Crime: Crime rates since 1960
In recent decades, the crime rate has gone down, which may be a surprise considering the doomerism media coverage.
Doomerism: Many retired will “un-retire”?
Says retirees are going to "un-retire" because everything is awful But the % of un-reitrees has been steady for a long time.
Modern: Oregon and Washington seek to legalize polygamy
I'm so old, I remember when polygamy was evil.
Social: “Charity” is a brand, but not reality of many non-profits
Many charities are now de facto government subcontractors you fund with your taxes. Should you also donate directly? Individual donations often make up little of their revenue.
Personal finance: You get rich by not spending-who knew?
Wealth is created by earning, saving and investing. Not by spending money on "stuff" that mostly gets stored and seldom used. Also simplifies your life.
Economy: “18% of California homes change hands via inheritance”
And this is likely explained by the large baby boom cohort now hitting age 80 and passing away, in a state with Prop 13 property tax benefits.
Security: TPMS tire pressure monitoring provide a way to track vehicles
TPMS gauges transmit tire pressure info - and a unique vehicle ID - mostly in the clear, and this can be received and used for tracking.
Social: What happened to “socialites”?
What happened to "socialites" and the socialite lifestyle and "circuit"? They still exist but their form has mutated to influencers and non-profit hobby jobs.
Personal finance: Pilot pay – why you may want a licensed job
Experienced airline pilots earn $400k to $500k/year, thanks to licensing, unionization and anti-competition laws passed by Congress.