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Dane Wigington: The Geoengineering Kill Switch Has Been Activated

Dane Wigington of GeoengineeringWatch.org, a site dedicated to the scientific investigation of weather control and modification says that the entire planet is being deliberately plunged into a global famine nightmare.  That means, the global “kill switch” portfolio of technologies being used to control the weather and cause the collapse of the world’s life-sustaining biosphere has been activated to achieve global depopulation.

The world’s governments are actively trying to make the human race as sick as possible. Not only are the ruling classes trying to eliminate clean drinking water so the slaves become even more dependent, but they are also trying to make sure nothing grows. Anywhere. Ever.

That’s the warning from Wigington. This will eventually cause the entire social system to erode and could lead to riots and civil unrest. But that’s exactly what the masters are hoping for. The simultaneous droughts, floods, and freak weather events we are observing right now across the globe are not natural weather events, Wigington warns. They are “engineered” weapons being deployed against humanity under the cover of blaming “climate change.”

Wigington spent an hour speaking with Natual News and outlined a grim future if we continue to allow psychopaths to modify the weather and use it as a weapon against us to control us.

Did you know that Amazon fulfillment centers are catching on fire due to solar panel installations on their roofs? It turns out all that “green” energy is a fire hazard. Remarkably, as CNBC.com reports, 12.7% of Amazon’s buildings that feature solar installations have caught on fire due to “arcing” from the solar installations.

It looks like “going green” also means going up in flames.

If you were a business owner and saw that a new energy system was setting fire to 12.7% of your warehouses, you would shut it down. That’s exactly what Amazon did, too.

So when the sun is shining, solar power is catching buildings on fire. When the sun isn’t shining, solar power produces zero energy.

It’s a lot like when it’s not raining, the municipal water system in Jackson, Mississippi works great. But when it’s raining, the entire system fails, leaving 180,000 people without running water, even as water is literally falling out of the sky. The estimated repair time on that failure? Four months. And that’s if they can even find the parts. (Side question: Where are all the people of Jackson currently crapping, given that nobody can flush toilets across the entire city?)

Remember, too, that you’re supposed to buy an electric vehicle but not charge it, because charging it might collapse the power grid in California, utility officials have warned. –Natural News

If you’ve been paying attention, you can see there’s a global coordinated simultaneous attack on the food supply, water supply, and on people’s immune systems. What comes when all of this fails together is going to be nothing short of catastrophic.

The Ballistic Long-Range Precision Issue Bringing Long-Range Fire!

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There was a time when precision rifle shooting was cloaked in mystery. At least I would have said that. And after discussions with so many of you, it’s evident that I wasn’t alone in that sentiment. But thanks to revolutionary developments in rifles, ammo, optics, rangefinders, ballistics solvers and the like, that time is no more. While these advancements have been monumental as a whole, the single largest factor in making precision shooting an attainable and progressive skill set has been the sharing of information. It was the lack of information and, likely more accurately, the reluctance to share it that hurt shooters the most. It was a threat, if you will, despite the technologies of the times.

Ballistic Long-Range Precision Issue

Our biggest threat now is boredom. We literally have everything at our fingertips. Sub-MOA rifles are the norm, and several brands can provide that luxury. Factory ammo is more consistent and accurate than ever. We can now load our own ammo to surgical standards. There are more optics brands than factory match ammo brands. And, outside of the zeroing process, there is no reason for missing a target within 1,000 yards by any more than a few inches, for anything other than laziness—for data is plentiful. Don’t get me wrong, all this is good. Great, in fact. It simply underlines how fortunate we are while bringing to light the nature of the beast. Cool thing is, we don’t have to grow bored.

One of the best things you can do as a shooter, regardless of the discipline you choose, is get involved. More accurately, go and do. Travel somewhere and shoot. Get some instruction, whether you think you need it or not. Try a new segment of precision shooting. Learn from someone else. Teach someone new. Don’t get comfortable.

The experience of precision shooting is where it’s at and likely the most overlooked attribute of the discipline. We address this in this year’s Ballistic Long-Range Precision issue with the “Building Marksmanship” article on page 154. In it, we outline unique opportunities within the sport. Also, accomplished shooter Rei Hoang gets you primed to go way beyond long range with her tips on getting started in ELR shooting. And don’t miss the “One-Two Punch” piece where we take you on a journey through a team competition class under the tutelage of the undisputed champs in this category.

Bringing the Best in Firearms

As always, we cover the mother lode of the newest and best products that the precision space has to offer while providing you with our thoughts on their relevant performance.

Finally, when you’re done with the issue, look for more precision shooting content in our continuing video series, Ballistic Long Range Precision. The first three seasons can be viewed at VIDEOS. Check back regularly to catch season 4 that drops this fall.

Not to be too “strictly business” with this issue, we have 32 pages of great Skillset content headlined by the “Man Of Mystery” cover story about Ed Calderon who has experience with the dark and deadly real-world that most people are scared to even ask about. And don’t miss “Hanging With Sadam” where we take you straight to the final crib of the Iraqi dictator. Also running: Top 8 reasons why Platoon is the all-time best Vietnam War movie, Five vacation death traps to avoid, and they sit down with the Alpha Coffee team—brewing fuel for warriors and giving back with every cup of joe.

