We’ve been getting tetanus shots since we were kids. Now it’s just sort of a reflex that every time we go to the Emergency Room or to our personal physician, we’re asked whether or not our tetanus status is up to date. What’s the big deal anyway? No one’s ever died of tetanus. Have they? …

In this week’s Must-Read articles will introduce communication plans, the strength of digital forensics, why it’s important to think like a criminal, the newest tactical handgun, and some additional tips on how to protect your home. Let’s dive in… Do You Have a Family Communications Plan? When you go out of town, often you may …

One of the most famous gunfights of the 20th century, occurred on April 11th, 1986 in Miami-Dade County, Florida. On this day, 14 FBI agents met in the morning at a local Home Depot to plan their search for a stolen vehicle that was believed to be driven by two suspects who had carried out …

In this week’s mailbag I’ll discuss a variety of handgun topics such as where to find them for purchase, along with which caliber I recommend, how to handle when the gun jams, window protection and much, much more. Let’s dive in…   Where can these handguns you recommend be bought? – Linda F Answer: You can …

In 2001, a potato farmer named Ron decided he wanted to build a storm shelter for his Canton, Texas home. Ron and his wife had recently retired and were living in a mobile home on their property with a barn and other out buildings. Since they lived in an area prone to tornados, the couple …

I know you’ve seen it in secret agent films… Good guy walks up behind sentry and strikes the handle on the back of the neck for an instant knockout before entering the secret lair to save the world. Ok, you know this is fantasy – but the fact is, there may be a time when …

In this week’s Must-Read articles you will discover how to maneuver your vehicle in a snow storm, be introduced to a non-lethal self-defense option, learn about a new smartphone feature, how and why to have an emergency fund, and see what you need to know about intelligence analysis. Let’s dive in… How to Maneuver a …

If you own a handgun for personal and home defense, then hopefully you’re adding in “point shooting” tactical drills into your training. This style of training will absolutely save your life in a real “close quarters” gunfight. But did you know that you can use this same type of tactical shooting method with an assault …

Can you make your book available to us folks who do not live in the US? – Mark L Answer: Both of my books can be purchased from major retailers such as Amazon or Barnes & Noble in electronic format as well as paperback. Here are the links for each of the books on Amazon, …

One evening, Grayson H. and five of his friends decided they wanted to go catch a 7:00 movie at the Central Mall in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The mall was overly crowded so they parked about 100 yards from the door and walked to the ticket counter. Before the movie started, the group decided to go …

Many of our readers recall the Fifties and Sixties very well. It was a tumultuous time in our country’s history. The Vietnam War, college campus protests, racial tensions and political assassinations dominated the news. But the thing that really had Americans living on edge was the Cold War. Threats of a nuclear attack against us …

In this week’s Must-Read articles see that government surveillance is on the rise, the top 5 knots everyone should know, how to make the most of autumn leaves, what to do in the first ten seconds with an active shooter and how to build a snare. Let’s dive in… Government Surveillance of Cell Users It …

Do you have a survival bracelet? If your answer is “no?” Or, “What’s a survival bracelet, Caleb?!?!?” … Then pay close attention. Because I’m going to show you what it is, why you need one, and best of all — how to make one for pennies on the dollar. Put simply, a survival cord bracelet …

In regards to the question you had concerning Emtek locks. I used to be employed as a locksmith and, Emtek is just a knock-off of Kwikset locks. No better, no worse. Builders are installing them, instead of better brands like Schlage, simply because of better bulk prices. When a builder installs a brand of lock …

You’re walking down the street when, without warning, you’re jumped. You don’t know why or by who, but suddenly there’s a guy on top of you, punching away… and he might not be alone. Unable to get to your concealed handgun on your back hip, you reach across your body, under your jacket… and suddenly …

Last year, an Orem, Utah man heard a strange noise outside his bathroom window and immediately went outside to investigate. The homeowner was shocked to see a drone hovering outside his window. Once the drone started to fly away, the man followed it until it landed in a nearby parking lot, at which point, he …

Did you know that 30% of Americans believe that we’re headed toward another “Civil War”? This is from a poll of average U.S. citizens who are seeing the news and realizing that we’re more divided as a country than we have been since the “original” Civil War. In any case, you and I both know …

In today’s Top 5 you can read up on which items to keep on you every day, tips for choosing the best boot knife, how to avoid or survive a carjacking, a great remedy to fight the common cold and ways you can protect yourself against identity theft. Let’s dive in… How to Up Your …

Over the last few years, many Americans have dealt with flood conditions in their homes, whether from prolonged rain in an area or a burst dam or a hurricane hitting landfall near them. Even if you only consider the hurricanes, you have to remember that they have hit the southeastern United States, which traditionally has …

The day is coming when you’re going to have to cook without electricity. You might as well face it because it’s inevitable. We all know our country’s electrical grids are fragile and vulnerable. If extreme weather or a massive solar flare doesn’t fry one or more of our three grids, a physical or cyber-attack from …

On July 11th, 2018, two men in Las Vegas shot and killed Thomas Romero, who died as a result of multiple gun shots in his chest while he was at a car wash. While investigating this crime scene, Las Vegas PD spotted a black SUV matching the description of the vehicle being driven by the …

One of the scariest aspects of a post-disaster scenario is the lack of medical care we may be able to access. Clinics and hospitals might not be functional if the electrical grid goes down, and even if they are, they will be short staffed and overloaded with patients. If we’re suddenly cast into crisis mode, …

In this week’s Must-Read articles you will learn how to make your home impenetrable during a power outage, what survival skills to teach your children, 5 principles for better navigation, the peaks and pitfalls of situational awareness and learn what small things may be causing big problems. Let’s dive in… Make Your Home Impenetrable Even …

Who ever said spies don’t know how to party? The largest, global Spy-mixer of the year is happening in New York City. I have had the glorious privilege of attending and participating at these gatherings and I can tell you first hand that they are incredibly well attended by men and women who specialize in …