Industry 4.0 presents manufacturers with near-countless new benefits. Like previous industrial revolutions, it's both improving manufacturing and introducing an entirely new way of doing things. The factory of tomorrow will be a connected one, bringing the Internet of Things (IoT) to everything, including air compressors. It's clear how Industry 4.0 can improve machines like … [Read more...] about Industry 4.0 Brings More Control to Compressed Air
The Stable Genius and the Corona Virus
There are a large number of Americans who view President Trump as the avatar of the truth in our nation. What he says is like the word of God and should be accepted by all. This is unfortunate for the country, since his leadership has resulted in the complete mishandling of the corona virus outbreak. But Trump’s followers either do not follow him closely or are partially deaf, … [Read more...] about The Stable Genius and the Corona Virus
UN says 1.5 billion children face severe damage from Covid-19 measures
President Donald Trump’s attacks on the World Health Organization and the United Nations are particularly graceless amid loud alarm bells about the damage Covid-19 is inflicting on more than 1.5 billion children and youth around the world. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres raised a new alert today to protect children from more damage by Covid-19 pandemic measures … [Read more...] about UN says 1.5 billion children face severe damage from Covid-19 measures
SIX REASONS WHY UNCLE JOE IS WELL POSITIONED TO TOPPLE TRUMP
Democrats have entered the hand-wringing phase of the election season, fretting about Joe Biden and poised to leap from their windows. I’ve been around this game long enough to tell you that this happens every time with every nominee. Everyone needs to chill. We’re all stuck at home anyway, so there’s no reason not to. Assuming that the November balloting takes place (it’s … [Read more...] about SIX REASONS WHY UNCLE JOE IS WELL POSITIONED TO TOPPLE TRUMP
The Evolving Saga of the USS Theodore Roosevelt
This is how it all started: January 17: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71, or TR), a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, departs Naval Base San Diego with 4,865 sailors aboard and Capt. Brett Crozier in command. TR sails in company with its strike group on a deployment to the western Pacific region This is where the story stood, in human terms, on April … [Read more...] about The Evolving Saga of the USS Theodore Roosevelt
Trump to ease lockdown, saying virus cases have ‘passed peak’
Washington (AFP) - President Donald Trump vowed to unveil plans Thursday to reopen the world's top economy, following cautious moves in Europe, claiming the US had "passed the peak" of the coronavirus crisis despite a record daily death toll.Since emerging in China late last year, the pandemic has turned the world upside down, forcing half of humanity indoors and catapulting … [Read more...] about Trump to ease lockdown, saying virus cases have ‘passed peak’
Helping Children’s Emotions Through COVID19
On Tuesday, September 11, 2001 the nation was shocked by the news of a terrorist attack on the United States. Two airliners crashed into the World Trade Center and one struck the Pentagon. At the site of the World Trade Center in New York City, 2, 753 people were killed. On Monday, January 21, 2020, the first case of COVID-19 was confirmed in the United States. As of April … [Read more...] about Helping Children’s Emotions Through COVID19
King Donald (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)
Mike Peters is recognized as one of our nation’s most prominent cartoon artists for his outstanding work as both a political and comic strip cartoonist. His favorite expression “WHAT A HOOT” certainly sums up his outlook on his life and work which are inexorably entwined. Mike’s warm, easygoing and zany demeanor is evidence that his personality matches his creative talents. As … [Read more...] about King Donald (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)
Black men can’t wear face masks and not expect negative reactions
I was chatting with a friend about how government officials now recommend that Americans don face masks in public to guard against the spread of the coronavirus.Since he was heading to a grocery store, I asked if he planned to wear one and he responded that he didn’t own one. Trying to be helpful, I suggested he find an old bandanna and tie it around his face, to which he said, … [Read more...] about Black men can’t wear face masks and not expect negative reactions
Trump attack on WHO rocks global efforts to unite against virus
Geneva (AFP) - Global efforts to join forces against the coronavirus faltered Wednesday after Donald Trump froze funding for the World Health Organization, igniting a chorus of criticism from world leaders who urged solidarity in the face of a crippling economic crisis.The US president's shock move came as a patchwork of countries experiment with loosening lockdown measures, … [Read more...] about Trump attack on WHO rocks global efforts to unite against virus
