Yasuke, the African Samurai: Yasuke, who was an African slave to Jesuit priest was named by the Japanese warlord Oda Nobunaga, who was astonished by his size and skin colour. He was considered for a post as a Daimyo but was instead granted status as a samurai. Full story at the link.
Ebola vs other Problems in Africa
Helium Filled Wind Turbines: What a great idea! Handy for disasters, remote areas and mountainous terrain. Made by MIT's Altaeros Energies.
Cool GIF of a CD in the Microwave. Don't try this at home.
Sweden is getting Power from other Countries Garbage: A concept that is happening in dribs and drabs around the world is being done in force in Sweden.
Free Digital Books...from the Vatican: Yup, they've digitized many volumes for free viewing online. Looks cool.
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