A New Book: Are We Rome?

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A friend has gifted me with a new book: Are We Rome?: The Fall of an Empire and the Fate of America. . . . → Read More: A New Book: Are We Rome?

Viking Treasure in Britain and Other Gallimaufry

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The ancient objects come from as far afield as Afghanistan in the East and Ireland in the West, as well as Russia, Scandinavia and continental Europe…. Dr Jonathan Williams, keeper of prehistory in Europe at the British Museum, said: “[The cup] is beautifully decorated and was made in France or Germany at around AD900. . . . → Read More: Viking Treasure in Britain and Other Gallimaufry

Are You On Facebook?

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For an increasing number of people, that answer is yes. Facebook is an online social networking site that allows you to have a “profile” where you display contact and other information of interest that you want other people to see. . . . → Read More: Are You On Facebook?

What is Your Erdös Number?

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Paul Erdös was (1913-1996) a Hungarian-born mathematician known for being prolific (about 1,500 papers with about 510 co-authors) and eccentric. As to the latter, he spent most of his life traveling from place to place, staying in the homes of colleagues. . . . → Read More: What is Your Erdös Number?

Around Los Angeles: Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden

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On the southeast corner of the UCLA campus is a very nice botanical garden. . . . → Read More: Around Los Angeles: Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden

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