World Views

[Amigoo]

Re: https://nypost.com/2023/07/05/millennia ... ns-survey/
"Millennials are ‘the biggest liars’ of all generations, survey reveals"

"The findings showed that millennials were the worst offenders, with 13% copping to being dishonest
at least once a day. By contrast, only 2% of baby boomers (born 1946-1964), fibbed once per day."

If the surveyed are liars, how reliable is the survey?

Maybe lying is a new social skill.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/a ... eable.html

"Vanna thinks Wheel of Fortune bosses ... believe she is 'REPLACEABLE'
after they hired Ryan Seacrest as Pat Sajak's successor"

Actually (and considering the letters don't need to be touched to display),
Vanna is the long popular visual entertainment for these displays.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/articl ... trash.html
"drone footage shows Lake Tahoe littered with 8,500lbs of trash after partygoers trashed the natural beauty spot"

Poor attitudes about clean environments and other issues*
suggest the motto: "Climate change may be my bitch but not my problem!"

* Re: https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/sci ... ate-change
"Causes of Climate Change: Generating power, Manufacturing goods, Cutting down forests,
Using transportation, Producing food, Powering buildings, Consuming too much"

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://helenastales.weebly.com/blogue/ ... -the-earth
"Missing Secret Diary of Admiral Byrd describing his mysterious voyage inside the earth"

Intriguing story with some logic anomalies (IMO) ...

- Civilizations cannot exist inside the earth given natural geology. Even if alien,
the civilization would need extraordinary control of earth's geological forces

- Admiral Byrd's aliens, by staying uninvolved in human wars, seem unaware
that some nuclear radiation lasts thousands of years. A nuclear winter,
post World War III, would leave few humans for intereaction.

- The German Flugelrad flying machines were never proven to exist and to use this term
in this diary is suspicious (those aliens would have their own term). Since the Flugelrads
didn't exist, Admiral Byrd could not reference them in describing the alien's machine.

- Unbelievable conspiracy exists between some humans and those aliens
since alien existence has been kept mostly secret for MANY decades!

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.cnn.com/videos/travel/2023/ ... c-orig.cnn
"what you should definitely not do at a nude beach"

Good advice if you were told to not go to a nude beach.

Best guess: Issues relating to nudity are not so concerning
if the beach's nudists are mature adults like in this video.

Beach wisdom #1: These typical mature adults
don't have preferred pronouns. WYSIWYG

Beach wisdom #2: If you don't got it, flaunt what you got!
(your matching hat, shoes, and beach towel)

Beach wisdom #3: Cameras are everywhere these days!
(your hat, shoes, and beach towel will be photographed)

Beach wisdom #4: If nudity without beach, asking
"Where's the beach?" may be controversial.

Rod ... ... (need hat to match faded red Crocs:
$2 bargain at mother-in-law's garage sale! Been using
to wash car, but could be recycled for beach wear).

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/articl ... ients.html
"Now health professionals are urged to (rename anatomy)"

Apparently, new sexual identity permits renaming of one's anatomy!
In addition to preferred pronouns, one's anatomical part names should be shared
if different than traditional. "Kiss My App" could be a personal smartphone app
that communicates all the names one prefers.

Hopefully, "pie hole" never changes definition
because we've long known where pie is supposed to go.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/articl ... necks.html
"TikTok boat jumping challenge that sees people jump off vessels moving at high speed
is blamed for FOUR deaths in Alabama"

TikTok Roulette must be replacement for Russian Roulette
Any challenge promoted by TikTok is safe until proven unsafe
... but then replaced by a different challenge.

Darwin's "natural selection" for the internet era?

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/articl ... T-fat.html
"Competitive eating could become America's next ELITE sport"

"George Shea, chairman of Major League Eating, insisted such contests have potential to thrive worldwide
due to the sheer entertainment they provide - and says the discipline of key competitors is akin to that
of mainstream sports stars. 'It's just pure spectacle ... made for media' "

The sky's the limit on how (and how much) the human body can be stressed
... unbelievably complemented by all the spectators who want to see this!

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.foxnews.com/us/congressman- ... -handle-it
"(U.S.) Congressman has grim take after access to UFO footage"

"We couldn't fight them off what we wanted to. That's why I don't think they're a threat to us"

Suggests that if the media shows them to be a threat,
that "evidence" may not be authentic.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dezeen.com/tag/ai/
Looks like a good site to monitor for significant AI development!

