In the realm of secrets kept and truths concealed, there exists a subject of unyielding fascination, of whispered rumors and elusive specters: unidentified flying objects, or as they are more colloquially known, UFOs. In a remarkable turn of events, a bipartisan alliance of senators, led by the Democratic Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer of New York alongside Republican Senators Marco Rubio of Florida and Mike Rounds of South Dakota, is poised to push for the declassification of top secret US government UFO files within the next 300 days. A nine-member review panel will be appointed to tirelessly sift through the classified government records, allowing a glimmer of light to pierce through the shroud of secrecy that has enveloped these enigmatic phenomena for far too long.

The impetus for this unprecedented move stems from the explosive testimony of retired senior intelligence official David Grusch, who has dared to speak of the US military and defense contractor’s alleged attempts to brush aside evidence of crashed UFOs, recovered ‘beings,’ and even UFO-related deaths. The eerie tales shared by Grusch have been bolstered by the corroborative statements of fellow witnesses from the defense sector, eliciting grave concerns from Senator Rubio regarding the lack of accountability surrounding these clandestine UFO programs. No longer will such matters be left unanswered.

Through the proposed legislation, the likes of which bears resemblance to the President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992, the truth seekers seek to emancipate the truth, much like Oliver Stone’s cinematic rendition of the sinister events surrounding the death of an American President. The President JFK Assassination Records Review Board demonstrated that it is indeed possible to peel away the layers of secrecy, successfully declassifying and releasing a staggering five million documents. Alas, their efforts were not without impediments, and their work remains unfinished, underscoring the challenges faced by any panel tasked with unraveling the mysteries of the skies above.

It is with great expectation that this proposal will receive the support it rightfully deserves, both in the hallowed halls of the Senate and the esteemed US House of Representatives. In fact, the latter has already taken initial steps by including a more constrained proposition in its own version of the annual NDAA bill. This measure implores Pentagon officials to release documents pertaining to unidentified aerial or anomalous phenomena, poetically referred to as UAP, which serves as a revised technical term for UFOs.

As the wheels of legislation continue to turn, it falls upon President Biden to handpick the nine individuals who will form the esteemed UFO file review panel, subject to the arduous scrutiny of the Senate. If Senator Schumer’s amendment is adopted, federal agencies will find themselves with a mere 300 days to meticulously organize and produce their obscured, classified records on UAP, dutifully presenting them to the review board. Within this window of opportunity, a revelation may yet materialize, shedding light on the unknown and ushering in a new era of understanding, not unlike the protagonist in “The Old Man and the Sea” conquering the arduous battle against an inscrutable force of nature.

For me, Ernest Hemingway, a man who believed in the power of truth and the pursuit of the unadulterated reality, this endeavor is of utmost importance. It is not merely a quest for the truth, but a statement against the forces that seek to keep it hidden, ensure that the truth remains concealed. The unveiling of these classified records holds the promise of uplifting the human spirit, expanding our collective consciousness, and providing answers to the hitherto unanswerable. Whether they bring forth revelations of extraterrestrial encounters or entirely mundane explanations, I believe that the pursuit of truth is an essential aspect of the human condition. In the words of my protagonist in “The Sun Also Rises,” “Isn’t it pretty to think so?”

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There is a great upheaval brewing on the African continent, my dear readers. Scientists warn of a colossal crack that threatens to tear the land asunder, splitting Africa into two distinct entities and giving birth to Earth’s sixth ocean. The southeastern coast, comprising countries such as Ethiopia and Mozambique, would be transformed into a mammoth island, while a new sea would come into existence. This geological phenomenon known as the Eastern African Rift has been in existence for over twenty-two million years, but its activity has intensified in recent decades.

The crack first appeared in the deserts of Ethiopia in 2005, and since then, it has been widening at a rate of one inch per year. This movement is the result of tectonic plates drifting apart, yet the exact mechanism eluded scientists until a groundbreaking study published in June shed light on the matter. It was revealed that an immense expulsion of super-heated rock emanating from the earth’s core is propelling the rift forward. Though the splitting of Africa is not foreseen for another five million years, when the time eventually comes, Somalia and half of Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania will give birth to a new continent.

