The Iranian government's internet and communications blackout is a clear sign it is struggling to control the populace.

Lessons for Preppers from the 2026 Iranian Collapse

Learn to spot the warning signs of societal collapse, from bank runs to comms blackouts, using the 2026 Iranian crisis as a blueprint.
Serving half a can of chili over a bed of white rice with a side of artisan sourdough turns a 350-calorie snack into a robust 750-calorie meal. In a long-term SHTF scenario, mastering the art of stretching your canned goods with home-grown or bulk-stored staples is the difference between starvation and stamina

Survival Math: Stretching Your Prepper Pantry After SHTF

Is a 15oz can of chili enough for survival? Discover the math of stretching rations and the hard truths of sharing food after SHTF.
Is this what New York City will look like after four or eight years of a socialist mayor?

Will New York Become the Next Venezuela?

New York’s new leadership mirrors the path of Venezuela's collapse. Learn the survival lessons of living in a socialist regime.
Ukraine continues to strike Russia energy infrastructure with a variety of weapons, including Ukrainian-built long range attack drones.

Is the Ukraine Peace Deal Dead?

Trump’s peace deal is 90% there, but the last 10% means war. Are you ready for the Gray War and other consequences?
We are walking on a knife edge, meaning things could go either way in 2026.

Pete’s 2026 Predictions: Walking the Knife Edge

War, the economy and illness. My 2026 predictions have it all, plus my personal plan for food storage, security, and incremental prepping steps.
This is the screen I see when I log into Gemini, the AI model Google offers.

Blending the Human in the Machine: My Personal AI Experiment

AI wants to write this blog, but Pete refuses to let it! Plus, tricks and tips he has learned that can help you get the most from AI.
This is what AI imagines it looks like when the Coast Guard seizes an oil tanker.

Is Seizing Tankers an Act of Piracy, of War, or Neither?

U.S. forces seize tankers near Venezuela as the Trump administration orders a 'total blockade.' Is it piracy or an act of war? Find out what it means for your preps.
The Canadian Maple Leaf is a popular and instantly recognizable coin that contains .9999 fine silver. These are one-ounce coins.

Silver Rockets Past $67 to Another Record High

Silver rockets to a record $67.10/oz as the "Debasement Trade" accelerates. Pete explains why and what this mean for preppers.
Vacuum sealing a steel gun will minimize the chances it will rust by removing the oxygen and moisture that cause rust.

Can a Food Sealer Protect More than Food?

Pete tries to vacuum seal a handgun for long-term storage and considers other products that could benefit from the process.
Church security blends in with the congregation, which they help keep safe from a planned or random attack.

When Guns Make a Difference

The December 13 shooting at Brown University and the Hanukkah attack in Australia show why gun-free zones are dangerous and you need to be armed.
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