Author: Josh
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Econ: UBI and AI
The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) and the introduction of Universal Basic Income (UBI) will fundamentally alter the landscape of economies across the globe. This transformation presents both immense opportunities and significant challenges. As AI automates labor and reshapes industries, UBI offers a potential solution to address issues like job displacement, inequality, and economic…
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Science: Human Gene Editing
Gene editing in humans has emerged as a transformative yet controversial frontier in modern science, epitomized by the case of He Jiankui, a Chinese scientist whose work brought global attention to the ethical and scientific dilemmas posed by this technology. In November 2018, He announced the birth of twin girls, Lulu and Nana, who were…
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Science: A New Mining Method
Electrokinetic Mining: A Sustainable Revolution in Rare Earth Element Extraction The ever-increasing demand for rare earth elements (REEs), vital components in numerous cutting-edge technologies, has prompted an urgent need for more sustainable extraction methods. Traditional mining practices, largely dependent on chemical-intensive processes, are notorious for their detrimental environmental impact. However, a novel technique known as…
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Utah: A Regulatory Sandbox
Utah’s Regulatory Sandbox: A Bold Experiment in Innovation and Oversight Utah’s embrace of regulatory sandboxes across various sectors has become a focal point in discussions on balancing innovation with consumer protection. The state’s strategy includes a general sandbox, legal sandbox, and financial services sandbox, each designed to allow companies to test new ideas with temporary…
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Satire: Streetlights “Outdated” in Bold New Initiative
In a groundbreaking move that has left residents squinting in disbelief, the city council has proudly announced the complete removal of streetlights from Main Street, labeling the once-beloved illumination as “outdated” and “antithetical to modern living.” “By embracing the natural rhythm of night, we are fostering a deeper, more primal connection with our environment,” beamed…
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Geo: The US Continental Divide
The Continental Divide, often referred to as the Great Divide, is a prominent hydrological feature that stretches across the United States, predominantly following the crest of the Rocky Mountains. This mountainous ridge forms a crucial watershed boundary, delineating the flow of water across the continent. To the west of the divide, rivers like the Colorado…
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Fiction: Graystead
Chapter One: The Echoes of Desires The town of Greystead lay cradled in the folds of rolling hills, its cobblestone streets echoing the slow march of time. It was a place where the past seemed to linger, even as the present struggled to breathe. The war had left its mark, not just on the men…
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Myths: Baba Yaga
The Three Huts I. Introduction: The Village Girl with a Big Heart Once upon a time, in a village nestled between rolling hills and the edge of a forest so vast it could make the bravest adventurer second-guess their life choices, lived a young woman named Misty. Now, Misty wasn’t a princess or a sorceress.…
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World-in-View: Five Resignations, like Canada
This covers the Prime Minister or equivalent resignations that have occurred in Canada, France, Denmark, Italy, and Austria recently.
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Fiction: Santa’s Elves Ears
It was the night before Christmas Eve in the North Pole, and all was merry in Santa’s workshop. Elves were busy decorating, baking, and wrapping presents. But in the back room, where the air was filled with the hum of magic and twinkling lights, Blinken the elf was on a very important mission. “Alright, Blinken,”…