festa Junina, a
typical June festivity in Brazil, the "São João de Todos" festival will
host several forró and sertanejo artists this Sunday. Names like Jarly
Almeida, Matheus Alves, Priscila Senna, and Walkyria Santos will compose
the festival's line-up. The livestream starts at 4 PM.
The post The Brazilian Livestreams Guide for Sunday, June 20, 2021 appeared
first on The Rio Times.
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The National Interest18 hours ago
Government Report: The U.S. Marine Corps Is Losing Its Edge
*Michael Peck*
*U.S. Marine Corps, Americas*
A lack of training is to blame.
*Here's What You Need to Know*: The U.S. military has too many commitments
and not enough resources.
The U.S. Marine Corps is arguably the best amphibious-warfare force in the
world. But a 2017 Government Accountability Office report suggests that
lack of training may be eroding the marines’ amphibious capabilities.
The problem isn’t with the marine amphibious units deployed at sea, which
would be at the forefront of the fighting should war erupt in Korea or the South
China Sea. The issue is that relent... read more
The National Interest18 hours ago
Could Israel Replicate Its Syrian Military Strategy in Gaza?
*Michael Makovsky*
*Israel, Middle East*
Even if successfully executed with little cost, adopting the “campaign
between the wars” to Gaza won’t solve Israel’s Gaza problem—but it could
lead to longer intervals between wars, reducing bloodshed and insecurity in
Israel and in Gaza, and that alone would offer a significant advance.
When the new Israeli prime minister, Naftali Bennett, addressed his new
“change” cabinet this week, he said Israel is “at the outset of new days.”
That’s immediately clear about the country’s politics, but for Israel to
make progress in Gaza, after the la... read more
The National Interest18 hours ago
America Cannot Ignore Beijing's Lawlessness in the South China Sea
*James Holmes*
*South China Sea, Asia*
To uphold freedom of the sea, U.S. Navy and friendly ships and planes
should exercise every prerogative to which they’re entitled by the law of
the sea.
*Here's What You Need to Know*: Strategic competition continues to heat up.
Weeping, gnashing of teeth and *rending of garments!* Those were sounds
emanating from Beijing following the July 2016 ruling from the *International
Tribunal for the Law of the Sea*.
International law has a way of accommodating realities of power—of
deferring to the strong. Kudos go to the jurists, consequently, fo... read more
Virtual Mirage19 hours ago
Sunday Sermonette
Happy Father’s Day My children ask what I want for Father’s Day. It’s the
same thing that I want for my birthday and Christmas. A sliver of their
time. If I want some trinket, I buy it. While I’m not technically “old” and
I’m not knocking at heaven’s door (at least I don’t think […]
The post Sunday Sermonette appeared first on Virtual Mirage.
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Electroverse19 hours ago
The Sun is taking another Nap, as Noctilucent Clouds Spill out of the Arctic
Not all that long ago, NLCs were confined to the Arctic, but in recent
years they've been spreading unusually-far south with sightings in London,
Paris, Rome and Los Angeles, as record cold penetrates the mesosphere.
The post The Sun is taking another Nap, as Noctilucent Clouds Spill out of
the Arctic appeared first on Electroverse.
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OrientalReview.org19 hours ago
Flying By The InstrumentsI was told once that it is possible when flying an airplane to lose track
of whether you are flying rightside-up or upside-down—presumably because
when you can’t see the ground or are flying through clouds or fog, you lose
track of everything. It was then, I was further told, that […] read more
The National Interest20 hours ago
The Glock 19X Is a Monster of a Gun (The Army Passed on It)
*Caleb Larson*
*Guns, Americas*
For the XM17 Modular Handgun System competition, SIG Sauer partnered with
Winchester, a company that supplies large amounts of ammunition in a
variety of calibers to the U.S. military.
*Here's What You Need to Know*: In their report, the GAO cited SIG’s
ammunition license rights and ammunition production/manufacturing plan,
both of which were listed as “Outstanding” whereas Glock’s bids in those
two categories were “Marginal” and “Good” respectively.
