Signs can say a lot. You can probably spot many top security company signs without realizing it. Convicted burglars have confessed that security signs (among other things) are effective at making them skip over a home. Specialized signs and some generic signs can be conditional deterrents as well. If you’re ready to put up a sign to keep intruders at bay, all you’ll need to do is pick out the best.This is where we come in. We’ve researched the best security signs, compared them, and now the results are in: the overall best, a generic option, and a dog warning…

Respiratory protection masks are useful for many tasks and projects, but we’re looking at them with emergencies and preparedness in mind. Disasters are dusty, dirty messes with plenty of situations requiring breathing protection. There are hundreds of masks to consider with a range of NIOSH ratings, and that’s not even counting full-face gas masks.This is where we come in. We’ve researched the best masks, compared them under a survival and prepping scope, and now the results are in: the overall best, a collapsing option, and an upgrade solution. If you need respiratory protection during emergencies- our picks will protect you…

Instagram has stood the test of time, with everyone and their mother sharing photos, reels, and stories since 2010. This includes preppers, who have been having a moment lately. Prepping is a broad topic, and some Instagram creators go above and beyond to find interesting angles to share. It’s not all for preppers by preppers- the best Instagram prepping accounts teach the importance of preparedness to the masses.This group of high-quality creators highlights how prepping can be approached from many different angles to appeal to a wide range of people. If you are looking to refresh what shows up in…

Dehydrated butter powder is a great way to balance a long shelf life with an easy way to elevate any meal or dish. Butter has plenty of uses, and adding the powdered form to your pantry can make sense. All powdered butter isn’t made the same way, so you’ll run into a variety of tastes, nutrition profiles, and shelf life between the various brands. The best butter powder is the one that maximizes these qualities without breaking any budgets.This is where we come in. We got our hands on a variety of powdered butter, compared them, taste-tested them, and now…

The weather swings seem wilder than usual this year, but you can be sure the sales will come regardless. Presidents’ Day has been a big sale day for high-ticket items for a while, usually focusing on mattresses, appliances, and TV closeouts after the Super Bowl.Lately, these big sale days have bled into other categories that are more closely aligned with survival and prepping. Outdoor gear gets thrown in as winter starts to wind down. Solar panels and power stations will join any sale they can. Firearms, emergency food, and power tools round out the best categories to find prepping deals…

The White House pressed U.S. Navy officials to launch 2,000-pound live bombs instead of dummy explosives during an elaborate military demonstration for the service’s 250th anniversary celebration that President Donald Trump attended, two people familiar with planning for the event told The Associated Press.One person familiar with the planning said White House officials insisted to Navy planners that Trump “needed to see explosions” instead of just a “big splash” during the Oct. 5 demonstration.Original planning for what the Navy dubbed the Titans of the Sea Presidential Review called for military personnel to use dummies and not live bombs, a third…

The single largest domino effect of disasters and emergencies is a power outage. Weathering a power outage can be easy if it only lasts for an hour or two, but when it continues, it can threaten your food security, water access, and temperature regulation. Many people also rely on power for medical reasons. Luckily, power stations perform better than ever for emergencies and offer high-capacity energy storage at prices that are much more affordable. Unfortunately, finding the best power stations for your needs during an emergency can be a tough task.This is where we come in. We’ve researched the best…

Zombies are often considered a worst-case scenario, and we even planned for undead outbreaks in the military. While prepping for zombies isn’t exactly practical, it can be motivating and a means to an end with general preparedness. Plus, people can prepare however they want for whatever they want.I’ve found zombies intriguing for a long time. The popularity of zombies has exploded over the past 15 years, with video games, movies, and long-running TV shows filling out the niche. Even before that, I helped develop military plans for zombie outbreaks, remembering that there is a difference between ‘impossible’ and ‘improbable’.In this…

Editor’s note: This op-ed was authored by a Department of Defense civilian employee who requested anonymity due to concerns about potential retaliation for expressing dissenting opinions from the Trump administration. Military Times granted anonymity for the author to express their views freely.U.S. service members make considerable personal and professional sacrifices to maintain America’s advantage over its adversaries. Yet many have a blind spot for how the recent U.S. strikes against alleged drug-carrying boats may be setting a precedent that gives a “lawfare” advantage to those very adversaries. As a Defense Department employee, I have seen this firsthand in colleagues. These…

Peanut butter powder is a great way to add some low-fat protein to the pantry. Peanut butter has plenty of uses, and adding the powdered form to your food storage can make sense. Powdered peanuts aren’t always made the same way, so you’ll run into a variety of tastes, nutrition profiles, and shelf lives between the various brands. The best peanut butter powder is the one that maximizes these qualities without breaking any budgets.This is where we come in. We got our hands on a variety of peanut powder, compared them, taste-tested them, and now the results are in: the…

Portable and handheld fans have been around for thousands of years, but have had significant improvements over just the past few years. The best camping fans now give us high air speed, low fan noise, efficient battery use, and are versatile for many applications. Portable fans have been evolving with battery technology, so there is a wide range of lightweight fans to consider from different brands.This is where we come in. We’ve tested a variety of camping fans, compared them, and now the results are in: the overall best, a highly portable option, and a solar fan ideal for tents.…

This article was originally published by Willow Tohi at Natural News.  Hurricane Melissa has intensified into a Category 5 storm, posing a catastrophic threat to Jamaica. The storm’s slow movement threatens to dump up to 40 inches of rain, causing severe flooding and landslides. Mandatory evacuations are underway in Jamaica, and the island’s international airports have closed. The storm has already caused fatalities and significant damage in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Forecasters warn Melissa could be the most powerful hurricane to directly strike Jamaica in recorded history. The Caribbean is confronting a meteorological nightmare as Hurricane Melissa, now a…

