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October 16

After prison: A future in the law

After multiple incarcerations, Ginny Burton has become a top scholar. “My potential goal is to be a prosecutor, because I want reform in that area,” she says.

https://magazine.washington.edu/feature/after-prison-ginny-burton-sees-a-future-in-the-law/#gsc.tab=0

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October 16

🧱 LEGO Builds Life-Size Bugatti Chiron (Because They Could)

1 million pieces. 13,000 hours. 2,304 LEGO motors.

It even drives. It’s also roughly as expensive as the real thing.

Proof that human creativity peaks somewhere between “childlike wonder” and “financial irresponsibility.”

https://www.lego.com/en-us/categories/adults-welcome/article/story-behind-the-lego-buguatti-chiron

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Hot take: being called an old soul is not a compliment.

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Why do our spirits and hearts get so heavy with time? I'm only 32, however, I'm starting to understand why people in their 60s, 70s and beyond are so impatient.

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October 15

ChatGPT in a robot does exactly what experts warned

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIxq03dipUw

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October 15
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October 15

The United Nations, through the International Maritime Organization (IMO), is moving quickly toward implementing a global carbon tax on shipping. The plan involves charging companies a fee—potentially $100 to $380 per ton of CO₂ emitted beyond certain limits—with proceeds going to a U.N.-administered climate fund.

This initiative is framed as part of international climate efforts, but it would mark the first time the U.N. imposes a direct global tax, impacting trade and shipping costs worldwide. The structure raises questions about governance and accountability, as funds would be managed outside of national control.

The IMO is expected to vote on the proposal soon, and if adopted, the new tax could take effect as early as 2027. Given the scale and speed of this move, it’s critical for industry stakeholders and governments to engage now—before these changes become irreversible.

If you had to describe this "progressive policy" by the U.N. using only one word, what would it be? Share your answers below. ⬇️

Link to article: https://www.wsj.com/opinion/united-nations-shipping-tax-climate-international-maritime-organization-e2f418c0

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