Friday, October 3, 2025
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Will Asteroid Apophis Hit Earth?
AI Overview
If Asteroid Apophis were to strike Earth, it would release an immense amount of energy, equivalent to over 1,000 megatons of TNT, or hundreds of nuclear weapons, causing widespread destruction across a radius of hundreds of kilometers.
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Important Note: While a hypothetical strike by Apophis would be catastrophic on a regional and potentially global scale, the scientific community has determined that it is no longer on a collision course with Earth for the foreseeable future.
The Cost of Climate Alarmism
Lomborg points out that global warming and climate change are real but exaggerated. These exaggerations result in catastrophic consequences, both environmentally and economically. Using data and models for hurricanes, wildfires, and flooding to exemplify these exaggerations, Lomborg points out that climate disaster is on the decline thanks to human adaptation.
Climate alarmists conclude future disasters will cost the world trillions of dollars, but those data points assume people will do nothing. Through adaptation, the reality is fewer people will be impacted by climate disasters, and the cost of damages will decrease due to better preparation, technology, and innovation.
KEY POINTS
Global warming is a real problem, but it's often over-exaggerated.
Global warming is a real problem, but it's often over-exaggerated.
Fire burn areas have decreased from 4% per year of global land in 1900 to only 2.5% in recent years.
Deaths from climate-related disasters have declined from 500,000 in 1920 to just under 7,000 per year in recent years.
The cost to mitigate climate change outcomes is more affordable than the cost of implementing Net Zero policy.
"The cost of Net Zero is the equivalent of passing a "Build Back Better Bill" every year for the next 29 years."
Climate change and the scientific method
Climate alarmists seek to silence those whose research raises doubts. Instead of claiming that "the science is settled,"
Since the late 1970s, climate scientists have told the American people that global temperatures would increase more than one degree Celsius by 2020. However, actual satellite temperature observations do not support these predictions. Observed temperatures were less than half as high as the climate models' predictions...
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Since the late 1970s, climate scientists have told the American people that global temperatures would increase more than one degree Celsius by 2020. However, actual satellite temperature observations do not support these predictions. Observed temperatures were less than half as high as the climate models' predictions...
Commenting on the recent hurricanes, many climate scientists have tried to link these storms and climate change. But the historical record disproves them. Hurricane landfalls in the United States since 1900 are on a steady decline. The cost of damages from these storms, as a percentage of gross domestic product, is also shrinking. Even the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has affirmed that they have "low confidence" in climate change contributing to extreme weather.
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For example, some claim that the Paris Climate Accord will reduce global warming by 1.5 degrees Celsius. They have barraged the American people with this falsehood to garner support for the deal. But MIT data shows that the agreement would decrease warming only 0.16 degree Celsius by 2100 – over 80 years from now – and only if all 195 countries completely abided by the agreement.
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For example, some claim that the Paris Climate Accord will reduce global warming by 1.5 degrees Celsius. They have barraged the American people with this falsehood to garner support for the deal. But MIT data shows that the agreement would decrease warming only 0.16 degree Celsius by 2100 – over 80 years from now – and only if all 195 countries completely abided by the agreement.
Global Warming Fears -Climate Dollars
The Conflict
As the Spencer-Christy method to measure atmospheric temperatures was being developed—a method that would permit scientists to test the greenhouse gas warming hypothesis in the Charney Report—international organizations did not wait to act. They were being mobilized to control greenhouse gases that the untested hypothesis of the Charney Report guessed would cause global warming. The international solution proposed was to control emissions of carbon dioxide.
Yet a conflict arose among scientists over the question of whether the Charney Report's hypothesis had been adequately tested, and the dispute became very public because governmental organizations with large public funding were involved. The conflict, in other words, was and remains largely political, not scientific, and it is financed by governments.
Independent researchers have tested the Charney Report's hypothesis against atmospheric temperature data, which now extends over 37 years, and found the hypothesis wanting. The Report's assumptions are simply not supported by empirical observation of nature. The hypothesis needs to be modified or discarded. As Richard Feynman, a Nobel laureate in physics, liked to say, "It doesn't matter how beautiful your theory is, it doesn't matter how smart you are. If it doesn't agree with experiment, it's wrong."
From Warming Fears to Cooling Claims
The lack of significant warming in recent years has become such an embarrassment that many desperate persons are now abandoning the term "global warming" in favor of the term "climate change"
As the Spencer-Christy method to measure atmospheric temperatures was being developed—a method that would permit scientists to test the greenhouse gas warming hypothesis in the Charney Report—international organizations did not wait to act. They were being mobilized to control greenhouse gases that the untested hypothesis of the Charney Report guessed would cause global warming. The international solution proposed was to control emissions of carbon dioxide.
