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"The Sound of Shoes Dropping in the Night"
*"The Sound of Shoes Dropping in the Night"* by Jim Kunstler "It was interesting to watch the Cable News divas go incandescent under the glare of their own gaslight late yesterday when they received the unpleasant news that the Barr & Durham “review” of RussiaGate had been officially upgraded to a “criminal investigation.” Rachel Maddow’s trademark pouty-face got a workout as she strained to imagine “…what the thing is that Durham might be looking into.” Yes, that’s a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma, all right… with a sputtering fuse sticking out of it. Welcome to th... more »
How Old Was Trump When He Started Lying Incessantly?
On CNN yesterday, Jake Tapper reminded CNN viewers that regardless of White House claims to the contrary, Trump doesn't have a "communications problem," he has "a facts problem and the facts are bad for the president, so he seems to be trying to change them by lying." The describes more than just the Ukraine scandal. And it describes more than just his presidency. It describes the man's entire life. He's been lying about everything-- big and small-- since the first time he appeared in the *New York Times*, October 16, 1973. Trump was 27 years old then and the headline was Major L... more »
In A Society Built On War, We Must Do More Than Just Prefer Peace
American activist Angela Davis once said, “In a racist society it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be anti-racist.” Our responsibility to truth and justice isn’t fulfilled by merely witnessing the perverse tendency in western society toward white supremacy without participating in it, […]
meet GRU Unit 74455
This for Matonis was ominously familiar territory: for more than two years he and the rest of the security industry had watched Russia launch a series of destructive hacking operations against Ukraine, a relentless cyberwar that accompanied Russia's invasion of the country after its pro-Western 2014 revolution. Even as that physical war had killed 13,000 people in Ukraine and displaced millions more, a Russian hacker group known as Sandworm had waged a full-blown cyberwar against Ukraine as well: it had barraged Ukrainian companies, government agencies, railways, and airports w... more »
Russia's Plan To Take Over Finland? Robotic Tanks and Flamethrowers
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, Europe* Not a great plan. *Key point: *These World War II drones were only effective in highly-specialized circumstances. On April 18, Moscow announced that it would feature its Uran-9 robot-tanks in its military parade celebrating the seventy-third anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany. The compact Uran-9 bristles with a 30mm cannon and anti-tank missiles—and it is of course, unmanned. The defense ministry also periodically insists that it will develop an unmanned version of its new T-14 Armata main battle tank. Curiously, Moscow has been deve... more »
Japan: A Future Nuclear Weapons Superpower?
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, Asia* A geopolitical earthquake. *Key point:* Tokyo could get the bomb if it needed to and that would be scary for its neighbors. It is perhaps China’s greatest nightmare: a nuclear-armed Japan. Permanently anchored off the Asian mainland, bristling with nuclear weapons, a nuclear Japan would make China’s security situation much more complex than it is now, and force China to revise both its nuclear doctrine and increase its nuclear arsenal. To be perfectly clear, Japan has no intention of building nuclear weapons. In fact, it has a strong aversion to... more »
WKD: Will Russia Get What It Wants in Syria?
*Stratfor Worldview* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] Moscow still has a long road ahead of it. *Key point:* Moscow hopes to win big but could pay a high cost. Just over four years after the Russian military intervention in Syria began, Moscow continues to enjoy the diplomatic, commercial and military rewards of its operations in the Levant. By driving a wedge between its NATO foes, testing out new weaponry and more, Russia has notched up a number of strategic and tactical successes in Syria. These gains notwithstanding, it's not all clear sailing for Moscow ahead: From g... more »
How to Eat Paleo on a Budget
Eating quality food, the Paleo way, doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. People think that eating Paleo is expensive, but it doesn’t have to be at all. In fact, when shopping thoughtfully for your primal foods it ends up being cheaper than you think. On top of that, investing in your … Continue reading "How to Eat Paleo on a Budget" The post How to Eat Paleo on a Budget appeared first on TDW.
