Data On Real Risks

We know what kills us. There’s plenty of data out there. But, the most common causes aren’t considered news because Continue reading →

The $830 American Christmas

Americans are expected to spend about $830 per person for the 2015 Christmas season. That’s almost back to the levels seen Continue reading →

Non-Surgical Pacemaker

Pacemakers were innovative, invasive, and experimental at their start. Now, they are common, but require surgery. A new innovation is Continue reading →

Who Americans Trust

In general, Americans are beginning to trust institutions again. Since The Great Recession, trust is building in many non-governmental institutions. Continue reading →

Eating Meat Warms Earth

One proposal for reducing greenhouse gases is to cut back on the consumption of meat. Meat, especially from beef, accounts Continue reading →

Antibiotics Failing

Antibiotics were an amazing advance in medicine and probably saved millions of lives. Unfortunately, they aren’t working as well as Continue reading →

Is Deflation Here

Deflation is worse than inflation because it is harder to control. At least within segments of the economy, deflation is Continue reading →

Ozone Heals Unexpectedly Quickly

The ozone hole over Antarctica was a threat that required and received a rapid response. It did not, however, totally Continue reading →