A U.S. Navy memo released this month details military personnel’s responsibilities when posting on social media.The service said in the memo that it is reviewing reports of personnel violating its current social media policies. The disclosure of an internal review appears to be one of the main differences between the new memo and a previous social media guideline memo released March 14.“We are committed to upholding the highest standards of conduct,” the guidance read. “Service members are expected to uphold Navy and Marine Corps core values on duty, off duty, and online,” it said.The memo reiterated previously shared social media…

Sign up for the Outdoor Life Newsletter Get the hottest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. Longtime bowman Danny Williams of Galva, Kansas has taken plenty of giant bucks – including four over 170. But one buck he’d been watching via remote cameras for several years was special. The 250-pound deer had a massive non-typical rack and was regularly visiting a 160-acre family property in McPherson County, located in central Kansas.  “I started watching him three years ago, about the time I started having shoulder problems and couldn’t draw my compound bow like I’ve done since age…

Spoiler Alert – The results of Extracted are discussed as we dive into the gear options for the various supply drops.Extracted is a new TV series from Fox (streaming on Hulu) that takes 12 amateur survivalists with two teammates each out to British Columbia to compete for $250,000. The survivalists are monitored by their teammates from a command center, where the team attempts to help them with supply drops and instructions. The team can also hit the big red button, extracting the survivalist, which is where the show’s name comes from.Survivalism takes a backseat to drama in this series, since…

Vice President JD Vance said Tuesday he believes U.S. military members will be paid at the end of the week, though he did not specify how the Trump administration will reconfigure funding as pain from the second-longest shutdown spreads nationwide.The funding fight in Washington gained new urgency this week as millions of Americans face the prospect of losing food assistance, more federal workers miss their first full paycheck and recurring delays at airports snarl travel plans.“We do think that we can continue paying the troops, at least for now,” Vance told reporters after lunch with Senate Republicans at the Capitol.…

Oil lamps have been around for thousands of years, and they haven’t completely given way to modern lighting technology. They’re low-tech appeal can bring ambiance to a table or provide lighting through power outages and emergencies. There is a range of sizes, brands, and features to consider when you’re looking for the best oil lamp.I bought several oil lamps to test and add to my collection. I measured their light output with a light meter, verified their oil capacity with measuring cups, and used them both indoors and deep in the woods.My top recommendation is for the Lamplight Original, a…

In the aftermath of the unsuccessful ceasefire, Hamas has expanded its terrorist operations beyond the Middle East. The group is exploiting a long-established network of weapons caches, criminal alliances, and covert infrastructure that has been quietly built across Europe for years. Earlier this month, West Point’s Combating Terrorism Center released a study detailing how Hamas leaders in Lebanon have directed operatives to establish “foreign operator” cells across Europe, collaborating with organized crime networks to acquire weapons and target Jewish communities abroad. “Hamas has never carried out a successful terrorist attack outside of Israel, the West Bank, or Gaza — but not for…

Tricare health beneficiaries who fill prescriptions outside a military health facility will pay more for medications next year, but they will also have expanded access to new treatments for conditions like lung cancer and chronic back pain, under an announcement made by the federal government Tuesday.According to a notice in the Federal Register, most Tricare prescription copayments for medications purchased at retail pharmacies and through the Tricare mail-order pharmacy will increase beginning Jan. 1.In 2026, the rates for 30-day retail prescriptions will remain at $16 for generic drugs, but they will increase to $48 for brand-name medications. Ninety-day mail-order prescriptions…

Sign up for the Outdoor Life Newsletter Get the hottest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. With the final days of October slipping by, the time of year that every whitetail hunter dreams of is at our doorstep. The frost-covered leaves will be crunching under your boots on the walk in, and the bucks will be on their feet throughout the day pursuing does as they come into estrus.  But we’re not in the heart of the rut just yet. There’s still time (though not much) to tag your target buck during the pre-rut. Here’s what to…

Typically, there haven’t been enough sales or compelling deals to put together a Memorial Day sale roundup for survival gear and prepping supplies. Times change, though, and now we have a whole slew of deals to explore that’ll help kickstart your summer preparedness projects.Memorial Day is on May 26th this year, but sales have already started and a few run through the end of the week. Like most roundups, we’ll keep updating as sales come and go throughout the period, so check back periodically to catch new deals.Contents (Jump to a Section)Memorial Day PrefaceI don’t have an issue with the commercialization…

A U.S. Air Force Reserve crew from the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, known as the “Hurricane Hunters,” flew through Hurricane Melissa on Oct. 27, 2025The WC-130J Weatherbird was entering the eye of Melissa when it “briefly experienced forces stronger than normal due to turbulence,” the 53rd said in a social media post. The crew of the plane, whose call sign was TEAL 75, returned to its forward operating location in Curacao, where it will be inspected before resuming flights. The 53rd said the plane may not have been damaged by the heavy turbulence, but standard safety procedures call for an…

Independence Day sales are typically known for deals on grills, lawn equipment, coolers, and ways to stay cool through the summer, and all of those can relate to prepping and survival in some way. After checking out a slew of sales, we’ve rounded up the best gear for preppers to check out to augment their survival kits and preparedness plans.July 4th lands on a Friday this year, but sales have already started, and a few run through the weekend for the most part. Like most roundups, we’ll keep updating as sales come and go throughout the period, so check back…

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