Demographics: Getting rid of stuff – pianos, hutches and fine China dishware
Due to an "inheritance glut" and other changes, pianos are now free, 8-10 place "fine China" place settings sell for $50, and few want Grandma's "hutch".
Apple only supports the OS for 3-5 years: Windows 10 users switch to Mac OS X?
Story claims Windows 10 users who cannot upgrade after ten years of support are switching to Macs whose OS gets 3-5 years of support...
Economy: Should homes be turned in to multi-unit room rentals?
Should we tax "unused rooms"? And what is a unused room?
Demographics: The Downsizing Dilemma
"Boomers" are supposed to downsize to smaller homes. But the US has not built many smaller homes in most of the past 50 years.
Nutrition: Good article on vitamin B-12 deficiency
Finally, a good article on B-12.
Demographics: “Boomers” are the cause of high priced homes
Economy: Housing problems are all due to "boomers" because they are not moving to smaller homes. Reality: The US has not built smaller homes for 50 years.
Health: The ACA and pre-existing conditions
Many incorrectly believe there were no pre-existing condition exclusioin protections before the ACA passed in 2010. This is not true, however.
Retail: What is happening to the retail espresso cafe market?
The retail coffee/espresso market has changed a lot, with consumers opting for home made lattes, and pre-made bottled drinks.
Immigration: Sanctuary policies, and how other countries deal with this issue
The US - and sanctuary cities and states - have historically taken a relaxed approach to illegal immigration. Other countries do not treat US citizens so nicely.
Economy: Are job cuts leading to a recession?
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates today, it is said, because of concerns over the job market.