On Conservatism’s Decline into Progressive Utopianism
The fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, instead of leading to the end of socialism, led to the weakening of the conservative movement. The 1990s saw the rise of a new breed of conservative politicians and intellectuals who viewed traditional conservatism as an obstacle to electoral success. Under their leadership, conservatism’s links with ancient and medieval knowledge, which is essential for making it a coherent project, was severed. Conservatism ceased to be conservative in the traditional sense; it is now a modernist movement—a vehicle for progressive utopianism.
With Little Fanfare, William Barr Formally Announces Orwellian Pre-Crime Program
By Whitney Webb Last Wednesday, U.S. Attorney General William Barr issued a memorandum to all U.S. attorneys, law enforcement agencies and top ranking Justice Department... more »
Great show of sportsmanship between Supercars rivals after shocking crash
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Shane van Gisbergen is desperate to make up ground on Scott McLaughlin in the race for the Supercars championship, but he forgot about that in the wake of his countryman's frightening crash on the Gold Coast.
Pedestrian killed, another man fighting for life after spate of crashes in Adelaide overnight
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A pedestrian dies after being hit by a motorcycle and another man is in a critical condition following a separate crash in Adelaide on Saturday night.
Tributes paid to young sisters found dead in Madeley as mother remains under guard in hospital
Two young girls found dead in their home in Perth's northern suburbs on Friday are described on social media as "beautiful" and "cherished" as their mother remains under arrest in hospital in relation to their deaths.
Irish luck brings farming couple on a working holiday 'gap year' to NSW winery
Irish empty-nesters Derek and Jackie Edwards are living the dream on the other side of the world, working on farms for food and board in Australia.
Kurt Cobain's olive-green cardigan from Unplugged in New York sells for $500k
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The tattered, drab-olive-green button-up sweater with dark stains and a burn hole sets a new record for the most expensive jumper ever sold at auction.
Family of boat tragedy victim praises his mate for bravely staying with him 'until the end'
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The family of Peter Verrall, who died when the boat he was fishing in capsized in rough seas in South Australia, praises his close friend for staying with him "until the end".
Does this remote Pilbara property have what it takes to be a Dark Sky Sanctuary?
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A cattle station in outback Western Australia proves popular with stargazers and now hopes to become internationally recognised for its starry nights.
Are fines for not wearing a bicycle helmet too high?
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Fines for cyclists who do not wear helmets in New South Wales are more expensive than anywhere else in Australia, and should be drastically lowered, according to university researchers.
How England got a psychological edge over 'the gods of rugby' at the World Cup
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From the pre-game haka to the post-game guard of honour and everything in between, a lot of people had a lot to say about the All Blacks' early exit at the Rugby World Cup.
Battleships: How to Make the U.S. Navy Great Again?
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, Americas* It's nice to dream--as it will never happen. *Key Point:* America needs a bigger navy. Battleships captivate the imagination. Before they were displaced by aircraft carriers, battleships were symbols of great-power status. Some of the most iconic were the American Iowa class, the last battleships ever built by the United States. Powerful in appearance, yet with sleek lines filled in with haze gray, the Iowa class served in World War II and were unretired three more times to serve as the U.S. Navy’s big guns. If we brought them back today, wh... more »
After This War, India Became A Powerhouse and Pakistan Was Ruined
*Michael Peck* *Security, Asia* The 1971 India-Pakistan War's legacy lives on. *Key point: *And Pakistan has never forgiven India. This is what happens when you chop a nation in half. Before December 3, 1971, Pakistan was a country suffering from a split personality disorder. When British India became independent in 1947, the country was divided into Hindu India and Muslim Pakistan. The problem was that East Pakistan and West Pakistan were almost a thousand miles apart, and wedged in between them was archenemy India. Imagine if the United States only consisted of the East Coast ... more »
Does Israel Have Something to Fear from Donald Trump?