Yet a conflict arose among scientists over the question of whether the Charney Report's hypothesis had been adequately tested, and the dispute became very public because governmental organizations with large public funding were involved. The conflict, in other words, was and remains largely political, not scientific, and it is financed by governments.
Independent researchers have tested the Charney Report's hypothesis against atmospheric temperature data, which now extends over 37 years, and found the hypothesis wanting. The Report's assumptions are simply not supported by empirical observation of nature. The hypothesis needs to be modified or discarded. As Richard Feynman, a Nobel laureate in physics, liked to say, "It doesn't matter how beautiful your theory is, it doesn't matter how smart you are. If it doesn't agree with experiment, it's wrong."
From Warming Fears to Cooling Claims
The lack of significant warming in recent years has become such an embarrassment that many desperate persons are now abandoning the term "global warming" in favor of the term "climate change"
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In addition, some political advocates of climate alarmism have invented the claim that increased carbon dioxide will worsen extreme weather events like hurricanes, but this, too, has no basis in broadly accepted theory or in empirical observation. As the Swedish climate scientist Lennart Bengtsson has written, "there are no indications of extreme weather in the model simulations, and even less so in current observations."
Similarly, professor Roger Pielke Jr. of the University of Colorado, Boulder, has published extensively on extreme weather, including at the center-left website FiveThirtyEight.com run by Nate Silver. He writes, "There is scant evidence to indicate that hurricanes, floods, tornadoes or drought have become more frequent or intense in the U.S. or globally." But in the same article he observes that even though the U.N. IPPC backtracked on earlier claims related to extreme weather, he and his findings were attacked by the Obama White House
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The failure to find physical evidence that supports the Charney Report's assumptions does not stem from any lack of funding—from both governmental and private sources—in strong support for projects trying to find such evidence.
https://www.climatedollars.org/full-study/a-short-history-of-global-warming-fears/
Similarly, professor Roger Pielke Jr. of the University of Colorado, Boulder, has published extensively on extreme weather, including at the center-left website FiveThirtyEight.com run by Nate Silver. He writes, "There is scant evidence to indicate that hurricanes, floods, tornadoes or drought have become more frequent or intense in the U.S. or globally." But in the same article he observes that even though the U.N. IPPC backtracked on earlier claims related to extreme weather, he and his findings were attacked by the Obama White House
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The failure to find physical evidence that supports the Charney Report's assumptions does not stem from any lack of funding—from both governmental and private sources—in strong support for projects trying to find such evidence.
https://www.climatedollars.org/full-study/a-short-history-of-global-warming-fears/
Climate Alarmists Eschew Alarmism
I'm wondering what the difference is between "climate doom", and realism based on scientific data? Legitimate scientific papers from the 80s and 90s concluded, "we have ten years left to address climate change, before it's too late". These weren't fringe articles, but rather, genuine peer-reviewed papers in recognised scientific journals. So…are these papers suddenly no longer valid? Why is someone who reads these, and concludes that it's too late, called a "doomer"?
...To which I answered:
You busted a troubled narrative. Climate exaggeration has been mainstream for decades, and it is now alarming the alarmists.
...To which I answered:
You busted a troubled narrative. Climate exaggeration has been mainstream for decades, and it is now alarming the alarmists.
Monday, September 29, 2025
Saturday, September 27, 2025
This family found a lost bear cub on the road, and then this happened.
@Solopraneur
13 days agoI'm sorry, if you ever find a baby bear you run. Most of the time the mother is right behind it and they always attack.
Friday, September 26, 2025
William Shatner is 94 years old
William Shatner attributes his longevity to a mix of luck, genetics, staying physically and mentally active, and embracing life's opportunities with curiosity and a zest for joy. He stresses the importance of physical activity, a balanced diet, sufficient sleep, and a positive, engaged attitude, emphasizing that "your health and your energy is partially your doing, but partially accidental—genetic and accidental"
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Trump Blames Tylenol for Autism
'During the press conference, officials pointed to a study done by Harvard University and other researchers that found that women who reported taking acetaminophen while they were pregnant seemed to be slightly more likely to have a child who was later diagnosed with autism.
One of the researchers on that study was Ann Bauer, an epidemiologist at the University of Massachusetts. Bauer said she thinks pregnant women should be told about a possible risk from acetaminophen. But the researcher also was worried that it might be too soon to have the federal government offering guidance on its use.
"I'm a little concerned about how this message is going to come because I think they may be jumping the gun," Bauer said before the announcement was made. "I think those of us in the research community would like to see stronger evidence."
