Make Me Smart TikTok’s eleventh hour
Jan 16, 2025
Users are flocking to apps like RedNote and Lemon8 as TikTok faces a potential ban, but these alternatives come with their own challenges. The confirmation hearing of Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth raises questions about climate change's intertwining with national security. Meanwhile, devastating fires in Los Angeles highlight the unique struggles of the homeless community. Lastly, a candid farewell tale from Janet Yellen about her first experience with hallucinogenic mushrooms adds a humorous twist to the conversation.
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TikTok Ban and Alternatives
- TikTok faces a ban on Sunday, and users are switching to Chinese-owned alternatives like RedNote and Lemon8.
- This poses a challenge for Congress, as these alternatives fall under similar legal scrutiny.
Climate Change Denial
- Pete Hegseth, nominee for Defense Secretary, stated his military branches won't focus on climate change.
- This contradicts the Pentagon's long-standing research and adaptation to climate change since the 1950s.
Unhoused and Wildfires
- Jennifer Hark Dietz, CEO of PATH, highlights the unique challenges faced by unhoused individuals during the L.A. fires.
- They often lack support networks and rely solely on the homeless response system, making them more vulnerable.