*Amitai Etzioni* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] The Israelis are concerned that Trump will change his mind about supporting them in the same cavalier way that he switched his position with regard to the Kurds. As a direct result of President Donald Trump’s precipitous withdrawal of American forces from Syria, Israel’s strategic situation deteriorated significantly overnight. In the preceding period, Israel was part of an informal anti-Iran coalition that includes Saudi Arabia as well as the United Arab Emirates and had the backing of the United States. There have been ... more »
The United States Has Supplicants, Not Allies
*Salvatore Babones* *Security, Americas* [image: Reuters] Alliances are a holdover from nineteenth-century European geopolitics, kept alive by political pundits' juvenile obsessions with strategy games. A United States treaty ally is at war with a non-state actor based in the Middle East. But the Trump administration has disavowed America’s friends abroad, concerned only to make a quick exit before the 2020 election season starts in earnest. Congressional foreign-policy heavyweights on both sides of the aisle have lined up to condemn the president, while pundits scream “ betrayal... more »
Could Swarming Drones Counter Drone Swarms?
*Military and Aerospace Electronics* *Security, Americas* The Pentagon wants to know. *Key point: *Drones can be used to counter drones and the military wants to have a lot of small, coordinated UAVs ready to fight. WASHINGTON – Future small armed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) can form swarms of hundreds of mini, precision-guided explosives, overwhelm radar or simply blanket an area with targeting sensors. Kris Osborn at The National Interest reports. Continue reading original article The Military & Aerospace Electronics take: 22 Oct. 2019 -- They can paint or light up air, gr... more »
New Financial Crash or Global Renaissance: The Intention of the Future
New International Economic Order Glass-Steagall Financial Warfare New Financial Crash or Global Renaissance: The Intention of the Future Video of New Financial Crash or Global Renaissance: The Intention of the Future As the blowout of the financial system that Lyndon LaRouche forecast years ago becomes apparent to more and more people, the question rests on the American people what they will do today. Diane Sare reports on the unprecedented meeting between Russia and the countries of Africa, while Bill Jones discusses the impressive potential in space exploration if the barriers pr... more »
Debunked: Myth Of Green Growth - Financial Times - Annotated
Here I debunk an article in the Financial Times - although by the title it is supposedly about myths about green technology and renewables, it actually perfectly highlights most of the scientific and even financial myths about renewables propagated by some economists who claim that green growth is impossible. I am annotating this article with Hypothes.is - the academic online web commenting tool. You may be able to read my annotations online here: read more
Former U.S. Attorney Discusses “High Stakes” Within Flynn Legal Strategy….
Former Assistant U.S. Attorney Andrew McCarthy weighs in on the latest developments within the Michael Flynn case. As McCarthy points out, if Judge Sullivan doesn’t accept the defense position of gross misconduct by the prosecution; and if Sullivan does not … Continue reading →
The Good E-Mail Series: Robert Emmons, Jr.
Robert Emmons is running for the South Side Chicago seat (IL-01) occupied by entrenched, corrupt careerist Bobby Rush. A grassroots activist without a rolodex that rains money, Emmons is doing his best to raise campaign cash the old-fashioned way, explaining why he has something to offer to the voters in his district. He sent this one out yesterday, under the subject line *The price of your zip code? 30 years of your life*: A recent *Economist* article revealed that a ride on the 23-mile, north-to-south “L” train Red Line in Chicago corresponds with a staggering statistic: life... more »
Cash Runs Dry at ATMs as Protests Escalate in Chile
By Jamie Redman There’s a lot of unrest in Chile right now as the country has seen massive protests against government manipulation and an escalation... more »
The Daily Brief 2019-10-25
This is a summary of 35 AMN articles on the following subjects: Latakia, Syria, Rusia, Siria, ISIS, Russia, Homs, Sukhnah, Maduro, Venezuela, Hezbollah, Libano, Hasakah, EE.UU., Kabani, Chita, Chechenia, Baltic, Crimea, Lebanon, Ansarallah, Houthi, Jemen, US, Kurdos, Turquía, Aleppo, Idlib, Yemen, Kurds, Turkey, Serbia. Categories covered in this brief: Syria, Espanol, Siria, Latin-America, Libano, Noticias-Del-Mundo, […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Iran could attack Israel from nearly all sides: Israeli general
A former Israeli general said Iran would try to target the Jewish state from all sides, focusing on important and vital military targets. General Aharon Ze’evi Farkash, the former Israeli chief of staff, said that “Iran will try to attack us from all sides by striking military or strategic targets in Israel.” According to the […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Russian air defense forces arrive in Egypt
