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Ami Ayalon seeks input and perspective from Palestinians and Israelis whose experiences differ from his own. As head of the Shin Bet security agency, he gained empathy for "the enemy" and learned that when Israel carries out anti-terrorist operations in a political context of hopelessness, the Palestinian public will support violence, because they have nothing to lose. Researching and writing Friendly Fire, he came to understand that his patriotic life had blinded him to the self-defeating nature of policies that have undermined Israel's civil society.

Meet Luff Imbry, an insidiously clever thief, forger, and confidence man . . . He likes good wine, good food, and good stolen goods, and he always maintains the upper hand. When a business rival gets the drop on him, he finds himself abandoned on Fulda — a far-off, isolated world with a history of its own. Unable to blend in and furious for revenge, Imbry has to rely on his infamous criminal wit to survive Fulda’s crusade to extinguish The Other. Hailed as the heir apparent to Jack Vance, Matthew Hughes takes you on a richly imagined exploration of a society on the far edges of extreme....

To those who believed that all the great electric discoveries had already been made, Tesla says, “What has been so far done by electricity is nothing as compared with what the future has in store.” In this fascinating article, he discusses the possibilities yet to be enacted using electricity. He successfully predicted current inventions, including common smartphone technologies of sending photos and using voice-to-text tools. Others are yet to be accomplished to his full vision....

Are your cryptocurrency investments as secure as you think they are? In a world fraught with cyber threats and digital scams, protecting your digital assets is more critical than ever. "Crypto Security: Protecting Your Digital Assets in a Risky World" is your comprehensive guide to safeguarding your cryptocurrency investments against the ever-evolving landscape of cybercrime. This indispensable resource delves deep into every facet of cryptocurrency security, starting with the basics and advancing to cutting-edge technologies. Each chapter is meticulously crafted to offer detailed, ...

Welcome to Comic-Con: where the future of pop culture comes to life. Every summer more than 130,000 comic fans, gamers, cosplay enthusiasts, and nerds of all stripes descend on San Diego to mingle with the top entertainment celebrities and creative-industry professionals in an unprecedented celebration of popular culture in all its forms.

The Arctic century is upon us. A great jockeying for power and influence has erupted among nations in the high north. At stake are trillions of dollars in profit or loss, US security, geopolitical influence and the fate of a fragile environment as well as the region's traditional people. As the ice melts and oil companies venture north, the polar regions may become the next Panama Canal, the next Arabian Peninsula-places on earth that remain relatively unknown in one century and become pivotal in the next.

NOMADS 8 - The Inner Worlds Ten years after the Keymon were driven from Earth, the war against the Insectoid creatures is coming to an end. However, as the tidings of victory arrive, there are increasing signs of strife for the throne still occupied by Ulan Mestray, leader of the Akkato. Suddenly Dominic Porter is confronted with the question of what to do with the millions of people who were useful to the Akkato in the fight against the Keymon, but who now represent a costly ballast. The situation seems hopeless until Serwan Brooks makes a resolution that seems sensible but could end in ...

Savage Battle for A New Star System by Anna Patterson This epic drama takes place when two Worlds collide in all out warfare and battles of cities and people. Many tired of the awful life and daily strife flee the bombing and shelling only to find peril up ahead and heartbreak and treachery in this new and to the death conflict for a new star system. This new star system is much desired like a fantasy land of enchantment.

" (...) Homo Automaticus describes the outlooks and possibilities of AI as an extension of our human capabilities beyond the imaginary. A must read for everyone who believes in the Future.“ - Anne Harder, CEO VISION THING AI + Tim Harder, CEO VISION THING This is what a bright future will look like when we embrace the change. Homo Automaticus – The next stage of human evolution Imagine a future where every human being has access to the combined knowledge of the world, where each of us can leverage artificial intelligence as naturally as we breathe. "Homo Automaticus" is your guidebook ...

For fans of Arthur C Clarke and Isaac Asimov, this book enables the reader to question the fabric of society and what reality actually is. It offers the reader questionable answers to our place in the Universe. The answers, if true, are horrifying. Is the truth really out there?. This is the question that Senator Lizzie Whitehouse finally has the answer to when she arrives at the secretive governmental appropriations meeting. A top secret funding meeting for a Secret Space Program, she finds it's disclosures horrific from the outset, and is determined to alert the public. Major Matt Stevens...

