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Dear Friends,

Scientists today moved the minute-hand on the symbolic “Doomsday Clock'' to five minutes to midnight, to indicate growing concerns about the global nuclear threat. The clock, which hangs in the University of Chicago, has been set at seven minutes to midnight since 2002.

 

The clock was set up in 1947 with a time of seven minutes to midnight, and movement of the minute-hand symbolizes growing or declining threat, with midnight representing destruction by nuclear war. For almost five years, the hand has stood where it began, at seven minutes to midnight. It has only been moved 17 times before, fluctuating between 2 and 17 minutes to midnight.

 

The hand was moved forward two minutes today, reflecting concerns that the world is heading toward “a second nuclear age”, and also that climate change poses a threat to stability, said Kennette Benedict, executive director of the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists, the magazine which set up the clock in 1947.

 

“Not since the first atomic bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki has the world faced such perilous choices”, Benedict said in a conference call with reporters, reading from the board's statement. “We stand on the brink of a second nuclear age.”

 

The scientists decided to adjust the clock because of reasons including the perceived nuclear ambitions of Iran and North Korea, unsecured nuclear materials in Russia, the continued “launch-ready” status of arms in the U.S. and Russia, and global climate changes.

 

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Safety Tip                          

 

Winter Safety – Winterizing your Car

 

Driving in the winter means snow, sleet and ice that can lead to slower traffic, hazardous road conditions, hot tempers and unforeseen dangers. To help you make it safely through winter, here are some suggestions from the National Safety Council to make sure that you and your vehicle are prepared.

 

Weather

At any temperature -- 20° Fahrenheit below zero or 90° Fahrenheit above -- weather affects road and driving conditions and can pose serious problems. It is important to monitor forecasts on the Web, radio, TV, cable weather channel, or in the daily papers.

 

Your Car

Prepare your car for winter. Start with a checkup that includes:

  • Checking the ignition, brakes, wiring, hoses and fan belts.
  • Changing and adjusting the spark plugs.
  • Checking the air, fuel and emission filters, and the PCV valve.
  • Inspecting the distributor.
  • Checking the battery.
  • Checking the tires for air, sidewall wears and treads depth.
  • Checking antifreeze levels and the freeze line.
  • Your car should have a tune-up (check the owner's manual for the recommended interval) to ensure better gas mileage, quicker starts and faster response on pick-up and passing power.

 

Necessary Equipment

An emergency situation on the road can arise at any time and you must be prepared. In addition to making sure you have the tune-up, a full tank of gas, and fresh anti-freeze, you should carry the following items in your trunk: properly inflated spare tire, wheel wrench and tripod-type jack, Shovel, Jumper cables, Tow and tire chains, Bag of salt or cat litter, Tool kit and essential Supplies.

 

Be prepared with a "survival kit" that should always remain in the car. Replenish after use. Essential supplies include:

  • Working flashlight and extra batteries
  • Reflective triangles and brightly-colored cloth
  • Compass
  • First aid kit
  • Exterior windshield cleaner
  • Ice scraper and snow brush
  • Wooden stick matches in a waterproof container
  • Scissors and string/cord
  • Non-perishable, high-energy foods like unsalted canned nuts, dried fruits, and hard candy.

In addition, if you are driving long distances under cold, snowy, and icy conditions, you should also carry supplies to keep you warm such as heavy woolen mittens, socks, a cap and blankets.

 

If You Become Stranded...

  • Do not leave your car unless you know exactly where you are, how far it is to possible help, and are certain you will improve your situation.
  • To attract attention, light two flares and place one at each end of the car a safe distance away. Hang a brightly colored cloth from your antenna.
  • If you are sure the car's exhaust pipe is not blocked, run the engine and heater for about 10 minutes every hour or so depending upon the amount of gas in the tank.
  • To protect yourself from frostbite and hypothermia use the woolen items and blankets to keep warm.
  • Keep at least one window open slightly. Heavy snow and ice can seal a car shut.
  • Eat a hard candy to keep your mouth moist.

 

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It Happened 50 years ago…

January 22nd 1957: The New York City "Mad Bomber," is arrested and charged with planting more than 30 bombs.

 

George Metesky, notoriously known as "The Mad Bomber", planted around 30 bombs in New York City from 1940 to 1956. He placed his first bomb on November 16, 1940, at a Manhattan office building used by Consolidated Edison. The small, poorly made pipe bomb did not explode and was discovered by the Authorities. The second device, another dud, appeared a year later. Metesky then sent a note, composed of cut-out letters and signed "F.P." (later revealed to mean "fair play"). This bomb consisted of an unwound alarm clock fusing mechanism and was again quickly marked as an isolated incident.

 

Metesky planted his third bomb, which was discovered before it could explode on March 29, 1950, at Grand Central Station. This device was more sophisticated and developed than the previous devices as Metesky had developed his skills over approximately ten years. His fourth device, planted in a telephone booth in the New York Public Library, was the first to explode. Metesky planted three more devices in 1950, all duds however over the next two years, four more bombs exploded around New York City.

 

Metesky targeted public places, notably movie theaters, where he inserted his devices in the underside of seats. It was not until 1953 that a Metesky bomb caused any injuries.

 

Consolidated Edison had undertaken several searches of its records and came across records relating to George Metesky, an employee from 1929 to 1931. After a year of sick pay and medical benefits, Metesky had been fired and denied a disability pension. After filing a lawsuit and losing, he plotted his revenge. The connection was sealed when Metesky wrote a letter to the “Journal American” giving the date of the injuries he blamed on Consolidated Edison. Metesky was arrested in January, 1957; where he confessed to being the bomber, showed his garage where he created the bombs, and revealed the meaning of "F.P." to the police.

 

Metesky was found insane on April 18, 1957 and was committed to the Matteawan State Hospital. He was resistant to treatment but caused no trouble and was released in 1973. He then continued to live in his Waterbury home where he died at the age of 90.

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Today, we live surrounded by safety items and devices; such apparels are becoming part of our everyday urban landscape. Nobody wishes to ever having to use any of those protection products – but to know they are there “just in case”, that should be everyone’s concern.

 

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