As if there isn't enough to worry about. Washington Post correspondent Kevin Seiff recently traveled to Oaxaca Mexico to investigate the diminishing supply of wild agave plants. Popularity, increasing profitability, and high demand in the face of limited supply risks placing certain agave species in a potentially unsustainable crisis. Why is this so concerning? While most consumers are … [Read more...] about Margarita Madness ! Wild Agave Shortage. Will Mezcal Vanish ?
Hundreds of Years Later, Some Still Believe The Earth is Flat….
In a "what did I just read" moment, I did a quick internet search on the topic covered in this CNN article. Unexpectedly, the search revealed an obscure group of round earth deniers. In an effort to comprehend this fringe concept, I delved a little more into the subject matter. And yes, there are those who still believe the earth is flat. CNN's coverage regarding a North Carolina … [Read more...] about Hundreds of Years Later, Some Still Believe The Earth is Flat….
Brazil Struggles with Dengue Outbreak – Over 1 Million Cases Since Beginning of 2024
Dengue is a viral illness transmitted by mosquitos. Also known as "break-bone fever" it can be asymptomatic or lead to serious complications, including a host of symptoms such as fever, nausea, vomiting, headache, pain, lethargy etc. Dengue's most feared complication (other than death) is bleeding and a series of hemorrhagic manifestations. Infected individuals may experience petechiae, … [Read more...] about Brazil Struggles with Dengue Outbreak – Over 1 Million Cases Since Beginning of 2024
El Salvador Adopted Bitcoin in 2021 – Debt Soared to 25 Billion in 2022
El Salvador made history when it first adopted Bitcoin as a legal tender back in 2021. At the time, the President of El Salvador Nayib Bukele revealed his dream to transform the country into a cryptocurrency friendly tax haven. When he announced plans for "Bitcoin City" it sparked a wave of Bitcoin enthusiasts tourism. According to reports, Bukele's plans include a city powered by … [Read more...] about El Salvador Adopted Bitcoin in 2021 – Debt Soared to 25 Billion in 2022
Argentina Inflation Projected at 250%
The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)1 expects Argentina's rate of inflation to skyrocket to 250% for 2024 as its economy and currency continues to struggle. Major reforms initiated by newly elected President Javier Milei have met with protests while the country's economy attempts to restore stability. The resulting turmoil has created tremendous hardship for … [Read more...] about Argentina Inflation Projected at 250%