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What You can do if this is the Year of the...

Many are predicting a stock market collapse, a housing collapse, maybe the death of the petrodollar. What can you do to prepare?
A Ukrainian building destroyed by Russian attacks.

Ukraine War Poised to Escalate

It appears Russia is working its way towards launching another major offensive, possibly attacking Ukraine from two or three directions at once.
Man with gas mask and gun in a wasteland

Some People can’t Wait for the End of the World

What kind of prepper are you? Are you looking forward to the end of the world? Do you see it as a challenge or a threat?
Several varieties of rice are back in stock at Sam's Club, with prices from $11 to $17 per 25-pound bag.

Except for Eggs, Sam’s Club Shelves are Full

Is the threat of cooking oil and grain shortages caused by the war in Ukraine behind us. or yet to come? Because shelves were full.
An armed citizen shoots an armed robber.

Tacos and Armed Robbery: Is the Shooter a Hero?

Pete weighs in on the Houston taqueria shooting in which an armed diner shot an armed robber in the back eight times and then one in the head.
An array of spices. Photo by Marion Botella on Unsplash.

Don’t forget to Spice up your Prepper Pantry

If you have buckets of rice and bean and other staples in your prepping supplies, make sure you are storing spices to add some flavor.
pistol brace

Revised Pistol Brace Regulation Means we Face a Choice

The ATF's new regulations on pistol braces have upset many people. But it leaves owners in a quandary. Should we comply, and if so, how?
Chickens pecking at some scratch in their chicken run.

Bird Flu, Egg Prices and the Future

With the price of eggs and other staples soaring in the grocery store, consider raising your own food before you miss your chance.
Lawyers discussing documents.

Crime, Punishment, and Classified Documents

Both Trump and Biden mishandled secret documents, but how the cases are being handled is another example of what is wrong with the country.
Hospital overcrowding is being blamed on COVID cases

Hospital Delays, Overcrowding May Persist for Years

Hospital overcrowding and lengthy wait times are being blamed on the rise of COVID cases, but is that really the cause?