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03 June 2026
Mentally dealing with an emergency situation
Your head is your first tool in a crisis Food supplies, emergency
02 June 2026
A robust watch: why do I need one? And which one?
Knowing the time is enormously important. It is in daily life for
28 May 2026
Buying gold: how do you get started? And why?
Gold has been both a reliable means of payment and a store
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19 March 2026
Grammes or (kilo)grammes: the choice everyone makes Anyone wanting to
17 March 2026
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (17) – Navigating without a smartphone
Your phone is dead. The network goes down. You’re standing
12 March 2026
Your own chickens, your own eggs: how to go about it
Anyone who wants to be somewhat less dependent on the
12 March 2026
Should I build a nuclear shelter myself or are there public shelters available?
In 2025, nuclear threats are once again very real. President
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
