The whereabouts of “Big Red”, an experimental gas-turbine semi truck by Ford, have eluded automobile enthusiasts for 40 years, but it’s been apparently sitting in a custom-built garage since the year 2000. Although its location remains anonymous at the request of its current owner, he insists that Big Red – and its “monster 600-horsepower turbine engine” will see the light one day: “ I have always thought Big Red was one of Ford’s greatest achievements.” Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
