In a world where the unexpected can strike at any moment, a growing number of people are taking the concept of preparedness to heart. Preppers, as they're known, have a knack for collecting items that ...

As Cyclone Alfred approached Queensland and New South Wales in March, news coverage showed supermarket shelves emptied of essentials and car boots piled high with toilet paper. It was grimly ...

As cases of the coronavirus rise in the United States, preppers have watched with a mix of concern, weariness and even some hope that Americans will learn from their example. By Alan Yuhas For weeks, ...

When people talk about getting ready for disaster, two groups always come up — preppers and survivalists. At first glance, they seem alike: both value self-reliance and readiness when life takes a ...