Hurricanes pose a large threat to those who live near the coast. Between the high wind and massive amounts of rain, they can cause various types of damage that can exceed $150 billion each year.I’ve lived through several hurricanes of all categories and dealt with flooding, wind damage, power outages, and more. In North Carolina, we don’t have it quite as bad as Florida, but less prepared communities can have even tougher times with large storms.Many people around the world and in the US aren’t affected by hurricanes, so this list isn’t for everyone. But, if you live on the…
Author: Tommy Grant
If you’re new to the world of survival, it can be tough to know where to start. There are so many different products and gear out there, and it’s hard to know which ones are actually worth your money. That’s why we’ve put together this list of 25 survival supplies that every beginner should have in their arsenal. From tents and sleeping bags to fire starters and multi-tools, these are the items that will help you stay alive in the event of an emergency.If you’re new to the world of survivalism, it can be a bit overwhelming to know where to start.…
Israeli civilians are protesting against a ruling class that obviously doesn’t care even a little about them, or anyone else, for that matter. The government is attempting to take over Gaza while the slave class insists this will only result in the death of hostages. Fifty people are still being held as hostages by Hamas. They have been in captivity for nearly 700 days. An Arab-led demonstration in Tel Aviv also sprouted up to call for an end to the war and a massive humanitarian effort for Gazans. Thousands of Israelis were seen protesting across the country Saturday evening. They…
The AK-47 is one of the most recognizable rifles on the planet. It’s also one of the most misunderstood—especially in an American courtroom. While millions of law-abiding gun owners legally own AK-pattern rifles, recent cases show that simply having one in your home can be twisted into a liability if you ever find yourself on trial for a self-defense incident. The Power of Perception Attorney and firearms commentator James Reeves has recently highlighted how jurors respond differently depending on the type of firearm involved in a case. In a Texas mock jury study, identical self-defense scenarios resulted in drastically different…
Last week, a federal bankruptcy judge ordered Alex Jones to sell his Infowars media empire to begin satisfying the staggering $1.28 billion defamation judgment awarded to families of Sandy Hook victims. For some, the name Alex Jones is synonymous with conspiracy theories and fringe commentary. For others, he represents a rebellious, anti-establishment voice. But regardless of where you fall on that spectrum, the Infowars ruling has sweeping implications for both free speech and gun rights in America. Alex Jones, Infowars, and the Sandy Hook Fallout Jones built Infowars into a massive media brand, one that mixed anti-globalist rhetoric with cultural…
A Houston homeowner shot and killed two men wearing ski masks who posed as police officers during a late-night attempted home intrusion. Authorities say the men fired first, prompting the homeowner to return fire in self-defense. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE HOUSTON, TX (3-minute read) — Authorities in Houston are investigating a deadly shooting after two masked men impersonating police officers were shot and killed by a homeowner late Friday night. The incident occurred around 11 p.m. on Bellnole Drive, near Galveston Road, according to the Houston Police Department (HPD). Investigators say the homeowner reported that the men knocked on the…
This article was originally published by Willow Tohi at Natural News. A California resident contracted the plague after a Lake Tahoe camping trip, marking the latest in a string of cases across the western U.S. Health officials report confirmed cases in Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming, with nine fatalities since 1957. Plague is transmitted by fleas from wild rodents, with bubonic and pneumonic forms posing serious health risks. Public health agencies urge precautions during outdoor activities and stress the importance of prompt treatment with antibiotics. Surveillance programs monitor rodent populations, but erratic reporting complicates tracking and prevention. Health officials in…
Colt Python owners now have another reason to hit the range. XS Sights has rolled out their Minimalist Night Sights for the legendary double-action revolver, giving shooters a clean, fast, and durable sight upgrade that works in all lighting conditions. A Simple, No-Nonsense Sight Setup The Minimalist series lives up to its name: a straightforward notch-and-post arrangement designed for speed and clarity without extra clutter. Front Sight: A tritium insert surrounded by XS’s Glow Dot™ technology, available in either green or orange. The Glow Dot absorbs light for daytime brightness, while tritium ensures visibility in low-light conditions. The sight is…
Got an opinion on Tricare.mil, the Defense Department’s military health care benefits website? Want to help improve it? Now’s your chance to provide feedback on the usability of the site and suggestions for improving it.The Defense Health Agency Usability Lab is looking for Tricare beneficiaries to participate in research via remote meetings between Aug. 25 and Sept. 5. The lab will hold several studies, asking participants to test out specific scenarios. Each session will last about one hour. Officials want feedback on the content, navigation, visuals and layout of the website.It comes at an opportune time, as Tricare’s open season…
A new U.S. Army special operations forces manual has a mission: to convince the regular Army that the Green Berets have value for conventional combat operations. It’s a signal that the days of cowboy special operators are over. As the U.S. military switches from small-unit counterinsurgency to big-unit mechanized warfare, ARSOF wants to show that it can contribute to the joint fight.The focus now is, “How do we show our value to the Army, and how do we help the Army show its value for the Joint Force?” Kimberly Jackson, a researcher at the RAND Corp. think tank, told Defense…