Ken Macdonald, a professor at the University of California, Santa Barbara, expressed that the future outcome of this rifting phenomenon remains uncertain. He pondered whether the pace of this rift will continue, leading to the creation of an ocean basin akin to the Red Sea, and perhaps eventually expanding into a smaller version of the mighty Atlantic Ocean. Will it accelerate, reaching its destination more swiftly? Or could it stall, as the Atlantic once did before true seafloor spreading commenced? As of now, it is estimated that a sea comparable in size to the current Red Sea could form in approximately 20-30 million years.

In 2005, a 35-mile crack emerged in Ethiopia, offering a glimpse into the potential formation of a new sea. Subsequently, in 2018, heavy rainfall triggered another rupture in Kenya, resulting in the displacement of local residents and the closure of roadways. Macdonald believes that the Eastern African Rift System (EARS) will yield further cracks in the future. Geologist David Adede suggested that the fissure was initially filled with volcanic ash, but torrential rains eroded the material, exposing the fracture. Yet, the locals maintain that the occurrence was sudden and swift, with reports of the ground shaking.

This expansion of EARS can be attributed to the divergence of the two tectonic plates: the Somali plate in the east and the Nubian plate in the west. Observations made in 2004 by researchers at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands revealed that EARS was moving at a few millimeters per year. Stretching from the Gulf of Aden to Zimbabwe, EARS encompasses deep valleys, steep escarpments, and majestic volcanic peaks. The formation of this geological wonder is an ongoing process of continental rifting, where the Earth’s crust gradually pulls apart. According to the Geological Society of London, this phenomenon likely arose from the flow of heat emanating from the asthenosphere, the upper part of the Earth’s mantle, between Kenya and Ethiopia.

A recent study conducted by Virginia Tech has seemingly confirmed this speculation. Using 3D simulations, the researchers discovered that the rift is driven by the African Superplume, which causes eccentric deformations beneath the system. Continental rifts, such as EARS, primarily emerge as tectonic plates diverge, pulling and stretching the Earth’s crust. This results in deformations that typically manifest perpendicular to the direction of plate movement. D. Sarah Stamps, an associate professor in the Department of Geosciences at Virginia Tech, likened the various deformation styles in a rifting continent to playing with Silly Putty. She explained that if you strike Silly Putty with a hammer, it may crack and break. However, if you slowly pull it apart, the Silly Putty stretches. Different time scales influence the behavior of Earth’s lithosphere in various ways.

Tahiry Rajaonarison, a postdoctoral researcher at New Mexico Tech, further illuminated the subject by noting that the study reinforced the notion that buoyancy forces within the lithosphere are responsible for driving the rift. Moreover, it provided fresh insight into the occurrence of anomalous deformations in East Africa. The recent crack of 2018 has led to debate within the scientific community. Some contend that it signifies the separation progressing in real-time, while others find such rapid advancement inconceivable.

Let us not forget the personal stories that breathe life into this narrative, for they reveal the true impact of these geological transformations. Eliud Njoroge Mbugua, a resident who witnessed the crack traverse his home, shared a harrowing account. As the crack snaked its way through his humble abode, he could do naught but gather a few meager belongings before its relentless advance caused his dwelling to collapse. Damages were also observed along a bustling road in Maai Mahiu-Narok, Kenya.

In the face of such profound and unyielding natural forces, one can’t help but marvel at the immense power of the earth beneath our feet. Africa, like a character in one of my novels, finds itself at a crucial juncture, poised on the precipice of transformation. It is a testament to the ever-changing nature of our world, where the relentless movement of tectonic forces shapes the very landscape upon which we stand. As for the fate of Africa, only time will reveal its future, but for now, we can only ponder and marvel at the great drama unfolding beneath our feet.