This tells the story of how Opher Goodwin was selected by aliens to save the world. The visitors from afar had scoured the universe in search of life and intelligence. They found it on a planet called Earth, where, unfortunately, the dominant life form was trying it’s best to wipe itself – and everything else – out. The aliens set about selecting a saviour and installing him as Global President. They chose the unlikely hero Opher Goodwin. Opher and his friends from the pub had all of the immense problems of the world on their shoulders plus the vicious opposition of the existing ...

Baya is not sure whether she wants the life her mother has planned for her. She has been prepared her entire life for three trials. That’s all…only three ancient tests in three days. A lifetime worth of work over in a matter of days. Easy right? Then, she will officially be a woman and in line to become the ruler of the world, or she’ll be dead. But, what if she doesn’t want either of those options? If she can survive the trials, that’s when the real challenges will begin.

During the first two decades of the twenty-first century, the whole messy truth about the legacy of last century’s big dam building binge has come to light. What started out as an arguably good government project has drifted oceans away from that original virtuous intent. Governments plugged the nation’s rivers in a misguided attempt to turn them into revenue streams. Water control projects’ main legacy will be one of needless ecological destruction, fostering a host of unnecessary injustices.

Earth's Survivors Apocalypse follows survivors of a worldwide catastrophe. A meteorite that was supposed to miss the earth completely, hits and becomes the cap to a series of events that destroy the world as we know it. Police, fire, politicians, military, governments: All gone. Hopes, dreams, tomorrows: All buried in a desperate struggle to survive. From L.A. To Manhattan the cities, governments have toppled and lawlessness is the rule. The dead lay in the streets while gangs fight for control of what is left. Small groups band together for safety and begin to leave the ravaged cities ...

Our predictions of the future are a wild fantasy, inextricably linked to our present hopes and fears, biases and ignorance. Whether they be the outlandish leaps predicted in the 1920s, like multi-purpose utility belts with climate control capabilities and planes the size of luxury cruise ships, or the forecasts of the '60s, which didn't anticipate the sexual revolution or women's liberation, the path to the present is littered with failed predictions and incorrect estimations. The best we can do is try to absorb from futurism's checkered past, perhaps learning to do a little better.

What are the conditions today of the ongoing conflict between a Middle Eastern government and a militant group, and what are the future impacts? How can a conflict like the one between a Middle Eastern government and a militant group wreak such havoc on an economy, to the tune of $600 million each week from work absences and disruptions alone? And what happens if this strife stretches on for 8-12 months, pushing the economic damage beyond the staggering mark of $50 billion, effectively slicing nearly 10% off the GDP of the government's economy? Can we overlook the pronounced declines in ...

Neither an advocate nor a critic of cultured meat, Benjamin Aldes Wurgaft spent five years researching the phenomenon. In Meat Planet, he reveals how debates about lab-grown meat reach beyond debates about food, examining the links between appetite, growth, and capitalism. Could satiating the growing appetite for meat actually lead to our undoing? Are we simply using one technology to undo the damage caused by another? Like all problems in our food system, the meat problem is not merely a problem of production. It is intrinsically social and political.

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Natural Language Processing (NLP) with this comprehensive crash course designed exclusively for experienced COBOL programmers. In this book, you will unlock the power of emerging technologies and discover how AI, ML, and NLP can revolutionize your career and business applications. Master the essentials of Python programming, delve into fundamental AI concepts, and explore cutting-edge ML algorithms tailored to your structured thinking and modular approach. With your years of experience, ...

We have been underselling the future. In fact, the future will be neither dystopia nor utopia (which is an actively harmful dichotomy) - it will be what we do the work to make it. And the best way to the brightest future is to focus on what we can do, and make sure we are working to get there. Kate O’Neill, author of Tech Humanist and Pixels and Place, explores the ways we have already begun to solve human problems at scale, and makes the case for an approach that’s both hopeful and strategic as our best chance at a truly bright future.

"Live as We Are One Team! One Team, One World: Working Together for a Better Future" is a compelling exploration of the power of unity and collaboration in shaping a more inclusive and sustainable world. Through insightful discussions and real-world examples, this book delves into the interconnectedness of humanity and the transformative potential of collective action. From addressing pressing global challenges like climate change and inequality to fostering a sense of belonging and community, the narrative inspires readers to embrace their shared humanity and work towards a brighter future...