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Summertime Milkyway.
June 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Summertime Milkyway.
I am not a good Walmart shopper. I just want to go in, get my items, and leave. No browsing or wandering. But a good retailer does many things to get you to browse. So I built this app today.
June 19, 2025 at 10:20 PM
I am not a good Walmart shopper. I just want to go in, get my items, and leave. No browsing or wandering. But a good retailer does many things to get you to browse. So I built this app today.
Vibe coding 2 AI bots taking over the world. It's a dark comedy.
June 11, 2025 at 2:36 AM
Vibe coding 2 AI bots taking over the world. It's a dark comedy.
Vibe coded a new game. Emoji Puzzle Game uses AI to create emoji puzzles with hints. AI runs local on my Mac. It does come up with a unique puzzle every time.
June 10, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Vibe coded a new game. Emoji Puzzle Game uses AI to create emoji puzzles with hints. AI runs local on my Mac. It does come up with a unique puzzle every time.
Crypto is not safe:
On February 21, 2025, cryptocurrency exchange Bybit suffered a record-breaking hack, with attackers stealing approximately $1.4–1.5 billion in Ethereum (ETH) from a cold wallet. This is considered the largest crypto heist in history.
On February 21, 2025, cryptocurrency exchange Bybit suffered a record-breaking hack, with attackers stealing approximately $1.4–1.5 billion in Ethereum (ETH) from a cold wallet. This is considered the largest crypto heist in history.
February 23, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Crypto is not safe:
On February 21, 2025, cryptocurrency exchange Bybit suffered a record-breaking hack, with attackers stealing approximately $1.4–1.5 billion in Ethereum (ETH) from a cold wallet. This is considered the largest crypto heist in history.
On February 21, 2025, cryptocurrency exchange Bybit suffered a record-breaking hack, with attackers stealing approximately $1.4–1.5 billion in Ethereum (ETH) from a cold wallet. This is considered the largest crypto heist in history.
From The NY Times:
Black Student Enrollment at Harvard Law Drops by More Than Half
After a Supreme Court decision ended race-based admissions, some law schools saw a decline in Black and Hispanic students entering this fall. Harvard appeared to have the steepest drop.
Black Student Enrollment at Harvard Law Drops by More Than Half
After a Supreme Court decision ended race-based admissions, some law schools saw a decline in Black and Hispanic students entering this fall. Harvard appeared to have the steepest drop.
January 6, 2025 at 1:17 PM
From The NY Times:
Black Student Enrollment at Harvard Law Drops by More Than Half
After a Supreme Court decision ended race-based admissions, some law schools saw a decline in Black and Hispanic students entering this fall. Harvard appeared to have the steepest drop.
Black Student Enrollment at Harvard Law Drops by More Than Half
After a Supreme Court decision ended race-based admissions, some law schools saw a decline in Black and Hispanic students entering this fall. Harvard appeared to have the steepest drop.
2025 will start with MAGA going through a hostile takeover bid by Musk. Trump's response to this attack on his power could be to nationalize SpaceX, Twitter (X), and other Musk assets. Trump could also have the DOJ start an open-ended Musk investigation.
December 31, 2024 at 2:02 PM
2025 will start with MAGA going through a hostile takeover bid by Musk. Trump's response to this attack on his power could be to nationalize SpaceX, Twitter (X), and other Musk assets. Trump could also have the DOJ start an open-ended Musk investigation.
Legal Considerations of US Regaining the Canal
1/4
The legality of the US regaining control of the Panama Canal is highly questionable. The Torrijos-Carter Treaties explicitly state that Panama would assume full control of the Canal on December 31, 1999.
1/4
The legality of the US regaining control of the Panama Canal is highly questionable. The Torrijos-Carter Treaties explicitly state that Panama would assume full control of the Canal on December 31, 1999.
December 23, 2024 at 1:59 AM
Legal Considerations of US Regaining the Canal
1/4
The legality of the US regaining control of the Panama Canal is highly questionable. The Torrijos-Carter Treaties explicitly state that Panama would assume full control of the Canal on December 31, 1999.
1/4
The legality of the US regaining control of the Panama Canal is highly questionable. The Torrijos-Carter Treaties explicitly state that Panama would assume full control of the Canal on December 31, 1999.
