Daily Archives: August 30, 2005

Global Warming Promises More Katrinas

Posted on August 30, 2005 by glasscastle

Ross Gelspan, in the Boston Globe, argues that not only Katrina but all the weird weather we’ve been experiencing, are by-products of global warming, and he’s not a crackpot… THE HURRICANE that struck Louisiana yesterday was nicknamed Katrina by the … Continue reading →

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Rumsfeld Defends Environment

Posted on August 30, 2005 by glasscastle

The Associated Press released a rather astounding piece today in which Darth Rumsfield makes an Orwellian argument that the military is actually on the same side as the environmentalists – because they need to protect the habitat of some endangered … Continue reading →

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Domestic Robot Eliminates Potential Nannygates

Posted on August 30, 2005 by glasscastle

A robot that recognises up to 10 faces and understands 10,000 words is to be offered to Japanese consumers looking for a high-tech helper in the house. The one-metre tall humanoid Wakamaru robot is being marketed as a mechanical house-sitter … Continue reading →

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Gadget of the Week

Posted on August 30, 2005 by glasscastle

Great holiday gift. Only $19.99. Make checks payable to Dowbrigade News…. (thanks, Bri)

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