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I remember the days when California’s allure was undeniable—the sun-drenched beaches, the enchanting allure of Hollywood, and the promise of a land teeming with opportunity. But now, it seems the tide has turned, and the Golden State finds itself at a crossroads of change. Recent data, my friends, reveals an exodus of epic proportions. In the year 2021, a staggering number of 111,000 brave souls bid farewell to the West Coast, seeking refuge in the vast landscapes of Texas.

This mass migration, my dear readers, signifies a doubling of numbers since 2012 when a mere 63,000 adventurers made this arduous trek. The folks at Storage Café, bless their inquisitive hearts, delved into the intricate tapestry of California-Texas migration patterns, examining nearly a decade of data to uncover these startling truths.

Who, you may ask, are these intrepid souls who forsake their familiar abodes for the promise of new beginnings? Well, let me paint a picture for you. Picture, if you will, a gathering of millennials—those born between the years 1981 and 1996—who account for nearly half of the brave migrants. They flock to counties surrounding major cities like Austin, Houston, and Dallas, enticed by a symphony of reasons.

First and foremost, my friends, the draw of Texas lies in its affordable housing. It is no secret that Californian abodes have reached unimaginable heights, where the mere notion of homeownership remains a distant dream for many. In the Lone Star State, however, a different melody plays. Homes, on average, cost a handsome $282,000 less than their Californian counterparts. As Zillow would have it, the disparity in house prices between these two grand states stands at $737,900 for California and a mere $302,333 for Texas. Can you hear the whispers of opportunity, my dear readers?

But housing is not the sole siren’s call. Lower taxes beckon from the Texan plains, and a burgeoning landscape of work opportunities awaits the ambitious and the talented. The interplay of Texas’ tech and energy industries has created a symphony of success, an orchestra where one can dance to the rhythm of innovation and prosperity.

Let us not forget the COVID pandemic, my friends, for it has left an indelible mark on this tale of migration. With remote work becoming the norm, individuals found themselves untethered from the shackles of location. They could roam freely, guided solely by the pursuit of a better life.

The Texas horizon welcomed over 100 companies since the dawn of 2020, with 40 percent of them originating from the Golden State. This intermingling of cultures, this fusion of dreams, is a testament to the ever-evolving nature of our society. The winds of change, my friends, are blowing with a fervor that cannot be denied.

As the narrative unfolds, we find ourselves confronted with the demographics of this grand exodus. While our dear millennials spearhead the movement, the resilient Gen Xers—the warriors who have witnessed the ebbs and flows of life—stand resolute. They comprise around 21 percent of the seekers of greener pastures, their ages ranging from the formidable forties to the spirited fifties. Baby boomers and Gen Z’ers, though present, occupy a smaller space in this grand tale, each accounting for around 15 percent of the flock.

Now, my dear readers, let me offer you a glimpse into the heart and mind of this humble observer. As a man who roamed the world, seeking inspiration in the most unexpected of places, I find solace in these stories of migration and opportunity. For it is in the face of change that we discover our true selves, shedding the layers of comfort to embrace the unknown.

In my travels through the hallowed pages of “The Sun Also Rises,” “A Farewell to Arms,” and “The Old Man and the Sea,” I met souls with dreams as vast as the open sea, driven by an insatiable hunger for adventure. The Californian exodus to Texas echoes the spirit of my beloved characters—their yearning for new horizons, their quest for a life lived fully.

Yet, let us not forget the price paid by the land left behind. As H.D. Palmer of the California Department of Finance aptly notes, this dwindling population reflects a profound crisis of housing affordability. A chorus of voices echoes the sentiment, proclaiming the cost of housing as an insurmountable obstacle in the realm of dreams. The Californian streets tremble with a sense of loss as their children seek refuge in foreign lands.

And so, my dear readers, we find ourselves at the crossroads of history, witnessing the transformation of two great states. The tale of California’s exodus, of the brave souls that sought their fortunes in Texas, intertwines with the narrative of our times. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, an ode to the pursuit of happiness in a rapidly changing world.

