The kinetic sculptures of Dutch artist Theo Jansen are giant, self-propelling winged and jointed constructions.

Made of PVC tubes and plastic bottles, each Strandbeest's movement is powered by the wind, while "artificial intelligence" means it can change course to avoid obstacles.

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If the petition is approved by Washington, it would turn America's corn fields into chemical warfare zones targeted for mass pesticide poisoning with 2,4-D chemicals.

The corn, of course, would be immune to 2,4-D, so it would uptake the chemical and transport it right into the structure of the corn kernels, creating "Agent Orange corn bombs" that would be chemically unleashed when consumed by human beings.

Posted: 9:40:56 AM  

The transportation of atomic material originates from the highly publicized deal signed by Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper and US President Barack Obama in 2010.
The deal was signed amid fears that terrorists may get access to weapons-grade uranium.

Posted: 9:35:11 AM  

"If they impose sanctions on Iran's oil, not even a drop of oil will be allowed through the Strait of Hormuz," Iranian First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Rahimi warned on Tuesday afternoon.

Posted: 9:33:37 AM  

US will hit debt ceiling in early next month

Posted: 9:22:53 AM