When Negativity Rules The Media
According to a Dartmouth College study, the mainstream U.S. media is overwhelmingly negative in its coverage of COVID. We examine the report and why the media tends to focus on the negative aspects of the news.
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Upcycling And Doing More With Less On Buckminster Fuller's Spaceship Earth: Real-Life Examples
Bob Austin illustrates doing more with less on Buckminster Fuller's spaceship earth with three real-life examples.
Parents Prefer In-Person Instruction Despite High Satisfaction With Online Learning
Despite their high satisfaction with online learning, parents prefer in-school education for their children, according to our recent survey.
The Pro-Achievement Principle: Cultivate Personal Skills For Creating Value
Dr. Deb Bright, a leading success coach for CEOs, presents here important concepts from her latest book, The Pro-Achievement Principle, in this first of a series. You, too, can benefit from her knowledge and become a Pro-Achiever!
Comparison Of Pandemic Leadership Based On Unemployment And Death Rates
In this article, we look at how the leaders of the 50 states and the District of Columbia handled the pandemic using unemployment and death rates as the yardsticks. According to our findings, Vermont, Utah, Nebraska, Wisconsin, and New Hampshire are the best on our metrics.
America’s China Policy And Public Opinion
In this article, we summarize the recent I.C. report, Biden's public statements about China, and American public opinion on US-China policy.
Uyghurs, Financial Stress, Vaccine, Buckminster Fuller, Elon Musk and More
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Elon Musk's Grounding Lessons for Flying High
Elon Musk teaches the value of focused attention and the determination that failure is not an option.
The Uyghurs' Plight Is Unknown To Many Americans
According to our recent survey, a sizable proportion of Americans are unaware of the Uyghur situation. The story presents the survey results and brings the reader up to speed on the plight of Uyghurs.
Buckminster Fuller May Have Said It Best When He Coined The Term "Spaceship Earth"
Everything we do has consequences. Bob Austin introduces Buckminster Fuller and his concept of Spaceship Earth and how it can help us if we keep the idea in mind and weigh what we can do against what we should do.
Vaccine Acceptance Has Increased Significantly, But Widespread Resistance Persists
In this article, we examine the topic of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance using data from two TIPP Polls, one conducted in early December and the other in late February. We show that despite significant increases across the board, widespread resistance remains.
Financial Stress Roils Americans As Seeds Of Optimism Sprout
Financially, Americans are going through a rough period. It is natural to be vulnerable to financial pressures after the past twelve months, i.e., since the beginning of the pandemic and the resulting significant job losses.
Life Lessons From The Genius Mathematician Ramanujan
Here's a quick primer on the great mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, "the man who knew infinity," as well as a few life lessons we can take from him.
Americans Disapprove China’s Handling Of Hong Kong: TIPP Poll
This article presents Americans' views on China's treatment of Hong Kong. It also provides a brief history of Hong Kong, its economy, and the political issues that exist between Hong Kong and the People's Republic of China.
Americans Have Legitimate Concerns As Vaccine Makers Improve Solutions
The article discusses the situation about variants of coronavirus and Americans' concerns about the available vaccines' efficacy.
Fuels, From Firewood to Hydrogen
Bob Austin addresses the evolution of hydrogen technology and the potential it holds for powering cars and other applications.