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The Verbal Intelligence Scale for Adults (VISA) is a battery of eight subtests designed to assess general verbal intelligence. All subtests are composited into a single Verbal IQ score (the Verbal Comprehension Index; VCI), reflecting an individual's overall verbal ability. By measuring verbal reasoning, abstraction, recall, and breadth of knowledge, the VISA aims to provide a highly accurate and comprehensive evaluation of verbal ability. Validity data has now been released on the VISA (see attached figures). We found that VISA has a g-loading of .81 (corrected for SLODR). Additionally, the VISA has been renormed for the first time. Overall, the evidence suggests that the VISA is a strong measure of verbal ability. You can take the VISA and check out its validity here: cognitivemetrics.com/test/VISA















It is unfortunate that the UN Security Council has once again failed to demonstrate effectiveness and act decisively in the face of such a global threat as the Iranian regime's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. No one should be allowed to block such globally significant sea lanes or undermine the security of dozens of nations through terrorist attacks against the freedom of navigation. We faced a similar challenge in the Black Sea when the Russians attempted to block our ports and civilian shipping—Russia was trying to suffocate our economy. And we found a way to solve that problem through decisive action, not inaction. Now, we see a similar problem on a global scale. The Strait of Hormuz must remain open to all vessels that sustain vital economy lifelines and maintain normal international trade. Countries in the region have spoken clearly on this, and we support the aspirations of the people of the Middle East and the Gulf for peace. Peace and security in this region directly impact stability, market predictability, and the cost of living in every single country. Such problems and this war must not be prolonged. The world needs a functional UNSC that acts more decisively to resolve acute security challenges of global magnitude.





You are not smart enough to homeschool your children










It's ridiculous how they have Robotaxis in Austin without ANY driver, yet my Tesla here in Sweden is not even allowed to change lanes on the highway without me confirming with the turn signal 🤡








