Arete 11.5.25

Currated by Rob Shaul, Founder

Military / National Security

Trump Weighs Options, and Risks, for Attacks on Venezuela, NY Times
Dick Cheney, Architect of the War on Terrorism, Dies, Foreign Policy
Front-line combat video captures special ops Black Hawk raid into Pokrovsk, Ukraine’s fiercest fight, Business Insider
Draft memo reveals potentially sweeping Pentagon acquisition reforms, Breaking Defense
The 70-year-old B-52 bomber will basically be ‘a new airplane’ once it finally gets its upgrades, Trump’s pick for nuclear command says, Business Insider
And Now, the Rest of the Air Force M18 Fatality Story, Soldier Systems
Top Marines stand in a rain storm to wish the Corps a happy birthday, Task & Purpose
Trump says there ‘could’ be US boots on the ground, airstrikes in Nigeria, Defense News
Russia Makes Steady Gains in Ukraine in October – Analysis, Moscow Times
With Military Buildup Against Venezuela, the U.S. Eyes Cuba as Well, Foreign Policy
B-21 May Move From Two Pilots To One Pilot, One WSO, Defense Daily
The US Military Is Retiring The A-10 Warthog: Here’s Why, Jalopnik
Why is Trump politicizing the military? Ask the fired generals., Washington Post
General Atomics launches Gambit 6 drone wingman for air-to-ground operations, Breaking Defense
US Troops on NATO’s Eastern Flank in Romania To Be Reduced, BBC
Army Leaders Embrace AI for Command Decisions as Pentagon Accelerates Technology Race With China, military.com
Hegseth’s acquisition reform speech: What might come – and what’s already underway., Breaking Defense
Pentagon orders ‘quick reaction force’ of 500 troops per state: Reports, Defense News
Urban Warfare Project Podcast: The Tunnels of Gaza, Modern War Institute
Why Trump Cannot Launch Ground Operation in Venezuela, Pravda Report
Venezuela’s Supersonic Anti-Ship Missiles Are a Real Threat, WarZone
German Military Chief Wants Draft Checks For All Young Men, DW
“Betrayal of Command”, Real Clear Defense
Welcome to the Western Hemisphere, Small Wars Journal
How an Airman Lied to Cover Up M18 Shooting, Air & Space Forces

First Responder / Homeland Security

Creatine for Firefighters: Just Smoke or Pure Fire?, Fire Engineering
How the FBI Lost Its Way, City Journal
FBI Warns of Criminals Posing as ICE, Urges Agents to ID Themselves, Wired
Ga. FD offers free training on hazards, explosion that killed battalion chief, Fire Rescue 1
The Joke-Cracking, Powder-Slaying Cops of Truckee, California, Powder
Jury Could Award IL Firefighter’s Widow Tens of Millions of Dollars in Death Damages, Fire Engineering
Family of Five Killed in NJ House Fire, Fire Engineering
Motorcyclist Sues Fire Department for Creating Black Ice Condition That Led to Crash, Fire Law Blog
N.Y. fire chief apologizes for how firefighters tried to rescue cat in tree, Fire Rescue 1
13 Ohio firefighters resign after new chief calls for captains to resign, Fire Rescue 1
‘Become an EMT or resign’: FDNY fire cadet grads say reclassification to EMTs led to abrupt terminations, FireRescue1
Off-duty officer crashes into fleeing motorcycle to stop suspect in killing of Calif. deputy, Police 1
Wash. police debut ‘dialogue unit’ to respond to protests, events with large crowds, Police1
Former Calif. deputy grabs officer’s gun, fatally shoots self in hospital, Police1
2 Miss. sheriffs, 12 officers charged in drug trafficking bribery scheme, Police1
More extreme wildfires are headed for New Mexico, tree stress shows, Wildfire Today
Daily workouts at many Air Force units signal major culture shift, Task & Purpose