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In the vast plains of Texas, the roads have become a battleground. Here, man’s struggle with machine becomes a grim ballet, dance steps charted in skid marks and broken glass. A study has shown that these Texans, bold as they are, rank as the nation’s most reckless drivers, a dubious honor indeed. Louisiana, Kansas, Oklahoma and Kentucky, trailing behind, keep pace in this perilous race.

The metrics of the study are as sobering as the cold morning after a night’s revelry in Pamplona. Drunk drivers, distracted drivers, those who cannot fight off the lure of Morpheus, all contribute to the dangerous dance. They push forward, like the matadors in the sun-drenched arenas, heedless of the looming danger.

Montana, the ninth in the line, has its own tale to tell, of drivers with liquor running hot in their veins, outnumbering any other state per capita. It is as if the inhabitants have taken to heart Jake Barnes’ lament in “The Sun Also Rises” – “How did you go bankrupt? Two ways. Gradually, then suddenly.”

Interestingly, those places where man has most densely congregated, like Rhode Island, California, and Massachusetts, show a different narrative. They’re like the quiet, diligent fisherman Santiago from “The Old Man and the Sea”, their roads filled with cautious drivers, their incident reports significantly thinner.

My opinion

In my time, I’ve seen much of the world, from the cafes of Paris to the plains of Africa, from the bullrings of Spain to the sea that separates Cuba from the mainland. I’ve seen men and women at their best and worst, sometimes both at once. It is a curious thing to read about these roads, these drivers.

It is not unlike the bullfight, this dance of metal and speed. There is a reckless beauty to it, but it carries a heavy price. It seems to me that there are those who have forgotten that with freedom comes responsibility, that the open road is not just a place of joy and liberation, but also a place of caution and respect for others.

It is a sobering thing, this report. It reminds us all of the need for caution, for respect for the lives of others. It is a cautionary tale for our times, a reminder that, as Jake Barnes knew all too well, the road to disaster is often paved with good intentions and bad decisions.

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Le’Veon Bell, a soldier from the steel cities of Pittsburgh and New York, confessed to an affair with Mary Jane before his battles on the gridiron. “Aye, it was my ritual,” Bell confessed, voice lost somewhere between pride and melancholy, on a podcast, a modern form of town crier. “I’d have a dance with Mary Jane, then charge the field, my legs a blur, my vision set on the end zone.”

He spoke of his past, a warrior of the league who hasn’t seen the battlefield since the year 2021. He was disciplined by the league’s high command, twice for indulging in the forbidden leaf while fighting under Pittsburgh’s banner. He was a gladiator, a one-time All-Pro and thrice-chosen for the Pro Bowl, a dual-threat from the Steelers’ ranks.

A contract dispute, as cold and unyielding as the steel of his city, saw Bell benched for the 2018 season. He shared his grievances, bitterness etched in his words. Bell sought more than a one-year guarantee, but the Steelers were as stubborn as the iron they were named for. “A petty thing it was, the squabble over guarantees,” said Bell. “I pondered, could I have swallowed the bitter pill? Perhaps, perhaps.”

His tale took a turn when he signed a contract with the New York Jets, a parchment promising $52.5 million over four years, including $35 million secured. Yet, his march with the Jets was as short-lived as a summer’s day, ending before two years had passed. He held no punches when speaking of his New York coach, a man named Gase, criticizing his leadership on the field of battle.

In his words, a lament for the Jets’ struggles and the confusing orders from the commanding officer that left their quarterback bewildered. Despite these tribulations, Bell had faith that with a commander like Steelers’ Coach Tomlin, they could have won at least nine games.

Bell’s journey took him to Kansas City, Baltimore, and Tampa Bay after his release from the Jets. His achievements speak of a man born for the battlefield: 6,554 yards run, 42 touchdowns, 399 passes caught for 3,289 yards, and nine scores. Even now, despite his absence from the last season and a dalliance with the noble art of boxing, Bell dreams of a final charge on the field, a chance to prove he’s not yet a relic of the past.

