Black Bag Confidential

This week’s questions run the gamut from the best self-defense course for kids to my No. 1 shotgun recommendation to practical home security measures for apartment dwellers — and more.

Tens of thousands of boats go under every year. So before you decide to cast off, there are several things you should do to ensure your safety and increase your chances of surviving a nautical emergency.

The FBI has noticed a troubling trend with Russian diplomats. What exactly are the up to? The answer may surprise you…

Modern cellphones are incredible communication tools. But sometimes, there are situations where a more low-tech device will serve you better. This simple device is a perfect example.

This week’s batch of must-read articles covers a variety of threats, from hacking to school shootings to peaceful protests turned violent. The way the world is now, you’ve got to be prepared for all of the above — and more. Because you never know what will happen…

One of the frequent criticisms of revolvers is that they’re obsolete. Well, Caleb Lee, founder of Prepared Gun Owners, has something to say about that. Check out this article and see if it doesn’t make you want to go out and get a six-shooter of your own.

This week, special operations physician Omar Hamada answers your survival medicine questions. Hopefully, you will learn a thing or two that might save your life — or the life of a loved one — by giving you time to get to a proper medical facility.

If North Korea (or any of our enemies) successfully takes down our power grid, there will be a number of daily activities we will need to adapt to our powerless state. Check out this great article from our friends over at 4Patriots that runs down five alternative ways to cook without electricity.

Unfortunately, older buildings often lack proper fire safety features. So today, I want to give you five fire safety rules to consider if you live, work or ever visit a high-rise building.

There’s a reason for the old adage “If you scratch my back, I’ll scratch yours.” And when you deal in secrets, you often have to give to get. Today, Thomas Lavin discusses how to integrate this attitude into your own life to great benefit.