9 European Union nations pledge to turn the Mediterranean into a green energy hub

9 European Union nations pledge to turn the Mediterranean into a green energy hub

LARNACA, Cyprus — Officials from nine southern European Union member countries said Monday they’re focused on harnessing offshore wind and solar energy to try to turn the Mediterranean region into a renewable energy hub and stave off the risks of climate change. The energy ministers of Cyprus, Slovenia and Malta, Croatia’s economy minister as well … Read more

Two Friends Made An Unintelligent Chatbot

Two Friends Made An Unintelligent Chatbot

There are many reasons to be panicked about AI text generators like ChatGPT. The AI might allow students to cheat their way through AP exams. It might give you bad information about how compound interest works, like when CNET used AI to write SEO-friendly explainers on personal finance. It might try to seduce you and … Read more

RIP To My Favourite Tree

RIP To My Favourite Tree

I’ve been visiting the Royal Horticultural Society’s garden at Rosemoor in Devon, UK, for 20 years or more now. Over that time I’ve seen many changes, some grand and some subtle. Best of all I’ve been able to enjoy the sight of trees growing and maturing. On my very first visit I fell in love … Read more

Enhancing Smoothies with Garden Herbs

Enhancing Smoothies with Garden Herbs

Rosemary, sage, thyme, and basil surround a green smoothie. There are endless combinations of produce, grains, and nuts for creating smoothies for taste and for more purposeful uses; commonly touted smoothies are designed to detox, build the immune system, shed weight, clear skin and so forth. If you’ve ever wondered whether rosemary, basil and other … Read more