A statement issued by the Spokesman of the Egyptian Armed Forces said that “elements of the Russian Air Defense Forces arrived in Egypt to participate in the joint Egyptian-Russian training activities of the Air Defense Forces (Arrow Friendship-1), which is hosted by Egypt for the first time between the two sides Over the course of […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
US confirms troops returned to Syria from Iraq
US forces crossed into Syria on route to oil fields in Deir ez-Zor province, a US defence official confirmed to NBC News on Saturday. The deployment was said to be aimed at preventing Syrian oil fields from coming under the control of Daesh (ISIS)* or other ‘destabilisizing actors,’ according to the unnamed official. “We will […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Erdogan once again vows to expel Kurdish fighters from northeast Syria
Turkey will clear northwestern Syria from the Kurdish People’s Protection Units (YPG) if they fail to pull out their fighters in the set timeframe, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday. “In recent days, historic events have been taking place near our border. We are trying to establish a safety zone. We have agreed […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Late night footage from Syrian Army’s offensive in northeast Latakia
BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:00 P.M.) – The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) launched a major attack on the strategic town of Kabani and its surroundings last night in a bid to finally take control of this key area. However, after several hours of fighting, the Syrian Arab Army was forced to retreat after suffering heavy losses at […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
How Fast Fashion Adds to the Global Waste Problem
Written by Joseph Mercola, D.O., Ph.D. Story at-a-glance – Fast fashion is a major contributor to the global waste problem, as clothing is the fastest growing category of waste. Canadians are now buying 400% more clothes, and Americans 500% more, than in the 1980s, and an estimated 85% of donated clothes end up in landfills […] The post How Fast Fashion Adds to the Global Waste Problem appeared first on Health Nut News.
Growing Epidemic Among Smartphone Users: Temporary and Permanent Screen-Induced Blindness
By B.N. Frank LED Screens Can Also Cause Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Obesity, and More Research and warnings about excessive screen use causing poor eye health... more »
Irrelevant Carter Page Sues DOJ to Preview IG Report on FISA – A Deeper Dive Into The “Bigger” Picture…
An article today about Carter Page suing the DOJ in an effort to review the inspector general report on the FISA manipulation prior to publication provides an opportunity to review the insignificance of Carter Page. First the Carter Page perspective: … Continue reading →
50-Kilowatt Air Defense Lasers Are Headed to the Army
*Military and Aerospace Electronics* *Security, Americas* [image: https://s3.amazonaws.com/cms.ipressroom.com/295/files/20197/5d446ecd2cfac219b00ad97c_Northrop+Grumman+Selected+for+US+Army+Stryker+Vehicle+High+Energy+Laser+Initiative/Northrop+Grumman+Selected+for+US+Army+Stryker+Vehicle+High+Energy+Laser+Initiative_7846] The highest tech there is. *Key point:* The Pentagon is eager to adopt the latest anti-air lasers into the Army’s vehicles. WASHINGTON – The U.S. military will incorporate the newest generation of solid-state fiber optic lasers as early as 2021, according to North... more »
Fighter Faceoff: Should The Air Force Buy More F-35s Or The F-15EX?
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, World* Which is right for the Air Force of the future? *Key point: *Both are capable jets, but are tailored to exceed at specific missions. The U.S. military’s over $738 billion dollar budget is unprecedented in human history—but that only makes the struggles for a piece of that monetary pie all the fiercer. One of the battles currently raging revolves over a seemingly simple question: should the Air Force devote a share of its funding to procuring a new version of its oldest fighter, the F-15 Eagle, or devote every available dollar to its newest, ... more »
A Single World War II Battle Stopped Nazi Germany's Conquest Of Russia
*Warfare History Network* *History, Europe* The Red Army's first victory against the Germans. *Key point: *Yelnya proved the Red Army's determination. The smell of victory was in the air as the forces of Field Marshal Fedor von Bock’s Army Group Center continued to drive deep into the Ukraine during the final week of June 1941. To most of the young soldiers of the army group it seemed that this would be another unstoppable blitzkrieg. Their commander, however, saw things differently. Von Bock was one of several higher commanders who were against the entire notion of invading the... more »
Ruby's 'inner voice' took most of her life. Then she turned 16, and things got a whole lot worse
Since she was 11, an eating disorder has controlled much of Ruby Alarcon Gleeson's life. Then when she turned 16, she fell through the gaps into a "chasm of care" just when she needed help the most.
