Category: Sci-Tech
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This 1961 Impala Was Excellent Moonshine Runner
What more is there to say about this car except “Wow”? Jim’s 1961 Tri-Power Chevrolet Impala is yet another pure gem hidden away somewhere in the rural wilds of Ontario, Canada. Back in the day, these cars were known in the South as an excellent choice for moonshine runners. It must have been difficult if…
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Study: Is your phone reading your mind? 33% of Canadians have noticed being tracked by their gadgets
Digital privacy expert discusses the possible violation of privacy and security of cross-device tracking Third of Canadians (33%) have ever noticed an ad on their devices of something they recently spoke about or saw on TV (but hadn’t searched for), according to research by NordVPN, a leading cybersecurity company. A majority of them noticed such ads…
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How Octapadist Became an Occupation in India
Run a search for “Octapad” or “Octapadist,” and you’ll find a vast musical community. Learn how the instrument became a household word. Run a Google search for “Octapad” or “Octapadist,” and you’ll find a vast musical community. The overwhelming majority of these players have two fundamental traits in common. They use a device with eight…
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Seriously, What The F**k Do We Know About Reality?
Nearly two decades ago in a small theater in Yelm, Washington a little film called What The Bleep Do We Know?!? screened to its first audiences and the term “I Create My Reality” was thrust into the collective consciousness. Since then countless films and books have extolled the wonders of quantum physics and how understanding…
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England’s EV Commercial Truck Earns Grants For Urban Deliveries
Tilbury, England. March 2023: British electric vehicle manufacturer Tevva has secured government plug-in truck grant (PITrG) eligibility for its 7.5t battery-electric truck. UK organizations looking to decarbonize operations and future-proof their fleets will benefit from a potential £16,000 ($26,260 CAD) discount, removed from the purchase price by Tevva. The current maximum Canadian EV amount is $5,000CAD. To…
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Urbanization Of Rural Farm Land Threatens Archaeological Evidence
The Haldimand-Norfolk Archaeological Research Project was a regional study meant to discover new information about the past that has impacted the region such as; glaciers, climate change, prehistoric and historic settlements, wildlife, and geologic formations. The agricultural lands of Norfolk and Haldimand County combined is approximately 2,286.49 km2 and is identified as a zone of…
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“Tap – Order – Pay” – The Way Forward for Restaurant and Hospitality Sectors?
According to a study carried out by America’s Bureau of Labor Statistics in January this year, the restaurant labor force in that country is still over 450,000 jobs below pre-pandemic levels — marking the largest employment deficit among all U.S. industries. Although figures are not currently available for Canada, the situation is the same. In November 2022,…
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Protected: The Theory of Intrinsic Energy
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Research: Adult Content, Streaming & Video Hosting Sites Have Most Security Threats
According to research by our friends at NordVPN, one of the leading cybersecurity companies, adult content, streaming, and video hosting sites have the most security and privacy threats, such as malware, intrusive ads, and trackers. Research shows that NordVPN’s Threat Protection feature, whose sole purpose is to protect people from such threats, blocked 344M trackers,…
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Diversity is Elusive in Rare Disease Research
Only 10% of rare diseases have an FDA-approved therapy. This sobering statistic highlights why research is so imperative for patients with rare diseases. Clinical trials can be a crucial opportunity to access life-saving treatments. However, African-American, African-Canadian and Latino patients with rare diseases face significant underrepresentation in clinical trials. This lack of representation results in drugs…
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Inside The High Flying World Of Hot Air Balloons
We’ve been hearing a lot about balloons lately- the kind that certain nations are using to spy on us. Hopefully everyone has seen a hot air balloon in flight, but have you ever wondered when the first one was invented? Or how much hot air is required to get them off the ground? Or where…
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How to fix your home’s air conditioning?
Many people are unaware that they can repair some problems with their air conditioners. There are some times when you can avoid some expensive repairs. Before calling a professional, you can troubleshoot your system first. If it’s aggravating to discover that the problems you called a technician to fix are things you could have done…
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The Night The CIA Borrowed A Soviet Space Capsule
A number of years ago the Soviet Union toured several countries with an exhibition of its industrial and economic achievements. There were the usual standard displays of industrial machinery and models of power stations and nuclear equipment. Of greater interest to the CIA were apparent models of the Sputnik and Lunik space vehicles. U.S. intelligence twice…
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Audio-Technica Wowed by Response to Limited-Edition Release of “Sound Burger” Portable Turntable
To commemorate the company’s 60th anniversary, Audio-Technica released a limited-edition Sound Burger portable turntable this past November – four decades after its original debut. A-T never imagined the overwhelming response the release would generate. That limited-edition AT-SB2022 retro red Sound Burger sold out in a matter of days worldwide – faster than anyone projected. The Sound Burger…
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Canada Ranks 2 In Biggest Decrease In Car Production
The research by GoShorty looked at worldwide car production figures from previous years, the number of people employed in the automotive industry, and other factors to reveal which countries produce the most and least commercial vehicles in the world. Countries with the biggest decreases in car production: Rank Country Cars Produced Commercial Vehicles Produced Total…
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How Do You Make Expanding Foam At Home?