Many physicians and autism advocacy groups said they opposed the administration's stance.
"It is highly unsettling that our federal health agencies are willing to make an announcement that will affect the health and well-being of millions of people without the backing of reliable data," Steven J. Fleischman, M.D., president of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, said in a written statement.
Even the notice about acetaminophen issued to physicians by the Food and Drug Administration pointed out that a possible link to autism was an area of ongoing scientific debate, and said that "while an association between acetaminophen and autism has been described in many studies, a causal relationship has not been established and there are contrary studies in the scientific literature."
Specifically, the Food and Drug Administration, as well as the agency that sets policy for Medicare and Medicaid, pledged to change the indication on a medication called leucovorin as a treatment for autism, despite scant evidence that this form of vitamin B has any effect.
In response to that change, the American Psychiatric Association issued a statement opposing the administration's suggestion that vaccines cause autism, adding that leucovorin (folinic acid) is not recommended to treat autism, adding "it will require many more years of research before we know if leucovorin is an appropriate treatment for individuals with autism."'
One of the researchers on that study was Ann Bauer, an epidemiologist at the University of Massachusetts. Bauer said she thinks pregnant women should be told about a possible risk from acetaminophen. But the researcher also was worried that it might be too soon to have the federal government offering guidance on its use.
"I'm a little concerned about how this message is going to come because I think they may be jumping the gun," Bauer said before the announcement was made. "I think those of us in the research community would like to see stronger evidence."
Many physicians and autism advocacy groups said they opposed the administration's stance.
"It is highly unsettling that our federal health agencies are willing to make an announcement that will affect the health and well-being of millions of people without the backing of reliable data," Steven J. Fleischman, M.D., president of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, said in a written statement.
Even the notice about acetaminophen issued to physicians by the Food and Drug Administration pointed out that a possible link to autism was an area of ongoing scientific debate, and said that "while an association between acetaminophen and autism has been described in many studies, a causal relationship has not been established and there are contrary studies in the scientific literature."
Specifically, the Food and Drug Administration, as well as the agency that sets policy for Medicare and Medicaid, pledged to change the indication on a medication called leucovorin as a treatment for autism, despite scant evidence that this form of vitamin B has any effect.
In response to that change, the American Psychiatric Association issued a statement opposing the administration's suggestion that vaccines cause autism, adding that leucovorin (folinic acid) is not recommended to treat autism, adding "it will require many more years of research before we know if leucovorin is an appropriate treatment for individuals with autism."'
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
The Failure of Modern Physics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZO5u3V6LJuM
About a century ago, a fundamental problem emerged in physics: quantum mechanics and general relativity both produced highly accurate predictions, yet the two theories were mathematically incompatible. This sparked the ongoing search for a "theory of everything"—a framework that unifies gravity with the other fundamental forces of nature.
One of the most prominent approaches has been string theory, a mathematically sophisticated model that proposes the existence of tiny, vibrating strings as the basic building blocks of reality. String theory also predicts the existence of extra spatial dimensions. However, so far there is no experimental evidence to confirm it, and attempts to test its predictions have not been successful.
Because much of scientific research is supported by government funding, researchers are often under pressure to publish results regularly. This can encourage the production of work—whether or not it ultimately provides strong evidence or practical progress—since publishing is essential to sustaining an academic career.
Monday, September 15, 2025
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Are Raw Milk, Seed Oils, and Uncured Deli Meat Good for You? - Consumer Reports
Seed Oils
These oils—which include canola, grapeseed, sunflower, and soy—are extracted from the seeds of plants. Critics say that their high levels of omega-6 fats raise inflammation in the body and that consuming them can lead to cancer, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and other illnesses.But the scientific evidence doesn't support that. "In dozens of studies looking at omega-6s and inflammation, I haven't seen one that shows an inflammatory effect, and roughly half of studies are showing anti-inflammatory effects," Willett says. For example, a 2019 review of 30 studies, published in the journal Circulation, found that people with the highest blood levels of a type of omega-6 fat called linoleic acid had a 7 percent lower risk of cardiovascular disease, possibly because linoleic acid reduces inflammation. Plus, Willett says, we've known for decades that these oils also cut LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels, and a higher intake of them has contributed significantly to the large decline in deaths from heart disease in the U.S."
Friday, September 12, 2025
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
TELO Releases Cancer Suppressing Results
Telomir Pharmaceuticals
I am not making a stock recommendation. This kind of drug, if it works, would be a miracle.
I have made a prediction that we would find ways to extend human lifespan. My prediction might be wrong, but there is research going on in this area.
