World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr. Margaret Chan convened an emergency meeting to discuss the Zika virus which she said was “spreading …
Don’t you love these? Handy tips from the 1900s
This is fabulous! I guess as a self-reliant person you have alternate light sources around the house. I do. I …
Why ‘Junk Silver’ Should Be Your Next Precious Metals Purchase
Of all the forms of precious metals you can own, we believe your very next purchase should be at least …
Off Grid Solar Power – How to Calculate Your Needs. Warning: Math and physics are involved!
Thinking of getting an off-grid solar powered system? As these guys will show you on their camper van roof, you …
VIDEO: Water Bottle Turns Humid Air into Drinkable Water
Retezár, an Austrian designer has invented a device that can extract water from the air and condense it into drinkable water. Called Fontus, it …
Tips for going green, saving green, with greywater recycling
Water conservation isn’t just for Californians and others who live in dry climates. Although the Golden State’s water woes grabbed …
A reader writes: Start small caliber and work up to “rolling your own” ammo
Another letter from a Squirrel reader. Thanks SMC! As I have mentioned before, I’m no firearms expert so I expect you …
The Drinkable Book – Cleaning unpotable water with silver particles
“According to its developers, a simple book with twenty pages has the ability to provide enough clean water for a …
A Reader writes: I’m for commonsense gun laws. Here’s why.
Dear Kelly, In response to recent comments about gun laws, I am for common sense firearms laws. Let me explain why. …
Dropping your carry or range bag into your car with a firearm in it is not secure storage
Although this item is intended for law enforcement, I thought you might like to learn more about this safety gadget. …
The Egloo warms a room with four tea candles – or so it says
The Egloo consists of a base, a grill and two terracotta domes. Candles can be placed on the base, and …
Routers: The hacker’s way in to your computer.
Your everyday router may be a vulnerable link in your home Wi-Fi network, allowing hackers to access personal information, sometimes …
Need a competition gun, Springfield says they’ve got one.
I have a 1911 and whenever I carry it old boys, former military and ex-police stop and congratulate me. Actually …
So you got your conceal carry, now what?
In this video Michael Martin, author of Concealed Carry and Home Defense, and Tim Schmidt, aka Tactical Tim and president …
A Minimalist’s Guide: How to Do More With Less Space
With the tiny home craze circulating through TV shows and Internet articles, it’s safe to say that minimalism has found …
Can a good guy with a gun beat an armed bad guy? Check out this investigation.
Great test to Wayne LaPierre’s assertion that the only thing that can stop a bad guy with a gun is …
SEN. CHUCK GRASSLEY: 10 MYTHS ABOUT GUNS
This week, President Barack Obama announced executive actions related to guns. Here are 10 common myths about firearms. Myth No. …
Turbulent times… and How You Might Profit From Them
With the Fed’s December 2015 interest rate hike in the rear view mirror, savvy investors like you are coming to …
Who doesn’t want a flying car?
I’m a sucker for pushing technology to the limits. I love the idea of a flying car although I’m sure …
Survival masterclass: Build a wood and clay heated home from scratch. Amazing!
This guy is amazing. He practices primitive technology as a hobby. But what he does for me is …
Easy Ways to Manage Your Whole Home in Zones
You’ve been taught from childhood to turn off the lights when you leave a room to save energy and money. …
Juice up breakfast with warm liquid sunshine
Bring Warmth and Freshness to Your Winter Breakfast During the cold and dark winter months, it’s important to stay warm …
Buying & Storing Potatoes, cooking an egg in a spud, and more
Buying Look for clean, smooth, firm-textured potatoes with no cuts, bruises or discoloration. Proper Storage Store potatoes in a cool, …
Wear your sleeping bag and stay warm!
I’m in the market for a warm sleeping bag that packs away really small. I had a down one but …
Savvy Industry Leaders Know Something You Can Use to Your Advantage
By Ryan Kirsch Industry leaders in healthcare, technology, energy or most any type of manufacturing know Rare Strategic Metals (RSMs) …
Santa Baby, I want a 3D Printed Supercar!
Conventional cars are wasteful in the way they’re built and the way they’re operated. A startup called Divergent Microfactories has …