This week’s digest serves up a delightful mix of the absurd, the philosophical, and the downright relatable. From the trials of urban gardening to the timeless ethical puzzle of the trolley problem—plus an eye-opening look at Gen Z’s nocturnal tendencies—here’s what caught our attention.
The Allotment Chronicles: Green-Fingered Follies
For those brave souls attempting to cultivate their own patch of earth, this week was a reminder that nature often has other plans. Between rogue squirrels and unseasonable downpours, the humble allotment became a battleground of optimism versus reality. One gardener’s prized tomatoes were decimated overnight—by what, they suspect, was a very determined slug with a gourmet palate.
The Trolley Problem: Still Derailing Sanity
Ethicists and procrastinators alike found themselves revisiting the classic trolley problem this week. A viral social media debate reignited the question: Would you sacrifice one to save many? The internet, unsurprisingly, had no consensus—just a lot of heated hypotheticals and memes comparing the dilemma to choosing between tea and coffee at breakfast.
Gen Z vs. Bedtime: The Sleep Rebellion
New research confirmed what parents of teenagers already knew: Gen Z is officially the most sleep-deprived generation. Between late-night scrolling, existential dread, and an uncanny ability to function on three hours of rest, their bedtimes are more of a vague suggestion than a rule. Experts warn of a ‘sleep recession’, but let’s be honest—when has youth ever listened to experts?
And there you have it: another week in the books, filled with the kind of stories that make you laugh, ponder, and maybe—just maybe—reconsider that 2 a.m. TikTok binge.
