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  Space's Hidden Forces - How Dark...

  Dirk Fallon

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  For centuries, humans have gazed up at the night sky in awe, wondering what lies beyond the stars. With the invention of powerful telescopes, astronomers began mapping galaxies, studying their motion, and uncovering patterns in how they moved through space. But something strange started to appear in the data. Galaxies were spinning in ways that defied the known laws of gravity. Based on what could be seen—the stars, dust, and gas—the galaxies should have been flying apart. The visible mass simply wasn’t enough to account for the gravitational pull holding everything together. This marked the beginning of a great cosmic mystery. 
  In the 1930s, Swiss-American astronomer Fritz Zwicky made one of the first observations that hinted at this invisible force. He studied a cluster of galaxies and noticed that they were moving too fast to be held together by the visible matter alone. He proposed the existence of “dunkle Materie,” or dark matter—an unknown substance that made up the missing mass. At the time, his ideas were largely ignored or dismissed as speculative. But in the decades that followed, more evidence began to emerge, and dark matter slowly gained credibility within the scientific community. 
  Fast forward to the 1970s, astronomer Vera Rubin provided some of the most convincing evidence that dark matter was real. By analyzing the rotation curves of spiral galaxies, she showed that stars far from the center of galaxies were moving just as quickly as those near the core. According to Newtonian physics, the stars on the edges should move slower, as the gravitational pull should weaken with distance from the center. But that wasn’t happening. Something unseen was holding these stars in orbit, acting like a glue that bound the galaxies together. This unseen substance, which does not emit, absorb, or reflect light, became known as dark matter.

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  Taming Silicon Valley - How We...

  Gary Marcus

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  On balance, will AI help humanity or harm it? AI could revolutionize science, medicine, and technology, and deliver us a world of abundance and better health. Or it could be a disaster, leading to the downfall of democracy, or even our extinction. In Taming Silicon Valley, Gary Marcus, one of the most trusted voices in AI, explains that we still have a choice. And that the decisions we make now about AI will shape our next century. In this powerful manifesto, Marcus explains how Big Tech is taking advantage of us, how AI could make things much worse, and, most importantly, what we can do to safeguard our democracy, our society, and our future. 
   
   
   
  Marcus explains the potential—and potential risks—of AI in the clearest possible terms and how Big Tech has effectively captured policymakers. He begins by laying out what is lacking in current AI, what the greatest risks of AI are, and how Big Tech has been playing both the public and the government, before digging into why the US government has thus far been ineffective at reining in Big Tech. He then offers real tools, including eight suggestions for what a coherent AI policy should look like—from data rights to layered AI oversight to meaningful tax reform—and closes with how ordinary citizens can push for what is so desperately needed. Taming Silicon Valley is a must-listen for every concerned citizen.

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  The Planet You Inherit - Letters...

  Larry L. Rasmussen

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  For the first time ever, love letters consciously written by elders of one geologic epoch to the young of another. 
   
   
   
  Our children's and grandchildren's generation will face a different world, one affected by climate instability, mass uncertainty, and breathtaking extinction. In fact, the next generation will face the reality that human activity is changing the planet from one geological epoch to another. 
   
   
   
  From this vantage point—two generations across two geological epochs facing a fundamentally changing planet—Larry Rasmussen writes to his grandchildren. As a grandfather invested in a green earth and climate justice as well as a scholar of faith-based earth ethics, Rasmussen bridges this gap between generations to write to the future about climate change, global citizenship, democracy, and legacy. In topics ranging from "A Viable Way of Life" and "Democracy" to "Where We've Come From" and "Who We Are Now," Rasmussen explores the large questions of justice, meaning, and faith, encouraging us to speak to and look to the future generation and their future world.

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  FAA part 107 : Your Guide to...

  Kellan Marchmont

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  FAA Part 107: Your Guide to Safe, Smart Flying 
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Guide & Explanations Included ⭐⭐ 
  Are you looking to advance your career and strengthen your expertise by passing the FAA Part 107 Exam? 
  Searching for a thorough guide that covers everything you need to succeed? 
  Your quest ends here! 
  This audiobook is your ultimate companion for expanding your knowledge, applying your skills, and engaging in practical exercises, all designed to ensure your success. 
  Updated for the 2024-2025 FAA Part 107 Exam Structure. 
  Key features of this enhanced guide: 
  - In-depth insights into the FAA Part 107 Certification 
  - Comprehensive explanation of Master Regulations for safe and successful flights 
  - Effective strategies for exam preparation and tackling the test 
  Our guide sets itself apart through its extensive coverage, which is critical for your success on the exam. Concepts are not merely touched upon; they are explored in detail. 
  Please note that this guide is an independent resource and is not endorsed by any official FAA entity. 
  Crafted with a clear structure and straightforward language, our FAA Part 107 Guide ensures seamless transitions between topics. Say farewell to complex jargon and embrace clear, precise, and technically accurate information. 
  So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and start your journey to success on the FAA Part 107 Exam! 
  Embark on your path to becoming a knowledgeable, skilled pilot today!

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  The Petroleum Papers - Inside...

  Geoff Dembicki

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  Burning fossil fuels will cause catastrophic global warming: this is what top American oil executives were told by scientists in 1959. But they ignored that warning. Instead, they developed one of the biggest, most polluting oil sources in the world—the oil sands in Alberta, Canada. As investigative journalist Geoff Dembicki reveals in this explosive book, the decades-long conspiracy to keep the oil sands flowing into the US would turn out to be one of the biggest reasons for the world's failure to stop the climate crisis. 
   
   
   
  In The Petroleum Papers, Dembicki draws from confidential oil industry documents to uncover for the first time how companies like Exxon, Koch Industries, and Shell built a global right-wing echo chamber to protect oil sands profits—a misinformation campaign that continues to this day. He also tells the high-stakes stories of people fighting back: a Seattle lawyer who brought down Big Tobacco and is now going after Big Oil, a Filipina activist whose family drowned in a climate disaster, and a former Exxon engineer pushed out for asking hard questions. 
   
   
   
  With experts now warning we have less than a decade to get global emissions under control, The Petroleum Papers provides a step-by-step account of how we got to this precipice—and the politicians and companies who deserve our blame.

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  Design Thinking - A...

  Et Tu Code

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  Unlock the power of design thinking! This comprehensive guide takes you on a journey to understand the fundamentals and applications of design thinking, a revolutionary approach to innovation and problem-solving. 
  Learn how to think creatively, empathize with users, and develop innovative solutions that meet their needs. Dive into real-world examples and case studies from various industries, including technology, healthcare, education, and more. 
  Explore the five stages of design thinking: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test. Discover how to: 
  * Develop a user-centered mindset 
  * Challenge assumptions and biases 
  * Foster collaboration and creativity 
  * Overcome obstacles and risks 
  * Measure success and iterate 
  Whether you're a designer, entrepreneur, or simply looking to innovate in your work or personal life, this book will provide you with the tools and knowledge to apply design thinking principles and bring your ideas to life.

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