Re: https://www.dezeen.com/2023/07/13/elon- ... i-aitopia/

"Musk suggested that the idea behind xAI was to build an AI that is made safer by its own curiosity,
as opposed to being programmed to have morality – a process referred to as alignment. 'If it tried
to understand the true nature of the universe, that's actually the best thing that I can come up with
from an AI safety standpoint,' he said. 'I think it is going to be pro-humanity from the standpoint
that humanity is just much more interesting than not-humanity.' "

Not being programmed to have morality hints that Musk's xAI will define "morality" for humans.
Such honing of a two-sided sword, this continuing "Artificial Intelligence" exploration!

"Morality" is a good talking point about AI ...

Since God-knowing people accept that morality is derived from a God-centered life,
with one's social service reflecting "brotherhood of man - fatherhood of God",
to the extent that AI guides toward this definition of morality determines
which side of the sword is pointed at humanity. However, many AIs exist,
so it's no longer meaningful to refer to one AI.

Who's your daddy? xAI, xxAI or xxxAI?
(a well-trained daddy says "Ask your mom!")

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6463098/
"Prebiotics: Definition, Types, Sources, Mechanisms, and Clinical Applications"

TMI about prebiotics but a good reference to imply that you're knowledgeable.

Tip: More recent information about prebiotics suggests that prebiotics (natural foods)
are better for daily microbiome health than probiotics (albeit, a good dose of probiotics
may be neccesary to start recovery from an intense dosage of antibiotics ...
with prebiotics then the focus).

See also: Re: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/19 ... otic-foods
"The 19 Best Prebiotic Foods You Should Eat"

No favorites Go for apples (with skin, especially if organic)

Rod

[Amigoo]

Interestingly, the repercussion of AI relates to what is believed and what is allowed to happen.
Otherwise AI is just well-informed (?) opinion and/or creativity. That AI already is fearsome to some people
suggests that this belief derives from media promotion/hearsay (especially on the internet) ...
rather than the scientific method.

See also: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scientific_method

"It involves careful observation, applying rigorous skepticism about what is observed, given that cognitive assumptions
can distort how one interprets the observation. It involves formulating hypotheses, via induction, based on such observations;
the testability of hypotheses, experimental and the measurement-based statistical testing of deductions drawn from the hypotheses;
and refinement (or elimination) of the hypotheses based on the experimental findings."

LOL 1: That much skepticism already exists about AI suggests that an indirect scientific method is unfolding.
LOL 2: AI should be able to report on what humans have indirectly hypothesized, tested, deducted, and refined.


Also related to troublesome new technology ...

Re: https://articles.mercola.com/sites/arti ... nfood.aspx
"Pig Beans — The Latest GMO Frankenfood"

"Piggy Sooy, a soybean genetically engineered to contain pig protein. One or more undisclosed pig genes are spliced into conventional soya to create a soybean with 26.6% animal protein"

"Researchers have discovered that CRISPR-Cas gene editing wreaks havoc in the plant genome, causing several hundred unintended genetic changes to occur simultaneously 'in a catastrophic event' that ripples across large parts of the genome"

See also: https://www.scientificamerican.com/arti ... -to-learn/

"Sixty years on, the very definition of 'gene' is hotly debated. We do not know what most of our DNA does, nor how, or to what extent it governs traits. In other words, we do not fully understand how evolution works at the molecular level."

That unexpected events are occurring with DNA modification (aka, "interference with nature") hints that what is not known also includes critical DNA self-repair instructions for such unexpected events (Life Carriers'-designed life plasm protection?) Those provocative mRNA jabs and still-accumulating claims of immune system degradation again come to mind.


Rod

[Amigoo]

Long story short ...

Re: https://www.predictiveanalyticstoday.co ... platforms/

"Top 18 Artificial Intelligence Platforms: Google AI Platform, TensorFlow, Microsoft Azure, Rainbird, Infosys Nia, Wipro HOLMES, Dialogflow, Premonition, Ayasdi, MindMeld, Meya, KAI, Vital A.I, Wit, Receptiviti, Watson Studio, Lumiata, Infrrd"

"AI platforms involves the use of machines to perform the tasks that are performed by human beings. The platforms simulate the cognitive function that human minds perform such as problem-solving, learning, reasoning, social intelligence as well as general intelligence."

(a comment) "Artificial intelligence is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines that exhibits traits associated with a human mind such as learning and problem-solving. AI is used in every field starting from the health industry to the customer care industry."

