Author: Daniel Keem
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The Pentagon no-plane theory and why it persists
The ‘no plane hit the Pentagon’ claim is decisively contradicted by evidence, yet it persists. Understanding why says more about us than about 9/11.
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The FIRE movement is mostly tech workers with survivorship bias
FIRE blogs make early retirement look replicable, but the math behind most of them depends on tech-sector incomes and a bull market that won’t repeat on demand.
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Why evidence can be suppressed
Evidence suppression isn’t always dramatic. The mundane mechanisms — settlements, NDAs, classification, journal practices — quietly reshape what we know.
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How JFK conspiracy culture set the template for 9/11 theories
The JFK assassination created the modern conspiracy template—official narrative versus hidden truth. The 9/11 theories that followed were a near-direct copy.
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Family court secrecy protects abusers more than children
Sealed family court records are framed as child protection, but in practice they often shield abusers and obstruct accountability. The trade-off deserves scrutiny.
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Homeowners insurance is collapsing in climate-exposed states and nobody has a plan
Insurers are leaving Florida, California, and Louisiana faster than the housing market can absorb. The collapse of climate-exposed coverage has no real fix in sight.
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Exercise doesn’t guarantee better health
Exercise is genuinely good for you, but it’s not a universal fix. Diet, sleep, stress, and genetics shape outcomes more than the fitness industry admits.
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Clinically studied doesn’t mean clinically effective
Supplement labels love the phrase ‘clinically studied,’ but it carries far less weight than shoppers think. Here’s how to read it honestly.
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Overreliance on devices can reduce awareness
Smart devices are taking over tasks our brains used to handle, and the cognitive cost is showing up in driving, navigation, and basic situational awareness.