Does anyone really feel safe anymore? It seems like every day on the news there’s a new threat to worry about… Luckily, I know a secret technique used by covert operatives the world over. Today, I’m ready to show you what it is to give you a little peace of mind in this crazy world.

Smart utilities are on the rise, giving hackers access to your most private sanctuary: your home. Here’s why you should opt out of any energy-monitoring programs… no matter how much money you could save.

You are watching the news and you see a gunman indiscriminately shooting at people in a crowd… You come upon a car crash as a police officer risks their life to pull the driver out of the flame-engulfed automobile… You are stopped one evening while walking to your car by a large man demanding your wallet or purse… What would you do?

The holiday season is right around the corner, which means many people are busy confirming their travel plans to visit friends and family members near and far. The first few questions from this week’s batch of reader mail bring up several ways to stay safe when traveling by plane. Then we dive into several other issues… check it out.

I know a lot of people are feeling helpless right about now, but one thing you can ALWAYS do is exercise good situational awareness — and keep in mind Jeff Anderson’s four recommendations here.

There are moments in everyone’s life that they will never forget. This article is about one of my top 10.

Wildfires threaten lives, destroy property, compromise the local ecology and affect the air quality for miles around. Check out the following article from our friends over at 4Patriots. It addresses the hazy issue surrounding wildfires and offers an easy solution to improve the air in your home. ​

Previously, we ran this article in three parts, but after the horrific events in Las Vegas on Sunday night, I want to make sure each and every one of you has access to this information in one place so you’ll be as prepared as you can be for next time. Because there will be a next time.

Many people in Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico have lost most if not all of their personal belongings. Considering the number of gun owners who experienced flooding in these areas, it leads to the following question: Can ammunition that has been submerged in water still be used?

Lately, I’ve received a couple of questions about the SurvFilter. So I decided to kick off this week’s mailbag with some useful information to ensure you’re using your device properly. Take a look.

Check out this segment from the Rachael Ray show where I give some simple suggestions that will make you less of a target for criminals as you go about your everyday life.

Today, we’ll discuss why you can’t drink floodwater, plus a few solutions you can implement if you absolutely have to — including a critical piece of gear you must own.

Between hurricanes in the east and wildfires in the west, there’s a clear case for the need to be ready for anything. Yet still — very few people are. The following piece from our friends over at 4Patriots runs down a number of ways you can be more independent. Check it out.

This week’s batch of must-read articles covers a wide range of topics and plenty of valuable advice — from unusual uses for soap to home security measures that will also protect you from Mother Nature and more in between.

Whether it’s hurricanes, tornados or wildfires — we are being inundated with devastating natural disasters. Even though timing and trajectories can be predicted for many of these disastrous events (or you may live in an area that won’t be affected), there is one deadly force that does not discriminate its victims.

The reality is you can never be careless when you start a fire in the wild. Even in a survival situation, you need to consider the ramifications of starting a fire you might not be able to keep under control. Here are five important considerations you MUST remember when picking a safe spot to build a fire.

This week, I received several reader questions about free services or no-cost DIY tricks to protect your wealth and privacy. Now, I’m all for saving money where I can, but sometimes it’s worth it to pay for quality.

It’s important that you establish a communication plan with your family BEFORE a disaster so when the time comes, everyone knows exactly what to do to stay in contact. This piece from Modern Combat & Survival runs down seven communication strategies most people don’t know.

The Equifax hack isn’t the only major breach to have been exposed this month. Although it affected significantly fewer people, the hack I’m going to tell you about today is potentially far more damaging.

Take a look at this piece from our friends over at 4Patriots. In it, Robert Boyd discusses the potential effects of an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) blast — and reveals one critical way to prepare.

This week’s roundup of must-read articles includes the No. 1 item every bug-out bag should contain (but probably doesn’t), five survival items you should never skimp on and an offer for a lifesaving bundle of SEAL-approved tools. But first up is a great piece from a first responder on important lessons learned after Hurricane Harvey.

The bottom line is there are now three sure things in life: death, taxes and getting hacked. But I’m not sweating it. Here’s why.

Plowing a large vehicle into a dense crowd of innocents is the latest method of destruction used by terrorists — and it’s becoming increasingly common. If 10 tons of truck is headed your way, here’s what to do.

Another week… another batch of reader mail… another great set of questions. Read on below to find out how to prevent car break-ins, where to get ammo on the cheap, the truth behind a common battery storage myth — and more.