From a lady in the port to a sanctuary in the sand, these people are living in defiance of authorities
They are a select group of people who live in places that would never be possible today, and have refused every effort to get them to move on.
HSC without exams: An alternative pathway through high school
As students stress and cram for final-year exams in the hope of getting into university, a small group of students prepares to finish high school without having to sit one test.
More Queensland schools getting serious about careers in online video gaming
A Queensland Catholic college is the latest high school to get serious about mentoring its students for a future in esports, likening the opportunity to that of a career in more traditional sports like football or cricket.
Office workers are using ice baths to manage stress but health experts say the jury is still out
Ice baths have long been used by elite athletes for recovery, but now everyone from officer workers to accountants are being taught the breathing techniques whilst immersed in ice in a bid to manage work-related stress.
Bushfires wreak havoc amid 'horrendous' conditions in northern NSW
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Emergency crews gain the upper hand fighting several fires across NSW — the most dangerous blazes were near Forster, on the mid-north coast, and destroyed at least two homes yesterday.
Shorebirds struggle for survival as wetlands face pressure from development
Shorebirds are increasingly under pressure around Australia, as the nation's wetlands and coastal estuaries continue to be swallowed by housing.
'I just lost the plot': The broken police officers forced to fight for trauma compensation
Policeman-turned-lawyer David Healey's mental health was shattered by a rocket blast in Afghanistan. He now helps other traumatised cops fight for compensation.
'Like trying to round up cats on a horse': Is bee broking the toughest job in agriculture?
Bee brokers facilitate the biggest movement of livestock in Australian history — and it's no easy feat not just moving them, but also finding enough to meet demand.
Sammy Wilson was happy when the Uluru climb permanently closed this week. But he felt grief, too
Uluru custodian Sammy Wilson says the closure of the climb has been a long time coming and wants to honour the Anangu who did not live to see it.
For the first time since Victoria was Queen, Britain ran weeks without coal
The United Kingdom has adopted ambitious emissions reduction targets, making it the first major economy in the world aiming to end its contribution to global warming by 2050.
'I've lived life flat out': WA's first heart transplant patient celebrates as unit marks 25 years
Perth's heart transplant unit opened for business 25 years ago. Since then almost 200 people have received new hearts.
The new handheld ultrasound machine set to 'dramatically' alter how doctors work
A small portable ultrasound machine connected to a mobile phone is set to make the stethoscope obsolete, according to a professor at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. It's faster, safer and more accurate.
School-of-the-air communities fear funding cuts as enrolments drop
For many families in remote parts of Australia, virtual classrooms provide a vital education but low enrolment numbers in some parts could spell trouble for schools of the air.
The Art of Ancient Assyrian Kings
Assyrian International News Agency - 5 hours ago
Installation view of Assyria: Palace Art of Ancient Iraq.From the 800s to the 600s B.C., the kings of Assyria built grand palaces in their capital cities, located in the land we know today as Iraq.
Over 40 killed in Iraq by government security forces and Iranian backed militias
Over 40 killed in Iraq by government security forces and Iranian backed militias Ramazan Khalidov and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Fresh violence erupted in Iraq after people chanted demands for change in several parts of Iraq. Once more, the disenfranchised called for jobs, hope, and an end to embedded corruption. Yet the […]
Tensions in Bolivia after Evo Morales re-elected because of alleged fraud
Tensions in Bolivia after Evo Morales re-elected because of alleged fraud Noriko Watanabe and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times President Evo Morales of Bolivia was re-elected according to internal sources that stipulate he won just over 47 percent of the vote. However, according to Carlos Mesa who won just over 36 percent of the […]
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Angels in the Bible in Six Depictions – Simulate
Owlcation » Arts » Divinity Angels in the Bible in Six Depictions Updated on Marchland 17, 2019 Trick Dash more Lav is a author based in Portsmouth in the Joined Realm who enjoys authorship on a all-embracing orbit of personal and pro interests. Impinging Writer St. Michael and fallen angels by Rubens, Seventeenth c | […] The post Angels in the Bible in Six Depictions – Simulate appeared first on MintPress News.
