While crossbows have been used for centuries for everything from self-defense to hunting, their popularity waned in recent years. But with the popularity of fan-favorite Daryl Dixon on the Walking Dead, the crossbow has had a resurgence with young viewers looking to imitate the character. Its practicality and versatility makes it a handy weapon to […]
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10 Ways Duct Tape Can Save Your Life
The do-it-all material we know today as duct tape has a long and celebrated history. While early versions of it existed in the 1900’s, it was the mother of two World War II Navy sailors who came up with the idea of duct tape as we know it. As a factory worker, Vesta Stoudt worried […]
Read More...How to Protect Yourself In A Riot
On Saturday, July 9, 2016, protests against police brutality took place in cities across the United States. In many places, the protests were peaceful and organized. But in St. Paul, Minnesota, things escalated quickly. Protestors began throwing rocks and lit firecrackers at police. One police officer was hit with a slab of concrete which shattered […]
Read More...5 Ways to Keep Your Parents Safe in Their Own Home
If your parents are older, you likely worry about their safety and well-being. While you know they value their independence and love their home, you are concerned about them being alone. Your mom and dad are not as strong as they used to be, and you imagine all kinds of dangerous scenarios. From struggling to […]
Read More...What Does Brexit Mean For Your Retirement?
Last month, the world news was rocked when British citizens voted for the United Kingdom to leave the European Union. The voting was close, with just 42 percent in favor of the move, but the “Brexit” decision is a huge change in the world economy with significant implications for investors all over the globe. The […]
Read More...Overlooked Emergency Supplies: Sugar and Salt
When you are building your emergency kit, you likely have the bare bones to help you get through a crisis, such as non-perishable food, water filters, a knife, flashlight and a first-aid kit. There is little room in a survival kit for comforts since it’s essential that it be light and portable enough to carry. […]
Read More...5 Ways to Develop Your Executive Presence
For both men and women, executive presence is a key trait necessary for climbing the corporate ladder and taking on positions of leadership. It is how you motivate staff, promote vision to investors and appeal to the public. However, executive presence is not easy to define; it is a series of traits that combine to […]
Read More...Workplace Issues: What’s Really Holding Women Back?
In 2015, a significant milestone for women was achieved; for the first time, women became more likely to earn a bachelor’s degree than men. They are also more likely to graduate on time and outpace men when it comes to obtaining a graduate degree. However, while women are increasingly more educated and make up more […]
Read More...10 Things to Consider Before Switching Careers
If you spend Sunday nights with a knot in your stomach and increasing anxiety about the next morning, it is time to consider a career change. However, before you triumphantly quit and walk out the door, do some careful thinking about what’s going on and what you want to do to avoid leaving one problem […]
Read More...7 Ways to Purify Water Without Electricity
Many people have prepared emergency kits in case of regular disasters, such as a power outage or intense snow storm. The kits usually include food, medicine and jugs of water. But in an actual emergency situation, water stores will be depleted quickly, and clean drinking water can be hard to find. Water is the most […]
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