An ultra-thin electronic device that attaches to the skin like a stick-on tattoo has been developed. The electronic “skin” can monitor electrical activity from the heart, brain waves and other vital signs. Click on the graphic for an expanded view. Continue reading Electronic skin to monitor heart rate – an annotated graphic
In further evidence of our wider cultural world going topsy-turvy, E&T was intrigued to receive notification from the SouthBank Centre of an upcoming concert in its Vision Sound Music Festival, in which the London Philharmonic Orchestra will turn its erudite attention to the music of well-known video games – everything from Super Mario to Angry Birds. Apparently, concertgoers can look forward to immersing themselves “in the music that brings your favourite video games alive, played by a full live symphony orchestra. The evening offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a captivating, interactive experience that conjures up both a taste of nostalgia and … Continue reading Video game heroes – games music performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra
The Berlin Wall was erected in the dead of night on August 13, 1961, on the orders of East German leader Walter Ulbricht. For 28 tears, it prevented people from defecting from the East to the West. The Wall symbolised the Iron Curtain between communist east and capitalist west during the Cold War, until its fall on the momentous night of November 9 1989. Click on the graphic for a larger view. Continue reading Berlin Wall, 50 years on – an annotated graphic of the 50th anniversary of the building of the Berlin Wall
Apple has become the world’s most valuable company, deposing oil giant Exxon. Apple is now worth an estimated $337 billion, with shares up 13 per cent this year thanks to sales of the iPad and iPhone. Click on the graphic for a larger view. Continue reading Apple becomes the world’s most valuable company – an annotated graphic
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