The Army’s now-finished XM17 Modular Handgun System Competition had its
work cut out for it: repla... read more
Komando.com20 hours ago
It’s World Wi-Fi Day! 8 ways to boost your home’s connection
8 clever ways to get a stronger Wi-Fi connection in your home. read more
Global Issues News Headlines20 hours ago
Sustainability solution or climate calamity? The dangers and promise of cryptocurrency technology
The negative environmental impact of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin has
been widely covered in the press in recent weeks and months, and their
volatility has also been flagged as a cause for concern. Nevertheless, the
UN believes that blockchain, the technology lying behind these online
currencies, could be of great benefit to those fighting the climate crisis,
and help bring about a more sustainable global economy.
Read the full story, “Sustainability solution or climate calamity? The
dangers and promise of cryptocurrency technology”, on globalissues.org →
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The National Interest20 hours ago
World War II: These 5 American Weapons Helped Crush the Axis Powers
*Michael Peck*
*World War II, Americas*
Utilizing its massive industrial and technological base, America was able
to produce some excellent weapons.
*Here's What You Need to Know*: These systems were powerful and incredibly
efficient.
The secret of American victory in World War II was quantity and quality.
Copious amounts of weapons and equipment that not only overwhelmed and
outmatched the Axis arsenal, but helped enable Lend-Lease allies like
Britain and Russia to do the same.
Not that every U.S. weapon was great. The ubiquitous M-4 Sherman tank was
plentiful but mediocre. Ea... read more
The National Interest20 hours ago
This Really Ugly Plane Terrorized ISIS Like No Other
*Alex Hollings*
*AC-208 Cessna, *
Cessna may be the most well-known name in civilian aviation, with the
Cessna 172 widely recognized as the most successful aircraft in history.
The U.S. military leads the world in stealth aviation technology, but not
every fight requires a fast-moving, radar defeating fighter; sometimes all
it takes to win a fight is a good old-fashioned Cessna strapped to the
nines with Hellfire missiles.
Cessna may be the most well-known name in civilian aviation, with the
Cessna 172 widely recognized as the most successful aircraft in history.
There hav... read more
The National Interest20 hours ago
Cold War Takedown: How the Warsaw Pact Planned to Destroy NATO
*Kyle Mizokami*
*World War III, Europe*
After the Cold War ended, the Polish government made public classified
Soviet documents that revealed the likely war plan.
*Here's What You Need to Remember: *NATO would have lost the war. NATO’s
assumption that the war would gradually escalate to nuclear weapons would
have been fatal against an adversary that planned to use them on Day One.
Last month in the* National Interest* we discussed NATO’s plan for World
War III in Europe. The scenario, set in the late 1980s, assumed that the
forces of the Soviet Union and the rest of the Warsaw Pa... read more
The National Interest20 hours ago
What Makes Smith & Wesson’s M&P Compact 22 So Good?
*Kyle Mizokami*
*Smith & Wesson, *
The Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Compact pistol is nearly identical to a
full-sized M&P Compact but significantly lighter and easier to shoot.
*Here's What You Need to Remember: *The M&P Compact 22 is an excellent
choice for existing M&P Compact owners or those looking for a reliable .22
firearm. While it may not achieve the market longevity of similar guns such
as the Browning Buckmark, it’s a handsome, sporty alternative to many small
caliber target pistols.
One of the most useful things to have in firearms training is a handgun
with the look and fe... read more
The National Interest20 hours ago
How the U.S. Government Might Have Survived a Nuclear War
*Steve Weintz*
*, *
From early on in the Nuclear Age, the U.S. government explored numerous
ways to keep itself safe during and after Armageddon.
*Here's What You Need to Remember:* Along with Congress agencies such as
the Federal Reserve made accommodations for apocalypse, including giant
vaults full of currency. As Strangelovian as it sounds, the work of
returning American society to some semblance of pre-war routine would
depend on cash and banking.
With the arrival of the Bomb and its immense destructive power, the efforts
to protect elites and commoners alike from swift des... read more
Covert Geopolitics20 hours ago
Have the Great Reset Technocrats Really Thought This Through?With the UN World Food Program announcing that some 270 million people
worldwide now face starvation, the ongoing debate about the real aims of
the technocracy is profound. The question is whether their aim tends more
towards major population reduction, or more towards a new type of slavery.
It appears that philosophical and long-term practical … Continue reading Have
the Great Reset Technocrats Really Thought This Through? → read more
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