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03 March 2026
This food keeps well for a long time and tastes good
On a forum for people thinking about preparedness, an honest complaint recently

26 February 2026
Mylar bags: what are they and why are they useful?
There’s a fairly good chance that you already know Mylar without realising

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 killed cartel
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19 October 2025
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13 October 2025
Think Ahead campaign must prepare the Dutch for crisis
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12 October 2025
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (2) – Purifying water without expensive equipment
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