A Canadian Belgian? The InglisHi-Power

The Nazi juggernaut rolled across Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and France in a mere six weeks. The transformation would have seemed apocalyptic. We have the benefit of hindsight. The Inglis No. 1 Mk I Hi-Power was produced in Canada by a Belgian refugee for use in China fighting the Japanese. Note the unique shoulder stock/holster.* For those who lived it, however, there could be no comparable clarity. As far as they knew the Nazi jackboot was there to stay....

February 9, 2023 · 3 min · 633 words · Sarah Byrd

Paul Mescal Says Oscar Nomination Is “Absurd” & Has Provided Respite As His Mum Battles Cancer

And yeah, were gonna have a great time as a family. Theyre all coming out to LA. My mum got a haircut today in prep for her chemotherapy and then Paul got nominated for an Oscar. Paul MescalGetty Life is so crazy, she tweeted. The universe works in kind of very interesting ways, Mescal told the BBC. Mescal starred in the commercial for Denny and is regularly reminded of it by his compatriots....

February 9, 2023 · 1 min · 124 words · Robert Bryan

Peter Bart: Gustavo Dudamel’s Defection Indicative Of A Reignited East Coast-West Coast Rivalry

Both socially and corporately, Zaslav was a major show business presence in Gotham. And Manhattan didnt even get much snow this winter. Dudamel will, of course, conduct the New York Philharmonic at Geffen Hall. Gustavo DudamelGetty Images And the Geffen name is widely immortalized across Columbia University and at UCLA. Diller was a founding partner of DreamWorks and CEO at Fox. As theNew York Timesobserved, Dudamel in L.A. was not a snob....

February 9, 2023 · 1 min · 129 words · Elizabeth Hunter

WGA West Sets First Membership Meetings To Discuss Upcoming Contract Talks

He also downplayed rumors of a threatened strike because honestly, none of us know whats gonna happen. Its not as fun as thisScriptnotes Liveshow, but its probably more important. Watch on Deadline Thats really kind of annoying, honestly, August answered. WGA West building in HollywoodGetty Images That said, the studios and networks are definitely trying to prepare for it if it does happen. You see them opening writers rooms early theyre trying to get scripts in by May 1....

February 9, 2023 · 1 min · 120 words · Steven Flores

Ayoob: How to Find the Red Dot on Your EDC

But trends can create controversy, and new equipment always requires new approaches. Hence, it requires a little bit more effort to master. Ego gets invested in one concept or another, and the next thing you know it becomes acrimonious. As more people transition to reflex-style sights, finding the red dot is more important than ever. Renowned firearms trainer Massad Ayoob helps us in this endeavor. Image: Gail Pepin The same is true of methods for teaching the use of carry optics....

February 8, 2023 · 3 min · 590 words · Dylan Arias

The Armory Life Interviews:John Chapman

John Chapman (JC):Thank you for inviting me to be a part of this. Ive been a follower ofThe Armory Lifefor several years now. I started my professional life in the U.S. Navy, where I was a Machinist Mate. John “Chappy” Chapman, renowned SWAT officer and tactics trainer, brings a scientific and analytical approach to the science of violence. I was told when I was new in the profession how important it is to always be training....

February 7, 2023 · 3 min · 562 words · David Gonzales

‘Fawlty Towers’ Reboot In The Works With John Cleese, Camilla Cleese & Rob Reiner’s Castle Rock Entertainment

Basil Fawlty is back. A reboot ofJohn Cleeses BritishcomedysensationFawlty Towersis in the works andRob ReinersCastle Rock Entertainmentis developing. The new series will explore how Cleeses over-the-top, cynical and misanthropic Basil Fawlty navigates the modern world. John Cleese, Camilla Cleese and the cast of ‘Fawlty Towers,’ John Cleese, Prunella Scales, Andrew Sachs and Connie BoothAndy Gotts/Courtesy/BBC Rob Reiner added: John Cleese is a comedy legend. Fawlty Towerscurrently airs onBBCTwo and is available to stream onBritBox....

February 7, 2023 · 1 min · 110 words · Heather Brown

‘Sharper’ Review: Julianne Moore & Sebastian Stan In A Deliciously Twisty New York Noir Full Of Secrets And Lies

Another chance encounter later that day leads to dinner and a budding romance. When he volunteers to bail her out, she resists, but ultimately agrees to a substantial loan. The title of the film can give us a clue, if you know who a sharper is. John Lithgow and Julianne Moore in ‘Sharper’Apple/A24 But just when you have an aha! moment, these filmmakers have other twists up their sleeves. Big props to this great cast....

February 7, 2023 · 1 min · 117 words · Joshua Morris

Review: MeprolightTru-VisionRed Dot

This brings their products into compliance with NATO and U.S. military specifications, as well as international MIL Standards. Needless to say, this sets the bar high for the product. The Details So, we have clearly set our expectations here. Rifle optics are more popular than ever. The author reviews the Meprolight Tru-Vision red dot optic in this article. Would the Tru-Vision live up to them? The result is a compact design that is also quite lightweight, weighing in at just 10 ounces....

February 6, 2023 · 3 min · 549 words · Kimberly Phillips

‘Shadow Chasers’: Luke Sparke Directing Modern Take On Charles Dickens For Bee Holder & Concourse

A fall shoot in Australia is planned as casting gets underway. Concourse will be co-financing and representing worldwide rights. Its something that instantly grabbed me and drew me into this action- and mystery-filled world. Luke Sparkecourtesy Luke Sparke Its been exciting to be involved with the team and start to bring it to life. Jeremy Christensen is co-producing for Bee Holder and Grant Mohrman is executive producing for Concourse. Bee Holder and Concourse are partnered on upcoming projectsThe TunnelandMidair, both fast-paced thrillers set in Budapest....

February 6, 2023 · 1 min · 115 words · Shelia Williams

MGM Targets Review: Is Hex Alloy Their Secret Weapon?

Frankly, this is not your run-of-the-mill AR550 steel plate. Testing It Out I was recently fortunate to have three kits from MGM Targets in for review. Priced at $460.07, the BC-C Zone target comes with no weld 24 bracket and base. Steel targets are an excellent training tool. To test these MGM Targets, the author applied rounds from various firearms, including hisXD-M EliteandM1A rifle. MLS Stands for Modular Locking System, which is how the plates lock to the hangers....

February 5, 2023 · 2 min · 254 words · Jessica Williams

Where to Watch the 2025 Grammys

The 2025 Grammy Awardsare take place today ( Sunday , February 2 ) , at Crypto.com Arena , in Los Angeles . As always , maven will take the air the crimson carpeting in advance of this eve ’s primary consequence , andseveral awardswill be give out during the Premiere Ceremony this good afternoon . The televise primary case recoil off at 8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time , air on theCBS Television connection , and rain buckets onParamount+ With Showtime , which offersa calendar week - prospicient innocent test ....

February 5, 2023 · 4 min · 657 words · Jessica Gates

F-117 Nighthawk:The Emergence of Stealth Technology

However, the Nighthawk was the first operational aircraft to be designed with stealth technology. However, it wasnt until 1988 that the Air Force officially acknowledged its existence. A total of 64 including five YR-117A prototypes and 59 F-117As were produced. In the early 1980’s, the Air Force Flight Test Center teamed with Lockheed to complete the development test and evaluation of the F-117A stealth fighter. Image: U.S.A.F. Only the one now in Serbia was ever officially lost in combat....

February 4, 2023 · 4 min · 699 words · Mary Mitchell