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Doc Shoemaker's First XB-1 Taxi Test Delivers Golden Audio
SocialMar 13, 2026

Doc Shoemaker's First XB-1 Taxi Test Delivers Golden Audio

Back when “Doc” Shoemaker had fun doing XB-1’s first (baby) taxi test. The audio is gold. https://t.co/BgoVqX0zOd

By Blake Scholl
Proposed Military Capture of Tunbs Islands for UAE
SocialMar 13, 2026

Proposed Military Capture of Tunbs Islands for UAE

For the record, I suggested sending troops to capture the Greater and Lesser Tunbs Islands and Abu Musa Island in the Strait of Hormuz and then turn them over to the UAE — on March 5! @ACGlobalEnergy #oil #iran

By Ellen Wald
Iran's Deterrence Strategy: Targeting Regional Energy Infrastructure
SocialMar 13, 2026

Iran's Deterrence Strategy: Targeting Regional Energy Infrastructure

My take on Iran’s war strategy in @RFERL: “Iran’s strategy is deterrence. It cannot match US-Israeli firepower, but it can raise the cost of the war. That means retaliatory strikes on energy infrastructure and other economic targets across the region.” https://t.co/w5DylP6XRN

By Steve Hanke
One in Six on Hospital Waiting List Amid Record Taxes
SocialMar 13, 2026

One in Six on Hospital Waiting List Amid Record Taxes

Wait? How is this possible. That would be 1 in 6 people are on a hospital waiting list? It's criminal how bad this countries health service is given we've had record tax income.

By Kieran Flanagan
Spirit Suffers Its Worst BO3 Series Defeat Yet
SocialMar 13, 2026

Spirit Suffers Its Worst BO3 Series Defeat Yet

Quick search but this looks like the last time Spirit lost a bo3 series this badly.. https://t.co/cCjhm2mFX7

By Chad “SPUNJ” Burchill
Merz Warns of Endless War without Unified Strategy
SocialMar 13, 2026

Merz Warns of Endless War without Unified Strategy

German Chancellor Merz on the Israeli-US war against Iran: “What concerns us most is that there is clearly no common plan for bringing this war to a swift and convincing conclusion. We have no interest in an endless war.” MERZ SOUNDS LIKE...

By Steve Hanke
US Maritime Crisis Spurs Bipartisan Push for Lean Dual‑Use Ships
SocialMar 13, 2026

US Maritime Crisis Spurs Bipartisan Push for Lean Dual‑Use Ships

1/ The US maritime base is in crisis A new Whitehouse Maritime Action Plan (MAP) highlights a rare bipartisan truth: rebuilding shipbuilding capacity is natsec priority. the core debate? expensive battleships vs. lean fast dual-use vessels https://t.co/ornn1pqNVC

By Josh Wolfe
Analysts Favor Deterrence Over Costly, Unpredictable War
SocialMar 13, 2026

Analysts Favor Deterrence Over Costly, Unpredictable War

Generally speaking, serious analysts are sober about the cost, unpredictability, and hard-to-anticipate second-order effects of military action, as well as the relatively successful track record of deterrence in mitigating risks from proliferation.

By Jeffrey Lewis
Vitality's Widening Gap Evident Even without Participation
SocialMar 13, 2026

Vitality's Widening Gap Evident Even without Participation

Somehow, someway, it feels like the gap between Vitality and the rest of the field is growing and they aren't even playing at this event

By Chad “SPUNJ” Burchill
War on Iran Spikes Fertilizer Prices, Fuels Farmer Backlash
SocialMar 13, 2026

War on Iran Spikes Fertilizer Prices, Fuels Farmer Backlash

MORE COLLATERAL DAMAGE FROM THE US-ISRAELI WAR ON IRAN: Fertilizer shipments from the Persian Gulf are stuck. Fertilizer prices have jumped about 30%. US FARMERS ARE STARTING TO TURN AGAINST TRUMP. https://t.co/IwXKoWCUj0

By Steve Hanke
Waiting for a Crash Cost Buyers $400K
SocialMar 13, 2026

Waiting for a Crash Cost Buyers $400K

In 2010, homes in Vegas were $100K and people still said “I’m waiting for the crash.” Today they’re $500K…

By Ryan Pineda
Microsoft Goes Public: March 13 1986 Milestone
SocialMar 13, 2026

Microsoft Goes Public: March 13 1986 Milestone

#ThisDayInTechHistory. March 13, 1986. @Microsoft has it's IPO. (Video courtesy of Considerable) #Computer #Software #History https://t.co/542DUOnheH

By James Gingerich
Oil Price Hinges on Strait Progress, $90 or $110
SocialMar 13, 2026

Oil Price Hinges on Strait Progress, $90 or $110

Regarding crude at $90 or $110 Monday. ... Joint Chiefs Dan Caine said we are going to hit 6K targets today.  I assume the same on Saturday and Sunday. So, Monday morning, I assume Caine says we hit 18K targets. If we see...

