Archive for the ‘Science and Religion’ Category

Magnets: Another Ultimate Alternative

The buzz about electric cars is unwarranted at this point. Electric cars still require the electricity to be created and the creation process produces emissions. And what to do about the batteries? Here is the most revolutionary idea I have seen in a long while. Why bother with battery cars? Magnetism can run a car. Granted a battery is used … Continue reading

Air: The Ultimate Alternative

Diesel, biofuel, gasoline and any other combustion fuel pollutes at some point. Cooking oil vehicles too. What about another alternative for those who insist that everyone needs a car?

Alternative Fuels Are Not the Solution

The discussion on biofuels has cooled off a bit in the last while; Likely due to the hubbub about the US election. But the search for alternatives fuel sources is a red herring. Replacing one fuel for another fuel does not solve all of our problems. The impending problems include global warming or climate change, and the depletion of non-renewable … Continue reading

Stated Intent v. Reality

Does a group whose stated purpose is to “promote a life without religion or superstition” fit into the list below? Is “promotion” the same as “proselytization?” In my opinion, if the Laurier Freethought Alliance were to remove the line referring to promoting their beliefs and stuck with what they argue their intention is, then there would be nothing to quibble … Continue reading

Inherit the Wind

Evolution is on trial. Enjoy the trailer. An interesting movie to say the least. A trailer that is, well, interesting in other regards. [flashvideo filename=http://www.archive.org/download/inherit_the_wind/inherit_the_wind.flv /]