As the recent power outage in Washington D.C. so aptly demonstrated, we’re not equipped to deal with serious power outages — …
How to find an unclaimed pension
You, or someone you know, may be owed a pension. Search below using the participant’s or beneficiary’s last name, the …
How to break an attacker’s finger
Breaking a Finger Made Easy The following finger breaking technique – although it could stop an attacker – should be …
Using pressure points to your advantage
Control Point Pressure Tactic Control point pressure tactic. If someone tries to take you somewhere by grabbing your arm, hand, …
You should know this: How to avoid looking like a victim
Don’t let an attacker start on you Are you like a weak animal just waiting to be preyed upon? Is …
Faraday Cages: Making one and how your microwave can help
Five years ago, we almost lost everything. Our entire power grid nearly fried. In 2012, our solar system experienced an …
What to do: Extreme cases of hot and cold
Heatstroke Get the victim out of the heat. Loosen tight clothing. Remove perspiration soaked clothing. Apply cool, wet cloths to …
DIY: Freezing your herbs
Some herbs are best frozen while still on the stalk. Dillweed, in particular, is easiest to handle if you gather …
Flash flood safety: Stay away from moving water
With the terrible news coming out of Texas we must remind ourselves that flooding is the most common type of …
The most distinctive causes of death by state- you won’t believe Louisiana’s!
This mad map is a compilation of data that show the most distinctive cause of death in a state. Louisiana …
Tick-tock, it’s Tick time: How to avoid Lyme disease
You may think your risk of getting Lyme disease ends when the weather starts to cool, but by Fall, adult …
This plant shows where diamonds lie!
Geologists looking for diamonds in the diamond-bearing kimberlite dikes (fissures) of Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia have identified the presence of an unusual …
Broken toaster?
Here’s how to fix it! What happened to the old geezer on the “Andy Griffith” show who fixed the old …
You should know this: Psychology of survival
NATURAL REACTIONS Man has been able to survive many shifts in his environment throughout the centuries. His ability to adapt …
DIY ceiling updates
If you find your ceiling unseemly, fix it! While painting the ceiling can be fun, these ceiling tiles, panels, and …
How to unclog your drains
Fixing a slow-emptying bathroom lavatory Usually the problem is hair and soap curds caught in the stopper. Check first to be …
You should know this: Pet-friendly evacuation plan
Pets and disaster: Be prepared The following information has been prepared by the Humane Society of the United States …
Random tips for household chores
If you’re ever in a pinch, look here and see if any of our ingenious problem-solvers apply to you! -Use a meat …
Five ways to choose upholstery that will stand up to anything
…even your kids! Is your family room a place where everyone can be comfortable? Or are you constantly worrying about …
How to salvage the fresnel lens from a rear projection TV
Need a giant Fresnel lens for a solar project? Here’s how to salvage one from a rear projection TV. You’ll get a …
The right survival gear
Ancient man lived off the land, making his own survival gear from what nature offered him. While all those old …
DIY: Making a heat tent
If you have to be out in the cold for an extended period of time, one way to warm up …
Solar cooking! Cheap and easy in daylight!
On hot summer days, there is no real need to blow out your gas bill by using a stove. Solar …
Birthday cake in a box – the ‘Doing is Learning’ gift
How about a birthday gift that turns into a fun learning activity? This homemade gift introduces a child to the …
How to effectively clean your drinking glasses
Your Editor was watching the age-old “Cascade” commercial…you know, where the evil spirit called the “Spot-maker” dashes about the dishwasher …
Cleaner Cleaners!
Non-toxic cleaners Do you sometimes feel as if you’re killing yourself to keep your house clean? You literally may be, …
DIY: Apartment gardening
A great way to enjoy home grown vegetables is to become an apartment farmer. Not having a yard is no …
You should know this: How burglars think
Burglary victims often wonder why the burglar picked on their house. To find out you need to consider: “How does …
How to enjoy delicious grilled meat
Before grilling, allow your steak or meat to come to near room temperature for half an hour to take the chill …
DIY mushroom recipes
The fairy ring mushroom has a full flavor which makes them wonderful in a wide range of dishes such as …