Mountain

Skiers And Snowboarders Spent $2.5 Billion In Utah Last Winter, Unofficial Networks
Multiple Climbers Are Dead After an Avalanche Struck Near a Himalayan Base Camp in Nepal, Outside
Alaskan Officials Extend Moose Seasons in Areas Still Reeling from Devastating Typhoon, Outdoor Life
California Euthanizes Four Wolves After 70 Livestock Depredations in Six Months, Meateater
Wyoming’s Landowner Tag Cap: A Step Forward, But Not a Slam Dunk, Eastmans’
Can a Ski This Light Still Handle the Big Stuff? Black Diamond Helio Carbon 88 Skis Review, GearJunkie
Eight-Year Investigation Uncovers Wyoming Residency Tag Fraud, Eastmans’
Idaho General Tag Nonresident Draw Finalized, Eastmans’
The Silver Rule Of Skiing Technique, Unofficial Networks
What It’s Like to Ski in the No Fall Zone, Outside
How Much Does it Cost to Outfit a World Cup Skier?, SnowBrains
How I Progressed From Beginner to Climbing Guide in 3 Seasons, Climbing
Armada Skis Announces Launch of Snowboard Brand, Powder
Ford’s New F-150 Raptor Is The King Of The V8 Dinosaurs, Men’s Journal
Extra-Wide, Stable, Versatile: Never Summer Nokhu DF All-Mountain Snowboard Review, GearJunkie
This Brilliant Tinkerer Is Designing Ways to Make Solo Climbing Safer, Climbing
This Legendary Backpacking Tent Just Got Even Tougher—Meet the Hubba Hubba HD, Men’s Journal
3 Men Fell Through The Ice While Riding Snowmachines In Alaska, Wide Open Spaces
Ikon Pass Rolls Out Major App Update Ahead of 2025-26 Season, SnowBrains
What’s the Deal With Okapa’s $300 Water Bottle?, Gear Latest
The Ultimate Midlayer Upgrade: Why the Rab Quantra Pro Hoody Should Be Your Next Midlayer Jacket – Review, Climbing Gear Reviews
The Story of Recreational Equipment, Inc., Tread
Why This Ultralight Puffy Still Sets the Standard: Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Hoody Review, GearJunkie
Best Skis of the Century from Each Brand, Part 1 (Ep.364), Blister
What We Can Learn About Skiing from the French, Outside
Tips & Tricks Learned from an Ongoing Study of Elk, NRA
First Ascent of Himalayan Peak After Decade of Attempts, Gripped
Hey Mainstream Media, Other Climbers Exist Besides Alex Honnold, Climbing
Best Skis of the Century from Each Brand, Part 2 (Ep.365) Blister
American Runner Wins Ultra Gobi 400 Km, Breaks Record by Over 4 Hours: Q&A With Cody Poskin, GearJunkie
The Best Ski Boots for Women in 2025-2026, GearJunkie
Dale Bard Was the “Heavyweight Champion of the Dirtbagging World”, Climbing
Five Climbers Die in Avalanche in Alps, Gripped
What Level Backcountry Skier Are You?, Unofficial Networks
I’m a Gear Editor and These Are the 40 Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Guys, Men’s Health

Nutrition / Fitness / Health

How much protein do you really need? Use this calculator to find out, Milwaukee News
How Often to Condition Hair, According to Doctors and Stylists, Men’s Fitness
Is Waking Up to Pee Normal?, NY Times
Is Cold Plunging Good for You? (2025), GearLatest
The Best Jarred Marinara Sauce, Wirecutter
The 3 Most Overweight States in America and the Hidden Causes Behind It, Men’s Journal
The 10 Best Stretches for Your Lower Body, Outside
Effects of Foot-Strike Patterns During Running on Cumulative Load of Achilles Tendon Force, Plantar Fascia Force, and Patellofemoral Joint Stress, Journal of Sports Medicine
The Effect of The 8-Week Core Muscle Training in Swimming Time, Swimming Force and Core Muscle Activity Among Swimmers: A Randomized Controlled Trial, Journal of Sports Medicine
The 7 Best High-Protein Foods You Can Buy at Costco, According to Dietitians, Men’s Health
Sardine Fasting Might Be Going Viral, but Nutritionists Aren’t Convinced, Men’s Health