Demographics: Don’t choose your investments based on population forecasts
The first lesson (or valuable reminder at least) is this: no one has a crystal ball. It’s not so very long ago at all that every story about demographics was…
Public health: Pediatricians say kids should not walk to school by themselves until age 10
The American Academy of Pediatrics says kids should not be allowed to walk to school by themselves until age 10
Follow up: “The drought in the western U.S. could last until 2030”
In 2021: In 2022: May 2023: June 2023 : Expert predictions are rarely accurate. Information on historical drought conditions in the U.S.
Based on a terrible study: Cycling advocates think wearing helmets is unsafe
A poorly done study concludes bike helmets encourage road rage. The study is so poor that its results are invalid.
Yes it is: Covid isn’t over
We’ve been told over and over and over again that Covid will never be “over” – but will become endemic and most will have Covid several times during the rest…
EVs: EVs continue to have a price problem
EVs continue to be priced at absurd levels - and the demand for $80k EVs may be waning.
Norway’s wealth tax results in a drop in tax revenue
Their 1.1% tax on net wealth (not income) has led to the wealthy leaving the country and a dramatic drop in tax revenue.
Automation: Hotel self check in
This was not the first hotel self check in that I have used – but this one was fully digital. You enter your confirmation number and last name to confirm…
Energy: Living off grid – and the realities
This seems to be an honest assessment of living off grid. Youtube and Instagram portrayals leave out the details and too often present an idyllic and unrealistic portrayal of what…
Was thinking this too: “Titanic sub tragedy stokes fears for space tourism”
Titanic sub tragedy stokes fears for space tourism (axios.com) These businesses are kind of odd – they cater to multi-guzillionaires who are bored with life and seeking new thrills, and…