Why AA Batteries Still Suck
Sunday, September 7, 2025
How Could a Universe Come from NOTHING?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_H0BT9ft_M
Most of this I have heard before.
I am sure that this will be controversial. There are many unknowns in science. Eventually we may know more.
Saturday, September 6, 2025
RFK Jr. says he doesn't know how many Americans died from COVID
According to the most recent data publicized by the CDC, more than 1.2 million Americans had died from COVID as of Aug. 23. Numerous independent studies have found COVID vaccinations saved millions of lives in the United States and millions more around the world. More than 3.2 million American lives were saved from the first two years of COVID vaccinations, according to researchers in one study from the nonprofit Commonwealth Fund...
Kennedy blamed "dismal" data from the Biden administration for lacking clear answers about COVID, accusing the CDC under former President Joe Biden of "firing all the people who questioned the orthodoxy."
In another tense exchange with Democratic Sen. Michael Bennet of Colorado, Kennedy said he agreed with comments from Dr. Retsef Levi, one of his handpicked appointments to a vaccine advisory panel, critical of the mRNA vaccine. Bennet singled out Levi previously saying mRNA vaccines "cause serious harm, including death, especially among young people."
"I wasn't aware he said it, but I agree with it," Kennedy said.
Kennedy blamed "dismal" data from the Biden administration for lacking clear answers about COVID, accusing the CDC under former President Joe Biden of "firing all the people who questioned the orthodoxy."
In another tense exchange with Democratic Sen. Michael Bennet of Colorado, Kennedy said he agreed with comments from Dr. Retsef Levi, one of his handpicked appointments to a vaccine advisory panel, critical of the mRNA vaccine. Bennet singled out Levi previously saying mRNA vaccines "cause serious harm, including death, especially among young people."
"I wasn't aware he said it, but I agree with it," Kennedy said.
I saw the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as a potential problem. He appeared to be a conspiracy theorist, and likely would not be impartial in his judgement.
Friday, September 5, 2025
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Watch "The Earthquake Bed That Turns Into a Life-Saving Shelter"
On Sat, Aug 30, 2025 at 11:56 AM Albert wrote:
Now, if only the rescuers knew you are inside a metal coffin buried in the building debris. Then again the building may catch fire and you will literally be baked upon being discovered. It's a unique idea, possibly life saving, except for the "what ifs" of earthquakes.
In Utah, there were reports of mild tremors, but none that affected me. The Wasatch mountain range follows a fault line that experts predict could cause a major earthquake someday.
I'm more concerned about tornadoes. We live in Tornado Alley. After moving to New Whiteland, Indiana, I saw what looked like a funnel cloud in Greenwood, and then the news reported a tornado hitting Greenwood. Year later, after I moved to Columbus, Whiteland was hit by a tornado.
Bartholomew County, where I live now, had three tornado warnings this spring, though none of them hit the city. About three years ago, a tornado-related windstorm knocked down trees all over the city, including trees across the street from me. At the time, I thought my house was being hit by a tornado, but the actual funnel touched down on the west side of the county.
My sister's house was hit by a tornado.
When I was living in Columbus in 1974, a tornado struck the city and caused moderate damage. It destroyed one of my favorite restaurants. I was 14 years old at the time.
In the late 1980s, while living in Scott County, Indiana, I was relatively close to a tornado that hit Austin.
Back in 1999, there was a very rare summer tornado that struck downtown Salt Lake City. I lived near downtown, but I worked farther away in Sandy, Utah, where the storm only brought hail.
Monday, August 25, 2025
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
The Infinite Energy Source Made Possible By The Oil And Gas Industry
I've been saying for decades that we live on top of a massive ball of molten iron. About 84% of the Earth's volume is molten. I've argued that there is no shortage of energy, only that some forms of energy are more difficult to access.
Monday, August 18, 2025
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Monday, August 11, 2025
Why natural gas produces less CO2
On Mon, Aug 11, 2025 at 10:15 AM Grant wrote:
Basically I agree, but I don't understand your comment on switching from coal to natural gas. Natural gas is very clean, but it still produces CO2, just not all the particulates. I think electricity production in Utah is almost entirely from coal fired plants, and coal reserves are projected to last about 1,000 years.
According to Google AI:
Natural gas produces less CO2 than other fossil fuels because it has a higher proportion of hydrogen relative to carbon. When burned, the hydrogen in natural gas combines with oxygen to form water (H2O), while the carbon combines with oxygen to form carbon dioxide (CO2). Since natural gas has more hydrogen and less carbon, it produces less CO2 per unit of energy compared to fuels like coal or oil.
