Monthly Archives: August 2014

“Biology, physics, computer science are replaced with synthetic biology, nanotechnology, artificial intelligence.” The university gets its name from the theory of “singularity” written about by its co-founder Ray Kurzweil, a computer scientist – the inevitable moment when machines will surpass … Continue reading →

The high-density future of cities around the world, rendered crisply in photo-realistic drawings and computer models, will be one of massive skyscrapers performing wonderful tricks. They’ll grow food, they’ll generate renewable energy, they’ll spin and twirl to cater to our … Continue reading →

LYNCHBURG — Most skies above units of the National Park Service, including the Blue Ridge Parkway and Appomattox Court House National Historical Park and Shenandoah National Park, will remain drone-free for at least 18 months because of a recent policy … Continue reading →

With stock markets around the world near record highs, trustees are pondering whether and how to de-risk portfolios. This situation poses a quandary, as traditionally safer asset classes, such as high quality bonds, offer little prospective return. Yet, some traditional … Continue reading →

Posted: Friday, August 22, 2014 7:27 pm National Parks Service issues temporary ban on unmanned aircrafts Katrina Koerting newsadvance.com Most skies above units of the National Park Service, including the Blue Ridge Parkway and Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, … Continue reading →

Most skies above units of the National Park Service, including the Blue Ridge Parkway and Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, will remain drone-free for at least 18 months because of a recent policy banning unmanned aircraft. The National Park … Continue reading →

By Andy MetzgerSTATE HOUSE NEWS SERVICE Posted Aug. 21, 2014 @ 1:59 pm Updated Aug 21, 2014 at 2:04 PM Article source: http://easton.wickedlocal.com/article/20140821/NEWS/140829008