Category Archives: technology

A new report found that renewables will officially surpass coal in energy production next year

Posted on July 22, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. Global electricity demand is rising at its fastest rate in two decades, but solar is on course to meet half of demand growth, says the IEA. Global electricity demand is forecast to grow by around 4% … Continue reading →

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How Musk’s Starlink became a security liability for the U.S.

Posted on September 15, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Here on Earth, the satellites that make up Starlink look like a string of stars traveling across the night sky. More than 4,000 of them are circling Earth in low orbit right now. They’re part of the private venture that’s … Continue reading →

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Digital Ageism

Posted on June 10, 2023 by Jim deMaine

By Lisa Napoli in Next Avenue – thanks to Mary M.  My cell phone started ringing just as I turned the key in my front door. George, my dear friend and neighbor in downtown Los Angeles, was calling. We had just … Continue reading →

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Q&A: WA AG Ferguson on Google antitrust case, local news

Posted on April 12, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Diana C.  By Brier Dudley – Seattle Times Free Press editor Helping save local journalism in Washington state is a priority for Attorney General Bob Ferguson. That’s partly why he joined eight other state attorneys general and the U.S. … Continue reading →

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The new electric Mercedes runs on AA batteries!

Posted on February 28, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Janet H.

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New technology is changing the driving experience

Posted on February 28, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary M. If you have a newer vehicle, just how does all that new technology really work for you? Check out the AARP offerings below. AARP just announced Smart DriverTEK, a free Zoom-based workshop re new vehicle safety technology. … Continue reading →

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Facebook knows you

Posted on November 19, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P.

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Hearing Aids for the Masses

Posted on April 19, 2021 by Jim deMaine

by Shira Ovide in the NYT Today, let’s talk about relatively simple technology and a change in government policy that could unleash more innovation for Americans who have difficulty hearing. I’ve been speaking with audiologists, consumer advocates and technology companies … Continue reading →

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Pilot I’d fly with any day!

Posted on July 28, 2020 by Jim deMaine
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Strange curtain

Posted on July 15, 2020 by Jim deMaine
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30 facts about life in Japan

Posted on January 27, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Gordon G. Can we learn?

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Maybe we all need one

Posted on December 16, 2019 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sandy J. for sending this along. If Apple Watch Series 4 or later detects a hard fall, it can help connect you to emergency services if needed. If Apple Watch Series 4 or later detects a hard fall while you’re … Continue reading →

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