Apple’s new Siri functionality is based on an app that’s been available for some time called Siri Assistant. If you have that app, enjoy it while it lasts, as it’s shutting down on the 15th.
Of all the different kinds of renewable energy, wind might be both the easiest to manage and the most frustrating. Turbines are relatively cheap and easy to build and deploy, but wind is a fickle mistress, and an idle turbine is barely fit for birds to…
Are you worried that some unscrupulous person may use a hidden camera to videotape you doing something you’d prefer to be kept private? Like eating an entire pizza by yourself or talking about how overrated The Beatles were? Well, the SpyFinder is here…
The process of cell research is a delicate, hands-on technique critical to the study of human disease and drug research. Until now, the hands have been those of scientists, but a lab full of robots has successfully created its first culture — so,…
Dear EarthTalk : I understand that mountaintop removal as a way of coal mining is incredibly destructive. Didn’t a report come out recently that named major banks that were funding this activity? — Seth Jergens, New York City Yes, it’s…
What’s so special about your sofa? It’s made out of Italian leather? Waterproof? Great for lazing around to play Xbox 360? It’s time to teach your couch some new tricks, because this sofa can probably beat your car in a street race.
If you opt for the cheaper version of Amazon’s Kindles, the ones with “special offers,” your screensavers will be advertisements. But if you ever decide you’re sick of them, Amazon will now let you buy your way out.
In a stunning mix of functionality and art, designers out of the Philippines have created a car made out of bamboo, rattan, nylon and steel. Created in just 10 days, Kenneth Cobonpue and Albrecht Birkner created this unique concept car — dubbed “…
I don’t believe America went to war against Iraq for oil. That doesn’t mean Big Oil’s hands are clean though. Recently released reports show that on at least two occasions, Shell had paid the Nigerian miltary substantial sums of money and that same military brutally repressed an area that just happened to be protesting Shell.
Otis is around 10 years old, a crossbreed with probably some GSD. He’s a loving soul and adores being cuddled but at the moment he’s feeling very lonely as his two kennel mates have just found homes and he’s been left all alone. Do you have a place j…
Eve is around 8 years old and a real sweetie. She loves everyone and everything so would be suitable for most households. She’s a placid girl who loves her walks although she doesn’t need to go for long distances. She’s good on the lead and also gr…
I first wrote and published this blog post on December 22, 2009 . I thought I’d re-publish it here, on the new blog, in light of the recent discussion on the network about scientists communicating to the public (see Social Media for Scienti…
The Bonneville Salt Flats may be the last place on Earth you’d expect to find alternative fuel vehicles. And yet an increasing number of pioneers are pushing the envelope and showing the world that green doesn’t mean slow. Students from Bringam Young University have set a new electric vehicle land speed record of 155 mph.
It’s almost Friday once more, and there is a lot of green stuff going on in the world today, especially as far as green transportation goes. Some of today’s highlights; bamboo in place of carbon fiber, BMW execs give more details about the i3 EV, and the EPA says the internal combustion engine has a “bright” future.
By C. Sylvan A building revolution is happening right under our noses. And it looks like this (see left). You may have seen this plaque at the entrance to Office Depot, in the lobby of your office building, or at a multi-family housing development …
Wrik Sen: When you have cash, you got to spend it whether its car, homes, islands, yachts or just about anything, which might show your taste (literally). Taking this thought in mind, is the Oscheriyori lunch box, which happens to be the world’s most expensive me
Wrik Sen: At a time when newer trends were put into the car market for garnering public attention, they were often redone in colors and designs rarely seen before. The trend is still relevant in today’s times, but one might not notice until something almost shock
Sandy is admired by all, but she’s still looking for a home after 11 months in kennels. Sadly, she was kept shut in a flat and never walked, so she’s had to learn how to enjoy life. She’s good with other dogs, but would be best suited to a quiet home…
Wrik Sen: American acoustic instrument makers Fender Guitar have now
turned their attention towards special edition acoustic instruments such as
amplifiers to expand their portfolio, and a demonstration of their expertise in
this art. Their latest invention is the
Wrik Sen: Louis Vuitton’s Hublot brand of watches has been in the news for several of masterpiece watches including the Big Bang Diamond men’s watch, known for its opulent diamond studded make. Their latest horological creative, the $5 million Big Bang Ladies w
Wrik Sen: Corvette, which had become a known name in the space of making car-boat combos like the red Cataraman boat and coupe car duo, has now introduced a new option with the 2012 ZR48 MTI, which includes a designer trailer, and a speed boat, priced at $1.7 milli
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