By Jim Bianco
CNN Responds to White House, Pentagon Criticism
SocialMar 13, 2026

CNN Responds to White House, Pentagon Criticism

Statement from CNN after a day of criticism from the White House and the Pentagon.

By Scott Nover
SpaceX's $1.75T IPO Could Trigger Market Bubble
SocialMar 13, 2026

SpaceX's $1.75T IPO Could Trigger Market Bubble

SpaceX is targeting a $1.75T IPO. That would make it the 6th largest company in the world on day one. Nasdaq is already proposing rule changes to let SpaceX enter the Nasdaq 100 in just 15 days instead of a year. My...

By Steve Hanke
Vaccination Boosts Survival in Multiple Myeloma Patients
SocialMar 13, 2026

Vaccination Boosts Survival in Multiple Myeloma Patients

Rates of Influenza and Pneumococcal Vaccination and Correlation with Survival in Multiple Myeloma Patients [Dec 6, 2022] @mtmdphd et al. @AjaiChari CLML https://t.co/kUQeRmdKWV #NCT02761187 #mmsm #IDonc #ClinicalTrials #caxtx https://t.co/L7r9caCcGN

By Mike Thompson, MD PhD
Navigating Myeloma MRD: Risks, Benefits, and Treatment Decisions
SocialMar 13, 2026

Navigating Myeloma MRD: Risks, Benefits, and Treatment Decisions

MT @hhashmi87 #IMS25 Great Meet The Expert talk by @bdermanmd on MRD in Myeloma Risk vs benefit Who can stop treatment Active surveillance post discontinuation #mmMRD #mmsm https://t.co/YOBOPs7hQL

By Mike Thompson, MD PhD
MRD‑Negative Patients May Stop Myeloma Maintenance Therapy
SocialMar 13, 2026

MRD‑Negative Patients May Stop Myeloma Maintenance Therapy

Discontinuation of maintenance therapy in multiple myeloma guided by multimodal measurable residual disease negativity (MRD2STOP) - @bdermanmd et al. @ajjakubowiak #ASCO24 Abstract 106 https://t.co/FBTY7SnCxK #NCT04108624 #mmsm #mmMRD

By Mike Thompson, MD PhD
ODAC Backs MRD as Early Endpoint for Myeloma Approvals
SocialMar 13, 2026

ODAC Backs MRD as Early Endpoint for Myeloma Approvals

A Historic Turning Point: ODAC Unanimously Votes [4/12/24] in Favor of MRD Testing as an Early Endpoint in Myeloma Clinical Trials to Support Accelerated Approvals of New Treatments [Apr 18, 2024] @IMFmyeloma https://t.co/eDOgIrpVeR #mmMRD #mmsm #ctsm @FDAOncology https://t.co/W3vwHRTzhE

By Mike Thompson, MD PhD
Clinicians Show Mixed Adoption of MRD in Myeloma
SocialMar 13, 2026

Clinicians Show Mixed Adoption of MRD in Myeloma

Clinician attitudes and practices toward measurable residual disease in multiple myeloma [Jun 7, 2020] @bdermanmd @jagoda_jasielec @ajjakubowiak Brit J Haematol https://t.co/8zhxYfYwZQ #mmsm #mmMRD https://t.co/QTlR2gv5Q0

By Mike Thompson, MD PhD
Understanding MRD's Role in Multiple Myeloma Management
SocialMar 13, 2026

Understanding MRD's Role in Multiple Myeloma Management

#mmMRD healthcare social media hashtag [Nov 21, 2020] Minimal/measurable residual disease (MRD) in multiple myeloma. Submitted by @bdermanmd to @symplur @healthhashtags https://t.co/grkkiox2yh #mmsm No longer available at Symplur https://t.co/IGDrNALHBP

By Mike Thompson, MD PhD
Larry David's Curb Meets History Class Moments
SocialMar 13, 2026

Larry David's Curb Meets History Class Moments

So basically Larry David made Curb Your Enthusiasm, but set in all the moments you learned about in history class. https://t.co/VxiVlDhsnr

By Alex Weprin
Industrial Manufacturing Delivers Beautiful, High‑Quality Family Homes
SocialMar 13, 2026

Industrial Manufacturing Delivers Beautiful, High‑Quality Family Homes

We @americanhousing are incredibly proud to be using industrial manufacturing to build beautiful high quality housing ... designed for families. https://t.co/otvdXNXQbN

By Bobby Fijan
Negotiate Profit‑friendly Prices, Keep Rental Options Open
SocialMar 13, 2026

Negotiate Profit‑friendly Prices, Keep Rental Options Open

Make sure you negotiate a price that allows for a profit that is worth your time and effort. We also like deals to make sense as a rental in the event it doesn’t sell. Follow @chasecalhoun.realestate for more on build-to-rent and...