2/4
Any attempt by the US to unilaterally take back the Canal would be a clear violation of international law and would likely face widespread condemnation from the world community. Such a move could also have significant economic consequences for the US, potentially disrupting trade, US interests.
Any attempt by the US to unilaterally take back the Canal would be a clear violation of international law and would likely face widespread condemnation from the world community. Such a move could also have significant economic consequences for the US, potentially disrupting trade, US interests.
December 23, 2024 at 1:57 AM
2/4
Any attempt by the US to unilaterally take back the Canal would be a clear violation of international law and would likely face widespread condemnation from the world community. Such a move could also have significant economic consequences for the US, potentially disrupting trade, US interests.
Any attempt by the US to unilaterally take back the Canal would be a clear violation of international law and would likely face widespread condemnation from the world community. Such a move could also have significant economic consequences for the US, potentially disrupting trade, US interests.
3/4
For the US to attempt to reclaim the Canal would not only undermine Panama's autonomy but also raise questions about US respect for international law and the sovereignty of other nations. Such a move would likely damage US relations with Latin America and the broader international community.
For the US to attempt to reclaim the Canal would not only undermine Panama's autonomy but also raise questions about US respect for international law and the sovereignty of other nations. Such a move would likely damage US relations with Latin America and the broader international community.
December 23, 2024 at 1:56 AM
3/4
For the US to attempt to reclaim the Canal would not only undermine Panama's autonomy but also raise questions about US respect for international law and the sovereignty of other nations. Such a move would likely damage US relations with Latin America and the broader international community.
For the US to attempt to reclaim the Canal would not only undermine Panama's autonomy but also raise questions about US respect for international law and the sovereignty of other nations. Such a move would likely damage US relations with Latin America and the broader international community.
4/4
The future of the Panama Canal and US-Panama relations hinges on the choices made by both nations in the coming months and years. A commitment to diplomacy, respect for international law, and a recognition of the shared history and interconnectedness of the two countries will be essential.
The future of the Panama Canal and US-Panama relations hinges on the choices made by both nations in the coming months and years. A commitment to diplomacy, respect for international law, and a recognition of the shared history and interconnectedness of the two countries will be essential.
December 23, 2024 at 1:53 AM
4/4
The future of the Panama Canal and US-Panama relations hinges on the choices made by both nations in the coming months and years. A commitment to diplomacy, respect for international law, and a recognition of the shared history and interconnectedness of the two countries will be essential.
The future of the Panama Canal and US-Panama relations hinges on the choices made by both nations in the coming months and years. A commitment to diplomacy, respect for international law, and a recognition of the shared history and interconnectedness of the two countries will be essential.
5/5
These stark contrasts aren't accidents. They're symptoms of deep societal inequalities and unleveled power structures that have increased over the last 2 decades. Examining this disparity is crucial to understanding our world.
These stark contrasts aren't accidents. They're symptoms of deep societal inequalities and unleveled power structures that have increased over the last 2 decades. Examining this disparity is crucial to understanding our world.
December 20, 2024 at 8:19 PM
5/5
These stark contrasts aren't accidents. They're symptoms of deep societal inequalities and unleveled power structures that have increased over the last 2 decades. Examining this disparity is crucial to understanding our world.
These stark contrasts aren't accidents. They're symptoms of deep societal inequalities and unleveled power structures that have increased over the last 2 decades. Examining this disparity is crucial to understanding our world.
4/5
Ultra-elite lifestyles: Private jets, global networks, shaping the future through massive investments.
Avg American lifestyle: concerned with daily needs & financial security. Worlds apart.
Ultra-elite lifestyles: Private jets, global networks, shaping the future through massive investments.
Avg American lifestyle: concerned with daily needs & financial security. Worlds apart.
December 20, 2024 at 8:12 PM
4/5
Ultra-elite lifestyles: Private jets, global networks, shaping the future through massive investments.
Avg American lifestyle: concerned with daily needs & financial security. Worlds apart.
Ultra-elite lifestyles: Private jets, global networks, shaping the future through massive investments.
Avg American lifestyle: concerned with daily needs & financial security. Worlds apart.
