The latest index of world food prices was released by the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) on April 8th. …
After buying Twitter, can Elon Musk save free speech?
By Robert Romano “Free speech is the bedrock of a functioning democracy, and Twitter is the digital town square where matters …
Elon Musk is the Hero Liberals Love to Hate
By any reasoned measure, Elon Musk should be a liberal icon. Among other accomplishments, he single-handedly moved electric vehicles from …
Crazy State Wants to Regulate Your Bacon. Here’s Why the Supreme Court Should Save It.
Imagine that a friend of yours wants to lose 10 pounds. You might advise your friend to diet, avoid unhealthy …
357 sig vs 9mm: The Answer to a Question that Was Never Asked
For several reasons, the 357 SIG vs 9mm debate is not often thought of, even though the 357 SIG has …
So, how long will this high inflation last?
By Robert Romano 30-year mortgage interest rates shot up to 5 percent on April 14 according to the latest data complied by …
AMMO: 223 vs 556: Understanding the Nuances of the Two Cartridges
For $20 off your next ammo purchase, go to https://ammo.com/youtube (a special deal for our viewers)! Many shooters will assert …
The Rise of Atheism, Wicca, and Humanism in the Public Arena
Just as “communism” no longer is seen in a negative light by many younger Americans, “atheism” no longer carries with …
After Covid, it’s time for restaurants to sink or swim without more bailouts from Congress
By Robert Romano This week, the House of Representatives will be considering legislation to reauthorize the Restaurant Revitalization fund, which would be …
What’s Really Happening at the Southern Border?
On his first day in office in January 2021, President Joe Biden ended many of his predecessor’s policies to manage …
Gun Control Humor
by Dan Mitchell I shared four editions of gun control humor (here, here, here, and here) in 2021, but none so far this year. …
Democrats’ ‘Ghost Gun’ Apparition
Gun control measures enacted in recent decades have failed to stop mass shootings. This has baffled Democrats in much the …
Wokeness Has Replaced ‘Peace Through Strength’ As Centerpiece Of US Defense Strategy
The increased defense spending in the Biden administration’s recently released FY 2023 Budget may have upset the radical left wing …
Smell test and Alzheimer’s
One of the big obstacles facing doctors with elderly patients has been the lack of a simple test to indicate …
Did Hunter Biden Violate Law in Buying Handgun? 3 Big Questions
Hunter Biden, the president’s son, seemingly faces no legal consequences for a possible deception during a background check while buying …
Be Your Own Polygraph
Here’s a step in your body language education: how to interpret non-verbal clues to tell if someone is lying. On …
Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for everyday survival
Kelly: I’m thrilled to introduce Mike McMaken, a regular Self-Reliance Central reader and all-round good guy. Mike is a US Army …
The Savvy Survivalist’s guide to finding an attorney
Choosing an attorney can be a bewildering experience. The days of general practice lawyers who manage any and all problems …
How to pick a knife
Knives are one of mankind’s oldest tools and one of the most versatile. In this article, David Wooley shows how …
Got Mercury?
In a perfect world, fish would be a near-perfect food. It’s high in protein and full of essential nutrients and …
Heads up! These mice droppings can kill you
You probably didn’t know it but deer mice, cotton and rice rats and white-footed mice carry the potentially deadly Hantavirus. …
Emergency toilets
In extreme emergencies, sewage systems may not be functioning. During these times it may be necessary to create a temporary, …
DIY making a compost pile
Saving money on fertilizer, AND finding a use for plant waste? Sign me up! How to make a compost pile …
Bird hunting – How it’s done
Our friend Scott Singleton wrote this great guide to bird hunting for us: “As an avid outdoorsman, I am always …
DIY: How to butcher a deer
Why pay a shop to prepare your meat when you can do it yourself? There are just as many methods for …
When life gives you a lemon…
Here, Cathryn Goble will guide you through the used car game. The most important things to keep in mind when …
DIY: Cheap and easy gardening for beginners
About 80 years ago I was taken to the garden and taught how to plant onion sets. Mom’s finger made …
But Officer…
For most of us, blue flashing lights in the rearview mirror create a feeling of abject dread in the pit …
You should know this: How to spot drug users
You’re on the bus and the guy across from you has dilated eyes and can’t stop scratching his face. What …
DIY: Make a distress signal
Ground-to-air signs are used in times of distress. They are an internationally recognized emergency code that you could use anywhere …