This week’s selection of articles strikes a pretty even balance between technological threats and the perils of Mother Nature. It just goes to show that in this day and age, you need to be prepared for anything.

I bet many of you have considered building some type of survival shelter to keep your family safe in an emergency. And while this may seem crazy, it’s actually not as difficult as most people think.

I received some great questions this week, a few of which address topics we haven’t yet covered in depth. Let’s dive in.

Burglars typically select homes that look like easy targets. For some added security, check out these three unusual devices that will make your home seem less inviting to criminals.

This week’s batch of articles includes an excellent piece on the virtue of willpower. I believe a survival mindset is something anyone can cultivate — truly anyone. If you don’t believe me, take a look.

Today, I’d like to quickly cover some creative ways you can carry your tactical pen on your person. Let’s take a look.

In addition to tackling questions about bump keys, smokeless fires and survival keychains, I’ve also included some reader feedback on whether or not convicted felons should be allowed to own firearms. Let’s keep the conversation going!

In an emergency situation, two of the most important things you will need to provide for yourself are food and water. Good thing there is one survival tool that can help you with both — a survival stove.

At the end of the day, ensuring your survival is up to you. Study this week’s articles to learn more ways you can easily and efficiently integrate prepping into your everyday life.

This week, Cade Courtley takes the reins, answering your questions from a Navy SEAL’s perspective. Check it out.

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is one of the busiest airports in the world — it basically operates as its own city. Let’s take a look at how this airport gathers intelligence to keep its millions of travelers safe.

This week’s dose of must-read articles discusses Trump’s rocky relationship with the Intelligence Community… a wet warning on the importance of emergency prep… how to ensure your TV isn’t keeping tabs on you… and more.

I admit it: I’m a gear junkie. And as my wife will tell you, it’s one of the few areas of my life I keep highly organized. Because you can have the best gear in the world, but if you can’t access it quickly enough, it won’t do you any good.

This week’s drop is a bit of a mixed bag. I’ll show you an email scam to avoid, address concerns over sentient appliances, clear up some cybersecurity confusion and introduce a special guest who will be joining us for next week’s mailbag.

I’m a staunch supporter of the Second Amendment, however, I also believe in keeping guns out of “bad guys’” hands. So should a convicted felon have the right to bear arms? Let’s discuss. ​

With the ever-growing usage of interconnected wireless devices, we’re giving hackers more and more ways to disrupt our everyday lives. And now there’s a way for hackers to disrupt your life — literally.

Today, I review six tips on how to handle a stalker. Although women are more likely to be victimized by stalking, it can happen to anyone. So take notes and share this information with the people you love. It just might save their lives.

The questions just keep pouring in. This week’s drop covers advice for knife users, how to generate your own power, ammo recommendations and more.

A number of communities across the country have noticed an uptick in residential burglaries. Is yours one of them? Here are three ways you can find out what’s going on in your neighborhood.

The media firestorm this week centers on President Trump’s immigration ban. And since my goal is to provide you with information to better protect yourself and your loved ones, I hope you’ll take a close look at the first of this week’s must-read articles.

After an ominous tweet threatening to send the Feds to Chicago, many people have started to wonder if our capricious commander in chief is seriously considering implementing martial law. In the event he does, here’s how you need to prepare.

To get to as many of your inquiries as possible, this week’s mailbag will be more like a lightning round. Quick questions, quick answers — including why I can’t in good conscience stay out of politics.

It’s one of the biggest threats we will face in the near future, and we as a nation are woefully unprepared. But here’s how you can prepare for when the power goes out.

What if I told you a thief could easily steal your credit card information without ever obtaining the card itself? It’s true — and there’s almost nothing you can do to prevent it. Almost.