Monthly Archives: January 2019

Technology, Ranked

FirstsThis week we’re taking a look at first things, early things, and—for better or worse—things that are #1.   The world is filled with amazing technologies, many that are so old we don’t even think of them as technologies at all. … Continue reading

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Boeing 777X: The new flagship plane is nearly ready to fly

While most planes look much the same to harried air travellers, early in 2019 Boeing’s newest jet may manage to catch and arrest even the casual eye. Passengers about to board will see its long, long carbon-fibre wings arc up … Continue reading

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Dr. Bruce Francis Caldwell | Obituaries

CLINTON — Dr. Bruce Francis Caldwell, 85, of 203-A Deer Track Trail, died at his home Saturday afternoon, Dec. 29, 2018, with his loving family by his side. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday Jan. 5, at noon, at … Continue reading

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MSI P65 Creator Review & Rating

When you think of MSI laptops, you probably think of the company’s gaming rigs, with its mobile workstations a distant second. The new P65 Creator ($2,099 as tested) is neither of those—it’s aimed at professionals in 2D design, 3D animation, … Continue reading

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How Ford’s Willow Run Assembly Plant Helped Win World War II

President Roosevelt stunned millions of listeners when he announced during a May 26, 1940, fireside chat that government must “harness the efficient machinery of America’s manufacturers” to produce 50,000 combat aircraft over the next 12 months to confront the “approaching … Continue reading

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Plane crash deaths rise in 2018 but accidents are still rare

Wreckage recovered from Lion Air flight JT610, that crashed into the sea, lies at Tanjung Priok port in Jakarta, Indonesia, October 29, 2018. Wreckage recovered from Lion Air flight JT610, that crashed into the sea, lies at Tanjung Priok port … Continue reading

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Billy B. Slaughter, age 82, of Temple died Wednesday

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