The Unlikely Buddha

Some 160,000 television and movie actors will join screenwriters who walked off the job in May, setting off the first industrywide shutdown in 63 years. Viewers can fight back against. Here are a few ways to do so: - Boycott new TV shows and movies. This is the most obvious way to show your support for the writers. If you don't watch new shows, the studios will lose money, and they'll be more likely to come to an agreement with the writers. - Spread the word. Talk to your friends and family about the strike, and encourage them to boycott new shows and movies as well. - Find other ways to entertain yourself. There are many great books, plays, and other forms of entertainment out there that don't involve watching TV or movies. And who knows, you might even discover something new that you enjoy. - There are many books written by quality authors. Consult the many top seller lists. - Watch old TV shows and movies. There's a wealth of great entertainment out there that you ma...

Derived Human Dosing of Mouse Enhancement Supplement | Thrivous® This article makes a number of claims about the efficacy of a multi-ingredient dietary supplement that has been shown to enhance the cognition and longevity of mice. The author of the article, Lincoln Cannon, suggests that this supplement could have similar benefits for humans. - However, there are a number of problems with the article's claims. First, the author does not provide any evidence to support the claim that the supplement is effective in humans. The only evidence that is presented is from mouse studies. It is well-known that what works in mice does not always work in humans, so it is not possible to say for sure that this supplement would be effective in humans. - Second, the author's recommendations for the dosage of the supplement are based on a simple calculation that multiplies the mouse dose by a factor of 69.44445. This calculation does not take into account the fact that humans and mice metaboliz...

There is evidence that the Republican Party is radicalizing youth in the United States . This is happening through a number of factors, including: The rise of right-wing media outlets and social media platforms that spread misinformation and conspiracy theories. The increasing polarization of American politics, which has made it more difficult for young people to find common ground with people who have different political views. The decline of trust in traditional institutions, such as the media and government, which has led young people to turn to alternative sources of information that may be more radical. These factors have created an environment in which young people are more susceptible to being radicalized by extremist ideologies. This is particularly true for young people who are already feeling alienated or marginalized, such as those who are struggling with their identity or who have experienced trauma. What specific groups are radicalizing U. S. youth?  There are a number...

The ASPCA received $280 million in donations in 2019 . Of that, 76.9% went to programs, 19.2% went to fundraising, and 3.9% went to administrative costs. The ASPCA's CEO, Matt Bershadker, received $840,000 in total compensation in 2019. Here is a breakdown of some of the ASPCA's expenses in 2019 included: Fundraising expenses: $53.8 million (19.2%) Direct mail: $22.6 million Telemarketing: $13.8 million Digital fundraising: $9.4 million Other fundraising: $8 million Administrative expenses: $10.7 million (3.9%) General and administrative: $8.4 million Travel and conference expenses: $1.8 million Legal and accounting fees: $0.5 million The ASPCA's fundraising expenses are slightly higher than average for animal welfare organizations. However, its administrative expenses are lower than average. This is because the ASPCA has a relatively small staff and relies on volunteers for many of its operations. The ASPCA's CEO, Matt Bershadker, received $840,000 in total compensati...

The Lotka–Volterra predator–prey model is a pair of first-order nonlinear differential equations that describe the dynamics of two interacting populations, one a predator and the other its prey. The equations are: x' = ax - bxy y' = dy - cyx   where: x is the population of the prey y is the population of the predator a and b are positive constants that represent the intrinsic growth rate of the prey and the rate at which the predator kills the prey, respectively d and c are positive constants that represent the intrinsic death rate of the predator and the rate at which the predator reproduces, respectively The equations can be interpreted as follows: The first equation states that the rate of change of the prey population is proportional to its size, but is decreased by the rate at which the predators kill the prey. The second equation states that the rate of change of the predator population is proportional to the number of prey it kills, b...

Erdogan : - Restricts freedom of speech and the press: numerous arrests of journalists and media outlets and has blocked access to social media platforms. - Eroded judicial independence by packing the Turkish judiciary with his supporters, and is using the courts to silence critics.  - Has been using the Turkish government to crack down on dissent, including peaceful protests.  - Expanded his presidential powers by expanding his own powers and consolidating his control over the Turkish government.  - His foreign policy has been increasingly authoritarian and interventionist: has supported the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, intervened in the Syrian civil war, and clashed with the European Union over migration. So why is NATO allowing him to call the shots in who can become a member? NATO's requirements for Nations to join: 1. New members must uphold democracy, which includes tolerating diversity. 2. New members must be in the midst of making progress toward a market econom...

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