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47. Open-Loop Warning

by testsuphomeAdmin — Open-Loop Warning encapsulates a turbulent period in Elon Musk's life, blending moments of innovation with impulsive and controversial decisions that sparked public and regulatory scrutiny. In July 2018, while Kimbal Musk was away on his honeymoon, Antonio Gracias, a close advisor, raised concerns about Elon’s deteriorating mental state despite Tesla achieving record production numbers and SpaceX securing critical launches. Around the same time, Musk became deeply involved in the international effort to…
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88. Hardcore

by testsuphomeAdmin — Hardcore decisions were made by James Musk in late November 2022 as he faced the immense challenge of steering Twitter through a period of significant upheaval following Elon Musk’s acquisition of the platform. Among the most notable decisions was the reinstatement of several high-profile accounts, including those of Kathy Griffin, Jordan Peterson, and the Babylon Bee, which had previously been suspended for violating Twitter’s policies. However, not all controversial figures were granted a return, as…
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Chapter II – The memoir of Fleeming Jenkin

by LovelyMay — Chapter II - The memoir of Fleeming Jenkin paints a vivid picture of a man whose curiosity and passion extended far beyond his engineering career. His connection to rural life offered a peaceful yet stimulating contrast to his academic and professional obligations. Time spent among villagers revealed his natural ease in embracing different lifestyles, and he approached rural customs not with detachment but with genuine admiration. These visits were more than retreats—they were opportunities to explore a…
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Chapter 29

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter 29 was the beginning of a chilling winter in my life, both literally and emotionally, even under the California sun. Los Angeles, with its endless blue skies and palm trees, usually doesn’t feel seasonal. But in January 2008, everything around me seemed cold and distant, not because of the weather—but because I felt deeply alone. While others sipped iced drinks and strolled in flip-flops, I was dealing with a breakdown that landed me in the hospital. My behavior had become erratic. I was on a…
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10. Zip2

by testsuphomeAdmin — Zip2 emerged in the mid-1990s as an innovative startup founded by Elon and Kimbal Musk, aiming to integrate business directories with digital mapping technology. At a time when online navigation was still in its infancy, the Musk brothers recognized the potential for an interactive system that would allow businesses to be located easily through an internet-based platform. Their vision was ahead of the curve, but convincing investors and companies to embrace this new form of digital accessibility proved to…
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67. Money

by testsuphomeAdmin — Money played a pivotal role in Elon Musk's journey in 2021, as he rose to the top of the world's richest individuals, surpassing Jeff Bezos with a net worth that reached an astonishing $190 billion. This meteoric rise was propelled by the exponential growth of Tesla, whose stock price surged to $260, thanks to an aggressive compensation package Musk had negotiated back in 2018. The agreement tied his compensation to Tesla’s ambitious targets for revenue, profit, and market capitalization—goals that…
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Sadie, Sadie, Married Lady

by testsuphomeAdmin — Sadie, Sadie, Married Lady, delves deeply into the narrator's college experiences at Syracuse University and the development of her relationship with Jeffrey, her boyfriend. Upon her arrival at Syracuse, the initial excitement of being in a new academic setting quickly faded as the charm she anticipated was absent. Her all-girls dorm, Haven Hall, could hardly be considered captivating, instead feeling more like a utilitarian space that did not evoke the same sense of belonging as Dartmouth did. While her…
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