Things Worth Noting
Project 4.1 was a secret U.S. medical study launched after the 1954 Castle Bravo hydrogen bomb test at Bikini Atoll unexpectedly spread radioactive fallout over Rongelap, Utirik, and Ailinginae Atolls in the Marshall Islands. Instead of immediate evacuation, 239 Marshallese and 28 Americans were monitored for radiation effects. The 15-megaton blast caused acute radiation sickness—nausea, […]
The Stargate Project was a secret U.S. Army program launched in 1977 at Fort Meade, Maryland, to test psychic abilities like remote viewing, ESP, and clairvoyance for military intelligence. Run by the DIA and CIA, it aimed to close a perceived psychic warfare gap with the Soviet Union during the Cold War. Key figures included […]
Operation Sea-Spray was a secret 1950 U.S. Navy test that sprayed Serratia marcescens and Bacillus globigii over San Francisco to study bioweapon vulnerability. From September 20–27, a ship offshore released aerosol clouds, exposing nearly all 800,000 residents to thousands of particles. No one was informed. Soon after, Stanford Hospital saw 11 rare urinary tract infections; […]
Smart TVs spy on users through Automatic Content Recognition (ACR), which captures pixel and audio samples every few milliseconds to track viewing habits—even from HDMI inputs like gaming consoles or laptops. This builds detailed viewer profiles using IP addresses and demographics, sold to advertisers for targeted ads. Built-in microphones and cameras enable voice activation and […]
Project ARTICHOKE was a CIA covert program launched in 1951 to develop mind control and advanced interrogation techniques during the Cold War. Evolving from Project BLUEBIRD, it focused on using LSD, hypnosis, mescaline, morphine addiction, and sensory deprivation to induce amnesia, compliance, and involuntary actions—like the “Manchurian Candidate” assassin concept. Subjects included POWs, defectors, CIA […]
Cellulose, a natural plant fiber from wood pulp or cotton, is a common food additive used as a thickener, anti-caking agent, filler, and emulsifier in processed foods. Found in shredded cheese, grated Parmesan, fast food, low-fat items, and high-fiber products, it prevents clumping, boosts texture, and adds bulk without calories. Derivatives like microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) […]
Squatting during defecation—by elevating legs with a stool—straightens the rectum, relaxes the puborectalis muscle, and widens the anorectal angle for easier, faster bowel movements. This natural pooping posture reduces straining, constipation, hemorrhoids, and pelvic floor stress. Studies show squatting cuts evacuation time to about one minute versus 4–15 when sitting, with nearly full symptom relief […]
A simple saliva test detects heart failure early by measuring biomarkers like S100A7 and Galectin-3, which double in patients compared to healthy people. Using a non-invasive biosensor with microfluidic channels, screen-printed electrodes, and a portable reader, it delivers results in 15 minutes from one drop—no blood, no lab. It spots systolic and acute heart failure […]
Gerrymandering is the manipulation of electoral district boundaries to favor one party or group, often using census data during redistricting led by state legislatures. Named after Elbridge Gerry’s 1812 salamander-shaped district, it undermines fair representation and voting rights, especially for communities of color. Common tactics include packing (concentrating opponents into few districts) and cracking (spreading […]
If a DNA test shows you’re not the biological father—a non-paternity event—act quickly. The emotional shock brings grief, anger, and identity crisis; seek therapy and support groups for coping. Legally, you’re likely the presumed father if you signed the birth certificate or Voluntary Acknowledgement of Paternity, meaning child support continues until disestablished. Hire a family […]