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In AI Superpowers, Kai-fu Lee argues powerfully that because of these unprecedented developments in AI, dramatic changes will be happening much sooner than many of us expected. Indeed, as the US-Sino AI competition begins to heat up, Lee urges the US and China to both accept and to embrace the great responsibilities that come with significant technological power.

"This is the most important book on Silicon Valley I've read in two decades. It will take us all back to our roots in the counterculture, and will remind us of the true nature of the innovation process, before we tried to tame it with slogans and buzzwords." -- Po Bronson, #1 New York Times...

""Once in a while you find a book that stuns you. Its scope leaves you breathless. This is such a book."" — John White, San Francisco Chronicle Explore the inner world of plants and its fascinating relation to mankind, as uncovered by the latest discoveries of science. In this truly...

A WALL STREET JOURNAL TOP 10 BOOK OF 2025 ALSO NAMED A BEST BOOK OF 2025 BY THE NEW YORKER AND THE NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY "Valley of Forgetting reminds us that scientific progress is measured not only in breakthroughs but also through the sacrifices people make, the trust that is built. It is a...

The St. Croix River is a 169-mile ribbon of blue that cleaves the land between Minnesota and Wisconsin. Exploring the St. Croix River Valley provides a tour of the St. Croix Riverway and its 8,000-square-mile watershed. Environmental educator Angie Hong recommends specific places to explore the varied habitats and shows us myriad ways to get out and enjoy by hiking, paddling, biking, skiing, fishing, and more.

Dive into the rich and fascinating history of the Mohawk Valley in upper New York State, exploring the period from 1609 to 1780. This captivating narrative focuses on the region between Schenectady and Rome, NY, shedding light on the lives and cultures of the Mohawks, Iroquois, Huron, and Mohicans, as well as the influences of French and Dutch settlers. The narrator is committed to delivering an authentic experience, making a sincere effort to pronounce the many names featured in this historical journey. (Summary by Roger Melin)

After a nearly fatal bout of appendicitis, Hal Borland decided to leave the city behind and move with his wife to a farmhouse in rural Connecticut. Their new home on one hundred acres inspired Borland to return to nature. In this masterpiece of American nature writing, he describes such wonders as the peace of a sky full of stars, the breathless beauty of blossoming plants, the way rain swishes as it hits a river, and the invigorating renewal brought by the changing seasons. The delights of nature as Borland observes them seem boundless, and his sense of awe is contagious.

The Valley of Fear by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Receiving a mysterious cypher message from a Fred Porlock, apparent agent of the infamous Professor Moriarty, Holmes and Watson set about deciphering the message, taking them into the mysterious murder of John Douglas. The connection between the murder and the message from Porlock creates the basis for this new Sherlock mystery, the last novel written by Doyle featuring the famous detective.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-valley-of-fear-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle--6728367/support.

Embark on a historical journey through the early narratives of the discovery and exploration of the Mississippi Valley. This podcast brings to life Marquettes authentic maps and voyages as they were originally documented. Listen to the stories of the missionaries who accompanied La Salle on his expedition, previously unpublished and now accessible for the first time. This detailed study of the life of Marquette and the exploration itself is the culmination of years of research into early Spanish and French sources, many of which have never before been publicly explored.

In diesem Podcast geht es um Kreislaufwirtschaft / Circular Economy. Vertreterinnen und Vertreter aus dem Circular Valley Umfeld kommen zu Wort und berichten von Herausforderungen und Errungenschaften der Kreislaufwirtschaft. Euch erwarten hochkarätige Interviewgäste, interessante Einblicke in Unternehmen und Prozesse der Kreislaufwirtschaft sowie Wissenswertes und praktische Tipps für Wirtschaft, Privatpersonen und Institutionen. Die Episoden erscheinen 14-täglich. Moderation: Philipp Ketteler. Mehr Infos zum Podcast unter https://www.circular-valley.org/ podcast Fragen und Anregungen an ...

Podcast de Diari de Girona i l'agència de comunicació digital La Factoria en el qual Eduard Batlle parla amb diferents protagonistes sobre idees, innovació, talent i emprenedoria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to exciting, non-technical talks on some of the most interesting developments in astronomy and space science. Founded in 1999, the Silicon Valley Astronomy Lectures are presented on six Wednesday evenings during each school year at Foothill College, in the heart of California's Silicon Valley. Speakers include a wide range of noted scientists, explaining astronomical developments in everyday language. The series is organized and moderated by Foothill's astronomy instructor emeritus Andrew Fraknoi and jointly sponsored by the Foothill College Physical Science, Math, and Engineering ...

Free Range Valley shares stories rooted in regenerative living, while touching on just about everything else. This eclectic show takes a deep dive into topics from sustainability to organic gardening to anthropology, in the Shenandoah Valley and beyond. Join us for free-ranging conversations to educate and inspire. Hosted by Ryan Blosser. Produced by Katie Garrett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the heart of the Mojave Desert, where the sun's relentless rays paint the landscape in hues of gold and amber, lies a realm of unimaginable beauty and astonishing extremes - Death Valley National Park. Straddling the border between California and Nevada, this vast expanse of wilderness is a testament to the awe-inspiring power and resilience of nature itself. It is a place where the very forces that have shaped our planet over countless millennia are laid bare, where the Earth's crust has been rent asunder and sculpted into a landscape of breathtaking contrasts and startling beauty. As we ...

The Power of Dreams tells the story of a couple, already in their 40s, who uprooted themselves from urban life to follow their dream of living in the wilderness. They settled in a remote mountain valley called Precipice Valley, part of the ancient trade route linking B.C.’s Chilcotin plateau to the Pacific Coast. These are the stories of how the two of them designed and hand-built a solar-powered, two-story post-and-beam house while learning to live off-grid and in harmony with nature.

Companies taking advantage of amazing new digital technologies dominate our list of 50 Smartest Companies. But despite impressive advances in artificial intelligence and automation, the economy remains in a troubling slowdown.

On Friday, January 8, several high-level officials from the Obama administration met at a federal office in San Jose with senior executives from Facebook, Twitter, Microsoft, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Apple. On the agenda for the discussion, according to a one-page memo widely leaked to the press, was this question: “How can we make it harder for terrorists to [use] the Internet to recruit, radicalize, and mobilize followers to violence?”

Join host and producer, Soleil Gaylord, on Telluride KOTO Radio ”Voices of the Valley Floor-a and Fauna,” and enjoy a nature almanac detailing natural history intrigues of the flora and fauna inhabiting the valley floor, the San Miguel watershed and Colorado. From wolf reintroduction to otter spotting, to bear hibernation or the the mysteries of the fall aspen colors Voices of the Valley Floor-a and Fauna delves into the scientific beauty found in the Telluride region. Support for this show is provided by KOTO Radio and Telluride Arts District‘s Small Grants for Artists.

Welcome to Unhoused, a podcast where we explore the changing face of homelessness in the Bega Valley, the levels of awareness in the community and the kinds of assistance available to those experiencing difficulties with housing. In later episodes we will also explore some of the housing strategies that are on the table and those being implemented for our community.

The Okanagan Valley of the southern interior of British Columbia has been shaped by fire for millennia: by cultural burning by First Nations communities, by lightning fires, and by patterns of settler-colonial burning and fire suppression. In the wake of large and severe wildfire seasons and predictions of worsening wildfires fueled by climate change, there are calls for both interdisciplinary problem-solving among fire experts and for more public engagement to transform how we live with fire in British Columbia. Understanding the history of fire in this place can contribute to better fire use...