Bottom line: AI is already everywhere! ...
with many more than 18 identities! ...
suggesting AI can now monitor AI.

"AI God" comes to mind.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/father- ... 00884.html

"Father Refuses To Pay For His Daughter's Wedding
Since She Will Not Let Him Walk Her Down The Aisle"

“She argues that her mother and I don't 'own her,'
therefore we have no right to ‘give her away', he wrote."

Of course, the walk is tradition with meaningful symbolism.
However, still expecting father (parents) to pay for the wedding
communicates that it's still OK to give her a big sum of money
for the privilege of raising her.

Speaking of lost symbolism ...
this walk also communicates that the father (parents)
acknowledge that their daughter is leaving their nest.
Interestingly, if a child does not identify as "daughter",
the walk might still incorrectly imply this.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Good info about AI and stock investing ...

Re: https://medium.com/@shanif/the-theory-b ... 761fe153ad
"The Theory Behind Using AI For Long-Term Stock Analysis"

"Despite the benefits of using AI to analyze stocks, it’s important to understand that
artificial intelligence is not an oracle - it won’t be right every time.

Today’s AI works well to identify patterns that have worked in the historical datasets that it uses to learn. They identify the key variables that have the biggest impact to overall stock performance in the datasets that they’ve used. But if a particular stock behaves extremely differently, or if those key variables that drive stock performance change suddenly, then these AI models may have trouble accurately predicting performance, or they may need time to react to the changing landscape.

That’s why we believe AI can be an invaluable tool for stock analysis and investing, but it is just one tool in a larger toolbox of investing."


Another weak link in stock investing is that many people use these computer tools - a trend for good stock performance
may just be reflection of that group think, intensified by AI-convincing lemming investment*.

Re: https://www.datrics.ai/ai-in-stock-trad ... ow-in-2020

"Today, in times of crises and crashes, stock markets are highly unpredictable, and no machine can grasp those shocks and adapt its advice to these fluctuations quickly enough to protect your assets. It's imperative to keep the broader market status in mind every time you follow the trading signals because of the artificial intelligence trading software limited knowledge about the market."

* "Many people praise the power of AI to analyze big data and predict patterns, which allows making 'lazy money' on correct stock decisions. But the sobering truth is that good strategy is quickly recognized and copied, becoming obsolete too quickly to make enough money on them."


Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.brighteon.com/
(search for: "ASTONISHING - Bitcoiners don't realize BITCOIN isn't PRIVATE!")

Apparently, the greater problem with non-so-private bitcoin is that all of one's cryptocurrency transactions can be be traced. Not so easy but may be why governments are pushing for cryptocurrency replacement of fiat money. This video mentions that privacy coins are now being developed, however trends hint that all crypto will be traceable regardless of marketing promise.

Tip: The blockchain ledger that never goes away and keeps increasing in size is why cryptocurrency transactions are forever traceable. Have you heard that your life passes before your eyes just before your death? With bitcoin, your lifetime transactions can be viewed in the same moments ... "with the right tools".

See also: https://www.cloudwards.net/is-crypto-anonymous/
"Is Crypto Anonymous in 2023 & Is It More Traceable Than Cash?"

"Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency are a lot more traceable than cash, and it’s all down to the blockchain, the ledger. Cash doesn’t have a ledger: you can spend a $5 note in a shop now, and tomorrow it could be on the other side of the world and you’d be none the wiser... With the right tools and enough patience, you can track any cryptocurrency you’d like, as well as its owner, from anywhere and at any time."

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/articl ... id-19.html
"The unique daily routine that has prevented an Australian professor from contracting ... cold and flu"

Despite unique spray, this routine highlights that breathing (via nose and mouth)
is how viruses and cold germs enter the body. While quality masks (properly worn)
help limit exposure, sprays and mouth wash can also help limit exposure.

Apparently, various products - even home remedies - complement
this disease avoidance, but not breathing contaminated air is best
(i.e., don't linger in those public spaces).

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/vitamins ... der-adults
"Vitamins and Minerals for Older Adults"

"It is usually better to get the nutrients you need from food, rather than a pill.
... nutrient-dense foods contain other things that are good for you, like fiber.
Most older adults can get all the nutrients they need from foods."

Rarely mentioned is that the body, via hydration, can discard vitamins
... and probably why unneeded vitamin products are not so problematic.
The typical problem with older adults seems that quantity and variety
of healthy foods becomes more limited with advancing age.

