Happy 4th of July
Happy 4th of July The Fourth of July is here again—a time for fireworks, grilling, and a little extra patriotism (and maybe a hot dog or three). Did you know Americans eat about **150 million hot dogs** on Independence Day each year? That’s enough to stretch from D.C. to L.A. and back! Fireworks are the […]
Voting
Voting In 2020, NASA placed a robotic rover, Perseverance, on Mars to explore the planet’s surface and atmosphere. Perseverance landed on Mars on February 18, 2021, carrying a small helicopter, Ingenuity, in its belly. The mission aims to search for signs of ancient life and collect samples for future return to Earth. Ingenuity’s role was […]
A Better Way to Vote
A Better Way to Vote The November 5, 2024 election went pretty well, but far from perfect. The election faced various issues for voters across the country, from misinformation and cybersecurity threats to logistical problems at polling sites. There were some localized challenges, such as delays, equipment and software issues. Administrative issues potentially hindered […]
Current Events by John R. Patrick – 10/10/2024
In this section, I share what I am up to, pictures of the week, what is new in AI and crypto, and more. Voice I have been experimenting with adding voice to my blog posts. This will enable readers to listen rather than read. To try it out, click the “Listen to Post” at the […]
Current Events by John R. Patrick – 09/06/2024
In this section, I share what I am up to, pictures of the week, what is new in AI and crypto, and more. Photos of the week We were joined by our oldest son and his family at Las Mananitas in Brewster, NY. I have been to many Mexican restaurants but this is the best […]