Oct. 26: Not a good day
https://www.rt.com/usa/471691-trump-border-wall-colorado/ _________________________________________________________________ https://www.theguardian.com/environment/ng-interactive/2019/oct/25/suvs-second-biggest-cause-of-emissions-rise-figures-reveal _________________________________________________________________ https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2019/oct/25/the-real-reason-some-scientists-downplay-the-risks-of-climate-change The Guardian has long had a reputation of being the most honest major newspaper in the world. (And the most intelligent). That's quite a contrast with al... more »
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Meet China's Fearsome J-10 Fighter (Thanks to Israel and America?)
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, * A secret revealed. *Key Point:* The J-10 isn't cutting edge, but it marks a milestone in Chinese military modernization. The J-10 “Vigorous Dragon” is a mainstay of China’s effort to modernize its large fleet of single-engine jet fighters, with 350 already in service. An agile tactical fighter similar to the ubiquitous F-16 Fighting Falcon, the Vigorous Dragon was the first domestic Chinese design roughly on par with Western and Russian fourth-generation fighters. However, there is considerable evidence that the J-10’s development was heavily inf... more »
Hitler's Generals Thought His Battle of the Bulge Strategy Was Nuts
*Michael Peck* *History, Europe* But he came close to victory. This is why. *Key Point*: Don't underestimate a defeated enemy. The attack began with a barrage from 1,600 guns and rocket launchers that pounded trenches and command posts. Then came waves of tanks and infantry that surged out of the winter mist and slammed into the stunned and bewildered defenders. It was a perfect example of shock and awe. Except that in December 1944, it was Americans who were on the receiving end. This month marks the 70th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, perhaps the greatest battle eve... more »
Welcome to Chaos: Is There Any Solution in Sight for Hong Kong?
*East Asia Forum* *Politics, Asia* [image: Reuters] A very fraught situation. *Key point: *A difficult balance may be necessary to avoid escalation and bloodshed. Hong Kong’s summer has taken another turn for the worse. While the vast majority of protestors have been peaceful, violence and vandalism have now become the norm — and for some the goal. Clashes with the police have continually escalated. Amid such chaos, is there a way forward for Hong Kong? The movement has ventured far beyond the original catalyst, the government’s extradition bill, with increasingly radical dynam... more »
Sunk Your Battleship: Russia Is Developing Deadly Mines That Can Learn
*Michael Peck* *Security, * What does the U.S. Navy think about that? Russia is combining the old with the new to create a potentially powerful naval weapon. On the old side are mines, which date back to the American Revolution, and the venerable Be-12, the 1960s Soviet military seaplane which is still flown today. On the new side is Artificial Intelligence that will enable smart naval mines to identify ships and submarines. The idea is to create “complexes” of AI-controlled mines that are self-learning, and can adapt their behavior. “The complex of self-taught minefields is a ... more »
Musical Interlude: Liquid Mind, "My Orchid Spirit"
Liquid Mind, "My Orchid Spirit"
"All Paths..."
“All paths lead to the same goal: to convey to others what we are. And we must pass through solitude and difficulty, isolation and silence, in order to reach forth to the enchanted place where we can dance our clumsy dance and sing our sorrowful song- but in this dance or in this song there are fulfilled the most ancient rites of our conscience in the awareness of being human and of believing in a common destiny.” - Pablo Neruda
"A Look to the Heavens"
"About 40,000 light-years across, pretty, irregular galaxy NGC 3239 lies near the center of this lovely field of galaxies in the galaxy rich constellation Leo. At a distance of only 25 million light-years it dominates the frame, sporting a peculiar arrangement of structures, young blue star clusters and star forming regions, suggesting that NGC 3239 (aka Arp 263) is the result of a galaxy merger. Appearing nearly on top of the pretty galaxy is a bright, spiky, foreground star, a nearby member of our own Milky Way galaxy almost directly along our line-of-sight to NGC 3239. *Click im... more »
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