I nearly experienced writer's block this morning when I attempted to organize my thoughts for today's post. The cause of this almost-writer's block wasn't a lack of ideas; rather, it was the overwhelming number of thoughts I've noted down. I've collected so many that I would require more than five alt accounts to share them all in the coming days.
I'm not particularly fond of the idea of having multiple accounts for Hive. Regardless of how you approach it, it's still you producing content, even if the names differ. I'm a firm believer in having a single, consistent personality, and my blogs often reflect this. Anyway...
I recently delved into an engaging book, "The Rebel Species." While it doesn't delve into rocket science, it provides insights into various wonders of the world. For instance, it explores how Picasso found inspiration in other painters, how Van Gogh wasn't the lonely eccentric figure we often perceive him to be, and how certain writers created entire novels based on inspiration derived from other books.
The launch of the first iPhone marked a new era in electronics. However, a peek into the annals of electronic history reveals that Steve Jobs essentially repackaged older, lesser-known inventions, crafting what he dubbed the iPhone. It was a handheld device that could perform a myriad of tasks that previously required multiple gadgets.
We're indeed a curious species, and it's rather amusing how history has a tendency to repeat itself. Emmanuel Macron stated some time ago that the Islamic world is in crisis. To some extent, this holds truth, especially given the ongoing Israel/Palestine situation. But if you examine the broader picture, the crisis appears somewhat localized.
Recently, Egypt, Qatar, and other Islamic nations declared that they wouldn't be accepting refugees from Gaza. Their rationale? They're well aware of the extremists emerging from these regions, including jihadists and the Taliban. They want nothing to do with these individuals, as countries like the UAE, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi are thriving. They don't want terrorists arriving to disrupt the peace and security of their tourists and businessmen.
You know who welcomed these individuals with open arms into their nations? The Europeans. Scotland, for instance, announced its wholehearted embrace of refugees. They better start constructing more shelters. Now, I'm not insinuating that every refugee is a terrorist, but how do you effectively differentiate them? What if the majority of those leaving Eastern countries and heading to Europe and the US are outcasts even in Islamic societies?
Poland and Hungary are the sole European countries that have categorically refused to take in refugees. Notably, they haven't experienced terrorist attacks. In contrast, Germany, France, Italy, Denmark, and Sweden are among the nations that have accepted a substantial number of refugees over the years, often providing them better treatment than they offer to immigrants from other European countries who are seeking a better life.
It was an unfortunate mistake, and the citizens will inevitably bear the weight of this error. Most refugees aren't flooding into Europe in pursuit of employment. Instead, many aim to rely on social insurance, marry blue-eyed, blonde European women if possible, and lead lives of inactivity. While this may seem like an extreme perspective, it's clear that a deliberate blending of cultures is taking place in Europe.
I'm eager to explore the forthcoming chapters of the book I'm presently reading. The title is remarkably fitting, as we are indeed a rebellious species.
Thanks for your attention,
Adrian