Sunday, August 10, 2025
Global Warming and Natural Feedbacks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlKxuabwHCg&t=1965s
The temperature data, which shows a very slow warming partly caused by human activity, has led me to believe that we are not in a climate crisis. It has taken 140 years for the average global atmospheric temperature to rise by 1 degree Celsius, and this follows the end of the Little Ice Age and the 1880s—one of the coldest periods in United States history that killed hundreds of Americans. Many more people die from cold than they do from heat.
My view is reinforced by what I see as questionable behavior from Climate Alarmists and the IPCC. Politicians and alarmists have created a moral hazard in which scientists risk losing funding if they do not support the official narrative. The IPCC reportedly refuses to hire anyone who does not already believe in catastrophic man-made warming, and the infamous email leak suggested they were trying to "hide the decline"—concealing that tree ring proxies used for reconstructing past temperatures were unreliable compared with recent data. People have quit the IPCC claiming that it is corrupt. One person claimed that the real goal of the IPCC was to do away with free market capitalism.
By the mid-2010s, it was evident that climate computer model predictions were running far too hot. This led to shifting target temperatures. Around 2010, I watched videos warning that by the year 2100, we were on track for a 3°C increase—considered dangerous—but that limiting the rise to 2°C would be manageable. Only a few years later, the claim shifted: we were supposedly on track for a 2°C rise—now deemed dangerous—and that limiting it to 1.5°C would be manageable. I remain unconvinced that half a degree would make a significant difference.
To me, climate alarmism appears to be driven more by politics than by reliable science. There has been a political shift where fewer people are taking it seriously. Reportedly, climate policy has cost trillions of dollars, so I think that this is the greatest scam in human history.
However, there are simply too many unknown variables. Most of the debate centers on the amount of positive feedback to warming. But since feedbacks can be both positive and negative, and since these processes are not fully understood, it is difficult to make reliable long-term predictions. The current major point of contention is cloud cover. Skeptics argue that increasing cloud cover would produce a net negative feedback—seemingly common sense—while the IPCC claims the opposite.
Although the United States has reduced its CO₂ emissions, largely by switching from coal to natural gas, China has tripled its emissions through massive coal plant construction. While China has paid lip service to fighting climate change, its actions suggest that they don't care.
It is also worth noting that we may run out of most fossil fuels by the year 2100. Current estimates suggest 40–50 years of oil reserves remain. Reportedly, the United States has a very large shale oil reserve that could last the United States 300 years, but most of it is so difficult to mine that it would cost $10 per gallon at the pump.
The temperature data, which shows a very slow warming partly caused by human activity, has led me to believe that we are not in a climate crisis. It has taken 140 years for the average global atmospheric temperature to rise by 1 degree Celsius, and this follows the end of the Little Ice Age and the 1880s—one of the coldest periods in United States history that killed hundreds of Americans. Many more people die from cold than they do from heat.
My view is reinforced by what I see as questionable behavior from Climate Alarmists and the IPCC. Politicians and alarmists have created a moral hazard in which scientists risk losing funding if they do not support the official narrative. The IPCC reportedly refuses to hire anyone who does not already believe in catastrophic man-made warming, and the infamous email leak suggested they were trying to "hide the decline"—concealing that tree ring proxies used for reconstructing past temperatures were unreliable compared with recent data. People have quit the IPCC claiming that it is corrupt. One person claimed that the real goal of the IPCC was to do away with free market capitalism.
By the mid-2010s, it was evident that climate computer model predictions were running far too hot. This led to shifting target temperatures. Around 2010, I watched videos warning that by the year 2100, we were on track for a 3°C increase—considered dangerous—but that limiting the rise to 2°C would be manageable. Only a few years later, the claim shifted: we were supposedly on track for a 2°C rise—now deemed dangerous—and that limiting it to 1.5°C would be manageable. I remain unconvinced that half a degree would make a significant difference.
To me, climate alarmism appears to be driven more by politics than by reliable science. There has been a political shift where fewer people are taking it seriously. Reportedly, climate policy has cost trillions of dollars, so I think that this is the greatest scam in human history.
However, there are simply too many unknown variables. Most of the debate centers on the amount of positive feedback to warming. But since feedbacks can be both positive and negative, and since these processes are not fully understood, it is difficult to make reliable long-term predictions. The current major point of contention is cloud cover. Skeptics argue that increasing cloud cover would produce a net negative feedback—seemingly common sense—while the IPCC claims the opposite.
Although the United States has reduced its CO₂ emissions, largely by switching from coal to natural gas, China has tripled its emissions through massive coal plant construction. While China has paid lip service to fighting climate change, its actions suggest that they don't care.
