Non-renewable fossil fuels, which include coal, oil, and natural gas, supply approximately eighty percent of the world’s energy. We use them for things like electricity, heat, and transportation, as well as for making products like steel and plastics [1]. These fuels come at a cost, however, and that cost is climate change. When fossil fuels...
For many, the idea of a Friday night without plans is a source of “FOMO”, aka Fear Of Missing Out. It may leave a lingering sense of inadequacy. However, for a significant portion of the population, that same silence is a sanctuary. While society often pathologizes solitude, labeling it as “loneliness” or “social withdrawal”, psychological...
Elon Musk is set to become the world’s first trillionaire, further widening the already massive pay gap between the rich and the rest of the world. During his first interview with the media, Pope Leo criticized the excessive pay packages received by people like Musk. The pope further stated that he felt that the “continuously...
Objectively it seems like Elon Musk is having a terrible year. From having a public, online fallout on his platform X with President Trump to his controversial behavior in public, Musk’s hubris seems to be catching up to him. Many critics say Musk’s fallout with Trump began after the administration cut federal EV funding as...
“History Is Written by the Victors” a quote attributed to Winston Churchill holds prescient when it comes to the retelling of history’s heroes. While the true origin of the quote is contested, the sentiment is carried throughout history, even for history’s heroes. We recognise the worst people in history for their atrocities yet we tend...
Every year, the non-profit organization Consumer Reports publishes its car reilability rankings. This is aimed at providing unbiased insights on the various manufacturers for anyone looking to buy a new car. The organization analyzes 17 major problem aries, such as electrical glitches and engine issues, drawing on data collected from more than 300,000 vehicles. If...
Electric vehicles (EVs) have been around for a while but over the past decade have become incredibly popular. Its surge in popularity could be thanks to Tesla’s transformation of EVs from niche products into mainstream cars. While they may be beneficial to the environment, EVs do not come without their problems. Unfortunately, not all EVs...
Elon Musk called President Trump’s spending bill the “Debt Slavery Bill” on X in June, saying it would raise the debt ceiling by $5 trillion. The debt ceiling sets the legal limit on how much money the federal government can borrow. Senator Rand Paul shared similar concerns about the borrowing increase. On July 4th, Independence...
President Donald Trump has reignited his long-running feud with tech mogul Elon Musk, and this time, he’s taking things further. During a recent exchange with reporters, Trump casually suggested he might try to deport Elon Musk from the United States. His remark came shortly after Musk slammed the GOP’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” calling it a...
The internet was ablaze with speculation after a photo of Elon Musk from a recent cabinet meeting went viral. But what exactly was the billionaire doing in a setting typically reserved for political heavyweights? And why did his choice of attire spark such intense online debate? Let’s break it down. The Viral Photo That Sparked...
The movement to phase out gas powered cars is gaining momentum as more states adopt California’s ambitious Advanced Clean Cars II regulations. This push aligns with the federal goal of reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to a cleaner, greener future. However, despite these efforts, many Americans remain attached to their gas-powered vehicles, citing affordability, infrastructure,...
Elon Musk, the outspoken tech billionaire behind Tesla, SpaceX, and X, has stirred controversy yet again. But this time, the reaction carries an unexpected legal twist. After slamming former President Donald Trump online, Musk now faces an aggressive backlash from Trump’s political allies. Most notably, Steve Bannon, Trump’s former chief strategist, has called for the...