By Chase Calhoun
AA Agents Sue for Unpaid Overtime, Federal Law Hinders Claims
SocialMar 13, 2026

AA Agents Sue for Unpaid Overtime, Federal Law Hinders Claims

American Airlines Agents Sue Over Unpaid Work and “Stolen Time” — But Federal Law May Block Overtime Claims - View from the Wing https://t.co/z4wsjxnClN

By Gary Leff
Escape Algorithm Tyranny with Marginalian’s Human‑Centric Newsletter
SocialMar 13, 2026

Escape Algorithm Tyranny with Marginalian’s Human‑Centric Newsletter

For an act of resistance to the tyranny of algorithms, try the Marginalian newsletter—undistracted notes on the search for meaning, free, ad-free, AI-free, fully human since 2006: https://t.co/8ApDA5YPF6

By Maria Popova
Pentagon Launches Overhaul of Stars and Stripes, Targeting “Woke” Content
SocialMar 13, 2026

Pentagon Launches Overhaul of Stars and Stripes, Targeting “Woke” Content

NEW: The Pentagon outlined a sweeping “modernization” effort for Stars and Stripes, according to an internal memo reviewed by The Washington Post, following up on a promise to overhaul the newspaper and rid it of “woke distractions.” w/ @liamjscott https://t.co/o1yfVbhlnX

By Scott Nover
Minute-Long Fast Charging Powers Autonomous Bus Revolution
SocialMar 13, 2026

Minute-Long Fast Charging Powers Autonomous Bus Revolution

Fast charging electric buses in a few minutes is the future of autonomous transformation, including robotaxis. 🔋🚕 https://t.co/dAG4ua58op

By Vala Afshar
Bethesda Buzz Spikes as Starfield PS5 Content Nears
SocialMar 13, 2026

Bethesda Buzz Spikes as Starfield PS5 Content Nears

lots of people have been visiting Bethesda recently. It’s nearly time for new Starfield content and Starfield on PS5

By Tom Warren
Epic Fury's Iran Air Campaign: Likely Success?
SocialMar 13, 2026

Epic Fury's Iran Air Campaign: Likely Success?

"Does this air campaign have any chance of success?" ED HUNT assesses the strategic goals of #EpicFury against #Iran compared to other conflicts https://t.co/I4gSRmWewx https://t.co/1Pobq86Dk2

By Tim Robinson
Real Oil Tanker Explosions Make Hollywood Stunts Look Fake
SocialMar 13, 2026

Real Oil Tanker Explosions Make Hollywood Stunts Look Fake

I always thought Hollywood explosions were super fake over the top exaggerations until this week when I saw actual oil tankers getting blown up. https://t.co/db4pOheLSX

By Ryan Petersen
FBI Warns of Potential Ship‑launched Armed Drones
SocialMar 13, 2026

FBI Warns of Potential Ship‑launched Armed Drones

Drone Attacks On U.S. From The Sea Are A Known Possibility An FBI alert about the possibility of armed drones launched from a ship reflects real dangers even if the immediate threat is not credible. https://t.co/CbwY1nAmJR

By Tyler Rogoway
2026 Mortgage Rates Show Record‑Low 42‑bp Spread
SocialMar 13, 2026

2026 Mortgage Rates Show Record‑Low 42‑bp Spread

Since 2000, the average year has seen an 87 bps range between the highest 30-year fixed mortgage rate reading in the calendar year and the lowest reading So far in 2026, that range has been 42 bps Lowest this year: 5.99% Highest...

By Lance Lambert
Conan O'Brien Blitzes Social Media to Hype Movie Show
SocialMar 13, 2026

Conan O'Brien Blitzes Social Media to Hype Movie Show

To promote a TV show celebrating movies, Conan O'Brien has been all over YouTube (and TikTok, and Instagram).

