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I’ve visited his grave in Chicago.
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The message carved by John F. Kennedy on the coconut shell read: "NAURO ISL… COMMANDER… NATIVE KNOWS POS'IT… HE CAN PILOT… 11 ALIVE… NEED SMALL BOAT… KENNEDY," conveying that an island native knew their location, could guide them, there were 11 survivors needing rescue, and they required a small boat. Kennedy carved this note in 1943, which two Solomon Islanders carried to Allied coast watchers, leading to the rescue of Kennedy and his PT-109 crew after their boat was sunk by a Japanese destroyer.
Details of the Message:
- NAURO ISL: Identifies the nearby island.
- COMMANDER: Refers to the coast watcher or allied commander.
- NATIVE KNOWS POS'IT: A local islander knew their position.
- HE CAN PILOT: The native could guide them.
- 11 ALIVE: Confirms the number of survivors.
- NEED SMALL BOAT: A request for rescue.
- KENNEDY: Signature of the PT boat commander.
I love him!
I might watch What About Bob? tonight lol
Looks like this is BS. Cannot verify or find anything on this other than on FB. Will delete after yall have a chance to see this.
NETHERLANDS UNVEILS TRANSPARENT ROTATING WIND TOWERS THAT GENERATE POWER SILENTLY WHILE PROTECTING BIRDS
The Netherlands has once again positioned itself at the forefront of renewable innovation by unveiling a new generation of transparent, rotating wind towers that look more like futuristic sculptures than traditional turbines. Unlike conventional windmills with large spinning blades, these towers rotate smoothly in a full 360-degree motion, capturing wind energy without producing noise or posing risks to wildlife.
Instead of blades, the system works by compressing air as wind flows through the structure. This compressed air is then converted into usable electricity, offering a cleaner and quieter alternative to standard wind power. With no exposed rotating arms, the towers eliminate one of the biggest criticisms of wind energy—harm to birds and bats—making them especially suitable for urban and environmentally sensitive areas.
One of the most striking features of these towers is their LED light rings. The lights glow and change intensity based on wind speed, turning invisible air movement into a visible display of renewable energy in action. Beyond aesthetics, this feature helps raise public awareness of clean energy while blending seamlessly into modern city landscapes.
Because the towers operate in complete silence, they can be installed near homes, parks, and public spaces without causing disturbance. Their transparent design reduces visual clutter, addressing another common concern associated with traditional wind farms.
This innovation represents a shift in how renewable infrastructure is perceived—not as an intrusion, but as an integrated part of everyday life. By combining efficiency, safety, sustainability, and design, the Netherlands is showing how clean energy solutions can be both functional and beautiful.
As cities worldwide search for smarter ways to transition to renewable power, these silent, bird-safe wind towers may point the way toward a future where clean energy is not only effective, but also harmonious with nature and urban living.
NETHERLANDS UNVEILS TRANSPARENT ROTATING WIND TOWERS THAT GENERATE POWER SILENTLY WHILE PROTECTING BIRDS
The Netherlands has once again positioned itself at the forefront of renewable innovation by unveiling a new generation of transparent, rotating wind towers that look more like futuristic sculptures than traditional turbines. Unlike conventional windmills with large spinning blades, these towers rotate smoothly in a full 360-degree motion, capturing wind energy without producing noise or posing risks to wildlife.
Instead of blades, the system works by compressing air as wind flows through the structure. This compressed air is then converted into usable electricity, offering a cleaner and quieter alternative to standard wind power. With no exposed rotating arms, the towers eliminate one of the biggest criticisms of wind energy—harm to birds and bats—making them especially suitable for urban and environmentally sensitive areas.
One of the most striking features of these towers is their LED light rings. The lights glow and change intensity based on wind speed, turning invisible air movement into a visible display of renewable energy in action. Beyond aesthetics, this feature helps raise public awareness of clean energy while blending seamlessly into modern city landscapes.
Because the towers operate in complete silence, they can be installed near homes, parks, and public spaces without causing disturbance. Their transparent design reduces visual clutter, addressing another common concern associated with traditional wind farms.
This innovation represents a shift in how renewable infrastructure is perceived—not as an intrusion, but as an integrated part of everyday life. By combining efficiency, safety, sustainability, and design, the Netherlands is showing how clean energy solutions can be both functional and beautiful.
As cities worldwide search for smarter ways to transition to renewable power, these silent, bird-safe wind towers may point the way toward a future where clean energy is not only effective, but also harmonious with nature and urban living.
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On 21 February 1804 the world’s first-ever railway journey ran nine miles from ironworks at Penydarren to the Merthyr–Cardiff Canal in south Wales.