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August 20, 2024 What were the first fortunes made in the 13 colonies?  The first fortunes made in the 13 American colonies were primarily derived from agriculture, real estate development, and commercial trade. There was also some banking, manufacturing, and of course, political influence.  1. Agriculture: Tobacco: Tobacco was the most profitable crop in the Southern colonies, particularly in Virginia and Maryland. Planters like the Carter family and William Byrd of Virginia amassed significant wealth by cultivating tobacco on large plantations. Rice and Indigo: In South Carolina and Georgia, rice and indigo were major cash crops. Wealthy planters like Henry Laurens of South Carolina became extremely prosperous from rice cultivation. Timber: The timber industry led to fortunes due to the abundance of trees, which provided building materials for buildings and ships. The colonies' forests provided a seemingly endless supply of building materials for the growing number of colonis...

August 19, 2024 How much does it cost to keep an average human alive? Is it a waste? The cost of keeping a human alive varies widely depending on factors like location, lifestyle, healthcare needs, and access to resources. The main expenses fall in several categories: Basic Needs: Food: The average cost of food per person varies by country and dietary preferences. In the U.S., it might range from $200 to $400 per month per person for groceries, depending on location and diet. Water: In many places, water costs are bundled with utilities. On average, water costs can be around $50-$100 per month per household. Shelter: Rent or mortgage costs can vary greatly. In the U.S., average rent can range from $800 to $2,000 per month depending on location, size, and quality of the home. Clothing: Clothing expenses can vary, but a moderate estimate might be $50 to $100 per month per person. Utilities: Electricity, gas, and other utilities might cost around $100 to $300 per month. Healthcare: Insura...

August 17, 2024 Are Israel and Hezbollah at war again?  If they are not already, Israel and Hezbollah will be at war again soon. As the second defeat of Doughnut Trump is beginning to appear imminent, the chances of conflict escalation in the Middle East keep increasing. The enemies of Israel are emboldened by Democratic administrations. They are afraid of what a "crazy" old man like Trump may do, but are not afraid of what a composed Democratic administration will do. The chances of another war between Hezbollah are Israel beginning this year are higher than 50%. The purpose of Hezbollah in Lebanon is to fight Israel. Hezbollah views Israel as an illegitimate entity and considers it an enemy of Islam. Iran is against Zionism. Iran finances and supports Hezbollah to keep a proxy fight against Israel. Israel's economic and military prowess safeguard its existence and troubles both Hezbollah and Iran.  Below let's take a quick look at Hezbollah, Israel, Iran, and Zionis...

August 14, 2024 What are the odds of dying in a natural disaster? About 0.1%. There are about 60 million deaths each year, out of which about 60,000 can be attributed to natural disasters. If you are going to worry about death, 99% chances of it coming to you by a reason other than a natural disaster. Nonetheless, 60,000 humans think that each year and meet the equalizer due to a natural disaster. Do not fear death. Death is eternal rest. Do not fear pain and suffering. Pain is the pathway, and suffering is the gateway, to salvation.  What are the most severe natural disasters? Natural disasters are catastrophic events caused by nature absent direct intervention from humans. The severity of natural disasters can vary depending on factors like scale, impact on human life, economic damage, and environmental effects. Here's a general order of natural disasters based on potential severity, although this can be subjective and context-dependent: Catastrophic Meteor Event Severity: Catast...