Fiber has been a recommended dietary nutrient for decades!
... and now more noticeably absent in fast/processed foods.
While veggies have long been touted as good fiber sources,
the real benefit of this fiber is that it includes moisture
(unlike grains, for example).

Rod .

[Amigoo]

Such humor and enlightenment in so few words!
(negative comment online about a multivitamin):

"The label was confusing. It says 'for him'. It assumes all XY chromosome people identify as a gender."

The humor? That a multivitamin should arouse gender identity controversy!
Enlightenment? That an XY chromosome is not indicative of biologic gender!

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://news.yahoo.com/race-towards-aut ... 25493.html
"Race towards 'autonomous' AI agents grips Silicon Valley"

"Without a human in the loop that checks every action to see if it's not dangerous,
we might end up with actions that are criminal or could harm people... In years from now
these systems could be smarter than us, but it doesn't mean they have the same moral compass."

"You have to treat AI like a baby and constantly supervise it like a mom."

... and keep your fingers crossed when it becomes independent. Hopefully,
the many AI platforms likely to be developed near term will include AI that monitors
other AI for reasonable morality, legality, etc.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/articl ... g-gay.html
"Detransitioner bitterly regrets having testicles removed after struggling with being gay"

More evidence that society refuses to accept masculine girls and effeminate boys
(both not necessarily "gay"), limiting them to permitted sexual behaviors/identities?
Now, medication/surgery pushed as humane guidance is increasingly suspect.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/articl ... lmart.html

"The Dr. Bombay Ice Cream - named after (Snoop Dogg's) Non-Fungible Token (NFT) character -
will hit (Walmart) shelves for $4.98 across 3,500 stores from August 1. The range includes
seven different flavors such as Bonus Track Brownie, Cocoa Cream Cookie Dream
and Iced Out Orange Dream - creations inspired by his marijuana induced 'munchies.' "

These flavors may not be so munchie-appealing unless consumed post weed*
... after which MANY munchies are already sufficiently appealing!

For a local party rollout, press all the flavor pints into one and call it Bongbay.

* See also: https://www.goodrx.com/health-topic/can ... you-hungry
"Why Does Weed Make You Hungry?"

"THC can make food taste better and trick your brain into thinking you’re hungry"

Marketing genius! You munch because (stuff) tastes better -
not because you're hungry (but think you are).

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://citizenwatchreport.com/chinas-s ... ne-sirens/
"China's social credit score experiment gains momentum.

Now, if a person with a low rating calls you, your phone emits a siren instead of the usual ringtone.
there is a voice reminder that a conversation with this subscriber will lead to a decrease in your score."

How to explain to others nearby why you're receiving a siren call
This will persuade phone owners to mute their ringtone in public.
Big Brother solves the phone noise problem!

This century's first digital VD, spread by social interaction
with an infected person (has bad credit score).

Rod

[Amigoo]

Long story short (but getting longer) ...

Re: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gender

"The words sex and gender have a long and intertwined history. In the 15th century gender expanded from its use as a term for a grammatical subclass to join sex in referring to either of the two primary biological forms of a species, a meaning sex has had since the 14th century; phrases like 'the male sex' and 'the female gender' are both grounded in uses established for more than five centuries. In the 20th century sex and gender each acquired new uses."

Thus, "the two primary biological forms of a species" is sufficiently explicit
for reference to X/Y chromosomes (biological confirmation of two identities).

However, Biox and Bioy now come to mind ...
with Bioxx, Bioyy, and Bioxy subclasses.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Quick review of climate change (as related to greenhouse emissions) ...

Re: https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/source ... -emissions
"Sources of Greenhouse Gas Emissions:
Transportation (28%), Electricity Production (25% ), Industry (23%)"

Re: https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/c ... e-worried/
"Crypto consumes a ton of power to keep things running."

"Tesla CEO Elon Musk rocked the crypto market in 2021 when he said his company
would no longer accept bitcoin for vehicle purchases. His reasoning had to do with
large amount of fossil fuel-generated energy that's required to mine cryptocurrency."

Considering that people do not prefer less transportation, less industrial output,
and less electricity, individuals are limited in their potential contributions
to reduction of greenhouse emissions ... until they prefer less.

For the interim, the huge cost of bitcoin mining and financial transactions
seems a reasonable tax source, funds which could be used to develop
alternatives to fossil fuels for creating electricity.

Rod