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The latest news in space and technology.

Mass Migrations and what it means for us as humans.

Yes, we are currently experiencing mass migrations, influenced by several key factors:

  • Climate Change: As climate change affects living conditions, food security, and resource availability, it acts as a significant driver for migration. People are moving from areas that are becoming uninhabitable due to rising sea levels, extreme weather events, or desertification.
  • Conflict: Ongoing conflicts around the world continue to displace millions, seeking safety and stability elsewhere. This not only includes war-torn regions but also areas where political instability and violence are prevalent.
  • Demographic Shifts: Aging populations in higher-income countries and a younger, growing population in lower-income countries contribute to migration. Countries with labor shortages might see immigration as a solution to sustain their economies and support aging populations.
  • Economic Disparities: The search for better economic opportunities remains a primary motive for migration. The disparity in economic development between regions motivates people to move where jobs or better wages are available.

The implications of mass migrations for humans are multifaceted:

  • Economic Impact: Migration can lead to a workforce boost in destination countries, potentially driving economic growth through increased labor supply and demand for goods and services. However, if not managed well, it can also lead to increased competition for jobs, potentially driving down wages or increasing unemployment in certain sectors.
  • Cultural Diversity: Mass migrations bring cultural exchanges which can enrich societies but can also lead to cultural tensions if integration and understanding do not keep pace with the influx of new cultures.
  • Social Services and Infrastructure: Rapid population increases due to immigration can strain public services like healthcare, education, and housing, leading to higher costs and shortages. This can affect birth rates as well, as seen in discussions on platforms like X, where housing affordability impacts family planning.
  • Political Impact: Migration often becomes a central issue in politics, leading to polarized views. Some see it as beneficial for diversity and economic reasons, while others view it as a threat to national identity or security.
  • Health and Public Safety: As noted in some X posts, the concentration of people from diverse regions can potentially lead to health challenges, including the spread of diseases, especially if living conditions are poor.
  • Human Rights and Security: For migrants, the journey can be perilous, and their rights might be at risk if host countries do not have adequate policies for integration or protection. There’s also the issue of brain drain from source countries, potentially hampering their development.
  • Global Cooperation: The phenomenon underscores the need for international policies and cooperation to manage migration flows humanely and effectively, ensuring that migration benefits both the migrants and the host countries.

The discussion around mass migration often revolves around how it’s managed. Effective integration policies, international cooperation, and addressing the root causes like conflict and climate change can make migration a beneficial process for global development rather than a point of contention. However, current sentiment, as reflected in various platforms including X, shows a mix of economic concerns, cultural anxieties, and humanitarian considerations.

Google Partner 1.9.15

Today I received a Google Partners Connect hosting kit in the mail for a meeting with current and potential clients Monday. In the box are Google branded pens

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Journals

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Chromecast

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Plus a Starbucks Gift card for tea and biscuits!

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TWISMinion Hangout – September 4, 2014

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TWISMinion Science Island 9.4.14


1 – Quantum control of molecules for ultra-fast computers: Single laser stops molecular tumbling motion instantly.

2 – Time Travel Simulation Resolves “Grandfather Paradox”.

3 – Global warming: How rising alpine vegetation could hit California water supply.

4 – What would our homes look like if designed around how we use them?

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5 – Cheer up! 5 trends from the past 10 years that should make you happy!

6 – Early cerebellum injury hinders neural development, find possible root of autism.

7 – Investigational drug poised to change cardiology.

8 – Scientist discover how to “switch off” autoimmune diseases.

9 – Ebola drug trials set to begin amid crisis.

Vegetable gets mail.

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Historic First

What arrived on the desk a few days ago could be a historic first for mankind and comunication with other forms of life possibly orbiting our planet right now! Let us not forget the dangerous times we live in as we digest this ground breaking news. I was contacted recently regarding an unusual letter that was addressed to a leafy friend of mine NASAVeggie.

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Immediately thoughts began sprouting up in my mind. Who would even conceive of writing a letter to a head or multiple heads of lettuce? Would Veggie understand what the writer was trying to convey? Veggie has been under a lot of pressure lately with competition outside the hull plus the Russians are eating at such an aggressive rate! Is this safe?  What would you lettuce say?

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Turns out this letter was to thank NASAVeggie for supporting a security company that recently put out an amazing new product called Clef.  More about Clef can be found on their web site GetClef.com.  Veggie was surprisingly short on words when asked about the new application that aims to help WordPress users to stop typing passwords, pharm there but I can tell you as someone who runs multiple websites it is a God send!

NASAVeggie Loves Stickers!

Thanks Clef!

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 Do we live in a 2-D hologram?

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Einsteins Thought Experiments

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1 – Do we live in a 2-D Universe?

http://www.fnal.gov/pub/presspass/press_releases/2014/2-D-Hologram-20140826.html

2 – Will the next war with Canada be a fight over water?

http://www.treehugger.com/clean-water/will-next-war-canada-be-fight-over-water.html

3 – The Differences Between The Diseases We Donate To, And The Diseases That Kill Us

http://www.iflscience.com/health-and-medicine/infographic-shows-differences-between-diseases-we-donate-and-diseases-kill-us

4 – Climate change could see dengue fever come to Europe

https://www.uea.ac.uk/mac/comm/media/press/2014/August/climate-change-dengue

5 – Brazil considers transgenic trees. Genetically modified eucalyptus could be a global test case.

http://www.nature.com/news/brazil-considers-transgenic-trees-1.15769

6 – Entangled photons make a picture from a paradox. Quantum imaging outlines objects with light that does not interact with them.

http://www.nature.com/news/entangled-photons-make-a-picture-from-a-paradox-1.15781

7 – Long-sought neutrinos answer burning question about the Sun

http://www.nature.com/news/long-sought-neutrinos-answer-burning-question-about-the-sun-1.15779

8 – New prosthetic leg. Implant attached to bone in pioneering technique that helps prevent infection and discomfort.

http://www.theguardian.com/science/2014/aug/26/amputee-hails-pioneering-prosthetic-leg-artificial-limb