Thought of the Day: Humanity

Out of every person to ever live, only 7% are alive right now.

The statement that only 7% of all people who have ever lived are alive right now is an estimation based on demographic trends and population growth throughout human history. Here’s a breakdown of why this might be the case:

  1. Historical Population Size: Throughout much of human history, the global population was relatively small compared to today. It’s estimated that for most of our existence as a species, the world population numbered in the millions, with significant growth occurring only in the past few centuries.
  2. Population Growth Rates: While population growth was slow for much of history due to factors like high infant mortality rates, limited medical knowledge, and shorter life expectancies, it began to accelerate dramatically with the onset of the Industrial Revolution and advancements in healthcare, sanitation, and agriculture.
  3. Exponential Population Growth: Over the past few centuries, especially since the 19th century, the world population has experienced exponential growth. This means that the rate of growth has been increasing over time, resulting in a rapid increase in the number of people alive today.
  4. Population Dynamics: As population growth rates have increased, the proportion of people alive at any given time relative to the total number of people who have ever lived becomes smaller. This is because the number of people alive today is just a snapshot in time, while the total number of people who have ever lived includes everyone who has lived throughout human history.
  5. Life Expectancy: Additionally, improvements in healthcare, nutrition, and living conditions have led to longer life expectancies, contributing to a larger population of elderly individuals. However, the proportion of elderly people relative to the total population remains smaller compared to other age groups.

So, while it’s estimated that only around 7% of all people who have ever lived are alive right now, this percentage is influenced by historical population dynamics, exponential population growth, and improvements in healthcare and living conditions that have contributed to a larger population size today.

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This Day in History: April 4th

Here are ten historical events that took place on April 4th, listed in chronological order:

  1. 1147: The Portuguese capture the Moorish-held city of Santarém during the Second Crusade.
  2. 1581: Francis Drake is knighted by Queen Elizabeth I for his actions during the circumnavigation of the globe.
  3. 1818: The United States Congress adopts the flag of the United States with 13 red and white stripes and one star for each state (20 stars at that time).
  4. 1841: William Henry Harrison, the 9th President of the United States, dies from pneumonia just 31 days into his presidency, making his tenure the shortest in American history.
  5. 1850: Los Angeles is incorporated as a city in California.
  6. 1887: Argonia, Kansas becomes the first municipality in the United States to elect a female mayor, Susanna M. Salter.
  7. 1949: Twelve nations sign the North Atlantic Treaty, creating the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
  8. 1968: Civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. is assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, sparking riots and protests across the United States.
  9. 1973: The World Trade Center in New York City officially opens its doors, becoming the tallest building in the world at the time.
  10. 2009: The International Criminal Court issues an arrest warrant for Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Darfur.

These events span a wide range of historical contexts and significance, showcasing the diversity of events that have occurred on April 4th throughout history.

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Thought of the Day: Colour

Despite all the colours depicted on our screens, there are only three coloured pixels.

Yes, it’s true that despite the wide array of colors we perceive on screens, such as those on computer monitors, televisions, and smartphones, the basic elements responsible for producing those colors are typically limited to just three primary colored pixels. This concept is commonly referred to as the “RGB color model.”

In the RGB color model, colors are created by mixing different intensities of red, green, and blue light. These three primary colors are combined in various proportions to produce a vast range of colors. By adjusting the intensity of each of these three primary colors, screens can create different hues and shades that our eyes perceive as a wide spectrum of colors.

So, while we might see a rich tapestry of colors on our screens, they are indeed composed of just three primary colored pixels: red, green, and blue.

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This Day in History: April 2nd

Here are ten historical events that took place on April 2nd, listed in chronological order:

  1. 1513 – Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León first sights Florida, which he names “Pascua Florida” (Flowery Easter) upon arrival.
  2. 1792 – The Coinage Act is passed in the United States, establishing the United States Mint and regulating coinage.
  3. 1801 – Napoleonic Wars: The Battle of Copenhagen begins when the British Royal Navy under Admiral Sir Hyde Parker attacks the Danish fleet.
  4. 1865 – American Civil War: Confederate President Jefferson Davis flees Richmond, Virginia, as Union forces close in.
  5. 1917 – World War I: President Woodrow Wilson asks the United States Congress for a declaration of war on Germany.
  6. 1930 – Haile Selassie is proclaimed emperor of Ethiopia.
  7. 1956 – As the Cold War continues, the United States detonates a hydrogen bomb during Operation Redwing, codenamed “Cherokee,” at Bikini Atoll in the Pacific Ocean.
  8. 1973 – The LexisNexis computerized legal research service is launched.
  9. 1982 – Argentine forces invade the Falkland Islands, triggering the Falklands War with the United Kingdom.
  10. 2015 – Gunmen attack Garissa University College in Kenya, killing at least 147 people and injuring 79 others in a terrorist attack.

These events span a wide range of historical periods and contexts, showcasing the diversity of occurrences on April 2nd throughout history.

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Thought of the Day: Empty Room

You’ve never been in an empty room before.


The truthfulness of the statement “You’ve never been in an empty room before” depends on the interpretation. If taken literally, it is highly unlikely that any person has been in a room completely devoid of any matter, including air molecules. In that sense, no one has indeed been in a truly empty room.

However, if the statement refers to a room being empty of objects or furniture, then it’s possible and quite common for people to find themselves in such environments. So, the statement would be false in that interpretation.

It’s important to clarify the context and definition of “empty” to determine the accuracy of the statement.

If I, as an entity, were to enter a room, the room would no longer be considered empty because it would contain me. Therefore, in that scenario, the room would no longer fulfill the criteria of being empty.

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This Day in History: March 29th

Here are ten historical events that took place on March 29th, listed in chronological order:

  1. 1461 – During the Wars of the Roses, the Battle of Towton takes place in England. It is one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the conflict.
  2. 1849 – The United Kingdom formally annexes the Punjab region of India, following the conclusion of the Second Anglo-Sikh War.
  3. 1867 – The British North America Act receives royal assent, creating the Dominion of Canada.
  4. 1882 – The Knights of Columbus, a Catholic fraternal service organization, is founded in New Haven, Connecticut, United States.
  5. 1974 – The Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang, China’s first Emperor, is discovered by farmers in Xi’an, Shaanxi province.
  6. 1974 – The local government of Sheffield, England, declares it is insolvent due to excessive spending on urban redevelopment projects.
  7. 1979 – The British House of Commons passes a vote of no confidence against James Callaghan’s government, triggering a general election.
  8. 2004 – Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia join NATO as full members.
  9. 2010 – Two suicide bombers hit the Moscow Metro system, killing 40 people and injuring over 100 others.
  10. 2014 – North Korea test-fires two Nodong medium-range ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan, raising tensions in the region.

These events span different centuries and regions, showcasing a variety of significant historical moments that occurred on March 29th.

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