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Monthly Archives: April 2016
If only health care had Henry Ford
By chance last week I tuned in to a TV newscast as the announcer said, “A study has concluded 30 per cent of MRIs contribute nothing to the treatment of a patient.” I was stunned. An MRI (or magnetic resonance … Continue reading
If only health care had Henry Ford
By chance last week I tuned in to a TV newscast as the announcer said, “A study has concluded 30 per cent of MRIs contribute nothing to the treatment of a patient.” I was stunned. An MRI (or magnetic resonance … Continue reading
Drone enthusiasts soar to new heights
It was the demonstration of three Chroma Camera Drones that caused a soft, almost soothing humming noise at the Central Florida Fairgrounds Saturday. The camera drones, manufactured by Horizon Hobby, buzzed overhead, taking “dronies” — the drone version of a … Continue reading
Alcoa (AA) Buckles Up for Q1: Another Earnings Beat Coming?
Alcoa (AA – Analyst Report) is gearing up to release its first-quarter 2016 results after the close on Apr 11. In the last quarter, the New York-based aluminum giant swung to a loss on a reported basis, hurt by charges … Continue reading
Are drones really dangerous to airplanes
Imagine boarding a plane. Economy class. There’s a kid behind you kicking the seat. You put on headphones and try to tune out the world. Immediately after takeoff, you feel a thud and hear an explosion over the sound of … Continue reading
Dietary changes shaped the evolutionary paths of pro humans – Stamford Daily Science
Australopithecus sediba did not have the jaw and tooth structure required for a diet of hard foods. Most of australopiths were having adaptations in their jaws, teeth and faces that allowed them to process foods that were difficult to chew. … Continue reading
Richard Denison made history, helped preserve it
A childhood fascination with airplanes and trains led Richard Denison to join the U.S. Army Air Forces as a navigator during World War II and later to a civilian career devoted to preserving railroad history. Denison was aboard a “Gooney … Continue reading