Posts Tagged ‘diamond’
From coal to diamond
A diamond is a chunk of coal made good under pressure. Photo by Flickr user Swamibu, shared via Wikimedia Commons [CC-BY-2.0].
Read MoreJanuary 1981: A new computer for Br. Normand
January 23, 1981 KNOM places a $16,435 order for a Cromemco Z2-H computer. Running at 4 MHz and with a 64k memory, the system includes two terminals. Using Structured Basic programming language, Br. Normand Berger, FIC, writes a program for keeping track of donations. One terminal sits in reception, the other in the manager’s office.…
Read MoreUpdate News: Thursday, May 24, 2012
In Thursday’s news: Rep. Joule won’t seek re-election; South African gold company and leading diamond firm announce plans for their 20-mile long stretch of 26 leases offshore; Suicide prevention training required for school personnel; Late sea ice break-up has herring fishery managers biting their nails.
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