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1:30PM Angus Kidman | If you want a particular phone model (or colour) that hasn’t been released in Australia, then buying it as a “grey market” import can seem like an appealing way to solve the problem. But as well as not getting any local warranty support, you might run into trouble when it comes to making 000 emergency calls. More »
Grey Market Phones Might Be A 000 Risk
1:30PM Angus Kidman | If you want a particular phone model (or colour) that hasn’t been released in Australia, then buying it as a “grey market” import can seem like an appealing way to solve the problem. But as well as not getting any local warranty support, you might run into trouble when it comes to making 000 emergency calls. More » 
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10:30AM Angus Kidman | There are already plans in place to restrict mobile access for 000 time wasters, but is technology being used to maximum effect to help locate genuine emergencies? More »
Is Technology Being Used Effectively To Help 000?
10:30AM Angus Kidman | There are already plans in place to restrict mobile access for 000 time wasters, but is technology being used to maximum effect to help locate genuine emergencies? More »
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12:00PM Angus Kidman | About half the calls made to the 000 emergency number turn out to be inappropriate, so it’s not surprising that plans have been introduced to block the mobiles of people who repeatedly misuse the service. More »
Repeat 000 Time Wasters Will Have Their Mobiles Blocked
12:00PM Angus Kidman | About half the calls made to the 000 emergency number turn out to be inappropriate, so it’s not surprising that plans have been introduced to block the mobiles of people who repeatedly misuse the service. More »
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The Key To CPR Is Stayin’ Alive
1:00AM Adam Pash | According to MSN Health, the key to keeping the right rhythm while you’re performing CPR is humming the Bee Gees classic, Stayin’ Alive. Should be easy enough to remember. Thanks Brad! Photo by skyfaller. More »
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Save Your Life in an Emergency with Common Objects and Smarts
1:00AM Adam Pash | Reader’s Digest lists 12 life-or-death situations and the actions you can take to save yourself when you can’t count on aid from anyone else—including some advice that might surprise you. You’re gushing blood—and getting scared. Forget about tourniquets, says Dr. Schneider of the American College of Emergency Physicians. Use your hand or a clean cloth, paper towels, a scarf, or any fabric you can grab, and push down on the wound until the bleeding stops. Tourniquets, which every Boy Scout learned how to make back in the day, are now a first-aid no-no. The article covers everything from bear attacks and poison to impalement and heart attacks. Some are obvious (don’t we all know about performing a self-Heimlich with a chair?), but in all there are some great tips worth adding to your survivalist repertoire. Got a few clever life-savers of your own? Let’s hear about them in the comments. Save Your Own Life [Reader's Digest] More »Make a Master Information Document for Worst Case Scenarios
1:00AM Kevin Purdy | The Simple Dollar financial blog offers up a guide to creating a “Master Information Document”—a single piece of paper that’s locked away securely, explained only to family and very close friends, and which has all the information someone would need to put your finances and will in order if something happened to you. Blogger Trent recommends writing down information on all your open accounts, a list of all your debts and assets, and any estate-related documents, like a will or trust, in a filing cabinet or other secure place. We’ve offered a bigger-picture guide to organising your family’s information in case of emergencies, but Trent’s advice is sound, especially for anyone who hasn’t even glanced at the idea of emergency planning. Making and Maintaining a Master Information Document [The Simple Dollar] More »
Create a DIY “Ultimate Protection Portfolio”
1:20AM Kevin Purdy | Inspired by a relative’s spending of nearly $70 on Suze Orman’s “Ultimate Protection Porftfolio,” J.D. at the Get Rich Slowly blog compiled a lower-cost DIY version that accomplishes the same goal: serving as a base-level, must-do box to ensure financial health and long-term security. Among the items he suggests keeping inside: A standard expanding/accordian file Will and trust forms/primers Emergency information sheets, such as those available free on the net. More »
Keep a Good Locksmith in Your Mobile Phone Contacts
12:00AM Kevin Purdy | The Marc and Angel productivity blog drums up 10 useful mobile phone numbers to keep in your contacts list—the kind of numbers you don’t use often, but you really want to get at fast when you do. Among them, they make a strong argument to do a little research ahead of time and find a reputable, affordable, and, most importantly, available locksmith: There’s nothing worst than being locked out, especially at night. Save yourself the hassle of trying to find a reputable locksmith with reasonable prices when you are locked out and stressed out. Do a little homework now and find yourself a reputable locksmith that has a 24 hour emergency call service. Sound advice, and quick to accomplish with a Google Maps or online yellow page service. What must-have numbers are firmly lodged in your phone’s address book? Serve up a few ideas in the comments. 10 Handy Numbers to Save in Your Mobile Phone [Marc and Angel] More »What Do You Take With You During an Evacuation?
10:00PM Gina Trapani | After two days of living on the verge of evacuation in wildfire-ravaged San Diego, I’ve had lots of time to think about what stuff to grab and go in case the fire comes my way. Of course the computer, a hard drive or two, irreplaceable photo albums, jewelry like wedding/engagement rings and heirlooms, and important paperwork—like birth certificate, house deed, insurance papers, passport—are all on my list. What about you? If you had 30 minutes to evacuate your home, what would you take with you? Let us know in the comments. More »