With so much to learn from this issue, the only question left is—what are you waiting for? Pick up your copy today!

Top Stories:

AMERICAN DREAM RIFLE

Exclusive report on Barrett’s USSOCOM MK22 Sniper Rifle System

THE MPR REVISITED

Head to Texas’ FTW Ranch where Christensen Arms’ MPR gets its sweet redemption

THE INCREDIBLE SHRINKING BOLT GUN

Savage shakes things up by making the venerable 110 platform into a potent pistol

RANGEFINDER REPORT

Next-level gear that will take your precision game to new heights

7 DEADLY SCOPES

The latest and greatest in precision riflescopes for 2022

STOCKPILE

Editor’s notable gear to help get on target at long range

COMPETITION

Where and how to get started in ELR events

COMPETITION

Where and how to get started in ELR events

MAN OF MYSTERY

Meet the multi-talented Ed Calderon

HEADSPACE

A short, positive guide to keeping your brain on the roller coaster’s tracks

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Your Window Of Opportunity To Get Prepared Before The Catastrophic Events Of 2023 Is Rapidly Closing


I don’t know how I could say it any more clearly.  At this moment, the vast majority of the population is completely and utterly unprepared for what is ahead of us.  Every day, there are more signs in the news that global events are starting to spiral out of control, but instead of using this summer to get prepared much of the population is partying instead.  This greatly frustrates me, because I have been working extremely hard to try to sound the alarm.  People should be using the window of opportunity that we have this summer to take action, because the months ahead of us will be filled with famine, war, pestilence, natural disasters and severe economic troubles.  Summer officially ends in late September, and I believe that global events will accelerate greatly throughout the remainder of 2022 and into the early stages of 2023.

Most people always think that they have more time to prepare.

But as the people of Mississippi’s largest city recently found out, the opportunity to get prepared can end very abruptly

Mississippi’s largest city has run out of water indefinitely, leaving 180,000 locals unable to drink from their taps, flush toilets, or shower.

The ailing OB Curtis water plant in Jackson was taken offline after it was overwhelmed by recent flooding, which destroyed backup systems put in place to relieve the elderly plant’s main treatment machinery.

Now, the capital city that is home to 150,000 people and 30,000 surrounding communities are pressed to conserve their rations as officials begin to distribute cases of water bottles in a ‘massively complicated logistical task.’

We are being told that it could take up to four months to completely repair the water plant.

So what will all those people do as they wait?

It is being reported that one prominent restaurant in Jackson is now being forced to spend 800 dollars a day on bottled water…

Restaurants in Mississippi’s largest city are being driven into the ground by a water shortage that’s forcing them to spend up to $800-a-day on bottled water.

Nick Wallace, a chef at Nissan Cafe at the Two Museums complex in Jackson:’I am spending $800 a day on cokes and waters and getting no help from Jackson.’

Meanwhile, another Jackson restaurant called Walker’s Dine-in has been forced to shell out $300-a-day on water.

This is yet another example that shows why having a plan for water should be absolutely central to your prepping plan.

Someday soon the water may stop coming out of your taps.

If that happens, what will you do?

And when a major disaster suddenly strikes, disease can often spread like wildfire.

Right now, approximately a third of Pakistan is covered by water, and doctors find themselves completely overwhelmed by the number of people that are suddenly ill…

Officials in Pakistan raised concern Wednesday over the spread of waterborne diseases among thousands of flood victims, as waters from powerful monsoon rains began to recede in many parts of the country.

Some doctors said initially they were seeing mostly patients traumatized by the flooding, but are now treating people suffering from diarrhea, skin infections and other waterborne ailments in the country’s flood-hit areas. Many pregnant women living in flood-affected areas were also exposed to risks.

And all of the flooding has instantly created extremely serious food shortages in much of the country…

Vegetable and fruit prices have soared in markets across Pakistan as devastating rains ruin crops and disrupt supplies, an early sign of how the worst floods in decades are creating food shortages at a time of financial crisis.

Pakistan’s 220 million people are already facing rampant inflation, with consumer prices up 24.9 per cent year-on-year in July. The economy is in turmoil, with fast-depleting foreign reserves and a record depreciation of the rupee against the U.S. dollar.

In the eastern city of Lahore, close to the border with India and far from the worst floods in Sindh, prices of some vegetables have tripled.

Tonight, there will be countless men, women and children in Pakistan that will go to bed hungry.

How would you and your family fare if a similar disaster suddenly struck where you live?

Most Americans don’t realize that food supplies are also getting tighter here in the United States.

The food that isn’t being grown in 2022 will not be on our store shelves in 2023.  In fact, we are being warned that we could be facing a very serious shortage of tomatoes in the months ahead…

California’s farmers grow nearly all of America’s processing tomatoes, but this year is shaping up to be another poor harvest season. This means products like ketchup, salsa, and pasta sauce could soon be in short supply in stores across the county.

Drought, inflation, and supply chain issues are to blame for this possible shortage, according to California Tomato Growers Association President Mike Montna.

But Joe Biden says that everything is going to be just fine.

You believe him, don’t you?

Before I end this article, I want to talk about energy.

I have always urged my readers to do whatever they could to become more independent from the power grid.

