Tag Archives: technology

Professor Albert Einstein’s Advice for 2026

Posted on January 1, 2026 by mitchteemley

Professor Albert Einstein’s Advice for 2026 Albert Einstein needs no introduction. Not only is he the veritable icon for the word “genius,” he’s also one of the most quoted (and misquoted) people on earth. We’re entering the most rapid and … Continue reading →

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Here’s Why We’re Fascinated by Robots

Posted on July 19, 2025 by mitchteemley

The idea of creating imitations of ourselves has always fascinated us humans. In Greek mythology, the sculptor Pygmalion brought his statue Galatea to life. Ancient Chinese scholar Daoxuan spoke of creating “metallic people” to weep when the Buddha died. The … Continue reading →

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Help, I’m Being WordPress Supressed!

Posted on November 18, 2024 by mitchteemley

Thought for the Week Dear blogger friends, I need your help! (And this may just help you too.) My blog is collapsing! Unless the cause (likely some algorithmic glitch) is repaired, this site will drop from 14,000 subscribers to zero! And, … Continue reading →

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The Future of the Human Race–2021 Edition

Posted on January 7, 2021 by mitchteemley

Life as we know it is nearly over. Seriously. Not because of the in-progress worldwide pandemic or political upheaval, but because of what’s been happening in labs and human culture for the last several decades. I first published this prognosis … Continue reading →

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“Alexa, will you please forgive us?”

Posted on June 19, 2019 by mitchteemley

My Featured Blogger this week is Phillip Mullins of the oddly named blog site Phillip Mullins. Actually, Phillip, does have a theme: it’s science, technology (he formerly called his site “Second Rate Scientist”), family, kids, faith, life and… Well, OK, … Continue reading →

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