Platformer: Meta just flipped the switch that prevents misinformation from spreading in the United States
The company built effective systems to reduce the reach of fake news. Last week, it shut them down.
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For now, these changes only apply to the United States — though you get the sense that Zuckerberg would happily roll them out anywhere else he’s allowed to.
Electrek: Toyota funded climate deniers and Elon fudged the FSD numbers [video]
On today’s episode of Quick Charge, we look into a new study revealing that Toyota outspends all other automakers when it comes to funding climate change denying politicians and Fred accuses Elon of misrepresenting the data behind Full Self Driving (again).
We’ve also got word that the recently redesigned Tesla Model Y is being built in Giga Berlin, Hyundai’s electrified lineup is leading a record export year for the brand, and a new study says cleantech investments will beat out conventional energy production for the first time in 2025.
I bought Toyotas for years. Right now, it seems unlikely I ever will again.
Globe: At 65, I decided to finally take on the West Coast trail
Ever since I moved to British Columbia in the 1980s, I’ve wanted to hike the West Coast Trail in Pacific Rim National Park. The 75-kilometre route follows the exposed western coastline of Vancouver Island, through old-growth forests, sandy beaches and rocky headlands. But it is extremely remote and challenging: Parks Canada performs 60 to 80 air and marine rescues of hikers each year. It’s no wonder that for many the West Coast Trail is a rite of passage.
After four decades of contemplating hiking it myself, I was suddenly 65 and still hadn’t crossed the adventure off my bucket list. It was time to get started.
Off Track Travel: The West Coast Trail: Complete 2025 Hiking Guide
Since I had so much information to share, I also created some separate, dedicated guides to the most discussed topics:
The Conversation: ‘Solar shepherds’ earn big by grazing sheep on solar farms — and they benefit everyone involved
My recent study, conducted with Ivey Business School alum Adam Gasch and professional shepherd Rafael Lara from The Lara Costa, found that modern solar shepherding businesses in places like Ontario can pull incomes equivalent to doctors, senior engineers or even lawyers.
These solar shepherds are the vanguard of a new type of farming called agrivoltaics – a portmanteau for agriculture and photovoltaics – where agricultural production is intertwined with solar electricity production. Agrivoltaics is gaining traction in Canada, thanks to organizations like Agrivoltaics Canada, of which I am a founding member.
Agrivoltaics has enormous potential to solve our climate and energy problems simultaneously. About one-quarter to one-third of Canada’s total electrical energy needs could be met by converting just one per cent of agricultural land to agrivoltaics. Expanding this to a slightly larger percentage could eliminate Canada’s need for fossil fuels entirely.
MacRumors: Apple CEO Tim Cook Shares Tidbits About His Life
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be the CEO of Apple, Tim Cook recently sat down for an interview with Table Manners podcast hosts Jessie and Lennie Ware when he visited London in December. Cook shared insight into his daily routine, his focus on work, and his retirement plans. He also provided some fun details about Apple and some of his favorite things.
Table Manners direct link: Tim Cook episode
Last Updated: 15.Jan.2025 18:49 EST
