#218. The real state of the economy
#218. The real state of the economy A FUNCTIONAL SYNOPSIS As this might be the last article to appear here before the festive season, I’d like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year, and to thank you for your interest in, and your contributions to, […]
On Domed Cities and Doomed Dreams
On Domed Cities and Doomed Dreams Recently I’ve been reading the writings of the American philosopher William James. You won’t see much discussion of his work among philosophers nowadays, and that’s not just because he happened to be white and male. He had the bad luck to reach maturity as Western philosophy was in its […]
The Criminalization of Preppers in Turkey: Will Our Country Be Next?
The Criminalization of Preppers in Turkey: Will Our Country Be Next? History has shown us that collectivism detests the individual. The man who can exist independent of the system, who thinks for himself, who is not easily swayed, and who has values rooted in absolute truth which he refuses to give up – this is […]
“Prepare for lack of electricity” in 2022 says Foxconn founder
“Prepare for lack of electricity” in 2022 says Foxconn founder Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images The founder and director of Foxconn, the world’s largest contract manufacturer of electronics, Terry Gou, has said that “there will be a shortage of electricity in the next year.” Gou added that “people should not complain about the future lack of electricity.” […]
“Major Industrial Accident” Reported At Exxon Refinery In Texas
“Major Industrial Accident” Reported At Exxon Refinery In Texas Gasoline futures rose more than a percent early Thursday morning after an explosion was reported at an Exxon/Mobile refinery in Baytown, Texas. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office tweeted, “deputies are on the scene of a major industrial accident at 3525 Decker Dr. in Baytown. The Exxon/Mobile […]
Inflation In 2021 Far Different From What We Had In 1979
Inflation In 2021 Far Different From What We Had In 1979 The inflation of today is a starkly different creature than what we faced in 1979. The world is massively different and presenting us with a strain of inflation that will most likely be stronger and more difficult to combat without major disruptions to our […]
The Great Unwashed – We The People Are Seen as They Problem
The Great Unwashed – We The People Are Seen as They Problem When the people rise up against the tyranny of government, suddenly this is being fueled by populism that must be terminated. It was John Kerry at Davos who was “warning of the dangers of economic populism,” and added that politicians, like Trump, should not listen […]
Introduction to Power by Richard Heinberg
Introduction to Power by Richard Heinberg Richard Heinberg’s latest title, Power is an exploration of humanity’s power over nature and the power of some people over others. Power traces how four key elements developed to give humans extraordinary power: tool making ability, language, social complexity, and the ability to harness energy sources — most significantly, fossil fuels. Today, we […]
European Firms Warn “Unbearably High Energy Costs” May Spark Wave Of Production Shutdowns
European Firms Warn “Unbearably High Energy Costs” May Spark Wave Of Production Shutdowns Years of mindless green energy policies across the European continent are about to unleash an economic crisis. Energy-intensive companies are paying “unbearably high energy prices” that may force them to shutter operations. Eleven European associations (from steel to fertilizers to cement to paper mills) […]
How to Make Soap From Scratch (DIY)
How to Make Soap From Scratch (DIY) Soap-Making 101: Prepping Skills to Learn Now“Soap and water and common sense are the best disinfectants.” –William Osler. The average American consumer spends almost 90 dollars a year on soap and detergents. Once you’ve made a batch of your own soap, you may never use store-bought soap again. Soap […]
The world’s biggest carbon-removal plant just opened. In a year, it’ll negate just 3 seconds’ worth of global emissions.
The world’s biggest carbon-removal plant just opened. In a year, it’ll negate just 3 seconds’ worth of global emissions. ‘Orca,’ Climeworks’ new facility in Iceland, can capture 4,000 tons of carbon dioxide per year. Business Wire via AP The world’s biggest carbon-capture plant – which sucks carbon dioxide out of the air – just opened. A UN […]
UK Natural Gas Prices Hit New High, Trigger “Marketwide Crisis”
UK Natural Gas Prices Hit New High, Trigger “Marketwide Crisis” Update (1120ET): The latest jump in U.K. natural gas prices has been called a “national crisis” by multiple energy firms and industry groups in the country. They’re requesting the government protect customers and suppliers as critical Russian gas flows into Europe plunge, nuclear outages in France, and cold […]
Today’s Contemplation: Collapse Cometh XXXVI
Today’s Contemplation: Collapse Cometh XXXVI On Narrative Control and ‘Fact Checking’ One of the areas of interest for me as I weaved my way through my ten years of formal post-secondary education (yes, I spent the entire decade of the 1980s pursuing four degrees at several different universities; some of it part-time as I waffled […]
“Potential For Extreme Havoc”: $50 Trillion Question Is What If Yields Spike Higher
“Potential For Extreme Havoc”: $50 Trillion Question Is What If Yields Spike Higher The size of the global government bond market surged by $10 trillion in the space of two years to reach about $50 trillion. Those outstanding borrowings are at least one gorilla in the room as investors gear up for a year in […]
