The Unlikely Buddha

The chemicals referred to as "forever chemicals" are per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). They are a large group of man-made chemicals that have been used in a wide range of products since the 1940s. PFAS are known for their ability to repel water, oil, and dirt, which makes them useful in a variety of applications. The first PFAS were created in the 1930s by the DuPont Corporation. DuPont developed Teflon, a nonstick coating for cookware, in 1946. Teflon is a PFAS called polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).  Other common PFAS include perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS). PFAS have been produced for over 80 years by a variety of companies, including DuPont, 3M, Chemours, and Daikin. They are used in a wide range of products, including: Nonstick cookware Waterproof clothing and gear Food packaging Carpets Furniture Personal care products Firefighting foam Industrial coatings PFAS have been found to be dangerous to human health and the environ...

Psyche is a large M-type asteroid, with an estimated diameter of 226 kilometers (140 miles). This is slightly larger than the state of Rhode Island, and about half the size of the state of West Virginia. In comparison, the Earth's metal core has a radius of about 3,485 kilometers (2,165 miles), and a diameter of about 6,970 kilometers (4,330 miles). This means that Psyche is about 1/30th the size of the Earth's metal core. In most M-type asteroids, the metal is concentrated at the center of the asteroid. This is because metal is denser than rock, so it sinks to the center of the asteroid as it forms. However, there are a few possible explanations for why Psyche may be different: Psyche may be the exposed core of a protoplanet. A protoplanet is a small, rocky body that is thought to be the precursor to a planet.  If Psyche is the exposed core of a protoplanet, it may have lost its rocky mantle due to a giant collision. Psyche may have formed from the debris of a giant collision....

In the variations of  C G Am F (Verse 1) You're a mystery,  a puzzle to be solved, Your beauty's like a treasure  to be found. I'm drawn to you  like moth to flame, Can't help but fall for you,  my heart's  been bound. (Chorus) Oh, mysterious woman,  I'm hooked on you, Like a song that's always playing,  I can't get you out of my head. Oh, mysterious woman,  I'm entranced by you. Like a dream  that I can't wake up from,  I'm lost in your bed. (Verse 2) Your eyes are like  a deep blue sea, Your lips are like  a ripe red berry. I long to taste  your sweet embrace, To explore  your secrets,  hidden face. (Chorus) Oh, mysterious woman,  I'm hooked on you, Like a song that's always playing,  I can't get you  out of my head. Oh, mysterious woman,  I'm hooked on you. Like a dream  that I can't wake up from,  I'm lost in your bed. (Bridge) I don't know your name,  I don't know your...

The Romano lithium mine, proposed for Montalegre, in Portugal's northern district of Vila Real, has obtained a favourable conditional Environmental Impact Statement (DIA) from the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) in February 2023.  The site is part of the Barroso Transboundary Biosphere Reserve, which is a UNESCO-designated area that spans the border between Portugal and Spain. The northern Montalegre area is a rural region with a population of around 10,000 people. The main economic activities in the area are agriculture and forestry. The region is known for its high-quality agricultural products, including beef, pork, and cheese. The potential impacts of open lithium mining on the northern Montalegre area include: Water consumption: Lithium mining requires large amounts of water, which could put a strain on local water resources. Water pollution: Lithium mining can produce wastewater that contains pollutants, such as heavy metals and lithium salts. If this wastewater is not pr...

The Talmud, the Koran, and the Bible are three of the most important religious texts in the world, and they all have a lot to say about seeking justice, dealing with adversity, and getting along. In the Talmud, we find the following teaching: "Justice is the foundation of the world." This teaching emphasizes the importance of justice in all aspects of life, from the personal to the societal. The Talmud also teaches that we should always strive to help those in need, and to stand up for what is right, even when it is difficult. The Koran also teaches the importance of justice. In the Koran, we find the following verse: "And when you judge between people, judge with justice." This verse teaches us that we should always be fair and impartial when making judgments. The Koran also teaches that we should be merciful and compassionate, and that we should forgive those who have wronged us. The Bible also teaches the importance of justice. In the Bible, we find the following...

Lately I've noticed my world's upside down And everything's coming unglued Like crossing the dateline I'm all turned round And just don't know what to do All day long I keep neglecting Things I have to do That people are expecting What does it matter How can I work feeling blue I'm stuck on you Can't read the news That's too depressing I know this world's a mess 'Cause all my clothes need pressing Everything's scattered Baby I'm stuck on you Deeper and deeper I go Spinning around like a fool Drowning in love's undertow And there's nothing that I can do Night after night I'm convalescing I used to have a social life But now it's not worth mentioning Just a bit tattered Baby I'm stuck on you Only the stars in the sky Know why I'm feeling so blue Maybe the moon has advice That can get you to love me too The city lights peer through my curtain And so I'll face another night Of counting sheep for certain Tossing and...

The U.N. has been in existence for 78 years, as of today, October 18, 2023. The U.N. is funded by its member states. The amount each country pays is determined by a complex formula that takes into account the country's economic wealth and population. The total U.N. budget for 2023 is $3.4 billion. The lion share comes from the U.S. The United Nations has NEVER achieved a lasting peace in any region of the world. The UN has been involved in a number of peacekeeping operations around the world, and these operations have resulted in the deaths of UN peacekeepers and civilians.  For example, in 1994, over 800,000 people were killed in the Rwandan genocide, and the UN peacekeeping force failed to prevent the massacre. Even in cases where the UN has been successful in ending conflicts and promoting peace, there has often been a loss of innocent lives.  For example, the UN helped to end the civil war in Cambodia in the 1990s, but over 2 million people had already been killed in ...