It is also worth noting that we may run out of most fossil fuels by the year 2100. Current estimates suggest 40–50 years of oil reserves remain. Reportedly, the United States has a very large shale oil reserve that could last the United States 300 years, but most of it is so difficult to mine that it would cost $10 per gallon at the pump.
Coal will last the longest, so we may eventually be forced to burn more of it.
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Friday, August 8, 2025
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
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Saturday, August 2, 2025
There was NO first human
Scientists Discover Potential Cancer Cure in Ancient Tomb
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/XfiWQKQ49Oo
I have heard that cancer cells are weaker than normal cells because of their constant replication. This makes them easier to kill, yet we still have not cured cancer. I believe it is likely that a cure could be found in my lifetime.
Hear me out…
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/g3IrUIJytMY
@john2001plus
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This is how Steve Irwin died. Wild animals are not pets, and they do not care if they kill you.
Microsoft Announces World's First Topological Quantum Chip
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/9SBVZr3lbS0
I have always been skeptical of quantum computing. Some of the claims made about it don't seem to make sense, such as suggestions that quantum computers access physical dimensions we cannot see. Others even claim they do not fully understand how their quantum computers work.
I am sure quantum computing works to some degree, but there are practical limitations. The number of qubits that can be packed into a small space will likely always be restricted. Furthermore, many systems require cooling their circuits to near absolute zero, making them impractical for widespread use.
Friday, August 1, 2025
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Trump's EPA looks to overturn scientific reason for climate regulations
State of play: Zeldin argued that he's in favor of less pollution, and cast emissions rules as a distraction, saying "this is an economic issue."
"We want clean air, land and water. Conservatives love the environment, want to be good stewards of the environment," he said.
But he alleged there are people who want to "bankrupt the country" in the name of battling climate change.
"We want clean air, land and water. Conservatives love the environment, want to be good stewards of the environment," he said.
But he alleged there are people who want to "bankrupt the country" in the name of battling climate change.
Monday, July 28, 2025
Sunday, July 27, 2025
Annual finance for climate action surpasses USD 1 trillion, but far from levels needed to avoid devastating future losses - CPI
https://www.climatepolicyinitiative.org/press-release/annual-finance-for-climate-action-surpasses-usd-1-trillion-but-far-from-levels-needed-to-avoid-devastating-future-losses/
According to Google:
Annual global climate finance flows reached almost $1.3 trillion in 2021/2022, doubling from 2019/2020 levels. However, this represents only about 1% of global GDP, and experts estimate that much larger investments are needed to avoid the worst impacts of climate change.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Four Times a Day | John Harvey Kellogg
This is long, but very interesting.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Friday, July 18, 2025
Why the Modern Diet Is Making You Sick
"Jordan Peterson continues to follow a carnivore diet, specifically a restricted version focusing on beef, salt, and water. He and his daughter, Mikhaila, have both spoken publicly about their experiences with this diet, citing improvements in various health issues like autoimmune conditions, depression, and sleep problems.
More Details:
- Peterson and his daughter follow a strict carnivore diet called the "lion diet," which limits their food intake to only beef, salt, and water.
- They believe this diet, which eliminates all other foods, can help with autoimmune conditions, mental health issues, and other health problems.
- Peterson has reported experiencing positive impacts, such as reduced inflammation, improved gum health, and increased strength, since adopting the diet.
- The diet has faced criticism and concern from some experts, who point to potential health risks like nutrient deficiencies and the difficulty of maintaining such a restrictive diet long-term.
- While Peterson and his daughter have shared their experiences, they have also emphasized that they don't recommend this diet for everyone. "
When it comes to poor health, we could blame diet, excess weight, or a combination of the two. People gain weight because they consume more calories than they burn. Eating too many carbohydrates can contribute to this, but that doesn't mean we should eliminate them entirely.
I've also seen a number of videos claiming that humans are carnivores. That's simply not accurate. Only a few species are obligate carnivores that can survive on meat alone. Humans are omnivores; we have teeth and digestive systems adapted to a varied diet.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Friday, July 11, 2025
Thursday, July 10, 2025
The Star that will Enter the Solar System
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ix4HX62YH4o&t=389s
Hundreds of billions of stars are orbiting the Milky Way. Sometimes they get close to each other.
I assume that the orbits don't have to be perfectly circular. Reportedly, other stars have passed close to the solar system.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Today may be shortest day ever
On Wed, Jul 9, 2025 at 12:18 PM Larry wrote:
>> https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-14885815/Shortest-day-history-TOMORROW-Earths-rotation.html
A solar day is different from one complete rotation. A solar day is the time that elapses from high noon to high noon. But in a day, the Earth moves about 1 degree around the sun. That means that high noon is about 1 degree different from one day to the next.
