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Video breakdown: Police shootout shows pitfalls of stand and deliver
Eric Lamberson Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityResearch has shown the only shot that will instantly stop a fight is one that destroys the brain or severs the spinal cord, thereby disabling the central nervous system. Shots that do not strike the central nervous system must rely on blood loss to hit a critical level causing unconsciousness.
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O Canada: Trouble on the road
Steve and Diane Owens Recreation & LeisureSeveral days into our trip up the Alcan, it's been a hell of a journey by anyone's standards — surely not a Sunday drive "down the shore." Most of the folks we met along the way were retired road nomads; the first vanguard of the pilgrimage north to the "Last Frontier." A few weeks later, younger folks on extended vacations would begin arriving on their way to fun spots in the Yukon or Alaska. They come with their families, trailers and SUVs loaded down with children, dogs, toys, camping gear, kayaks on the roof, and of course bicycles strapped to the back bumper.
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Scope of practice: What’s the big deal?
Mary Nielsen Recreation & LeisureAs technology in esthetics moves upward, and new treatments and methods for improving skin come on the market, paying attention to your scope of practice becomes essential to prevent yourself from landing in hot water. What exactly is "scope of practice"? There is lots of confusion about the term, and the goal here is to provide some clarity for the esthetician who wants to offer the latest and most innovative treatments to help her clients achieve the goal of healthier, more youthful looking skin.
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Infographic: What you should know about Cinco de Mayo
Kaylee Nelson Recreation & LeisureThe observance of Cinco de Mayo is upon us, but that doesn't just mean fiestas and margaritas. Much like St. Patrick's Day, the holiday is celebrated much more heavily in the U.S. than in its country of origin. However, it still holds meaning and honor for the Mexican and Mexican-American population. It is a day full of tradition, varying festivities and a misunderstood history.
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5 favorite fishing piers across the US
Dave G. Houser Recreation & LeisureAs the sun rises over the Atlantic, dozens of anglers line the Jacksonville Beach Pier. It's Saturday morning, and the king mackerel are running along one of the most popular fishing piers in Florida.
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8 steps to start running safely
Heidi Dawson Sports & FitnessThis is the time of year when many people decide to take up running. The weather is starting to improve, and many are inspired by watching ordinary people take on the massive challenge of one of the big spring marathons. I have to admit that watching some of the London Marathon on Sunday made me once again think "I should do that one year."
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Living large in tiny houses
Dave G. Houser Waste Management & EnvironmentalTiny houses have been making big news in recent years, with TV coverage on networks like CNN, HGTV and FYI, articles in House Beautiful, Country Living, Mother Earth News and BusinessWeek, and countless appearances on YouTube, Pinterest and other social media forums.
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Guns at work: Do you know the laws and policies?
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementTrue or false: Only law enforcement and some security guards are allowed to bring weapons to work. It must be true, right? Could you imagine if just anyone could bring a gun to work? But what about our constitutional right to bear arms? If an employee has a legitimate permit, isn't it lawful for her to carry her weapon?
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O Canada: Relaxing in the wilderness
Steve and Diane Owens Recreation & LeisureLeaving Fort Nelson after the first leg of our journey, the Alaska Highway (known as the Alcan) veers west and twists and turns through the northern Canadian Rockies for the next 200 miles toward Steamboat. The landscape is densely forested with many magnificent vistas, where mighty rivers run rapid and disappear into the wilderness.
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Lessons learned from Rangemaster Tactical Conference
Eric Lamberson Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityTom Givens and Rangemaster hosted their annual Tactical Conference from March 11-13 at the Memphis Police Firearms Training Unit facility in Tennessee. Although there were police and some military in attendance, most attendees were law-abiding citizens exercising their uniquely American rights to assemble, exercise free speech and to keep and carry guns to defend themselves and those under their protection.
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