Economy: The real reason people are falling behind on payments and debt? Living for the present?
Post Covid there has been increase in "living for the present" as people realized they might be postponing experiences for a future that does not come.
Economy: Vox says Gen Z isn’t having the worst possible time in history
Social media says Gen Z is screwed and they are going through the worst time in history. Vox, though, says this is not true.
Personal finance: Perhaps this blog should focus on making wise economic choices?
The past few days, I've encountered people making poor economic decisions - that seem obvious, but for whatever reason, they were not obvious to the individuals.
Climate: Swedish youth concern for climate plummets to 13-15%
Swedish youth have lost interest in the climate. So has Greta Thunberg, who took up sailing to the mid-east.
Business: What do Starbuck’s Baristas earn in Seattle?
How much do Starbucks Baristas earn?
Transportation: California turning I-80 into a toll road
Out of area visitors who do not have a Fastrak pass will be mailed a bill for the toll PLUS a $10 penalty fee.
No: Is the housing shortage due to “Boomers” not downsizing?
"Boomers" age 65+ are already living in smaller homes, per data, and this is largely unchanged in 25 years.
Surprising reason used cars became expensive
The Obama era "Cash for Clunkers" program removed almost 700,000 used vehicles from the marketplace leading to higher prices for used cars.
Home ownership by age group
Home ownership by age group has remained remarkably constant over decades, contrary to some recent media memes.
Carbon credits CEO convicted and sentenced
CEO of a carbon credits business damaged cars, slashed tires, had an explosive device, and shut down I-5. He opposes democracy.
Nutrition: Vegetarian eating not widespread
Media stories imply there are a lot of vegans and vegetarians. A 2023 Gallop poll found just 4% of the US is vegetarian and 1% vegan, down from 6%/2% 18…
Demographics: Population collapse coming to America?
The U.S. population may shrink, slightly in 2025, the first time that has ever happened.
Business: Union to kill off Starbucks?
Starbucks, which has seen weakening business for some time, will now see 650 stores hit by worker strikes.