Using air as their form work, Binishells are inherently green because they provide highly efficient building envelopes. They are also …
Duh! The private sector does a better job than the TSA
The TSA Edition of the Private Sector Does a Better Job by Dan Mitchell The Transportation Security Administration has become infamous over …
We Don’t Need a National Zoning Board
The Obama economy has been tough on America’s working families. Just recently Pew Research Center reported that in the last 15 years “the …
Six-pack beer rings that marine creatures can eat – Fantastic idea!
Most of the plastic six-pack rings end up in our oceans and pose a serious threat to wildlife. Saltwater Brewery, …
VIDEO: Best penetrating fluids and how to make your own
Learn how to make your own homemade penetrating fluid that works better than WD40, Liquid Wrench, PB Blaster, Kroil, and …
Battling mosquitoes? Eliminate standing water to deprive bugs of breeding spots
Malaria, West Nile virus and heartworms — as if you didn’t already have enough reasons to fear and loathe mosquitoes …
The edible backyard: A source for family meals – and fun
Have your kids ever asked you where the food they’re eating comes from? It’s a question many parents are answering …
Oh yeah, I’m going to watch this movie!
Chuck Norris’ filmmaker son, Mike, has put together a movie that looks at all our fears as self-reliant preppers. It …
Was Reaganomics a Success?
We learn from history, right? But sometimes that’s mythologized, or warped. So here’s Dan Mitchell‘s analysis. Among Republicans and conservatives, …
The Swiss Army Knife Camping Trailer
This is an Australia trailer (UEV-440) made to very high standards to withstand the continent’s tough terrain. Although some bits …
We’re not alone! Prepping is suddenly cool.
The apocalypse has become big business. And it’s getting bigger every day according to this article on realtor.com. Safe rooms, …
E-cigarettes helped me quit smoking, saved my life
By Robert Romano E-cigarettes are a relatively inexpensive smoke cessation product — and they probably saved my life. Thanks to …
Protecting Your Financial Freedom
By Rich Checkan You’ve heard about the ‘War on Cash.’ There is wide ranging speculation on the reasons behind it. …
Other people’s money and why the government is hopeless about spending
Milton Friedman, Adam Smith, and Other People’s Money by Dan Mitchell From an economic perspective, too much government spending is harmful to economic …
If the World were 100 people
Just for fun. If the population of the world was only 100 people, what would society look like?
Bite back against mosquitoes this season with these prevention tips
From annoying itchy welts to serious conditions like Malaria and West Nile virus, mosquitoes have been making humans miserable and …
Why no economic growth will kill the U.S. And why you must prepare.
First quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is in, and well, the U.S. economy still stinks, growing at a paltry, inflation-adjusted rate …
Live report on what to do – and not to do – during a flood
Last year one of our team had a terrifying viewpoint as torrential rains flooded the street outside his apartment block in seconds and …
How to raise backyard chickens
Raising backyard chickens: Egging on the farm-to-table movement at home. As more Americans choose restaurants that take pride in buying …
Build your cardboard house in a day
The dutch designed Wikkelhouse is 3 times more eco-friendly than a traditionally built house. Four years of research and development has led …
Getting yucky stuff off clothes and carpets
Blood: Salt is good on fresh blood. Pour it on and leave to absorb. Use peroxide on dried blood. …
One nasty and one nice remedy for that horrible cough
The worst part of a common cold is the persistent cough. The coughs that come with colds are extremely tough …
Tax Havens Promote Economic Prosperity and Protect Human Liberty, Right?
I sometimes wonder if I was put on this planet to defend tax competition and tax havens. I argue for fiscal …
Cleaning oil with magnets
Oil spills are an unavoidable part of our future on this planet. Until we no longer have to rely on …
I know it’s not winter, but this is awesome!
He makes a meal of setting it up, but it’s not that long compared with say, getting a boat ready. …
Probiotics — do they work? And how about prebiotics?
They’re everywhere. Probiotics. But did you know most of them aren’t going to fix anything? The word probiotic means literally …
Savvy travelers know to use these in foreign countries and basic hostels
If you like to rough it in foreign countries, or use very basic hostels then you might like the DreamSack™. …
Need somewhere safe for elderly relatives to walk – try the mall
Flora Yang is small, spry and not afraid to tell you her age: “90-something.” She walks twice a week at …