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Eroding trust. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay.

It’s Getting so you can’t Trust our Institutions

Trust is one of those things that keeps our society running smoothly, yet it is disappearing as we lose faith in our politicians and institutions.
A view of Shanghai from the distance

The Pop Heard ‘Round the World: China’s Bubble Bursts

Capitalism practiced by communists has lead to the expected default of Evergrande, one of China's largest companies that makes up 2 percent of its GDP.
It's always nice to get paid in cash. Photo by Igal Ness on Unsplash.

Pay me in Cash: How to Survive Without a Paycheck

Apparently 30 million working-age men are managing to survive without a paycheck. Here's how they do it and what you can learn from them.
Dried goods for your prepper pantry. Photo by Aaron Doucett on Unsplash.

Ten Foods Every Prepper Should Have in Their Pantry

Need to know where to start on your food preps without spending a ton of money or getting ripped off? This list is a great starting point.
My NiteCore HC90 headlamp.

Why Every Prepper Should have a Headlamp (or Three)

Flashlights are handy, and I carry one as part of my EDC, but headlamps allow you to go hand-free which is important when you have chores to do in the dark.
A submarine at sea. Image by David Mark from Pixabay.

Why the Submarine Deal is a Game Changer in Pacific

Australia takes an important step to remind China that it is will not lie down and be bullied as naval power in the Pacific rises to prominence again.

Prepper News Update for September 17

Cold Winter Predicted for most of U.S., Canada The 2022 Old Farmer’s Almanac’s editor says “This coming winter could well be one of the longest...
Spaghetti was available for 79 cents per pound at Sam's Club on September 15, 2021

Prices Rise but Some Bargains Remain at Sam’s Club

The prices of meat is rising from visit to visit, but there are still some good buys to be had for the prepper at Sam's Club.
The needle in the red means the electric fence isn't working.

How to Screw Up Your Electric Fence Build

I've never installed an electric fence before, and it showed. Sometimes watching YouTube can't replace trial and error.

Prepper News Update for September 14

Food prices, energy prices, even producer prices are increasing. We're in for some ugly economic times ahead.