The lie that inspires people to kill, and to die. Don’t forget. Remember the shame of war. Remember the cost of war, which honour and glory can not repay. Dulce Est Decorum Est Bent double, like old beggars under sacks, Knock-kneed, coughing like hags, we cursed through sludge, Till on the haunting flares we turned …
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Why driving is dangerous.
Even if you’re a reckless driver … So, take it easy …
Health, simply.
The best six doctors are sunshine, water, rest, air, exercise and diet.
Einstein on brain vs brawn.
Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complicated and more violent. It takes a touch of genius, and a lot of courage, to move in the opposite direction.
Outlook 2013: If you haven’t found the answer yet, read this.
If you see some question about what the future holds the ideas outlined in the WFS Outlook 2013 will stimulate. Even if you have found teh answer it will still feed you brain. Enjoy it. http://www.wfs.org/futurist/november-december-2012-vol-46-no-6/outlook-2013 Outlook 2013 INTRODUCTION Human actions could become more accurately predictable, thanks to neuroscience. Nano-sized robots will deliver cancer-fighting …
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Can we face reality? Can we do the right thing?
Some have said for a long time that the management of Ireland has been corrupt, collusive and self-destructive. The solutions have been evident, but require action by those that are party to the inefficiencies. The track record is not good – even the priests never owned up about their corruption. Perhaps enough people will wake-up …
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Antarctic sea ice grows … good news?
The Earth Observatory reports that Antarctic Sea Ice Reaches New Maximum Extent. Yes, more rather than less. A recent study suggests: “The strong pattern of decreasing ice coverage in the Bellingshausen/Amundsen Seas region and increasing ice coverage in the Ross Sea region is suggestive of changes in atmospheric circulation,” they noted. “The year 2012 continues …
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Sustainable development portal, Wikipedia
A good place to learn about balancing economics, environment and ethics. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portal:Sustainable_development
Energy Portal – Wikipedia
A good place to learn about Hubbert’s Peak, TOE and more. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portal:Energy
How big is your TOE?
A useful benchmark for consumption is Tonnes of Oil Equivalent. Mineral oil (petrol, diesel, gasoline and friends) has a very high energy content per volume. That means less weight per joule which is important if you’ve got to move or carry fuel, eg in a car fuel tank. This comparison list from Wikipedia shows the …
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