Today’s article is going to be a little different than most. Ryan Cole is always on the lookout for unorthodox ways to make money. And today, he’s got a unique opportunity for all you travelers out there. ​

What could be more American than spending this Fourth of July shooting guns and cooking out? Well… that’s exactly what I’ve been doing. So today, let’s talk about guns and grills.

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…

Now that summer is in full swing, you need to be prepared with water everywhere you go so you can stay adequately hydrated. So here are a few tips to make sure you always have cool, refreshing water within arm’s reach.

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.

With all the importance placed on emergency preparedness, one aspect of prepping that isn’t addressed enough is that there’s more than one way to do it. So today’s batch of must-read articles discuss prepping considerations specific to certain groups, including pet owners and students.

Most people purposefully choose a secluded area for their bug-out location so they won’t have to contend with outsiders. So today, I want to share with you five ways to help keep your bug-out location secure when you are not using it.

It’s important to plan several escape routes in the event you need to bug out or there’s a sudden evacuation and one of your routes is blocked. Today, Jeff Anderson reviews three alternatives to keep in mind if local roads are gridlocked or impassable.

It’s no secret I’m not a fan of using social media. But if you don’t want to deactivate your accounts, at least take a look at this week’s first reader question for some social media safety tips you should start implementing today.

Today, Cade Courtley discusses the advantages of having a quality night vision device, including five factors you should consider when selecting one as well as Cade’s top four recommendations for civilian use.

Imagine that you’re in a survival situation and your bug-out bag is so heavy you can’t keep up. Well, here are some items I recommend removing to lighten your load so you can actually bug out when you need to.

Finance and lifestyle guru James Altucher has a lot to say on the issue of cybersecurity — and for good reason. Cyber threats are ever growing, and most Americans are walking around completely unprotected. ​

This week’s articles cover the likelihood of a widespread blackout occurring here in the U.S. and what you can do to prepare. You’ll also read about an inspiring act of canine bravery, tips for surviving a terrorist vehicle attack and more.

Early on a Tuesday morning in the middle of May, a family of four in Novi, Michigan, watched their home burn. It’s terrifying to think about, but this could happen to anyone. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to reduce the potential for a fire to destroy your home. Here are my top five.

Caleb Lee shows you how to tell if a gun is loaded — even when someone is pointing it in your face. If you’re ever caught up in an armed robbery or a home invasion, this information could save your life.​

Is it legal for a convicted felon to carry a NOC Knife? Exactly many bug-out bags should you keep in your vehicle? What’s the best method of nonlethal self-defense? This week’s mailbag covers all this and more…