Unrest in your holiday destination? This is what you need to do
On 22 February 2026, Mexico suddenly erupted. The Mexican army killed cartel leader Nemesio “El Mencho”
What smart families already have at home (and you might not)
Why preparation has nothing to do with panic Smart families aren’t doomsday thinkers. They don’t wait
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (16) – Practise a day or week without a smartphone
Your smartphone is handy… Sometimes even too handy, making it impossible to do without. This week
7 affordable products that prepare you for a weekend without shops
Due to a strike, power cut, bank holiday or because you simply don’t fancy going shopping:
VIEWING TIP. How to make a reliable, fast fire starter
In a video we came across on YouTube, we saw how someone made a simple pull-pin
Lessons from Special Forces: Survival begins before the incident
Most people think that survival is something for military personnel, emergency services or “preppers”. That is
VIEWING TIP. Joe Robinet – bushcraft without haste
Joe Robinet is not a prepper in the classic sense. No doom-mongering, no scenarios, no alarmism.
5 cheap purchases that double your self-reliance
These are not gadgets. These are under-the-radar purchases that, once at home, drastically reduce your dependency.
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (11) – Learn to make fire
Fire is warmth, light and safety. And it’s easier than you think. Learn it yourself quickly
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (10) – Create an emergency plan for your family
A plan prevents panic. Knowing what to do is more important than what you own. An
