We’ve spent a few days in the small island country of Malta recently, and despite a ton of sun, I have not seen any solar energy infrastructure. “At 4.9%, Malta had the lowest share of renewables as part of gross inland energy consumption in the EU in 2017.” ~ learn more
“Think about a city you love — it’s likely because of walkability, greenery, great architecture, and fun local shops and restaurants. Only psychopaths love Manhattan because of Duane Reade. If you’ve ever wondered why overtourism can be a kind of death for parts of a city (the parts that involve: living there, commuting there, creating a life there) it’s because it paradoxically disincentivizes building small businesses.” ~ learn more
“The Timeless Art of Vibe Coding. Based on Lao Tzu. Adapted by Rick Rubin” ~ learn more
“Type 1 companies have new ideas: early radio, jet aircraft, semiconductor and internet companies were type 1.Type 2 companies steal ideas; early Facebook or Ali Baba are classic type 2 companies. Type 3 companies are Walmart, and Type 4 are modern day tech monopolies, insurance companies, Boeing and most American banks.” ~ learn more
“Modeled on the Fiat-124, the result was the Lada 2101. But before it could hit Soviet roads, it had to be adapted for local conditions. Engineers reinforced the suspension to handle unpaved roads, strengthened the body to withstand harsh winters, and added extra rust protection to combat road salt. The engine and mechanical components were also simplified so that owners could repair them easily, even in remote areas with no…
“Since the early 2000s, the variety and quality of pizza made by ambitious chefs all over the country have only gotten better.” ~ learn more
“This move is expected to shape everything from food labeling to federal nutrition programs, with wide-reaching implications for food and beverage manufacturers.” ~ learn more
This is very encouraging! “Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä's Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences in Finland found surprising results in their study, which looked into how taking a 10-week break in the middle of a 20-week resistance-training schedule affected muscle size and strength loss.” ~ learn more
Microsoft did some research to discover that people are working a lot more. Not to worry, AI agents (from Microsoft) will be the solution: “There’s a new generation of professionals rising through the chaos—not by working more, but by working smarter. We call them agent bosses.” ~ learn more
“No matter who you are, and no matter what kind of goal you’re pursuing, there’s a single brain circuit that governs all goal related behavior. The brain circuit that Alexander used to conquer Greece is the exact same one that you use to get to the grocery store!” ~ learn more