Summary This document provides some recent news and information about Mike Pence. For context and background, see Mike Pence Report 2023. News Stories below are listed chronologically with the most recent at the top. Entry headings include source and date. Dartmouth (31 Oct 2024) “2024 Election Speaker Series: Featuring the Honorable Michael Pence, 48th Vice… Continue reading Mike Pence Report 2024
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Rivian vs Scout Comparison 2024
Summary This document offers a comparison of the RIVIAN and Scout vehicles. RIVIAN offers a truck (R1T) and SUV (R1S). In 2027, Scout will offer the Terra Truck and Traveler SUV. Volkswagen purchased the Scout brand and also has invested billions in RIVIAN, so VW has significant influence on both brands. Pictured above is a… Continue reading Rivian vs Scout Comparison 2024
Election 2024 Commentary
If you follow my posts on Facebook, you may have noticed that I mostly focus on topics that unite people. My daily work involves engaging with people from all backgrounds and perspectives. I listen and seek to understand, without trying to create and win an argument or change someone’s mind. Arguments usually don’t change anyone’s… Continue reading Election 2024 Commentary
Philanthropy Report 2024
Summary This document provides some news and information about charitable giving strategies based on the work of some current prominent philanthropists. This page will be updated as new information becomes available. This report is not intended to guide individual giving, but instead looks at big picture approaches philanthropy as a context for further study. Because… Continue reading Philanthropy Report 2024
Rice Report 2024
Summary This document provides news and information about Condoleezza Rice, the director of the Hoover Institution at Stanford University who also served as Secretary of State. Resource Links News PBS – Firing Line (11 Oct 2024) “Condoleezza Rice | Full Episode 10.11.24 | Firing Line with Margaret Hoover” — Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice… Continue reading Rice Report 2024
Water Scarcity Report 2024
Summary This document provides news and information about water scarcity. For additional news and background read Water Scarcity News 2022. News Bloomberg (3 Oct 2024) “The Surprising Solutions to the World’s Water Crisis” — Our survival depends on water, yet global reserves are rapidly shrinking. It’s now replaced oil as the most likely cause of… Continue reading Water Scarcity Report 2024
RFL News 2024 Q3
Welcome I hope you’re doing well. Thanks for taking time to read this quarterly newsletter of Resources For Life. The photo at the top of this page was taken on 27 Sep 2024 during my morning walk. Summer Writing There were many reference articles posted in July, August and September. They are available on the What’s… Continue reading RFL News 2024 Q3
Report on Aging 2024
Summary This document provides news and information about approaches to aging well. More will be added here as it becomes available. News PBS (29 Sep 2024) “A Brief But Spectacular take on living your best life while aging” — Ximena Abogabir is the co-founder of a Chilean organization dedicated to changing attitudes about aging. She… Continue reading Report on Aging 2024
Housing Report 2024
Summary This document provides news and information about housing trends, challenges, and innovations as of 2024. The current housing crisis is global. However, this document is focused on the U.S. housing market, with some news from Canada. People struggling to afford housing are getting multiple jobs, living in poorer quality conditions, and getting several housemates… Continue reading Housing Report 2024
Mobile Devices Exploding in Lebanon 2024
Summary On 17 Sep 2024 at about 3:30 PM local time, hundreds of pagers exploded in Lebanon, leaving nine people dead and thousands injured. The incident is thought to be an intentional cyber attack and military strike. As of 18 Sep 2024, additional devices other than pagers began exploding including handheld radios, smartphones, and even… Continue reading Mobile Devices Exploding in Lebanon 2024
Kamala Harris Racist Hair Portrayal 2024
Summary The United States 2024 national election will undoubtedly provide a plentiful source of political attacks on Kamala Harris based on bigoted tropes having to do with her race, gender, or other characteristics. This report examines how some politicians and media outlets are bringing attention to her hair, or using photo editing to give her… Continue reading Kamala Harris Racist Hair Portrayal 2024