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This week’s batch of must-read articles covers every aspect of safety and survival from cybersecurity to self-defense to emergency preparedness — starting with a natural disaster virtually no one is ready for.

This week’s selection of articles runs the gamut from avoiding online holiday shopping scams to preparing for a common deadly disaster that could strike anytime you leave the house. Let’s take a look.

Unfortunately, as victims of Hurricane Harvey return to their homes and businesses to face the daunting challenge of rebuilding their lives, there will be fresh dangers waiting for them. To avoid being duped, watch out for these three common scams.

In this edition of the Weekly Drop, you’ll discover the best multitool for people on a limited budget, whether plants are a sufficient deterrent to home invasions, alternative home defense weapons if you’ve been stripped of your right to bear arms and how to mentally prepare yourself for a life-or-death situation.

In the first of this week’s must-read articles, you’ll learn how to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft when you least expect it. Today’s roundup also discusses the White House’s new cyber policy, the practicality of drone registration and why many preppers will die when the SHTF.

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.

It’s a dangerous world out there, and I want to ensure you are able to enjoy the upcoming holidays with your loved ones. Here’s your action to take to stay safe and warm this season.

Unfortunately, IRS scams are increasing. According to the latest statistics, over $26 million was lost last year to IRS telephone scams. It’s almost impossible for U.S. law enforcement to catch these criminals. Here’s your action to take to ensure you don’t get conned.

A recent study sheds light on just how easy it is to be a scammer… and how that’s not changing anytime soon.

Greetings from Maine! Right now, I’m writing from within foghorn distance of the sea. And this gives me an opportunity to tell you a down east tale that should serve as a warning to every investor: Maine’s Great Gold Swindle. I’m not talking about central banks, or manipulation of today’s markets. I’m talking about something …