If we measure by the stars, a full rotation, called a sidereal day, takes 23 hours and 56 minutes.
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Friday, July 4, 2025
This Graph Changed My Life
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Very few people deny that global warming is happening. The real debate is about how much it's occurring, how fast, and whether it's more dangerous than denying people access to affordable energy. Alarmists often ignore the potential benefits of CO2, moderate warming, and cheap, reliable energy.
I'm not a climate change skeptic; I'm a climate alarmism skeptic. Labeling people as "global warming deniers" or "climate skeptics" creates a straw man argument. The much-cited 97% consensus refers to relatively uncontroversial claims—that the Earth is warming and that human activity contributes to it. That's a far cry from a consensus on whether climate change is catastrophic or whether governments should take control of the energy sector.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Saturday, June 28, 2025
I never understood why matter curves spacetime...until now!
1 minute ago
To be a valid theory, Relativity would have to be able to define the 4D shape of space-time. Does the theory do this, or does it just assume that space-time is curved?
My problem with "space-time" is that it equates and combines two things that are not the same at all. It assumes that the progress of time is like physical motion through space. People say that we are moving through space-time at the speed of light.
Time is the interval between sequential events. It is not a distance we travel.
Since we know that there is a cosmic speed limit, time dilation is a physical consequence of approaching that speed limit.
There is much explained by Relativity. Could there be another model that doesn't involve the concept of "space-time"? What if Gravity really is a force?
Physicists Debunk Net Zero: No Dangerous Warming from CO₂
The whole video is interesting, but please give it at least 11 minutes.
Friday, June 27, 2025
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Scientists Discover Gene For Surviving on 4 Hours Sleep
https://youtube.com/shorts/deUxZd-RboI?si=mxVzmiW9SQ4XvpVE
I have trouble getting more than six hours sleep, however, sometimes I can sleep longer.
I have trouble getting more than six hours sleep, however, sometimes I can sleep longer.
Saturday, June 21, 2025
11 foods to avoid???
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgdTUwLmh6g&t=28s
I haven't had time to research all of his recommendations, although I will try to look into them.
His first recommendation is to avoid spinach and almonds because they are high in oxalates. I had no idea what oxalates are, but here is what Google AI says about them:
For most people, oxalates found in everyday foods are not dangerous and are part of a healthy, balanced diet. However, there are certain situations where elevated oxalate levels can cause issues.
In what cases can oxalates be dangerous?
- Kidney stones: Oxalates, also known as oxalic acid, are naturally occurring compounds in plants that can bind with calcium in the urine, forming calcium oxalate crystals. These crystals can develop into painful kidney stones. For individuals prone to kidney stones or with a family history of them, a doctor may recommend a low-oxalate diet to reduce their risk.
- Oxalosis: In severe cases of high oxalate levels, a condition called oxalosis can develop, where oxalate builds up in organs and tissues throughout the body, potentially damaging bones, blood vessels, eyes, and even the heart. This can happen if kidneys aren't effectively removing oxalate from the blood due to primary or enteric hyperoxaluria.
- Impaired nutrient absorption: Oxalates can bind with minerals like calcium and magnesium in the gut, reducing their absorption. However, this is usually not a significant concern for most people who consume a varied diet with adequate calcium intake.
- Specific health conditions: Individuals with certain conditions like primary hyperoxaluria (a rare genetic disorder), enteric hyperoxaluria (due to certain intestinal problems), or those who have had weight-loss surgery may need to monitor their oxalate intake more closely as they are at a higher risk of hyperoxaluria and related complications.
What are symptoms of high oxalates?
Symptoms of high oxalate levels (hyperoxaluria) or oxalate sensitivity can vary, but may include:
- Kidney stones: Symptoms like sharp pain in the back, side, lower belly or groin, blood in the urine, painful urination, and frequent urge to urinate.
- Joint pain and inflammation: Oxalate crystals can deposit in joints, leading to swelling, pain, and stiffness.
- Digestive issues: Abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, or constipation.
- Neurological symptoms: Tingling or numbness, muscle weakness, and in rare cases, seizures or difficulty with coordination.
- Eye and skin issues: Burning or itching in the eyes, redness, sensitivity to light, and potentially skin rashes or crystals on the skin.
What to do if you suspect you have high oxalates?
If you are concerned about your oxalate levels or have any of the associated symptoms, it is important to consult with a healthcare provider. They can perform necessary tests, like a 24-hour urine collection, to determine if you have hyperoxaluria and recommend appropriate dietary or medical interventions.
