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World War I’s trenches were far from five-star accommodations. Imagine the worst Airbnb you’ve ever stayed in, now add knee-deep mud, giant rats, and the constant threat of sudden, explosive eviction. Soldiers on all sides endured an environment that was cramped, muddy, and perpetually soaked. Personal space was a luxury and the aroma of damp earth (not to mention dead bodies) was your constant companion. This was no spa retreat; it was more like living in a glorified puddle.   Image is courtesy of Unsplash.com Rats, Lice, and Trench Foot: The Unholy Trinity of Trench Life The trenches were veritable petri dishes for vermin. Rats the size of small cats roamed freely, feasting on anything they could find, including, disturbingly, human remains. These rats weren’t the cute, friendly kind you see in Disney movies but more like the evil cousins of Splinter from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, feasting on everything in sight. Lice were another unwelcome guest, contributing ...

The world’s burning. The bombs are coming. But don’t panic. Well, panic if you want to, but we’ve got a plan. Sure, nuclear war might end civilization as we know it, but hey , it’s also an opportunity. That’s right—while everyone else is scrambling for shelter and survival, you’re going to be cashing in on the chaos. Forget stocks and bonds. Forget real estate. The new gold is radiation. And you, my friend, are about to profit from the fallout.   Image is f ree to use, attribution appreciated. jackdawposts.com   From Doom to Boom: Capitalizing on Catastrophe While the prospect of nuclear war is undoubtedly terrifying, it’s never too early to start thinking about the future – even if that future is a post-apocalyptic wasteland. With tensions rising between Russia and NATO over the war in Ukraine, are you worried about the looming threat of nuclear war? Well, worry no more! As the world inches closer to a nuclear holocaust, it’s time to start thinking about how to prof...