We are in the early stages of the worst global energy crisis in any of our lifetimes, and energy bills are soaring into the stratosphere all over the planet.

For example, just consider what is happening in Ireland

Over the past week, shocked Europeans – mostly in the UK and Ireland – have been posting viral photos of shockingly high energy bills amid the ongoing (and worsening) energy crisis.

Several of the posts were from small business owners who getting absolutely crushed right now, and won’t be able to remain operational much longer.

One such owner is Geraldine Dolan, who owns the Poppyfields cafe in Athlone, Ireland – and was charged nearly €10,000 (US$10,021) for just over two months of energy usage.

As the Irish Times reports, “The cost of electricity to the Poppyfields cafe for 73 days from early June until the end of August came in at €9,024.70 an increase of 250 per cent in just 12 months. There doesn’t include the €812.22 in VAT, which brought her total bill to €9,836.92.”

Sadly, this is just the beginning.

As energy supplies get even tighter, energy bills are only going to go higher.

In Germany, some manufacturers have already chosen to halt production because of absurdly high energy bills…

As the FT reportsGerman manufacturers are halting production in response to the surge in energy prices, a trend the government has described as “alarming”. German economy minister Robert Habeck said industry had worked hard to reduce its gas consumption in recent months, partly by switching to alternative fuels like oil, making its processes more efficient and reducing output. But he amusingly clarified, some companies had also “stopped production altogether” — a development he said was “alarming”.

“It’s not good news,” he said, “because it can mean that the industries in question aren’t just being restructured but are experiencing a rupture — a structural rupture, one that is happening under enormous pressure.”

This is not just a temporary problem.

As I explained a few days ago, the prime minister of Belgium says that Europeans will be dealing with this energy crisis for the next five to ten years.

Ouch.

Here in the United States, residents of California are being warned that there could actually be widespread blackouts this week right in the middle of a historic heatwave

Much of Southern California remains under an excessive heat warning, with the state’s grid operator warning that the high temperatures could lead to blackouts.

The state is facing a prolonged late-summer heat wave, with temperatures expected to reach as high as 115 degrees Fahrenheit in some parts, the National Weather Service (NWS) said.

This is yet another example that shows why you should not totally rely on our aging power grids.

In a desperate attempt to conserve energy, California residents are being asked to set their thermostats at 78 degrees or higher

“If weather or grid conditions worsen, the ISO may issue a series of emergency notifications to access additional resources and prepare market participants and the public for potential energy shortages and the need to conserve,” CAISO officials warned Tuesday night. “The power grid operator expects to call on Californians for voluntary energy conservation via Flex Alerts over the long weekend.”

This could include asking residents to set thermostats to 78 degrees or higher, avoid large appliance use and EV charging, and turn off unnecessary lights between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m, when the grid is the most stressed.

Whatever you can do to become more independent of the system is good, because the system is failing.

And all of the examples that I have shared in this article are relatively minor compared to the cataclysmic disasters that we will eventually see.

So please, get prepared while you still can.

This summer will soon be over, and 2023 will be here before you know it.

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The Ruger LC Carbine Packs 20+1 Round of 5.7x28mm Firepower!

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Big news out of Ruger today. The company just announced the launch of the Ruger LC Carbine. Utilizing Ruger-5.7 pistol mags, the carbine packs up to 20+1 rounds of the wonderfully tame 5.7x28mm cartridge. For defense or range use, this one will surely prove an absolute shooting machine.

Ruger LC Carbine Details

The carbine features a bolt-over-barrel design. The design put the feeding through the grip, providing a compact, lightweight setup. It sports a 16.25-inch barrel and a reversible, side-folding stock. So it really brings all these compact-driven components into a smart package. The unit also includes Picatinny rail-mounted stocks for attaching an assortment of gear. Rapid Deploy adjustable sights fold away as backup for an optic.

For Ruger pistol fans, the LC Carbine accets Ruger-5.7 magazines. The commonality enables shooters to run a carbine and pistol together, all with the same magazine on the belt. And both pistol and carbine will benefit from the soft-shooting 5.7x28mm cartridge. Inside, Ruger’s Secure Action fire-control mechanism combines a protected internal hammer with a bladed-safety trigger. According to Ruger, it delivers a short, smooth break and positive reset. Meanwhile, the fluted, nitride-coated barrel should deliver accuracy while limiting weight. It accepts a host of standard muzzle accessories.

“I can’t describe how ergonomic the LC Carbine feels in your hands,” said Chris Killoy, Ruger President and CEO. “You have to experience it on the range to really appreciate how it balances and moves. The controls are intuitive and conveniently located, and the lack of felt recoil makes it hard to put down.”

The Ruger LC Carbine features Picatinny rails and an adjustable stock.

The Ruger LC Carbine retails for $979. For even more info, please visit ruger.com.

Ruger LC Carbine Features

  • Caliber: 5.7x28mm
  • Overall Capacity: 20+1
  • Overall Length: 28.7-30.6 inches
  • Length of Pull: 12.5-14.5 inches
  • Twist: 1:9″ RH
  • Barrel Length: 16.25 inches
  • Barrel Feature: Fluted, Black Nitride
  • Thread Pattern: 1/2″-28
  • Receiver Material: Aluminum Alloy
  • Grooves: 8
  • Stock: Folding, Adjustable
  • Sights: Adjustable Ruger Rapid Deploy
  • Receiver Finish: Type III Hard-Coat Anodized
  • MSRP: $979
The Ruger LC Carbine's folded stock design makes it a great truck or pack gun.

