Invest in My Business, Friend!
Published on 03/22/2022Ben & Jerry’s was started by childhood best friends. Four grad school buddies founded Warby Parker. A long friendship-turned-partnership brought Clear to TSA security lines across the U.S. A shopping trip between two pals launched size-inclusive clothing brand Universal Standard.
Comics as Investments? Sure!
Published on 03/22/2022We’ve talked about Lego and video games as investments, why not comics? As a former comic shop owner, I have made (and lost) thousands with the colorful, popular books.
ICYMI: Tech Bosses Targeted
Published on 03/21/2022Tech bosses face criminal prosecution if they fail to comply with proposed British rules aimed at ensuring people are safe online, the U.K. government said Thursday as it unveiled the draft legislation in Parliament.
Did You Receive Your Lambo?
Published on 03/18/2022Talk about first world problems, just look up the good ship Felicity Ace. The beleaguered cargo ship caught fire, then to add insult to injury, sank in The Atlantic Ocean, carrying around 4000 VWs, Lamborghinis, Audis and Bentleys to a watery grave.
The Arbitrage Life: Comics: The Other Other Diversification
Published on 03/18/2022A particularly prized copy of the first-ever Marvel comic book fetched more than $2.4 million in an online auction, the auctioneer said Friday.
Want the Car? Ask your DADSS!
Published on 03/16/2022The government is working on legislation that will require new vehicles to include breath or touch sensors that can detect when a driver is under the influence of alcohol. With the intention of making roads safer, the technology would make the vehicle inoperable if a blood-alcohol level of above .08 percent is detected
Hydro-what?
Published on 03/16/2022Hydroxychloroquine. You’ve heard it 100s of times, especially in reference to the “c-word” but do you know anything about it beyond that hype? More than likely, you don’t unless you have rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or have the potential to be exposed to malaria. It’s learning time!
Not Herbie: VW's Appear to have a Mind of Their Own
Published on 03/15/2022Since late 2020, 47 VW owners have complained to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration about the same glitches in their 2020 and 2021 VW Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs. Some drivers reported that they narrowly escaped collisions, though a review of the complaints found no reports of crashes.
Road To Table
Published on 03/14/2022State wildlife and highway officials rolled out an app — possibly the first of its kind in the U.S. — this winter when Wyoming joined the 30 or so states that allow people to collect roadkill for food.
The Arbitrage Life: SEAL Nerf, Anyone?
Published on 03/11/2022Second Amendment types like to joke that the AR15 is a gun guy’s equivalent of a Barbie doll: there are lots of exciting accessories to buy. The same could be said of toy weapons’ platforms. In the decade after the Longshot’s release, its sales helped Nerf revenue grow tenfold, to $400 million.
The Arbitrage Life: Ruby, the Hero Dog!
Published on 03/11/2022This is the story of a mischievous mutt who turned out to be a very good girl. Such a good girl, in fact, that she saved a life. Ruby, an Australian shepherd and border collie mix, ended up in a Rhode Island animal shelter as a pup because of persistent behavioral problems. Five families adopted her in turn, only for each to return her because she was too rambunctious.
Tin Foil Hat Time: Gas Edition
Published on 03/10/2022Some social media users suggest that soaring fuel prices in the U.S. aren’t the result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, increased consumption or supply chain issues as daily life resumes after two years of stagnation brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.