John McC. mentioned an interesting (albeit slow-loading) environmental threat map site.
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I heard from a reader in Wyoming about some newly-manufactured herdsman-style trailers equipped with wood stoves. They look like a good option for extended camping situations, or a way to house extra families that show up at your retreat at the 11th Hour.
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Damon pointed us to a Washington Times editorial: The coming war with Iran.
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India floods leave 2.5 million homeless, 250 dead. (My thanks to Eric C. for the link )