Editor’s Take:

What a smart choice from Ruger! The 5.7x28mm keeps gaining popularity. Pairing with Ruger-5.7 pistol line delivers that mag commonality some shooter really like to utilize. But all by itself, the LC Carbine brings in some really cool design features, creating an awesome truck or pack gun for outdoors enthusiasts. For general plinking, you get near .22 LR recoil, but with much greater performance. We expect this one to really sell. Look for a full range review coming soon from Athlon Outdoors.

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Best Window Security Bars To Protect & Defend Your Family

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Today we are going over why you need window security bars and find the best on the market for you. We live in uncertain times.

Back in the day, you could leave your front door unlocked and the keys in your car. Why? Because everyone knew everyone in town.

Those days my friends, are gone, and now we have to protect our own.

Your home is a personal, protective, safe place for you and your loved ones. That’s why it’s vital you keep unwanted people out.

Intruders will do their best to get in if you have anything of value. That’s why one of the best deterrents is window security bars and locks.

Best Window Security Bars On The Market

Here at Skilled Survival, we’ve done all the leg work for you. That way, you can cut through the bull and get some modern window security bars for your home asap.

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Defender Security White Painted Carbon Steel, Hinged 4-Bar Window Grill

Defender Security makes a window guard that’s a visual deterrent for would-be burglars.

It’s specifically designed for protection from your kids falling through windows. And it’s mounted inside the home.

With carbon steel tubing and spacing of 3 7//8″, this window bar won’t allow anyone in or out.

Tamper-resistant screws hold the steel window guard in place. But it has a 3-step quick release guard removal feature. That way, you can get it off in an emergency when you need to exit the house fast.

They also come in a fixed version where the window guard is permanently installed.

It has a telescoping width adjustment from 31″ to 54″, so you can use it on most windows in your house.

The window security bars from Defender Security will keep your children safe.


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John Sterling Non-Opening Style 3-Bar Child Safety and Window Guard

Here is an excellent window guard setup from Knape & Vogt.

Their 3-bar unit is adjustable for 24″ to 42″ window widths and is a permanent solution to window entry.

They are 15″ high, so a window that opens 18″ is covered and secure.

The window safety bars are constructed of solid steel with 4 3/4″ spacing between the bars. That way, no one can slip through.

Also, they’ve been tested for 150 lbs. of force when extended to their full width. That’s what you want in a window bar.

It’s finished in a black powder coating, so it looks stylish and is durable too.

It’s a great option to keep your kids safe and a better deterrent for intruders.


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Grisham Spear Point 7-Bar Security Bar Window Guard

When you want to stop someone from entering your home, Grisham is the answer. They have a 36 in. x 54 in.

Their Spear Point 7-Bar Security Bar Window Guard is strong. You get the best of both worlds with these window bars; strength and looks.

They mount on the exterior of your home, and with the spears, no one is going to try to mess around with them.

And they’re decorative, so you don’t have to worry about ugly bars on your windows.

They are rust-resistant with a long-lasting finish. And require mounting brackets for fixed installation or a quick-release mechanism.


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Segal S 4767 Fixed Window Guard

Having a window guard that can protect your children from accidental falls. And ALSO securing your windows from intruders is invaluable.

Prime-line Products have you covered with their line of window security bars.

These bars are black carbon steel square tubing for extra strength and can bar egress and entry.

Your children are safe as they can’t remove these bars and can’t fit through with only 3 7/8″ spacing.

For installation, there are tamper-proof screws. And you have the option of adjusting the telescopic width from 32 1/2″ to 54″.

This window bar is only for interior use and is fixed in place.

You cannot open these for cleaning or an emergency exit, so they are for standard room windows in your house.

Prime-line does have hinged versions for use in bedrooms.


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Knape & Vogt John Sterling Swing-Open Style 6-Bar Child Safety and Window Guard

We have another Knape & Vogt window guard with a swing-open style. These work great for emergency exiting and window cleaning.

These are easy to install and are a rigid deterrent for those wanting in. And children trying to get out with their pin lock and options to add a padlock for extra security.

Installation width measures from 24″ to 42″ with a max height of 25″.

They are solid steel and have a 6-bar arrangement, so nothing is slipping through these bars.

It’s also finished with a white powder coating.

These modern window security bars will look great while securing your windows.


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What Exactly Are Window Security Bars

Window bars are protective metal bars for windows. These devices make entry into your home near impossible.

Their sole purpose is to prevent access through a window. They typically include bolting heavy-duty metal bars over your windows. Thus, leaving room for airflow.

There are several types of burger bars for windows, including:

Permanent Bars

You install these window safety bars with the intention of them being permanent.

You will have dedicated security long-term with this type.

Hinged Bars

You can get window bars that will give you the benefit of restricted access through your windows. But still can unlock and swing them open for cleaning the windows.

In an emergency situation, you may need to open them to escape through the window.