In summary, while oxalates can pose health risks in certain individuals, they are generally not dangerous for the majority of people when consumed as part of a balanced diet.
Foods high in oxalates include spinach, rhubarb, almonds, beets, and certain soy products. Other foods with high oxalate content include Swiss chard, star fruit, cocoa, bran cereals, and some nuts and seeds.
Foods Specifically Mentioned as High in Oxalates:
- .Spinach, Swiss chard, and beet greens are known for their high oxalate content.
- .Rhubarb, star fruit, raspberries, dates, and kiwi are also high in oxalates.
- .Almonds, cashews, and peanuts are among the nuts with higher oxalate levels.
- .Tofu, soy milk, and other foods derived from soybeans can be high in oxalates.
- .Buckwheat, bran, and some wheat products can also contribute to oxalate intake.
- .Cocoa, chocolate, and some beverages like black tea and soy milk are also sources of oxalates.
Important Considerations:
- While some foods are high in oxalates, it's not necessary to eliminate them entirely from your diet. A guide from the University of Virginia School of Medicine suggests that careful planning and balanced portion sizes can allow you to enjoy these foods.
- The impact of oxalates can vary depending on individual factors, such as kidney health. Consult with a doctor or dietitian for personalized dietary recommendations.
- Increasing calcium intake, particularly from dairy products, can help bind to oxalates in the digestive system, potentially reducing their absorption.
Friday, June 20, 2025
Dads
P.S. I recently read that the average cloud weighs a million pounds. Clouds are made up of water vapor, water droplets and ice crystals so small that they are like dust and can float on the wind.
Seed Oils: The Raging Health Debate
Also look at this chart:
Canola Oil has a ratio of 2:1 Omega-6 to Omega-3.
Olive Oil has a ratio of 10:1.
Thursday, June 19, 2025
This is one of the Things Interesting About Clinical Psychology
I found this video very informative. I've often wondered why so many people seem to behave irrationally. I suspected that fear is a major motivator, and this video supports that idea.
By nature, I'm a cautious person. I've seen many friends, family members, coworkers, and others pass away prematurely. The world is a dangerous place.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
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Saturday, June 14, 2025
The Prehistoric Time Hole No One Can Explain
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0sVzWOYaM9w
Reportedly, an ice age in Europe led to the drying of Africa, reducing the Homo sapiens population to about 7,000 individuals living along the southern coast of Africa. However, this event marked the beginning of the Upper Paleolithic period, during which humans learned to fish, built the first permanent settlements, and invented new tools. It has been theorized that this behavioral shift was due to genetic changes, but I believe it was simply a case of necessity being the mother of invention.
When the ice age ended—roughly 50,000 years ago—these better-equipped humans gradually spread across the rest of the world.
I also heard that a climate-related disaster drastically reduced the Homo erectus population—from around one million individuals to just a few thousand—approximately 980,000 years ago.
In both cases, I'm glad they didn't go extinct.
The End Of Climate Alarmism
The entire video presents a thought-provoking philosophical discussion about how scientific paradigms are challenged by facts that don't fit, until they are eventually forced to change.
This is the short version:
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Hyper-realistic Robot at CES 2025!
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Uy8R_3aWdJo
She will eventually leave you and runaway with your refrigerator or dishwasher. "
"@AR-zp4sl
6 hours agoShe will eventually leave you and runaway with your refrigerator or dishwasher. "
P.S. Imagine a robot who looks like a human, talks like a human, knows absolutely everything, and wants to be your servant. It might not be that far off.
I'm not saying that this is a good thing. It will be a tool. It is another way for us to lose connection to the real world.
Robot pets might be interesting. There have been some attempts at this already.
Saturday, June 7, 2025
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Thursday, June 5, 2025
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Japan’s Stem Cell Scientists Claim Breakthrough in Parkinson’s Treatment
The gains were modest but meaningful. One patient improved by two stages on the Hoehn–Yahr scale, a widely used measure of Parkinson's severity. Another saw a 50% improvement in motor function during off-medication testing.
"It is a significant achievement that we have been able to confirm improvement in patients' symptoms," said Jun Takahashi, director of Kyoto University's Center for iPS Cell Research and Application, who is leading the research. "We hope to deliver this treatment to patients as soon as possible."
"It is a significant achievement that we have been able to confirm improvement in patients' symptoms," said Jun Takahashi, director of Kyoto University's Center for iPS Cell Research and Application, who is leading the research. "We hope to deliver this treatment to patients as soon as possible."
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