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Trainspotting is a British hobby originating in the 1940’s for locomotive enthusiasts. At its core, trainspotting is all about watching trains recreationally and looking for distinctive characteristics as they go by.

In 2003, there were said to be around 100,000 trainspotters in the UK alone. Living in a digital world, the majority of train information and timetables can now be found online – making it easier than ever to know where and when you might be able to see your favourite trains.

The Different Types of Trainspotting

In the UK, there are a few different types of trainspotting practises but all of them revolve around the act of tracking trains in some way. Some spotters will want to take photos of the trains, whereas others are happy to have simply seen the…

While flying to SC23 (the 2023 International Conference for High Performance Computing, Networking, Storage, and Analysis) in Denver, Patrick Kennedy from Serve The Home had a chance encounter with a man on the plane who shared an intriguing story about Blizzard‘s decision to auction off its servers to fans.

World of Warcraft launched in November 2004 and was hugely popular – and even now boasts over a million daily logins. Each player’s character is tied to a specific realm, requiring servers that track the state of all players and NPCs continuously.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has revealed its findings on the most impersonated companies during 2023 in a bid to help potential customers and victims to better prepare themselves against such attacks.

The report found the most-spoofed company, with a total of 52,000 impersonation scam reports, was Best Buy and its subsidiary, Geek Squad, amounting to $15 million in losses.

Renewable energy has reached a historic milestone, accounting for 30% of global electricity generation in 2023, as reported by Sky News. China and Brazil have taken the lead in expanding solar and wind power, marking a significant step towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions worldwide.

However, funding for clean energy projects remains a challenge in many countries. Fortunately, technology has played a vital role in driving the growth of renewable energy, making it more affordable and accessible than ever before.

Thanks to innovative technologies, we have made significant progress towards sustainable living. Smart energy meters help us monitor and optimise our electricity usage, while innovative solar panel designs increase efficiency. In addition, startups are driving…

Royal Caribbean and Princess Cruises are gearing up to unveil groundbreaking vessels, while Cunard is preparing for the debut of its first new ship in over ten years.

Additionally, Disney Cruise Line is adding another ship to its fleet, catering specifically to families, but with some pretty special design features.

Luxury enthusiasts and aficionados of smaller ship lines can anticipate new additions from Silversea, Explora Journeys, Ritz Carlton, and Viking Ocean among others.

Although these ships make huge leaps forward in design, it’s the technological advancements that really catch the eye. They represent a much welcome step on the road towards sustainability. On board biodigesters, waste management systems, and cleaner fuel options are all steps in the right…