Removable Bars

Its function is in the name.

You get unobstructed windows during the day and at night and gain the ability to secure your windows.

These are typically found on business storefronts. But also works in your home or homestead.

Metal bars for windows are another layer of security for your home. And they’re a great visual deterrent for those who wish to gain unlawful entry.

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Why Do You Need Window Security Bars

Unless you live full-time in an underground bunker, you’ve been paying attention to world events.

Countries are in chaos with food shortages, natural disasters, and protests all around.

Extremist groups are smashing and grabbing everything they can get their hands on without recourse. And it’s not going to get better any time soon.

When people are desperate, they do desperate things, and you don’t want to be a victim of a house break-in.

Security bars have one job; to prevent access through your windows.

While this is their purpose, their function covers many situations.

1. Burglary

If someone is coming to your home to steal, they need to gain entry fast.

Windows are typically a weak point, so it’s essential to upgrade your security set up with window bars.

2. Protect Your Business

If you have a business location that’s not at your property, it is vulnerable to break-ins.

During the day, you and your staff are around. But when everyone leaves, gaining access is pretty easy through windows.

You can remedy this by installing burglar bars on windows and doors. This will keep your business protected overnight.

3. Keep Pets Safe

You may need to keep the windows open in hot weather, which could be an escape path for pets.

You don’t want your cat or dog slipping out when you aren’t around.

Keep them safe and secure with window bars.

4. Children

An open window is a dangerous falling hazard for young kids, and you don’t want to be part of the statistic.

When security bars on open windows, kids can see outside and get fresh air without the risk of falling out.

5. Off-Grid Cabin/Bug Out Location

If you’re a survivalist, you probably have a remote bug-out location. A place where you can head to when a major world crisis occurs.

This is a place where you have stockpiled food supplies, weapons, and survival gear.

Having it secure means staying alive, so you have to install window security bars.

Then when you get to the cabin, everything is ready for you because nobody can access it.

Great Window Security Bar Safety Features

First off, having window bars is a safety feature in itself, but there are extra deterrents you can use.

You should use unique tamper-resistant screws for exterior window bars. Once you drive them in, no one is getting them out without the right tool.

They can either have a slip side when trying to back them off or a head that requires a special tool to fit in and turn them.

Most intruders will not have this tool, so they will give up quickly when they see this.

Some models have quick release functions if you need to get out through the window.

This is important for a family. Why? Because becoming trapped inside your home during an invasion or fire, could be deadly.

You can have bars that include an interior bar that spins in place so they can’t be sawed off.

This is a clever safety feature because it will deter a burglar even if they have cutting tools.

Spear edges are also popular. Because if someone tries to reach in to open a latch, or attempt to squeeze in around the side, they’ll get snagged and cut up.

Where To Install Window Bars

The real question is, where shouldn’t I?

Every window in your home, business, and cabin is susceptible to break-ins.

If money allows, you should get them all done. If you’re concerned about the cost or don’t want your place to look like a prison, start with the most vulnerable ones first.

Basement Windows

They are easy to reach, and an intruder can lay on the ground to access them without much hassle.

Blocked Windows

Any windows or glass doors behind trees and bushes give a burglar time to break in while camouflaged.

Backyard Windows

Once an intruder is in the backyard, they can move around unnoticed.

These back windows are off the street. And usually, there are more windows and sliding glass doors outback.

Child Assessable Windows

If you have lower windows in your home where kids can get to, guard them.

Tragically, too many children have fallen to their deaths through open windows.

Business Glass

Any business entrance that’s made of glass can be smashed without much hassle.

So install bars OR window security film on all glass windows and doors for overnight security.

Final Thoughts

Home security is a must-have these days. Because as a responsible, resilient adult, you must protect what’s yours. And keep those inside safe from harm.

Skilled Survival has your safety and security in mind. Our list of window security bars and locks will help fortify your homestead and bug-out cabin.

Until next time – Prepare, Adapt, and Overcome;
“Just In Case” Jack

P.s. Do you know where the closest nuclear bunker is from your home?

There are a lot of natural nuclear shelters in the US that are absolutely free. And one of them is near your home.

Click on the image above to find out where you need to take shelter.

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Is The 1008 Point Stock Market Crash A Sign That Another 2008 Is Coming?

In 2008, we experienced a nightmarish financial crisis that was felt in every corner of the globe.  Is such an event about to happen again?  On Friday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 1,008 points as panic swept through Wall Street in the aftermath of Jerome Powell’s dramatic speech in Wyoming.  Powell made it exceedingly clear that interest rates are going to continue to go up, and that deeply alarmed investors.  Some very vocal influencers in the financial community had been anticipating that the interest rate hikes would be ending soon, but now Powell has completely dashed those hopes.  Wall Street is going to have to finally face reality in the weeks ahead, and it isn’t going to be pretty.

When I heard that the Dow had fallen 1,008 points on Friday, the last two digits immediately stood out to me.

We all remember what happened the last time a year ended in “08”.

Could this be a sign that another 2008 is coming?

Before you dismiss such a notion, there are other times when a stock market crash has seemed to have been a sign of things to come.

