A fellow once told me that when he hears the term “elder abuse,” he thinks of scams that only happen to lonely, memory losing, old ladies who get taken by charming strangers. But, that is completely wrong. In fact, approximately 1 in 10 Americans aged 60+ have experienced some form of elder abuse. Some estimates …
In this week’s Must-Read articles we cover… Harmful preparedness myths and theories you need to avoid… How the universal edibility test can save your life… What to know about observation in tracking… The #1 most neglected survival prep and what to do about it… And just how strong paracord really is. Let’s dive in… Harmful …
Everywhere you turn, these days, you see tactical pens. These are large, metal, often very pointy and knurled pens that are intended to pass as “everyday carry” items… …when in fact they are impact weapons. Now, most people, even those at security checkpoints, will know what these are for. Some are more aggressive than others. …
In this week’s mailbag we cover… Whether or not to ‘save’ your password… If border patrol can search your electronic devices… What to do if your social security number is stolen… My suggestion on battery powered lanterns… Placing a tracking device on your gun… And how phones track you even when GPS is turned off. …
Jeffrey Lash claimed he was a spy, a post-9/11 special operative, and that he lived in the celebrity neighborhood of Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles where the average home price is $2.7 million. But one day, police found Lash dead in his car, with $5 million worth of guns in his Palisades home. Suddenly, all …
In this week’s Must-Read articles we cover… What to learn about having a wood burning stove… How to protect yourself from 5G… Lessons you can learn from the homeless… Questions you need to ask before buying a generator… And what the biggest killers are in the United States and how you can avoid them. Let’s …
Frank G. was visiting a Waffle House in Georgia when another man walked into the restaurant and pointed a gun at the workers in an attempted robbery. The attempted robber showed up at the Waffle House on Highway 61 in Villa Rica, Georgia, around 12:30 a.m. That’s when Frank, who was eating at the restaurant, …
In this week’s mailbag we cover… How to dispose of ammunition… Suggestions on Sig Sauer models for concealed carry… Which handgun safes I use… Why Glocks are not natural pointing guns… How to break a window submerged in water… And what to do to keep your data secure. Let’s dive in… I was recently given …
“Not today!” Those are the words that Kelly Herron screamed as her “battle cry” when she was attacked without warning. The homeless sex offender who dragged her to the floor of the bathroom beat her bloody as he tried to rape her. But Kelly Herron wasn’t finished — not by a long shot! And while her attack …
In this week’s must read articles, we cover… The ultimate guide to rifle ammo… How thick ice needs to be to walk on it… How you may be unknowingly inviting thieves… How to weatherproof your rifle… And why you should always have cash hidden. Let’s dive in! The Ultimate Guide to Rifle Ammunition Take a …
An Oklahoma mother’s routine grocery trip turned into a terrifying ordeal after one of her girls was taken hostage in a deadly standoff. Alicia K. was shopping at her local Wal-Mart when she turned her back to grab an item, unaware as a complete stranger walked up to her cart and picked up her 2-year-old …
Shock is simply the body’s inability to meet its metabolic demands. In plain English, it is the lack of blood flow to important organs limiting the delivery of oxygen, fuel, and nutrients. If not reversed, death occurs. Though all shock does limit blood flow and causes low blood pressure, there are five different forms of …
In this week’s Must-Read articles we cover… Diversion safes for your home security… Understanding lethal force vs stopping power… How to make sure you never shoot yourself… How and why you need an estate preparedness portfolio… And how to get out of a headlock. Let’s dive in! 15 Diversion Safes to Welcome Burglars With What …
Peter K. lived a life of incredible luxury and extraordinary leisure. He owned a $290,000 Aston Martin. He collected gold-plated watches worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. In other words, for Peter, money was never an issue. The son of a furniture magnate, Peter is believed to have never worked a day in his life. …
I’ve heard it said that there are only two conditions under which most people will make a decision. The first case is when they are totally convinced that they have all of the available information and have received everybody’s input. The second case is when the individual has no idea about any of it and …
In this week’s Must-Read articles we cover… Understanding open carry for knives and more… How to take a layered approach to self-defense… Talking down a potentially violent situation… Developing your survival mindset… And how to use airsoft for training. Let’s dive in… What is Open Carry for Knives? Check out this article breaking down the …
From 1974 to 1986, an evil man dubbed the Golden State Killer committed at least 13 murders, raped more than 50 women and carried out over 100 burglaries. He is believed to be responsible for at least three crime sprees throughout California, each of which spawned a different nickname in the press, before it became …
In this week’s mailbag we cover… Knives made of fabricated carbon… Whether or not dry fire practice wears down the firing pin… The minimum amount of ammo you should have on hand… The safest place to sit in a restaurant… Protective measures when you are alone at night… And how long it takes to get …
London’s Metropolitan Police identified the man and woman killed in a terrorist attack near London Bridge in the central part of the city. Jack Merritt, 25, and Saskia Jones, 23 were both participating in the University of Cambridge’s Learning Together prisoner education event, where Usman Khan launched his fatal stabbing attack. Merritt was a course …
In this week’s Must-Read articles we cover… Understanding the basics of suturing… What you need to know about handgun safeties… Ham radio emergency frequencies to have on hand… How moving will keep you alive… And your guide to surviving landslides. Let’s dive in… The Basics of Suturing Some of the worst accidents happen when you …
NOTHING about this gunfight was “textbook”… It first seemed like just another normal “Can you please keep it down?” domestic call on a drunken homeowner. But talking with the man in his hallway, the officer wasn’t getting the response he expected, and things began to heat up. In one bone-jarring crunch, the officer suddenly found himself being …
In this week’s mailbag we cover… If you should use a stun gun on a harassing dog… How to handle an emergency in a high-rise… Escaping duct tape if your hands are tied in the back… Problems with a finger print safe… My take on the 38 revolver… And how Spy Week is available to …
Hewlett-Packard was founded in a one-car garage in San Mateo, CA by Bill Hewlett and David Packard, where they first produced a line of electronic test equipment. From 2007 to 2013, HP was the world’s leading PC manufacturer. However, in 2005, Hewlett-Packard was roiled by corporate infighting and management concerns that a board member was …
In this week’s Must-Read articles we cover… Uses for 55-gallon drums… The biggest mistakes you can make in a blackout… 7 of the best survival socks out there… The 5 tactical tips you need in your life… And they myths and truths of making a fist. Let’s dive in… 35 Uses for Metal 55-Gallon Drums …