Daily Archives: October 25, 2012

The History and Future of Satellite Communications

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Rashid Faridi

Guest Post by Philip J Reed on behalf of WildBlue Satellites help form the foundation of the global telecommunications network comprising telephone, television, and Internet services. They allow anyone in any location to pick up a cell phone and dial … Continue reading →

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Vertical Farming:Agriculture of Future

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Rashid Faridi

The Problem By the year 2050, nearly 80% of the earth’s population will reside in urban centers. Applying the most conservative estimates to current demographic trends, the human population will increase by about 3 billion people during the interim. An … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 25, 2012 by Rashid Faridi

THE DIRT While the architecture of the London Olympic games certainly won the U.K. a lot of press, there seemed to be a real dearth of coverage on the Games’ highly successful landscape architecture. Nearly 250 acres were turned into a spectacular setting. According … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 25, 2012 by Rashid Faridi

Echoes in the Mist   Quang Thien bounds across the grass of Animals Asia’s sanctuary in Vietnam. Authorities were able to confiscate her from a bile bear farm because she had not been microchipped, which is required by law.  Her … Continue reading →

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