There’s another uproar brewing over the Snowden leaks that has Americans taking to social media voicing their disapproval. They’re classifying it in the same category as the privacy issues disclosed that surround the NSA spying on US citizens. This uproar is misguided as the actions taken in this regard are a complete 180 degree turn… Continue reading The US is right in its aggressive cyber-security efforts
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PlayStation 4: Is 12G Truly Necessary?
Technological advances in gaming show no signs of stopping. With that said, I understand the need for such things as RAM and storage space. In the case of the latter, if a video game console does not have enough of it, chances are that consumers are going to blow right past it. Seeing as how… Continue reading PlayStation 4: Is 12G Truly Necessary?
I always feel like somebody’s watching me – and they do it virtually
The social media explosion means that it’s easier than ever before to keep in touch with old friends and to hook up with some new ones at the same time. Sites such as Facebook and Twitter are great for sharing news too and the majority of users will happily head online to announce details of… Continue reading I always feel like somebody’s watching me – and they do it virtually
Wringing out a washcloth in space is the coolest thing you’ll see all day
Some would call it a slow news day. We call it an epic day for space, for Canada, and for science. Canadian Space Agency‘s Chris Hadfield has made a name for himself as being a combination of Bill Nye the Science Guy and Buck Rogers with his series of videos demonstrating things that so few… Continue reading Wringing out a washcloth in space is the coolest thing you’ll see all day
White nose syndrome: the mysterious bat fungus that threatens entire species, everyone else
We know what it is. We know what it does. We have an idea of how it’s being spread. Despite a large number of concerned scientists focused on white nose syndrome (WNS), the bat fungus that is spreading rapidly and that has a 95% mortality rate, we still don’t know how it started, how to… Continue reading White nose syndrome: the mysterious bat fungus that threatens entire species, everyone else
How a Canadian astronaut cuts his nails on the International Space Station
Things that we take for granted can be challenging in zero gravity. Take cutting your finger nails, for instance. It’s something that few people think about as a challenge. In space, they can be floating projectiles that end up in astronauts’ eyes, inhaled, or otherwise embedded where they do not belong. The answer – suction.… Continue reading How a Canadian astronaut cuts his nails on the International Space Station
Hurricane Sandy controlling the East Coast of North America
As of this morning reports from NOAA – The National Hurricane Center – has stated that what many are calling the Frankenstorm or Mammoth storm is now worsening, bringing more severe weather as it intensifies. “…SANDY NOW MOVING NORTH-NORTHWESTWARD AND ACCELERATING… …EXPECTED TO BRING LIFE-THREATENING STORM SURGE AND COASTAL HURRICANE WINDS PLUS HEAVY APPALACHIAN SNOWS…”
Netflix Goes North
Every comment thread on the internet that mentions Netflix abides by one simple rule: it must have that one Canadian guy or girl stating “oh man, you Americans are so lucky” or “WHEN IS THIS COMING TO CANADA???!!!??!!111”. This is one of those simple, unchanging facts about the web. Well now, annoying Canadian guy or… Continue reading Netflix Goes North
Canada Woos The US With Tweets
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HypOO2Tqs2o[/youtube] Canada is great. The meds are cheap, we’re easy on pot and we love beer. what’s not to like? But the Canadian Tourism Commission wants to really push this message in the US, and they’ve come up with a pretty innovative and cool way to do it. As the video shows, The CTC setup… Continue reading Canada Woos The US With Tweets
O (Geeky) Canada! The Great White North’s Contributions To Tech
Though it may not be a well-known date worldwide, July 1st is Canada Day! While technically speaking July 1st marks the 1867 signing of the British North America Act – which made Canada an independent country – it’s now an excuse to celebrate all things Canadian. So what’s to celebrate about Canada? Well, to a… Continue reading O (Geeky) Canada! The Great White North’s Contributions To Tech