AFP: Famed geneticist creating life form that turns CO2 to fuel

Craig Venter is working on developing bacteria that can generate fuel from waste products. If he pulls it off, it could be a major step in biofuel technology and achieving energy independence.

AFP: Famed geneticist creating life form that turns CO2 to fuel: "'We have 20 million genes which I call the design components of the future,' Venter said. 'We are limited here only by our imagination.'"

Solar Power to Rule in 20 Years, Futurists Say | LiveScience

Recent developments in the technology, such as the panels produced by Nanosolar and other research lead me to think that this may well be true:

Solar Power to Rule in 20 Years, Futurists Say | LiveScience

Iran fires rocket 'into space', plans satellite for '09 | The Register

Iran's announcements of scientific and technical achievement should be taken with a grain of salt, but if true this is a sign that space is within reach of more and more countries:

Iran fires rocket 'into space', plans satellite for '09 | The Register: "The Islamic Republic of Iran announced yesterday that it had fired a rocket 'into space' and transmitted footage of the launch on state media. The move drew instant condemnation from the Bush administration in America."

Good news for shoe lovers

BBC NEWS | Health | High heels 'may improve sex life': "Wearing higher heels - although perhaps not stilettos - may improve your pelvic floor muscles and in doing so boost your sex life, a study suggests."

Navy Tests Incredible Sci-Fi Weapon | LiveScience

I feel vindicated for all those hours I spent playing BattleTech:

Navy Tests Incredible Sci-Fi Weapon | LiveScience: "The U.S. Navy yesterday test fired an incredibly powerful new big gun designed to replace conventional weaponry aboard ships. Sci-fi fans will recognize its awesome power and futuristic technology."