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The gold price today, 18 February 2026, stands at around 133,800 euros per kilogramme — or around 4,163 euros per troy ounce. Gold always reacts to what’s happening in the world, and the world is currently giving off quite a few signals. Is and will this precious metal remain a reliable buffer? Why gold is … Read more
We all experience it at some point: you’re walking home alone in the evening after a late appointment and you feel somewhat uncomfortable. Usually nothing happens at all and you get home safely. Nevertheless, you might consider whether you can sufficiently ensure your own personal safety. Therefore, in this article we discuss self-defence tools in … Read more
Blackthorn, hawthorn and rowan are now full. Pick these fruits to make sauce, liqueur, jam,… from them. But pay attention to how you can recognise these berries! Rowan berries taste astringent raw, but after cooking or freezing they become soft and sweet. You use blackthorn berries for liqueur or jam. You can dry hawthorn berries … Read more
When simplicity makes the difference Boiling water. That’s all you need for the meals in this article. No pans, no complicated preparations, no pile of washing-up afterwards. In situations where you’re dependent on minimal resources – during a power cut, in an emergency or simply whilst on a trek – that simplicity can make the … Read more
Why consider a personal alarm? In a society where safety is becoming increasingly important, many people are looking for simple ways to enhance their personal security. A personal alarm offers a practical solution: a compact, easy-to-carry device that produces a loud sound in emergency situations to call for help and deter attackers. The tragic events … Read more
The return of the wolf in the Low Countries not only ensures that nature and biodiversity are strengthened. Farmers, but also ordinary walkers, have already experienced damage and attacks by the predators. In 2024, 897 damage reports were reported in the Netherlands, nearly double the number in 2023. In Flanders, the situation is different. Last … Read more
You can’t imagine it now, but if no more water comes out of your tap, you still need to be able to drink. Making drinking water from rainwater is a good option. Collecting and purifying it provides you with a backup for emergency situations and can also contribute to a more sustainable lifestyle. Water independence … Read more