For example, on September 29th, 2008 the entire world was stunned when the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 777 points.  That was a new all-time record, and fear swept through Wall Street like wildfire.  The following comes from a CBS News report that was published in the immediate aftermath of that market crash…

Wall Street watched Washington with shock and fear as the bailout package flamed out on Capital Hill.

And as that $700 billion financial rescue plan went down, the Dow went down like a sub, hurtling the Dow Jones industrials down nearly 780 points in its largest one-day point drop ever, reports CBS News correspondent Anthony Mason.

“Nobody could believe it,” said Ted Weisberg of Seaport Securities. “The fact that it did not get done is just mind-boggling.” The result on Wall Street was a history-making 777-point nosedive. The Nasdaq plunged almost 10 percent.

Many thought that it was rather odd that the stock market would fall 777 points just as a 7 year Shemitah cycle was ending and a new 7 year Shemitah cycle was beginning.

Rosh Hashanah started on the evening of September 29th, 2008, and all throughout history we have seen really big things happen on or around the times of major Biblical festivals.

Ultimately, the weeks following September 29th, 2008 were some of the most difficult that we have ever seen for Wall Street.  A great financial crisis shook the entire planet, and the U.S. economy plunged into what would become known as “the Great Recession”.

7 years later, there was another stock market crash in 2015.  It was immensely painful at the time, but not a lot of people remember it today.

Now another 7 years have passed, and it appears that we are on the verge of yet another major panic on Wall Street.

Interestingly, another cycle seems to be repeating as well.

As I discussed the other day, this is the 14th anniversary of the housing crash of 2008.

But what most people don’t remember is that there was another housing crash 14 years before that in 1994.

And if you go back 14 years before that, you will find that the U.S. housing market was crashing in 1980.

Now the U.S. housing market is crashing again, and this one could turn out to be the most painful of them all.

If the Federal Reserve would just stop raising interest rates, we may have had a shot at avoiding a complete collapse of the housing bubble.

But that isn’t going to happen, and Jerome Powell made that exceptionally clear on Friday morning

In a keynote speech at the Federal Reserve’s annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium Friday morning, Powell said that the path to reducing inflation would not be quick or easy, adding that the task, “requires using our tools forcefully to bring demand and supply into better balance.”

“Using our tools forcefully”?

That doesn’t sound good at all.

And during his speech he actually seemed to promise that “some pain” would be coming for U.S. households and U.S. businesses…

“While higher interest rates, slower growth and softer labor market conditions will bring down inflation, they will also bring some pain to households and businesses,” he said. “These are the unfortunate costs of reducing inflation. But a failure to restore price stability would mean far greater pain.”

Even with four consecutive interest rate hikes, including two back-to-back 75-basis-point increases, Powell stressed that the Fed is not in a place to “stop or pause” — an unwelcome sign for investors who were predicting a rate cut next year.

So more interest rate hikes are coming.

Will it be a half a percentage point next month or will it be three-quarters of a point once again?

Only time will tell, but either choice will accelerate the collapse of the housing market and will bring even more pain for Wall Street.

Something that I will be watching very closely is the derivatives market.  As Alasdair Macleod recently explained, the derivatives bubble has expanded to a size that is almost unimaginable…

By far the largest problem in a period of credit contraction is to be found in over-the-counter derivatives. These are unlisted contractual agreements between counterparties, including commodity contracts, credit default swaps, equity linked contracts, foreign exchange derivatives, and interest rate derivatives. According to the BIS’s database, in December 2021 the notional amounts outstanding of all contracts was $610 trillion. These positions are the total of seventy dealers’ returns in twelve jurisdictions, capturing an estimated 94% of the total covered in the BIS’s triannual survey, suggesting that the true total outstanding is closer to $650 trillion.

Once this derivatives bubble finally bursts, it will be an event that will be absolutely cataclysmic for the global financial system.

I have been specifically warning about the dangers posed by the derivatives bubble for many years, and it is only a matter of time before it comes crashing down.

Unfortunately, what Jerome Powell and his minions at the Fed are doing threatens to greatly destabilize financial markets.

Wall Street is not prepared for an interest rate shock, and I believe that Fed officials are making a tragic policy error.

***It is finally here! Michael’s new book entitled “7 Year Apocalypse” is now available in paperback and for the Kindle on Amazon.***

About the Author: My name is Michael and my brand new book entitled “7 Year Apocalypse” is now available on Amazon.com.  In addition to my new book I have written five other books that are available on Amazon.com including  “Lost Prophecies Of The Future Of America”“The Beginning Of The End”“Get Prepared Now”, and “Living A Life That Really Matters”. (#CommissionsEarned)  When you purchase any of these books you help to support the work that I am doing, and one way that you can really help is by sending digital copies as gifts through Amazon to family and friends.  Time is short, and I need help getting these warnings into the hands of as many people as possible.  I have published thousands of articles on The Economic Collapse BlogEnd Of The American Dream and The Most Important News, and the articles that I publish on those sites are republished on dozens of other prominent websites all over the globe.  I always freely and happily allow others to republish my articles on their own websites, but I also ask that they include this “About the Author” section with each article.  The material contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and readers should consult licensed professionals before making any legal, business, financial or health decisions.  I encourage you to follow me on social media on Facebook and Twitter, and any way that you can share these articles with others is a great help.  These are such troubled times, and people need hope.  John 3:16 tells us about the hope that God has given us through Jesus Christ: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”  If you have not already done so, I strongly urge you to ask Jesus to be your Lord and Savior today.

