Perpetual Learning
It’s deeply concerning when we learn that substances we thought were contained might be traveling where we least expect them, affecting the most vulnerable among us. New research is shedding light on a silent pathway: tiny amounts of PFAS, often called ‘forever chemicals,’ are crossing the placenta and entering breast milk. This means they can … Read more
When we think of spies, our minds often jump to thrilling chase scenes, gadgets, and double-crossing agents straight out of a Cold War novel. But the truth, as it often is with history, is far more fascinating and, in many ways, surprisingly modern. My travels through European archives often lead me down unexpected rabbit holes. … Read more
Hey everyone, Elias here! You know how much I love getting my hands dirty in the garden and enjoying the fruits (and veggies!) of my labor. Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about the little buzzers that make so much of it possible – our bees! It’s truly amazing how much these tiny creatures do … Read more
I’ve been tracking the cryptocurrency market closely, and the recent news about BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF is significant. It reached $10 billion in assets under management faster than almost any ETF in history, making it the third-fastest to achieve this milestone. This isn’t just about BlackRock; it’s a major indicator of institutional interest in digital assets, … Read more
We often think of technology as objective, a set of rules that operate without favor. But the reality, as I’ve come to see it over my years in the software industry, is far more complex. Algorithms, the invisible engines driving so much of our modern lives, can carry the weight of human biases, unintentionally perpetuating … Read more
The conversation around transhumanism often circles around the most dramatic possibility: living forever. It’s a captivating idea, fueled by science fiction and the undeniable human desire to escape the limits of our biology. As someone who’s spent a career in technology and now reflects on its societal impact, I find this focus a bit… misplaced. … Read more
There are days when I walk out the back door and, poof, I’m gone. Not off the grid or on some secret mission. Just… lost. Lost among the towering tomato plants, the fragrant basil, and the buzzing bees in my suburban backyard oasis. And honestly? Don’t send a search party. This is exactly where I … Read more
For a long time, I thought collecting art was just for the super-rich. You know, people with vast, empty mansions and serious-looking gallerists. My own art journey started with making, not buying. But as I dove deeper into the art world, I realized something: building a personal art collection isn’t about how much money you … Read more
Have you ever walked into someone’s home and felt a sense of who they are just by looking at the art on their walls? I know I have. For me, art isn’t just decoration; it’s a reflection of personality, a mood setter, and a constant source of inspiration. As an artist myself, and someone who … Read more
Hey fellow gardeners! Elias here. You know, one of the things I love most about my garden is how much it teaches me. It’s not just about digging in the dirt; it’s about understanding the subtle connections between plants, like a quiet conversation happening beneath the soil. Today, I want to chat about something that’s … Read more