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  • Here’s my Lyft rental experience

    Lyft has come a loong way… Was today years old finding out about their rentals | JL Talks | May 31, 2025 Related Information : Lyft opened an 80,000-square-foot facility in Tennessee. It isn’t a data center. ( Article date: October 2, 2026)

  • The Truth about diesel: Why it worked in Europe but failed in America

    In the late 1970s, General Motors rushed to meet strict new federal fuel economy standards by introducing a diesel V8 engine under its Oldsmobile brand, leading to a legendary automotive disaster. Instead of engineering a heavy-duty diesel block from the ground up, GM cut corners by converting an existing gasoline engine architecture to handle diesel’s vastly higher compression pressures. Because components like the head bolts and block material were too weak for the stress, the engines suffered catastrophic failures, including warped parts, cracked blocks, and blown head gaskets, often shortly after leaving the dealership. Compounded by fuel system water contamination and a reputation for smoke and noise, the widespread breakdowns…

  • Americans feel MORE FREE in China than in th U.S.

    Maria Ridu brings up some pretty good points. They didnt mention the Great Firewall of China and how much it bans western sites and media , which wasnt expected . Besides that it would be nice to stay in China for lil, just to see what its like especially the internet cafes. Related Information : If young US people accept Xi’s invitation to China, what will Beijing show them? (Article date: October 2, 2026)

  • Section 702: How backdoor searches work #substack #shorts

    Section 702 of FISA allows U.S. intelligence agencies to conduct warrantless surveillance of foreigners overseas by compelling U.S. telecom and tech companies to turn over communications. Abuse occurs primarily through “backdoor searches,” where agencies misuse this vast intelligence database to search for the personal data of U.S. citizens domestically without a warrant.| Mediocre Mamma | June 22, 2026 Related Information: DOJ’s secret search of journalist’s accounts omitted press law (Article date: October 1, 2026)

  • CNN Studio Tour in Atlanta

    Founded by Ted Turner and Reese Schonfeld, CNN (Cable News Network) launched on June 1, 1980, as the world’s first 24-hour all-news television network. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the popular behind-the-scenes studio tour at the CNN Center began in 1987 and ran for over 30 years. However, the studio tour is now permanently closed, having been halted in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic before the network ultimately consolidated its Atlanta operations away from the CNN Center entirely. Prior to its closure, standard admission tickets typically cost between $13 and $15 for adults, with specialized VIP experiences costing roughly $35 to $49. Check out this CNN Studio tour by…

  • What it feels like to did by lethal injection (according to science)

    Death Decoded explores the science behind lethal injection, detailing the biological and chemical processes that occur during the execution. It challenges the perception of a ‘peaceful’ death and examines the complexities of the three-drug protocol, the effects on the body, and the uncertainties surrounding anesthesia depth. Scientific insights reveal that the experience of death may be far different from what is observed, raising ethical questions and concerns about the humane nature of this execution method. | August 15, 2026 Related Information: Woman survives two doses of lethal drug in failed execution in Tennessee (Article date: October 1, 2026)

  • How AppLovin Ads really work

    AppLovin is a technology company that provides software and advertising solutions for mobile app developers and businesses looking to reach consumers through mobile devices. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company operates a platform that helps app developers acquire new users, monetize their apps through advertising, and analyze marketing performance. Its products use artificial intelligence and machine learning to match advertisers with relevant audiences, optimize ad placement, and maximize revenue for app publishers. AppLovin is particularly well known in the mobile gaming industry, where its advertising and monetization tools are widely used, but it also serves a growing range of consumer brands and app-based businesses. |…