No big deal.
Just a 2001 article explaining how the USAF was testing remote airplane guidance systems in the months leading up to 911.
spacedaily.com/news/gps-01k.ht…
Civil-Military Interoperability For GPS Assisted Aircraft Landings Demonstrated
Marlborough - Oct. 1, 2001 - A government-industry team accomplished the first precision approach by a civil aircraft using a military Global Positioning System (GPS) landing system Aug. 25 at Holloman AFB, N.M., Raytheon Company announced today.www.spacedaily.com
Just had a random thought about building a decentralised online library using the #Murmurations protocol.
Many authors make e-versions of their books available for reading or download on their website, like David Holmgren's RetroSuburbia;
What if they could put a simple JSON file on that website, containing info about the book and where to find it, using a standard format. Then anyone could build a catalogue website to make them more discoverable.
Retrosuburbia - The Downshifters Guide to a Resilient Future – RetroSuburbia
Part manual, part manifesto, RetroSuburbia shows how your home can be transformed to become productive and resilient in an energy descent future. Be inspired and empowered to make positive changes in your life.RetroSuburbia
❌ Myth: Teens lack executive function
✅ Fact: Teen executive function is similar to adults’… but for shorter periods of time
Get up to speed on the latest neuroscience research with our upcoming FREE #TeenBrainBootcamp email course, available starting July 15.
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A Dedicated FEMA Fund Will Pay for 'Alligator Alcatraz' - FactCheck.org
Q: Are FEMA funds being used to construct an immigrant detention facility in the Everglades? A: Yes, the immigrant detention facility in Florida, dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz,” is being “funded largely” by the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s She…Alan Jaffe (FactCheck.org)
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Work permit applications drop, more foreign graduates stay in Finland
The number of work-based residence permit applications in Finland has fallen by 25 percent in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year,BYTESEU (Bytes Europe)
#chocolate #food #AdventureDay
In the past 2 decades, the U.S. has lost over 20% of its butterfly population. Other insects are declining too – bees, moths, dragonflies and more.
theconversation.com/humans-are…
Humans are killing helpful insects in hundreds of ways − simple steps can reduce the harm
Insects are often under pressure from several threats at once, from pesticides to habitat loss to pollution.The Conversation
Thought we had a second one lined up, but that fell through.
Need an extra few hours each week, until we get a dishwasher installed and/or the kid gets re-enrolled in school. We pay living wage.
And by "neurodivergent-friendly", i don't insist you need a degree or anything. Personal experience and compassion are enough.
Want to offer tourists more privacy in the Highlands
Prefer not to share housing with 20 othersBYTESEU (Bytes Europe)
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Did you know? Tipperary v Kilkenny results from last five All-Ireland championship meetings
Few rivalries in sport can match the intensity, history and drama of Kilkenny versus Tipperary in the All-Ireland hurling championship.BYTESEU (Bytes Europe)
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Tesla robotaxi incidents spark confusion and concerns in Austin (NBC News)
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Tesla robotaxi incidents spark confusion and concerns in Austin
Two weeks into Tesla’s robotaxi rollout on the streets of Austin, Texas, viral videos showing apparent mishaps have caused a cloud of confusion and concern.David Ingram (NBC News)
Doing chores without the #livestockguardiandog helping is against the rules around here, apparently.
He mostly helps himself...to love and pets. Not too helpful otherwise unless you have a coyote problem or your local 🐇 population is getting out of hand. 😆
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✨ A Sprinkle of JoyousJoyness ✨
Broke his brain!
Have a JoyousJoyfulJoyness day!
#happy #orangecat #gingercat #oneorangebraincell #cat #cute #joyousjoyness
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