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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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24 July 2025
Recognising gold: how to unmask fakes and fraud
Why recognising gold is crucial for your financial security Fake
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Gold as a means of payment in crisis situations: the practical obstacles
Gold alone is not an ideal means of payment in
22 July 2025
Why the gold price always rises during crisis and uncertainty
The phenomenon behind gold as a safe haven When the
16 July 2025
REVIEW. Leatherman Wave Plus Multitool: Strong and reliable, and that’s worth the price
A good multitool is indispensable A good multitool belongs in
15 July 2025
REVIEW. The Kombuis 2.0 by Arnaud: Never buy fuel again?
Since I decided to make the necessary preparations for my
10 July 2025
Bitchat: new privacy-friendly communication tool?
Jack Dorsey, one of the founders of social media network
10 July 2025
REVIEW. Kubotan keyring for self-defence
A kubotan is a multifunctional self-defence weapon in the form
09 July 2025
Unexpectedly having to spend the night in your car? Here are handy tips
Learn how to safely spend the night in your car
