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Huge Computer Glitch Crashes Systems from Airlines to Banks

A recent computer glitch disrupted air travel, banking, hospitals, and more. Consider this a dry run because a real cyber war would be worse

My Pursuit of .22LR Ammo Over the Years

I was going to order 500 CCI subsonic .22 rounds, but the cost of shipping was so high it increased my total cost by...

Vegetables, Critters and Bees on the Homestead

The garden is flourishing, the bees are piling up the honey, and an assortment of young critters is trying to make our homestead their home.

Fallout from the Trump Assassination Attempt

Much has already been said about the attempted assassination of President Trump. Pete reacts to some of the commentary.

The Prepper Economy is Thriving

About 7 percent of U.S. households now identify as preppers, but are they prepping themselves or letting someone else do it for them?

Making Repairs and Living with Solar Power

We learn some of the challenges of living with solar power, especially in a house that is not optimized to minimize consumption.

Our Solar Installation Concludes, But Problems Persist

Our solar power installation concludes, but it doesn't go to plan. We're operating on solar, but we don't have any air conditioning.

Houston Floods Again as Hurricane Beryl Hits Texas

Hurricane Beryl plowed into Texas early Monday morning, causing more flooding in and around Houston plus millions of people without power.

Rising Debt Forces Higher Taxes, Cuts to Social Programs

All around the world, people are protesting in the streets because of rising prices and cuts to services. Here are warning signs to watch out for.

Inflation, Savings and Retirement for Preppers

Can you save for retirement while prepping? Are your preps investments? What about inflation? Pete looks at these questions.