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03 March 2026
This food keeps well for a long time and tastes good
On a forum for people thinking about preparedness, an honest complaint recently
26 February 2026
Mylar bags: what are they and why are they useful?
There’s a fairly good chance that you already know Mylar without realising
26 February 2026
Unrest in your holiday destination? This is what you need to do
On 22 February 2026, Mexico suddenly erupted. The Mexican army killed cartel
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03 March 2026
This food keeps well for a long time and tastes good
On a forum for people thinking about preparedness, an honest
26 February 2026
Mylar bags: what are they and why are they useful?
There’s a fairly good chance that you already know Mylar
26 February 2026
Unrest in your holiday destination? This is what you need to do
On 22 February 2026, Mexico suddenly erupted. The Mexican army
19 February 2026
Which canned tuna is the best choice?
Somewhere in almost every kitchen drawer or pantry there’s a
18 February 2026
Gold as a buffer: what you need to know in 2026
The gold price today, 18 February 2026, stands at around
29 January 2026
What smart families already have at home (and you might not)
Why preparation has nothing to do with panic Smart families
28 January 2026
Food from nature – week 12: Winter hunger does not exist
Winter hunger is a myth! January puts people off. Cold,
28 January 2026
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (16) – Practise a day or week without a smartphone
Your smartphone is handy… Sometimes even too handy, making it
