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23 July 2026
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (33) – Make an emergency kit for your car
Most people think about their home when it comes to self-reliance. Yet
22 July 2026
What is EDC (‘Every Day Carry’)?
Whether you’re a man or a woman, certain things are simply particularly
16 July 2026
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (32) – Learn to shut off the mains for water, gas and electricity
If a water pipe bursts, a gas leak occurs or a short
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13 August 2025
Quickly create an emergency plan with this online tool
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Flanders wants volunteer corps in every municipality
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05 August 2025
Mixed enthusiasm over defence spending
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25 July 2025
Buying gold? Without these papers you’re paying for nothing
You finally have that shiny bar or coin in your
