🧠 #BrainFood 08.21.24

Music helps brain rehab, AI video is a trip, Green > Coal, "We gon' be alright" ~Goldman Sachs

Aug 22, 2024

Summary: Music-based movement therapy, the Ronnie Gardiner Method, shows promise in aiding rehabilitation for stroke and other brain disorders, according to a review from researchers. This rhythmic and engaging approach, which involves coordinated movements and sounds, has been well-received by participants for its enjoyable and social nature.

While the method’s potential benefits for stroke recovery are documented, further studies are needed to validate its effectiveness in other conditions. The Ronnie Gardiner Method may become a valuable addition to traditional neurological rehabilitation.

AI as LSD trips

Go watch some of these if you want to start your day off tipping balls.

Also, while most of these videos seem silly & pointless, I see something different. I see AI getting better, and better, and better at creating video. We’re very close to the point of “what’s does real even mean anymore” with media.

U.S. Wind, Solar Produce More Power Than Coal Through July For First Time

What significant milestone was achieved by wind and solar energy in the U.S. through July 2024?

For the first time, wind and solar energy combined produced more electricity than coal in the U.S. during the first seven months of the year, according to preliminary data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA).

What factors contributed to the decline of coal production in the U.S.?

Coal production has decreased significantly, particularly in Wyoming's Powder River Basin, where it fell by 25% in the first half of 2024. This decline is attributed to the rise of low-cost shale gas and a shift towards renewable energy sources, which have been growing steadily over the past 15 years.

How did the electricity generation from wind and solar compare to coal in terms of numbers?

Through July 2024, wind and solar energy generated a combined total of 393 terawatt-hours (TWh), surpassing coal's generation of 388 TWh. This growth was driven by a 36% increase in solar production and an 8% increase in wind production compared to the previous year.

Goldman Sachs cuts odds of U.S. recession to 20% after retail and jobs data

What recent change did Goldman Sachs make regarding the likelihood of a U.S. recession?

Goldman Sachs reduced its forecast for the likelihood of a U.S. recession from 25% to 20%, following new data on retail sales and unemployment claims that alleviated concerns about an economic downturn.

What data influenced Goldman Sachs' revised recession probability?

The revision was influenced by a surprising jobs report for July, which showed only 114,000 nonfarm payroll increases, and subsequent positive data, including a 1% rise in retail sales and lower-than-expected unemployment claims.

What could prompt Goldman Sachs to adjust their recession probability again?

A robust jobs report on September 6 could lead Goldman Sachs to revert their probability back to 15%, which it maintained for nearly a year prior to August, depending on the labor market's performance

Second Largest Diamond Ever Found

Lucara, a Canadian mining company, has unearthed the second largest diamond ever found, a remarkable 2,492-carat rough stone the size of a large potato.

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