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Unusual Diseases Are Killing Animals In Large Numbers All Over America


It isn’t just humans that are being hit extremely hard by deadly pestilences.  In recent weeks, I have written numerous articles about the strange diseases that have been causing severe illness and death among human populations in various parts of the globe.  But there are other plagues that have suddenly erupted that aren’t affecting us at all.  Instead, they are devastating animal populations, and so they get less media coverage.  But the truth is that some of these diseases are extremely serious.  For example, tens of millions of our chickens and turkeys are already dead due to an unprecedented bird flu pandemic.  That deeply impacts each one of us, because now chicken and turkey are much more expensive at the grocery store.  And one or more of the diseases that I am going to talk about in this article could make the jump to humans, and if that happens we could potentially be facing a big time nightmare.

Let me start my discussion by addressing a mystery that several people have written to me about this week.  A “mystery virus” that just appeared has been killing lots of dogs in Michigan…

State and federal agencies are investigating the mystery virus that has claimed the lives of at least 30 dogs in Michigan.

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Michigan State University’s veterinary laboratory, the US Department of Agriculture and other partners are working to determine the cause of the illness that has been affecting canines in the Great Lakes State for the past two months, MDARD said Monday.

The unidentified virus causes acute gastrointestinal problems and generally kills young dogs within three to five days. Symptoms include bloody diarrhea, vomiting and lethargy.

After I saw that story, I came across another story which said that the death toll went from 30 to 60 “in just a matter of days”

The number of dogs suspected of dying from a new parvo-like illness has now doubled in Northern Michigan, going from 30 to 60 in just a matter of days.

The jump has prompted state officials to investigate the unidentified illness that is mostly impacting dogs under the age of two.

Is this something that we should be alarmed about?

At this point, it is hard to say.  Some tests that have been conducted indicate that the “mystery disease” could be parvovirus, while other tests that have been done have come back completely negative…

Details about whether parvo is involved in the Michigan cases conflict. Affected dogs tested negative for parvo during initial screening by veterinarians, the Otsego County shelter and the Clare County animal control director have said.

But some of the first samples submitted to Michigan State University’s veterinary diagnostic laboratory were positive for parvovirus, the lab and the state agriculture department said Monday.

I will keep a close eye on this story.  Hopefully this virus will not continue to spread.

Meanwhile, 700 black vultures have died as a result of an outbreak of the bird flu in Georgia…

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources says they’re assessing and investigating the deaths of 700 hundred black vultures at the Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary in Locust Grove. The state has confirmed that those deaths are related to an avian influenza outbreak, commonly known as bird flu.

Workers suspect a contaminated bird got into the resident vulture population. Efforts are underway to prevent the spread to other animals.

Authorities in the U.S. have been doing their best, but they have not been able to keep this outbreak from spreading from coast to coast.

In fact, it just hit a commercial poultry flock in the state of California for the very first time

The highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza outbreak continues to spread across North America, dashing hopes that warmer temperatures would halt the spread.

The California Department of Food and Agriculture reported a commercial poultry flock of 34,000 birds in Fresno County detected bird flu. This is the first commercial flock infected in the state since the outbreak started in the US in January.

The birds at the commercial broiler breeder in Fresno were immediately euthanized to protect surrounding commercial flocks.

As I stated earlier, we have already lost tens of millions of our chickens and turkeys to this pandemic, and it appears that it will be with us for the foreseeable future.

In the best case scenario, chicken and turkey will continue to become more expensive at the grocery store.

In the worst case scenario, this version of the bird flu makes the jump to humans.

If that were to happen, the death rate could be as high as 60 percent.

On top of everything else, a hemorrhagic disease that has been wiping out rabbits in vast numbers all over the nation just continues to spread.  Here in an article about the virus showing up in one county in Minnesota

A deadly rabbit disease has been detected in Minnesota.

The Minnesota Board of Animal Health says four of a Hennepin County family’s pet rabbits died and tests confirmed the presence of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus 2 in one of the carcasses. A news release says the remains were submitted to the University of Minnesota Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in late July because the positive rabbit was lethargic, quiet, and limp before it died.

Almost all of the rabbits that catch this disease die.

So let us hope that this outbreak will subside.

Speaking of hemorrhagic diseases, another case of the Ebola virus was just confirmed in central Africa

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is experiencing a resurgence of the Ebola virus after one case was confirmed by local health authorities on Monday night, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a statement Tuesday.

The case was identified after samples from a 46-year-old woman in the eastern province of North Kivu tested positive after she died on August 15th.

The Ebola virus and the Marburg virus both appear to be active in Africa right now, and this is something that we will want to watch closely.

As I end this article, let me talk about a disease that can affect both humans and animals.

Monkeypox continues to spread very rapidly among humans all over the globe, and a very suspicious case involving a dog recently made headlines all over the planet.

Health authorities were urging those that were at high risk of infection to go out and get a shot, but nobody really knew if the injections would work against the new strain of the monkeypox that is currently going around.