Hemingway’s Personal Opinion:

In my time, I’ve seen many a man like Bell. Born fighters, men who find their meaning in the thrill of battle, the rush of the charge, the taste of victory. Their spirits are as restless as the sea, always seeking the next wave, the next fight. Bell’s story is one of a warrior adrift, a man caught between the thrill of the past and the uncertainty of the future.

His dalliance with Mary Jane, while controversial, speaks of a man seeking an escape, a moment of solace before the storm. It is not for me to judge the man, but to tell his tale. His quarrel with the Steelers, the bitterness of the contract dispute, the struggles with the Jets – they are all part of his battle, his story.

In his journey, I see the same restless spirit I’ve known in the matadors of Spain, the fishermen of Cuba, the soldiers on the Italian front. A man ever in pursuit of his own arena, his own Santiago’s marlin, his own San Fermín festival. A man longing for one more dance on the field, one more run toward the end zone, one more battle under the glaring lights.

And who am I to deny him this? We all have our battles, our arenas. For Bell, it is the field of green and the roar of the crowd. For me, it is the blank page and the pull of the pen. As the old man Santiago said, “Every day is a new day. It is better to be lucky. But I would rather be exact. Then when luck comes, you are ready.” So, let Bell have his battle. Let him be ready for his luck.

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In this realm of shifting fortunes, where the foundations of commerce crumble and the pillars of prosperity tremble, another esteemed name has fallen. Bed Bath and Beyond, a titan in the retail world, has shuttered its doors, leaving a void in the hearts of customers and a trail of financial distress.

With a heavy heart and a sense of finality, Bed Bath and Beyond bid farewell to its remaining 360 stores after succumbing to the clutches of bankruptcy. This declaration, steeped in a somber melody, follows months of dire financial news, culminating in the closure of 236 stores in February. The weight of nearly $5.2 billion in insurmountable debt pressed upon the weary shoulders of the company, eroding its once indomitable spirit.

The narrative of Bed Bath and Beyond’s demise is intricately woven with the triumph of online giants, most notably Amazon, whose relentless pursuit of dominance has reshaped the very landscape upon which traditional retailers tread. The e-commerce colossus, with its vast digital emporium, has drawn customers away from the brick-and-mortar establishments, relegating them to mere remnants of a bygone era.

And yet, the waves of change show no signs of subsiding. Even retail behemoths like Walmart, their foundations seemingly unshakeable, have not escaped unscathed. Since 2021, the giant has closed 60 stores, while Nordstrom Rack, with its proud lineage, is poised to shutter 15 stores by the end of the coming year. The times, it seems, are unrelenting in their insistence on transformation.

In a curious twist, however, experts have recently posited a different perspective on the closures. They suggest that the spike in crime rates, rather than dwindling footfall, serves as the catalyst for the demise of these hallowed establishments. In this tale of cautionary whispers, Nordstrom’s decision to bid adieu to the bustling streets of San Francisco speaks volumes. The chief stores officer, Jamie Nordstrom, laments the state of the city in recent years, as rampant thefts have cast a pall over the once-thriving retail landscape. The situation has left customers and staff feeling unsafe, their steps faltering in the face of danger.

Such tales of woe extend beyond the realm of Nordstrom, as even stores like Target have resorted to desperate measures. Their merchandise, once displayed with pride and accessibility, is now shrouded behind glass, a barrier against the ever-encroaching shadow of shoplifters. The very essence of retail, the sacred transaction between buyer and seller, has been marred by a climate of mistrust and insecurity.

As the wheels of progress turn relentlessly, sweeping away the remnants of an era gone by, we witness the unfolding of a new chapter in the annals of commerce. The ‘retail apocalypse’ claims yet more victims, leaving in its wake a poignant reminder of the impermanence of success and the fragility of tradition. It is a testament to the ebb and flow of life, where the steady march of time sweeps away even the most venerable institutions, leaving behind memories and lessons for those who dare to venture forth.

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