You probably remember Richard Reid, a British born man who trained with al-Qaeda in Afghanistan and was later given three life sentences in federal prison, plus 110 years, with no possibility of parole. On December 22nd, 2001, Reid boarded an American Airlines flight from Paris to Miami with explosives packed into his shoes, which he …

In this week’s mailbag… I’ll discuss the strength of the NOC Knife… Travelling with your tactical pen… What would happen if martial law is declared… My perspective on security locks that connect to Wi-Fi. Let’s dive in… In regards to the NOC Knife, would you be able to tell us how sharp it is? -Henry …

Unfortunately, attacks happen all the time, most often when you are least expecting it. People want to feel safe, and they REALLY want to keep their families safe. It’s a scary thought, but taking charge and being prepared to fight off attackers is so much better than being afraid for your life… or your spouse …

I love books. In fact, I have a library of over 3,000 books. Perhaps a couple dozen of them are fiction, the rest not. They range in topic to include most everything – military history, psychology, medicine, theology, business, music, art, science, counseling, finance, you name it. I’m sure you’ve long heard and believe that …

In this week’s Must-Read articles… You’ll learn about a pacemaker that may help treat neurological disorders… The art of concealed carry and situational awareness… The best survival gloves you should get… Why you shouldn’t rake your leaves… And how to survive a car crash. Let’s dive in… Wireless Pacemaker for the Brain Read up on …

The CIA, NSA and the DIA trained us to develop a vast array of highly specialized skills that required intense, structured training by experienced, success-proven operatives. But there are essential spy skills that we had to master that you can develop within yourself – without attending a top-secret government training facility. Moving rapidly through crowds …

In this week’s mailbag… I’ll discuss dry firing with pistols… If talking to Alexa is safe… A concern to consider when building a fire… How to attend Shot Show… What to teach your daughters for self defense… And how to remain situationally aware even in the bathroom… Let’s dive in… Are most pistols safe to dry fire? …

In 2016, a Pensacola, FL teenager allegedly shot and killed a man near the Chow Tyme buffet, however, the teenager wasn’t arrested until over two years later. In 2018, authorities arrested Marquist Alvin Vincent Page, 18, in connection to the murder of Wes Burkhalter, 47. Page was charged with second-degree murder after a lengthy investigation …

The Best Identity Theft Protection Services One Friday, Laura Shin had just arrived home from work when she received a call from a major credit card company asking her to call them back as soon as possible. Of course, Laura thought it was just a scam, but she decided to call the company back on a …

What to look out for at SHOT Show 2019 At the end of January each year, the biggest gun manufacturers in the world gather at an annual trade show in Las Vegas known as SHOT Show. This stands for Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade and it is the biggest event of its kind in world. Attendance …

How often does your cell phone ring and you see a number you don’t recognize and you just ignore it? You probably think if it’s an important call they will leave a message. Chances are that strange phone number that keeps calling you is a robocall scam. Recently, a Massachusetts woman, who declined to be …

In this week’s Must-Read articles you will see how the CIA trains agents to blend in, how China’s hacking is on the rise, teaching your child self-defense, what mistakes to avoid when purchasing land and how apps are tracking you even after you uninstall them. Let’s dive in… How the CIA Trains Agents to Blend …

3 Ways to Keep Hackers Out of Your House These days, a majority of electronic devices you purchase for your home, from TV’s to baby monitors, come with the ability to connect to the Internet so you can control them from your smartphone or tablet. In 2017 alone, worldwide sales of baby monitors reached almost …

It was a Sunday night when George Grier went to his car only to find 5 gang members of the dreaded “MS13” in front of his house, allegedly ready to invade his Uniondale, NY home. He quickly ran into his home, told his wife to call the police, and grabbed a legally-owned AK-47 to confront …

In this week’s Must-Read articles you will learn ways you can overcome personal tragedy, how to prevent the spreading of germs, how you can use your watch for a compass, ways to avoid and treat hypothermia and frostbite, and also, how to create home heat when your electricity is out. Let’s dive in… 7 Ways …

Most people are familiar with the name Robert Hanssen, a man who was an FBI agent, and one of the most devastating traitors in American History. Not too long ago, new information revealed the source that finally exposed Hanssen and provided the FBI with the evidence to arrest him for espionage. In 1979, only three …

In talking with convicted home invaders and burglars, studies show that they fear two animals over everything else… The first is dogs. A Doberman, Rottweiler or German Shepherd are great guard dogs and will give any home invader a fight for his life… but their large size can also make them more difficult to handle …

Last year, Gary Gross and his family were sound asleep at 3:15 A.M. when they were startled awake by noises in their home. The family, who lives in Columbia Township, Ohio, heard intruders inside their home on a Saturday morning when Gary grabbed a hammer and confronted the men. A struggle between Gary and the …

In this week’s mailbag I’ll discuss rifle options, air pistols, self-defense for children, frangible ammunition, wellness checks and more. Let’s dive in… I’m surprised you didn’t mention a .22 caliber rifle. I used to have a Beeman .177/.22 switchable. The .22 worked so well, I never switched them out.  –Ken G Answer: .22 caliber rifles are great …

My reasons for why a machete is better than an AR-15 are explained in this “combat machete” training video…  But to sum it up, here are just a few reasons: Proven Lethality – It’s been estimated that about 600,000 people were killed with machetes during the genocidal Rwandan war in the 1990s. Essentially, the machete …

The M-16 (essentially the same as your civilian AR-15) saw its first days in service during Vietnam. The design of the AR-15 was unlike any other rifle ever issued, so American GI’s had to quickly learn what worked and what didn’t in real combat. It was a proving ground of sorts, and the first issued …

The military understands this one fact when it comes to surviving on the battlefield… … an out of shape soldier is a dead soldier! In order to survive life-or-death combat, your body must be up to the task. That’s why the military places so much emphasis on a total health & fitness program like the …

In this week’s Must-Read articles you will discover important things to consider in case of a winter power outage, how you can clear your home in case of an intruder, learn about a potentially more effective reality drivers ed course, how to effectively layer clothes to keep warm and a breakdown of the strengths and …

A recent report revealed one of the most troubling examples of Chinese espionage targeting the U.S., or more specifically, U.S. companies. It all begin to unravel when Amazon starting looking into acquiring a company called Elemental Technologies. This company was suppose to help Amazon expand its video streaming service known as Amazon Prime Video. While …