Poststruth2.curator in # science • 3 yr. ago • 1 min readConditions When the Universe Began- The Big BangPixabay When the Universe was a fraction of a second old, conditions within it were unthinkable. Particles that make up the atoms we are built from were assembled from a stew of quarks and strings. It's amazing to consider the conditions that predate us and the Universe at large. I am a science geek, and have spent hours with my head and…truth2.curator in # science • 3 yr. ago • 1 min readAI could accompany astronauts into spaceArtifical intelligence could accompany astronauts into the deepest regions of space. It's lonely and isolated in space, and astronauts may be accompanied into deep space on their missions by an AI computer. This is similar to HAL from the movie 2001: A Space Odyssey. I think it makes sense to add an AI and it could help out the crew if they…truth2.curator in # science • 3 yr. ago • 1 min readTwo Astronauts Dropped a ToolbagTwo astronauts on the International Space Station dropped a Toolbag after almost seven hours of intensive work. The Toolbag can be seen from Earth, and is now heading into the atmosphere. If it breaks below a certain altitude, it will enter Earth's atmosphere and burn up. What a crazy occurance! Source: Pixabay Imagetruth2.curator in # business • 3 yr. ago • 1 min readSelf-checkouts: Do they make business sense?Do self-checkouts in stores make business sense? They are there to reduce costs and the bottom line for businesses, but many problems exist. Patrons of the stores may scan the wrong price and item. There is a risk of theft from these stations, and the process is slow and arduous. Store chains may be reconsidering their installation and use…truth2.curator in # science • 3 yr. ago • 1 min readJames Webb Telescope Observes Bright Lights from Early GalaxiesA mystery surrounding the glow around galaxies formed a mere 500 million years after the Big Bang that gave birth to the Universe has been investigated using the James Webb Telescope. Reflecting light from neighborhood galaxies may be the reason for this phenomenon.truth2.curator in # r2cornell • 3 yr. ago • 1 min readThe Fascinating World of Honey Bees- Job SelectionYouTube, National Geographic video credit Bees make up a hive, and they all have a unique role to play. Imagine being programmed to do a job from birth- bees live this reality. The queen bee can choose genetically which sex and worker classes she needs in the hive. The queen holds sperm in her body and releases it in a certain method to…truth2.curator in # epistem • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readSolar-Powered Cars- A Major Breakthrough Raises PossibiliesSolar-Powered Cars- A Major Breakthrough Raises Possibilies Pixabay An interesting alternative-energy vehicle has been developed in Australia that could revolutionize the green-energy movement in transportation. Solar-power is the most common alternative energy solution. Recently, a solar-powered car in Australia called the Sunswift…truth2.curator in # epistem • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readChatGPT – Changing Writing Forever and Empowering BusinessesChatGPT – Changing Writing Forever and Empowering Businesses Pixabay ChatGPT is making the news and making waves worldwide. The chat bot artificial intelligence interface created by OpenAI Microsoft recently invested into OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT. This is in addition to their 2019 investment into OpenAI, and they are already…truth2.curator in # epistem • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readThe Smartphone as Mobile Health ClinicThe Smartphone as Mobile Health Clinic Pixabay As time goes by, the smartphone is becoming a major part of our lives. The smartphone is a connection hub, a commerce platform and is increasingly monitoring our health. Artificial intelligence (AI) and data analysis using inputs from phone sensors and cameras can help identify health…truth2.curator in # epistem • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readCongress’ Denial of VR Headset Purchase for Army could lead to InnovationPixabay Congress’ Denial of VR Headset Purchase for Army could lead to Innovation Congress has denied a $400 million order of Microsoft’s HoloLens headsets due to physically disorienting usage symptoms. Users of the virtual reality (VR) goggles created under a contract that could have been worth $22 billion experienced negative…truth2.curator in # epistem • 4 yr. ago • 2 min readMeta- Pushing Through Skepticism Surrounding the MetaverseMeta- Pushing Through Skepticism Surrounding the Metaverse Pixabay Image Credit It’s not a secret that the metaverse is something that has faced scrutiny as of late. Meta, the company most associated with the metaverse by the public and business community has taken a large loss this year, and layoffs have been severe. Despite the…truth2.curator in # epistem • 4 yr. ago • 3 min readMeta is Working to Increase Metaverse Usage in AfricaPixabay Image Credit Meta is Working to Increase Metaverse Usage in Africa Meta is in the business of expanding access to the metaverse. Meta and other large companies have been focusing on education and adoption of metaverse applications, and Africa is of particular importance in the development of these technologies. Since the average…truth2.curator in # life • 4 yr. ago • 3 min readTime or Money? My DilemaPixabay Image Credit Time or Money? My Dilema In today's world everything is expensive. The classic trade-off is time for money. We live in a time that is changing, but the battle for resources is as old as time. One must expend energy to get the resources needed to thrive. There are lots of pros and cons to the argument. The classic…truth2.curator in # life • 4 yr. ago • 3 min readMaking friends after 40- it's a strugglePixabay Image Credit Making friends after 40- it's a struggle As a 40 something your old male, it is definitely hard to make new friends. In my twenties I had boundless time and exposure to others that made making friends easy. making friends in your forties is not impossible but it is hard and it can be done using the same formula that we…truth2.curator in # gardening • 4 yr. ago • 1 min readEggplant BountyEggplant Bounty Look at this garden bounty! This all came from some eggplant seeds we planted. Eggplants are perennials and are a high-calorie meat substitute. All this came from mature plants and one seed packet. Make sure to harvest them as soon as they are ready, or they will sap the plant of energy to produce. I am happy with…truth2.curator in # finance • 4 yr. ago • 3 min readInflation is insidiousInflation is insidious Pixabay Image Credit Inflation rots a country from the inside out. Inflation is the consequence of economic mismanagement. Inflation hurts the poor and middle classes and sows the seeds of nefarious revolution. As someone who has been impacted by inflation, I am very concerned about the future of our country.…truth2.curator in # blog • 4 yr. ago • 2 min readMy Daily Blog- December 9thMy Daily Blog- December 9th I wanted to continue my daily blogging and begin with a beautiful sunset photo. I love capturing a sunset. As I mentioned yesterday this was a really long week. I've been going through some medical issues and also some house maintenance issues as well. I'm scheduled to get my teeth fixed next week which I'm…truth2.curator in # life • 4 yr. ago • 4 min readNot Everyone will Like You- My Journey to RespectabilityPixabay Image Credit Not Everyone will Like You- My Journey to Respectability Growing up, it was heavily emphasized that being liked was very important. As a child, I made sure to impress my parents and put a lot of energy into making friends. From primary school through my 20s, I pursued social validation and that changed when I realized I…truth2.curator in # cryptocurrency • 4 yr. ago • 1 min readSBF FTX MemeSBF FTX Meme All meme images generated from Imgflip at the link below: I have watched a ton of SBF interviews and videos on YouTube about the fall of FTX. Sounds dire. Sad for those who lost in this. Never investing in centralized finance. Posted on Hive and Steemit and Blurt under truth2.curatortruth2.curator in # blog • 4 yr. ago • 2 min readMy Daily Blog- December 8thMy Daily Blog- December 8th I figured I would start a daily log of my activities and life. I have been meaning to do this, and will continue into 2023. Today was a bit of a challenge. I was unable to get my phone to take a picture to publish for this log, bit expect this going forward. I cannot believe that 2022 is almost over. Three…