Odds ‘n Sods:

More bad news from the P.I.: Typhoon that smashed houses to smithereens: Full horror of destruction in Philippines revealed as rescue workers says two thirds of dead are children. We also read: The Chaos After the Super Typhoon. And the president has declared a national calamity amid widespread looting. If you want to help with the relief effort, please don’t send contributions to the bloated, top-heavy charities like the Red Cross. Instead, please send your donations to any of the dozens of small charities that have had a long-established presence in the country.

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Reader M.P. in Seattle found a link to the UK version of the fictional “Blackout” that was created by the same production company.

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I recently heard about a new Christian retreat community that is being planned for 150+ acres in North Florida.

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Woolsey warns of EMP threat: Inside the Ring: North Korean missiles deemed a serious threat to U.S.

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I heard that Hidden Hybrid Holsters is offering a 10% off coupon for the month of November, 2013. Customers can enter coupon code jdubs1113 at checkout to receive the discount. Oh, and speaking of hybrid holster makers, I noticed that Crossbreed Holsters has further expanded their product line.

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World’s First 3D Printed Metal Gun Manufactured by Solid Concepts

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New homeowner opens shelter sealed since 1961. (Note the still very practical Zenith Transoceanic multi-band receiver. If the new owner is wise, then he will re-stock the shelter with lots fresh food supplies and plenty of ammunition.)