Unfortunately, we received some really alarming news this week

Now, chiefs at the World Health Organisation (WHO) have warned that there has been a number of breakthrough cases of the bug.

This means that people who are vaccinated – are still catching the illness.

Dr Rosamund Lewis, WHO’s technical lead for monkeypox, said these infections have been seen in people who had a prophylaxis vaccine following exposure to the virus.

Oh.

Well, that certainly puts a different spin on things, doesn’t it?

It appears that monkeypox will be with us for quite some time to come.

In fact, so many of the pestilences that have now erupted are likely to continue circulating for years.

And as I have repeatedly warned, it is only a matter of time before even more deadly pestilences arise.

We have entered an era of great pestilences, and vast numbers of people and animals will die.

But even though the dangers are apparent to everyone, scientists that are funded by our tax dollars continue to monkey around with deadly viruses in secret labs all over the planet.

I don’t know why more people are not screaming bloody murder about this, because it is truly an existential threat.

***It is finally here! Michael’s new book entitled “7 Year Apocalypse” is now available in paperback and for the Kindle on Amazon.***

About the Author: My name is Michael and my brand new book entitled “7 Year Apocalypse” is now available on Amazon.com.  In addition to my new book I have written five other books that are available on Amazon.com including  “Lost Prophecies Of The Future Of America”“The Beginning Of The End”“Get Prepared Now”, and “Living A Life That Really Matters”. (#CommissionsEarned)  When you purchase any of these books you help to support the work that I am doing, and one way that you can really help is by sending digital copies as gifts through Amazon to family and friends.  Time is short, and I need help getting these warnings into the hands of as many people as possible.  I have published thousands of articles on The Economic Collapse BlogEnd Of The American Dream and The Most Important News, and the articles that I publish on those sites are republished on dozens of other prominent websites all over the globe.  I always freely and happily allow others to republish my articles on their own websites, but I also ask that they include this “About the Author” section with each article.  The material contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and readers should consult licensed professionals before making any legal, business, financial or health decisions.  I encourage you to follow me on social media on Facebook and Twitter, and any way that you can share these articles with others is a great help.  These are such troubled times, and people need hope.  John 3:16 tells us about the hope that God has given us through Jesus Christ: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”  If you have not already done so, I strongly urge you to ask Jesus to be your Lord and Savior today.

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Uvalde Class Action Lawsuit Seeks $27 Billion in Civil Rights Violations

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A California civil rights attorney announced plans to launch a massive $27 billion lawsuit, on the behalf of victims’ families, against eight different defendants in the wake of the tragic mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. The Uvalde class action lawsuit will name Daniel Defense, the school system and several different law enforcement agencies involved in the response to Robb Elementary School in May.

Uvalde Class Action Lawsuit

“What we intend to do (is) to help serve this community, and that is to file a $27 billion civil right lawsuit under our United States Constitution, one-ofa-kind in the world,” said attorney Charles Bonner of Bonner & Bonner Law, reported ksat.com.

The lawsuit will name the gunman’s uncle, who allegedly drove the shooter Oasis Outback–also named–where the transfer took place. Law enforcement named include three local agencies, along with state and federal agencies. Finally, it names Daniel Defense, a move reminiscent of the Sandy Hook lawsuit and eventual settlement that helped take down Remington Outdoor Company.

“We have the school police, OK, Arredondo, we have the city police, and we have the sheriffs and we have the Texas Rangers, the DPS and we have the Border Patrol,” Bonner said, reported ksat.com. “There will be some institutional defendants as well, such as school board or such as City Council or such as the City of Uvalde.”

Lawsuit Targets

  • Daniel Defense: Manufacturer of the alleged gun used
  • Oasis Outback: Shop where gun was transferred
  • Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District Police Department
  • Uvalde Police Department
  • Uvalde County Sheriff’s Office
  • Texas Department of Public Safety
  • U.S. Border Patrol
  • Gunman’s Uncle: Allegedly drove shooter to the gun shop

The suit will allege the victims suffered violations to their right of life under the 14th Amendment. Bonner’s team in the suit include a local Uvalde law office and Everytown for Gun Safety, reported ksat.com.

“People have a right to life under the 14th Amendment and what we’ve seen here is that the law enforcement agencies have shown a deliberate conscious disregard of the life,” Bonner said. “Everyone in this world are hurting and bleeding about what is happening here in Uvalde. And it’s up to us to make sure it doesn’t happen again.”

Editor’s Note:

The Uvalde shooting became one of America’s most disturbing mass shootings, killing 19 students and two teachers. No argument can ignore the magnitude of this horrific tragedy and loss of life.

Yet the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act remains law in this land. Daniel Defense, much like Remington before it, burdens no responsibility in how firearms get used in the world. Period. The Assault Weapons Ban expired. The Connecticut Supreme Court allowed Remington to be targeted. It should have never happened.

The AR-15, and other semi-auto weapons, remain legal to manufacture, own, carry and use in many states–especially Texas. Any federal judge worth a grain of salt should kick their inclusion in this lawsuit to the curb.

We’ve all seen the videos posted on Uvalde. It sure appears the boots on the ground made a litany of mistakes responding to this active shooter. The fault lies not with Daniel Defense.

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