Author Archives: A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami

Belief does not add up to reality

6 ways mushrooms can save the world: Paul Stamets on TED.com TED – PAUL STAMETS – Feb 2008 I believe matter begets life, life becomes single cells, single cells become strings, strings become chains, chains network. And this is the … more

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Bhagavad-gita under attack in Russia

In Russia, the Bhagavad Gita Has a Date in Court New York Times – GLENN KATES – Dec 23, 2011 A Russian group’s demands that the Bhagavad Gita be labeled “extremist” and banned has prompted outrage in India and terse … more

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Synthesizing life: To live or not to live

Scientist creates lifelike cells out of metal Mother Nature Network – BRYAN NELSON – Sep 16, 2011 Researcher says he has created living cells made of metal instead of carbon — and they may be evolving.

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When butter runs out – taste of the future

UPDATE: Things are getting desperate in Norway. Sweden safe while butter shortage hits Norway The Local – Dec 11, 2011 A Russian man was caught on Friday trying to bring 90 kilogrammes of butter over the Swedish border to Norway … more

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