Daily Archives: Jul 3, 2026

James Thompson

9 Countries Operating the Largest F-35 Stealth Fighter Fleets

"It's the quarterback of the whole battle," U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gina Sabric once described the F‑35 Lightning II. That's no exaggeration. During the span of fewer than twenty years, the fifth‑generation jet went from ambitious multinational undertaking to keystone of allied airpower, redefining the way countries prepare...
James Thompson

Ukraine’s Long-Range Drone Attacks Expose Russia’s Deep Vulnerabilities

Starting with a revelatory fact, Ukrainian drones are now attacking targets virtually 2,000 kilometers within Russia, reaching industrial and strategic locations previously considered out of reach. This novel range is redefining the war's technological and tactical framework, overmatching Moscow's air defenses and redefining the math of deep-rear security. 1. Expanding...
James Thompson

Avoid These 8 Handgun Calibers for Home and Personal Protection, According...

What if the round you count on to save your life fails? In the world of high‑stakes self‑defense, caliber selection can be the difference between thwarting danger and putting yourself in danger of being hit. Though better than nothing, not every handgun cartridge provides the penetration, dependability, and shootability...