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Super Power Beat Down is returning to YouTube with a new matchup between the 1989 Batman and 1990 Shredder. Here’s a look at Bat in the Sun’s history and why the fan-favorite series still matters.
The Star Wars sequel trilogy was a missed opportunity. Part Two examines how Lucasfilm mishandled its characters, mythology, and story and why the franchise needs a new direction.
Gears of War: E-Day has sparked controversy over its Code of Conduct, Pride identity emblems, and the treatment of Marcus and Dom.
Star Wars desperately needs to break free from the Skywalker Saga. As Lucasfilm moves forward with a new trilogy from Simon Kinberg and director Jon Watts, it’s time to explore the galaxy beyond the Skywalker family.
Editor’s Note Double-stacked 1911s will be called 2011s for clarity and consistency. I understand that Staccato owns the trademark for 2011 and legally is the only...
Remembering September 11, 2001, 25 years later. “The Day America Stood Still” is a personal reflection on 9/11, the lives lost, the first responders who answered the call, and an event that forever changed America.
Eighty-two years after D-Day, we remember the sacrifice of Allied forces on the beaches of Normandy. A reflection on courage, loss, and the enduring cost of freedom on June 6, 1944.
Memorial Day is more than a long weekend filled with barbecues and celebrations. It is a solemn reminder of the brave American service members who paid the ultimate sacrifice defending the freedoms and liberties we cherish today. From Belleau Wood and Normandy to Fallujah and Helmand Province, generations of Americans have stood vigilant in defense of this nation. This editorial reflects on the true meaning of Memorial Day, the cost of freedom, and why the sacrifices of our fallen heroes should never be forgotten.
Throwing it back to the day before SHOT Show 2020, where a range day at Alliance Week led to an unexpected discovery of Atlas Gunworks. After running several high-end 2011 pistols side by side, one thing became clear: Atlas wasn’t just good, it was exceptional. From the Titan to the Nemesis, these pistols delivered stunning craftsmanship, laser-flat shooting characteristics, and some of the best triggers in the 2011 world.
Throwing it back to one of the most unforgettable moments in my early ‘Tales of a Range Safety Officer’ stories: a customer actually asked, ‘Do we plug in the guns every day to charge them?’ If you’ve ever thought your job couldn’t get any weirder, think again. This classic tale is full of laughs, chaos, and a reminder that no day on the range is ever truly ordinary. Dive in and relive the moment that still makes me shake my head—and smile.
