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What would happen if an AI gained control of the US military’s nuclear stash and decided to preemptively win World War 3 before any perceived enemy nations could react? Fans of cinema from the 1980s may recognize that query as the plot to the classic science-fiction film “Wargames” starring a young Matthew Broderick. It was […] 
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Photographer Daniel Freeman travelled across the US to capture striking night-time shots.
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I have to be honest - never once gave thought to diversity in street lamps.... I sure hope not to have offended any - street lamps.... . .
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Once in a while, it’s nice to sit back, relax, and ponder the true meaning of life. These philosophical questions don’t necessarily have black-and-white answers and are meant to provoke the deeper side of the human experience.Whether you’re into philosophical questions about happiness or are fascinated by interesting thought-provoking questions about ethics, this giant list [...]
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need a conversation starter? here are some spectular suggestions... . .
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The oldest hotel in the world has been open since 705 AD, and the same family has been running the hot spring inn in Japan over 52 generations.
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one for the record books - same family owned business for over 1300 YEARS (that is not a typo) . .
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Low-Earth orbit is dangerously crowded with junk but this six-month-long mission could be a good place to start.
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all that garbage in the ocean - and now.... . .
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Human bodies might actually survive the trip through a wormhole! But there's a social catch.
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just in case you were looking to travel a great distance and vacation time is limited.... . .
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Rich witches
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How does one determine which witch is really rich? . .
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"Kipp Jones from The Western Journal reports, One of the most popular news anchors in Phoenix walked away from her job Tuesday, and she obliterated the country’s biased establishment media on the way out."
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one person in the news media has found the courage - are there any more brave enough to do the same.... . .
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Musk has reached out to a Texas county about incorporating a city.
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"Starbase, Texas" - I really like the sound of that.... . .
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You’ve probably signed up for a lot of online services that you no longer use. Most of those accounts probably still exist, and they likely contain a mix of your personal data, identity details, and credit card numbers. Don’t leave juicy targets lying around for attackers.
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sharing as someone who has been included in data breaches and finds himself numerous times listed in the dark web - yeah, this is one to read and follow... . .
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With carriers wary of regulating calls and the Do Not Call list applying only to live callers, the onus falls on individuals to use call-blocking apps like Nomorobo and YouMail.
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if the current law does not apply to robots - CHANGE THE LAW - - jeeez... . .
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The currency may be ready for the 2022 Olympics in Beijing. Read all about China's new digital currency here.
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y'all going to elimiate the "cash" economy - and people just may return to the days of barter! or something to dodge the trackers... . .
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There’s a new socialism in town. Its foundations are more cultural than economic. Dinesh D’Souza explains this major development in leftist thinking and its impact on your life.
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don't miss this 5 minute video.... . .
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Microsoft is re-upping its commitment to help build digital skills with its software, services and learning assets, building on an initiative it first launched last year.
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Perhaps one day, all will be free – all the time. . A move toward a society that no longer places value on currency trade? Sorry, I have been watching Star Trek reruns… .
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Astronomers have searched the entire Milky Way to identify the safest places to live. It turns out, we're in a pretty good spot.
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it's cool - now how do I get there? . .
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The Biden administration is currently working to develop a system for people to prove they've been vaccinated against the coronavirus, according to a senior administration official.
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another step toward big bro.... . .
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Technology can help your home run for more smoothly and easily, but a new study says Amazon's Alexa may actually be a safety risk.
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IMAGINE if the NAZI folks had all this listening (spying) capability.... Well, I guess they do in the 21st century (even though the party label may not be the same) . .
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People with illicit substance use disorder per capita: 2,120.36
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IMAGINE - ranking as the most stoned state in America.... is it the happiest state too? . .
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Workers with college degrees and specialized training once felt relatively safe from automation. They aren’t.
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all that student debt - and then.... . .
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Solar roadways were once thought to be the holy grail of the global energy crisis. Read how they turned out to be engineering failures.
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whoops.... . .
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Yuri Bezmenov was in love with India so much so that he did not want the country to be 'irreparably damaged' under the Soviet influence.
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AMERICA TODAY - worth your time . .
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Learning whether a friend or relative is a liberal or a leftist will help you determine if they can be converted from the anti-liberal left.
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looking for a conversation starter? this should do it - REALLY DO IT.... that is, if you have the....... . .
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A century after the invention of the weekend, more companies are adding another day.
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Is it finally going to happen? Lots of reasons it should - IMO. . .
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No beer? No problem. Better refrigeration, together with innovations in making and selling frozen treats, helped steer people toward this 'refreshing and palatable food.'
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hmmm - wonder if anyone has crosschecked - did Prohibition cause weight gain in America? . .
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Facial recognition is everywhere! Check out where privacy and security are in the ongoing debate.
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I thought I woould like the future - and now I find that the days of Lassie were much better.... . .
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destiny?