We all want to keep ourselves and our families safe, but depending on the country you live in there are limitations on what you are allowed to carry on the street to do so. There is also the danger that these weapons could easily be used against you if you don’t know what you are…
A brand of keychain has come under fire in Texas, United States of America, after authorities realized that it not only is just a keychain but can be used as a self-defense tool – namely, a knuckleduster. This self-defense keychain is becoming more and more popular in America, especially among women, as an alternative to…
Pepper spray is well known for being great in a tight spot. It has many uses, from defending against a sexual attack to blinding your opponent so you can get a free punch or two in. It came into popularity in the mid 1990s and has been a handbag accessory ever since, but we want…
Normally, we wouldn’t be seen dead with a selfie stick, but now it seems the humble ‘selfie stick’ has a brand new use, one that we very much approve of. The selfie stick that has been banned in places such as Disneyland and football stadiums due to safety concerns, takes on a new meaning after…
Let’s face it, AR is getting more and more popular nowadays, and video games are being brought to life (quite literally) using augmented reality! Thanks to this savvy developer Abhishek Singh, now you can play Street Fighter with your very own smartphone device. Using Apple’s augmented reality software, programmer Abhishek Singh was able to create…
Swords, knives, and blades are pretty cool to use in martial arts, but when was the last time you got up close and delivered hits using a fist weapon? The most common type of fist weapon we’re all familiar with is the brass knuckles, mostly for how easy it is to carry around. However, there…
Japanese swords are some of the most venerated weapons in history, and this is very clear both in fiction and in the amazing martial arts that are associated with their use. They’re famous for their awesome cutting power; however, they’re not magically invulnerable weapons, and can be easily damaged if not used or cared for…
Even though it’s now easier than ever to learn a martial art due to the widespread use of the internet, there is, arguably, a decreasing need for the expertise of true martial arts grandmasters. In Hong Kong, for example, the center of kung fu is deteriorating because technology is limiting the practice of certain, less…
There’s a diverse array of weapons out there, and while you might know the most common ones, you may still be surprised by obscure weapons that you don’t encounter frequently! Here are some unique, alternative weapons used throughout history, including some that have made appearances in popular culture, even though you might not have recognized…