Sorry, the professional class is full: losing his academic job meant having to get his head around working with his hands

Article Abstract:

A college professor recalls the anger and frustration he felt when he was laid off from his tenured position and could find no position anywhere in the US. Though he had disdain for manual labor, he took a construction job, and is now laboring on and off and feels healthy, strong and contented.

Personal narratives, College teachers, College faculty, Employment, Excerpt, Displaced workers, The Cliff Walk: A Memoir of a Job Lost and a Life Found (Book)

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The future of warfare

Article Abstract:

The application of information technology to weaponry is likely to further strengthen the military superiority of the US. The technology will benefit attack more than defense, rendering weapons more accurate at greater distances.

Editorial, United States, Innovations, Cover Story, Information technology, Military aspects, Weapons

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Butrint preserved

Article Abstract:

Archaeological sites in Albania such as the ancient city of Butrint were once abandoned or poorly maintained, but they are now major tourist attractions. The challenge now is to stop them being spoilt by tourism.

Archaeology, Antiquities, Historic sites, Albania

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