3/5
Ultra-elites possess extreme economic, cultural, & social capital. They control industries, shape policy, & influence public discourse. The average American has limited power and voice in comparison.
Ultra-elites possess extreme economic, cultural, & social capital. They control industries, shape policy, & influence public discourse. The average American has limited power and voice in comparison.
December 20, 2024 at 8:10 PM
3/5
Ultra-elites possess extreme economic, cultural, & social capital. They control industries, shape policy, & influence public discourse. The average American has limited power and voice in comparison.
Ultra-elites possess extreme economic, cultural, & social capital. They control industries, shape policy, & influence public discourse. The average American has limited power and voice in comparison.
2/5
Avg American: constrained by work hrs, dependent on public systems, limited social networks, modest consumption.
Ultra-elite: autonomy, vast networks, luxury lifestyle, immense financial power.
Avg American: constrained by work hrs, dependent on public systems, limited social networks, modest consumption.
Ultra-elite: autonomy, vast networks, luxury lifestyle, immense financial power.
December 20, 2024 at 8:05 PM
2/5
Avg American: constrained by work hrs, dependent on public systems, limited social networks, modest consumption.
Ultra-elite: autonomy, vast networks, luxury lifestyle, immense financial power.
Avg American: constrained by work hrs, dependent on public systems, limited social networks, modest consumption.
Ultra-elite: autonomy, vast networks, luxury lifestyle, immense financial power.
1/5
The avg American vs. ultra-elites: It's not just about more. It's about vastly different access to resources, power, & opportunity. We are experiancing social and economic stratification at its starkest.
The avg American vs. ultra-elites: It's not just about more. It's about vastly different access to resources, power, & opportunity. We are experiancing social and economic stratification at its starkest.
December 20, 2024 at 8:00 PM
1/5
The avg American vs. ultra-elites: It's not just about more. It's about vastly different access to resources, power, & opportunity. We are experiancing social and economic stratification at its starkest.
The avg American vs. ultra-elites: It's not just about more. It's about vastly different access to resources, power, & opportunity. We are experiancing social and economic stratification at its starkest.
The concept of "beneficial constraints" from sociology offer's a fascinating lens to see why our critical institutions like the FDIC and the CFPB are so vital. The FDIC created constraints that paradoxically increased financial freedom, made deposits safer, and provided more money to banks.
December 17, 2024 at 2:08 PM
The concept of "beneficial constraints" from sociology offer's a fascinating lens to see why our critical institutions like the FDIC and the CFPB are so vital. The FDIC created constraints that paradoxically increased financial freedom, made deposits safer, and provided more money to banks.
Or consider a single mother struggling to make ends meet. Without the CFPB, she might fall prey to a payday lender who charges exorbitant interest rates, trapping her in a cycle of debt.
December 17, 2024 at 1:10 PM
Or consider a single mother struggling to make ends meet. Without the CFPB, she might fall prey to a payday lender who charges exorbitant interest rates, trapping her in a cycle of debt.
Bank Failures Before and After the FDIC
Before the FDIC was established in 1933, bank failures were a frequent occurrence in the United States. During the Great Depression, approximately 4,000 commercial banks failed in 1933 alone.
Before the FDIC was established in 1933, bank failures were a frequent occurrence in the United States. During the Great Depression, approximately 4,000 commercial banks failed in 1933 alone.
December 17, 2024 at 12:41 PM
Bank Failures Before and After the FDIC
Before the FDIC was established in 1933, bank failures were a frequent occurrence in the United States. During the Great Depression, approximately 4,000 commercial banks failed in 1933 alone.
Before the FDIC was established in 1933, bank failures were a frequent occurrence in the United States. During the Great Depression, approximately 4,000 commercial banks failed in 1933 alone.
I learned my homeowner insurance coverage is not being renewed thanks to the brilliant minds behind climate change policy. I mean, who needs insurance when the apocalypse is just around the corner? Am I right?
December 4, 2024 at 6:36 PM
I learned my homeowner insurance coverage is not being renewed thanks to the brilliant minds behind climate change policy. I mean, who needs insurance when the apocalypse is just around the corner? Am I right?