Radical changes caused by Covid-19 will also hold journalists to account in democracies
The unprecedented upheavals to daily life caused by the myriad uncertainties inherent in Covid-19 have triggered torrents of confusion, discriminatory behavior, bigotry and selfishness everywhere. These deplorable trends are being magnified by the politics injected by leaders in many countries, including the United States, who are trying to look like grand wartime … [Read more...] about Radical changes caused by Covid-19 will also hold journalists to account in democracies
Happiness Even Now
The Dalai Lama wrote that “Happiness is determined more by one's state of mind than by external events.” Even during this time of so many conflicting reports of when this shelter-at-home, financial strain, will end? Even with so many people dying, alone in hospitals, and with no real cure for this pandemic, yet? We’re supposed to be happy? What, is it our birthright? In the … [Read more...] about Happiness Even Now
Terrorists, militants and criminal gangs join the fight against the coronavirus
Members of an arm of Hezbollah spray disinfectant in a Beirut neighborhood to fight the spread of the coronavirus. AP Photo/Bilal Hussein Jori Breslawski, University of Maryland The favelas of Rio de Janeiro are a toxic mix of tight quarters, few if any health services and little clean water for residents to wash their hands. In these conditions … [Read more...] about Terrorists, militants and criminal gangs join the fight against the coronavirus
MAGA Hypnotist (Animated Editorial Cartoon)
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Barack Obama Endorses Joe Biden (Full Video)
It was not unexpected. But as reports how reveal former President Barack Obama's behind-the-scenes in wrapping the party up and trying to foster unity, Obama has now formally endorsed former Vice President Joe Biden in Biden's campaign against President Donald Trump. Previous reports suggest Obama tends to be highly active and outspoken in the 2020 Presidential race. Here's … [Read more...] about Barack Obama Endorses Joe Biden (Full Video)
Holocaust memorial sites fight new threat from far right
Berlin (AFP) - From swastikas sprayed on the walls to Hitler salute selfies, far-right provocations are a growing problem at the sites of former Nazi concentration camps in Germany.Museum directors have sounded the alarm over a spike in incidents, which include visitors writing messages of Holocaust denial in the guestbook and challenging tour guides on the facts of the … [Read more...] about Holocaust memorial sites fight new threat from far right
S.M.I.L.E. Through Your Pain and Sorrow
Is there anything more contagious than…laughter? Some believe COVID19 is far more communicable, though when it comes to transmitting something healthy, laughter’s got it beat. It’s been said, though admittedly some question the accuracy of this number, that toddlers laugh more than 300-400 times a day, while the average adult manages about 20 chuckles each day. What’s happened … [Read more...] about S.M.I.L.E. Through Your Pain and Sorrow
Journalists are recognizing they’re writing a rough draft of history – and can’t say definitively “that’s the way it is”
Experts’ advice on wearing facemasks has changed; how does the press cover that? Getty/ Alex Potemkin Kevin M. Lerner, Marist College On April 4, a Los Angeles Times story about the varying effects of the novel coronavirus contained a remarkable paragraph: “One thing to keep in mind before we continue: It is possible that the information you read … [Read more...] about Journalists are recognizing they’re writing a rough draft of history – and can’t say definitively “that’s the way it is”
A ventriloquist gets a mask made out of a bra (VIDEO)
They're making masks out of all kinds of things, including bras: FOOTNOTE: Entertainers among others are being decimated by the coronavirus shut down. Shows through July or later are being cancelled. If you like this video please DO a)click on the You Tube video and leave a thumbs up and/or b)share the You Tube with others via a link to the You Tube video. You can also … [Read more...] about A ventriloquist gets a mask made out of a bra (VIDEO)
Entering the Enchantment of Spring
Last night there was a big, gorgeous full moon known as the Hare Moon. There are myths and stories about the rabbit and the moon in the Far East and in Native American cultures. If you look at the moon, you may see the image of a rabbit on the surface. In almost all of the stories, the rabbit sacrifices her life for another being and her reward is to appear on the moon for all … [Read more...] about Entering the Enchantment of Spring