By Alex Weprin
Media Highlights Jewish Attacks, Ignores Mosque Violence
SocialMar 13, 2026

Media Highlights Jewish Attacks, Ignores Mosque Violence

#CancelNYT. Meanwhile, no one is pointing out that there is no similar rash of violent attacks on U.S. mosques and Muslim people, despite massive and growing Islamist terrorism worldwide. To the media, that's not even worth mentioning. https://t.co/ig8HKB9HTA https://t.co/70M3CalTYW

By Josh Levs
Paramount Skydance to Acquire BET+, Merge Into Paramount+
SocialMar 13, 2026

Paramount Skydance to Acquire BET+, Merge Into Paramount+

Paramount Skydance Buying Out Tyler Perry’s Stake in BET+; Streaming Service to Be Phased Out and Content Merged With Paramount+ https://t.co/Q19beETCv4 via @variety

By Todd Spangler
Americans Reject Ground Troops in Any Iran War
SocialMar 13, 2026

Americans Reject Ground Troops in Any Iran War

americans do not want—and did not vote for—boots on the ground in a war with iran.

By Ian Bremmer
Oil Prices Dictate Yields and SPX Until $
SocialMar 13, 2026

Oil Prices Dictate Yields and SPX Until $

Oil = 10yr = -SPX 1 variable market continued for another week and will likely persist until oil drops back below ~$70 when the Strait is back in business. https://t.co/349BroE6sP

By Michael Kantro
Littering in Waymo? Deserve a Spot in Hell
SocialMar 13, 2026

Littering in Waymo? Deserve a Spot in Hell

There is a special place in hell for people who leave trash in a Waymo.

By Alexia Bonatsos
Xbox Series S/X to Get Microsoft’s Gaming Copilot
SocialMar 13, 2026

Xbox Series S/X to Get Microsoft’s Gaming Copilot

Microsoft’s Gaming Copilot is coming to Xbox Series S/X consoles later this year. The Gaming Copilot can reply with suggestions about what to do next in a game, or offer tips and strategies. Do you want Copilot on Xbox though?...

By Tom Warren
Find Mega Real Estate Deals Amid Market Declines
SocialMar 13, 2026

Find Mega Real Estate Deals Amid Market Declines

Just bought a property 100k off 2021 sale price. Move-in ready. The market is crashing in certain areas. Mega deals if you know where to look and how to negotiate.

By Nick Gerli
Hegseth Downplays Strait of Hormuz Tensions
SocialMar 13, 2026

Hegseth Downplays Strait of Hormuz Tensions

Secretary Hegseth on the Strait of Hormuz: DON'T WORRY ABOUT IT | March 13, 2026 Update Video: https://t.co/P2LCJM2Jqm https://t.co/u911Em6TwP

By Sal Mercogliano
New Maritime Routes May Persist Post‑War as Backup Services
SocialMar 13, 2026

New Maritime Routes May Persist Post‑War as Backup Services

Ocean carriers and new ways to serve the Middle East with the Strait closed. How much of the new approaches will be maintained at war’s end? At the minimum as viable secondary services to keep them functioning.

By Tom Craig
NDP's Energy Apathy Undermines Alberta's Future, Says Fawcett
SocialMar 13, 2026

NDP's Energy Apathy Undermines Alberta's Future, Says Fawcett

Max Fawcett on the Alberta NDP's Refusal to Take Energy Seriously UCP-lite isn't going to cut it. Max discusses @nenshi's leadership. abndpcaucus #ableg #abpoli https://youtu.be/khTLqGyYpzQ

By Markham Hislop
Airport Security Line: Don't Let Late Passengers Cut
SocialMar 13, 2026

Airport Security Line: Don't Let Late Passengers Cut

If a passenger is running late and asks to cut you at airport security, should you let them cut you? What's the correct etiquette there? Here's my take... https://t.co/CkBcAehyDe

By Ben Schlappig
DOE Allocates $500M for Mineral Processing, Recycling, Batteries
SocialMar 13, 2026

DOE Allocates $500M for Mineral Processing, Recycling, Batteries

US Energy Dept aims to fund $500 million in minerals processing & recycling, along with battery parts

By Ernest Scheyder
Bilt Users Report Unpaid Rents and Poor Support
SocialMar 13, 2026

Bilt Users Report Unpaid Rents and Poor Support

Impacted Bilt users continue to complain about rent payments not being made to their landlords, difficulty accessing human customer support:

By Jason Mikula
VR Lets Hospital Patients Explore Beauty Beyond Walls
SocialMar 13, 2026

VR Lets Hospital Patients Explore Beauty Beyond Walls

A hospital room can feel very small. But the mind doesn’t have to stay there. At Cedars-Sinai, we’re using VR to help patients explore beautiful places beyond the four walls of the hospital room. Not to escape life… but to contemplate its beauty in...

By Brennan Spiegel, MD
US Marines Deploy to Iran; Conflict and Economic Turmoil Persist
SocialMar 13, 2026

US Marines Deploy to Iran; Conflict and Economic Turmoil Persist

two weeks before us marine expeditionary force—some 2,500 marines—now being deployed to iran arrives in the mideast. this war (and global economic disruption) isn’t over soon.

By Ian Bremmer