Expanding foam is a versatile material that is commonly used in construction, DIY projects, and home repairs. It is a polymer foam that expands upon application and hardens to fill gaps, cracks, and voids. Expanding foam is useful for insulating walls, sealing leaks, and stabilizing structures. While it is readily available for purchase at hardware…
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Canada Space Agency -How Space Affects Our Body
Living in space has significant effects on the human body. As we prepare for journeys to more distant destinations like Mars, humankind must tackle these risks to ensure safe travel for our astronauts. Have a look at this nifty infographic from the CSA.
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Here Is How Concrete Contractors Adapt To Canada Winter
Concrete workers are unsung heroes. Their work doesn’t end, even when winter hits and the temperature drops. Unlike people who work in the warmth of an indoor space, they may not have the luxury of avoiding the harsh weather. Without the right precautions, they may suffer from problems such as hypothermia, frostbite, or trench foot.…
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Thomas Edison’s Creepy Talking Doll Not The Best Christmas Gift Idea In 1890
Like other authors who write about innovation, I love Thomas Edison stories. He was an inventive genius and found the code to serial innovation more than 120 years ago. That code is still in use by companies like IDEO who’ve learned his lessons and both improved upon them and added to them. But the basic…
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The Benefits And Disruptions Of Blockchain Technology
It’s safe to say Blockchain technology has disrupted the internet in quite a dramatic fashion. Despite only being invented about fourteen years ago, cryptocurrency has formed a world of its own and it is now estimated the market will hit well above a $1 trillion USD valuation from four years ago….. Allowing transactions, alongside other…
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Lockheed Martin Space Fence Still Tracking 200,000 Orbiting Objects
Lockheed Martin continues refining its technology solution for Space Fence, a program that revamps the way the U.S. Air Force identifies and tracks objects in space. The U.S. Air Force selected Lockheed Martin in 2015 to build a $USD914 million Space Fence Radar to Safeguard Space Resources. Lockheed Martin’s Space Fence solution, an advanced ground-based radar system,…
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Thrilling Test Drive Of Rolls Royce Wraith
A Silo look back article 🙂 It’s Fall 2013 and the “now brand new” Wraith from the Rolls-Royce car company is not something I get exposed to often. Let’s face it, I’m a mid size car guy. Not high-end luxury. I rationalize my affordability factor by saying that high end’s are too ‘heavy’ and shee-shee…
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Canada Makes Top Ten Best Places To Buy EV But Who’s Ahead?
Canada is in the top 10 best places to buy an EV – from the cost of a Tesla versus average income to EV purchase incentives. According to research by our friends at Zutobi.com, the United States takes top spot and earns a total EV score of 8.19/10. The US offers the world’s most popular…
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Definitive Guide to Speaker Setup Now Available
Octave Records Debuts The Audiophile’s Guide: The Loudspeaker, the Definitive Guide to Speaker Setup – New book and companion SACD disc/download dive into exacting, step-by-step detail on how to get the most out of any loudspeaker – Boulder, Colorado, October, 2022 – PS Audio’s Octave Records label announces its latest release, The Audiophile’s Guide: The Loudspeaker, a book and companion SACD/download that tells listeners…
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Why Radiation Protection Makes Sense- even at ‘Low’ Exposure levels
Radiation is all around us. It occurs naturally in our environment, coming to us from the sun, from the soil and foods that we eat, and in the air that we breathe. It is omnipresent across a diverse cross section of industries. We tend to associate radiation with the nuclear industry, but the reality…
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With Summer Winding Down Now Is Time For Air Conditioner Servicing
The summer may be winding down, but there are still a few weeks left to keep that air conditioner pumping fresh, cool air throughout your home and before you receive a professional furnace check-up for the winter months ahead. Just like a furnace, with regular upkeep and maintenance, your air conditioner will enjoy a long…
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Self Driving Vehicles And The Trolley Problem
With the imminent arrival of Autonomous Vehicles, many people have started worrying about the safety of this new technology, especially when an issue arises to do with choice. In this piece, we’ll delve into the issue of the “Trolley Problem” and how AVs will deal with this and whether all manufacturers have the same stance.…
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1 In 2 Canadians Always Accept Browser Cookies
Digital privacy expert explains why often accepting cookies poses cyber risks According to new research commissioned by internet security company NordVPN, only 3.5% of Canadians never accept cookies. To make matters worse, a whopping 43% say they always accept cookies. While most HTTP cookies are safe, some can be used to track people without their consent. Even more,…