Odds ‘n Sods:

B.B. suggested an essay by Eric Peters: Where We’re Headed…

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The first hand account of Air Force One pilot Col. Mark Tillman’s experiences on 9-11-01 are well worth the watch. (Thanks to F.G. for the link.)

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Troy H. suggested this National Geographic article: Seven Billion: By 2045 global population is projected to reach nine billion. Can the planet take the strain?

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SurvivalBlog’s Editor at Large Michael Z. Williamson pointed me to this new product: The Rifle Integrated Power Rail (RIPR). Mike’s comment: “I’m not a huge fan of having a lot of battery powered accessories on a weapon, but, if it’s necessary, this centralized power supply looks like a sound idea.”