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07/12/2026

Your public Instagram photos could now be used to create someone else's AI-generated images.

Meta's new Muse Image model lets users generate images using the likeness of anyone with a public Instagram account simply by tagging their profile in a prompt.

The feature is rolling out in the U.S. as part of Meta's latest AI push, but it's already drawing backlash because public accounts are automatically opted in.

If you don't want your photos used this way, you can turn off "Allow people to reuse your content" under Sharing and Reuse in your Instagram settings.

07/05/2026

Join us for a delicious meal that makes a difference! 🐾❤️

On Monday, July 13, dine at the Harbor View Bistro at Noyo Harbor Inn anytime between 9:00 a.m. and 8:30 p.m., and you’ll be helping the animals at the Mendocino Coast Humane Society.

Enjoy incredible food, handcrafted cocktails, and beautiful harbor views, all while supporting homeless dogs and cats in our community. A portion of the day’s proceeds will be donated to MCHS to help provide shelter, medical care, enrichment, and second chances for the animals who need it most.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and turn lunch, brunch, or dinner into something meaningful. We hope to see you there!

📍 Harbor View Bistro at Noyo Harbor Inn
500 Casa Del Noyo
Fort Bragg, CA 95437

🗓️ Monday, July 13
⏰ 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Thank you to Noyo Harbor Inn for supporting the animals in our care. ❤️

07/05/2026

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06/27/2026

🚒🏓 HOT SHOTS FIREFIGHTERS PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT! 🏓🚒

Join MCRPD and Mendocino Cove Resort for the 1st Annual Hot Shots Firefighters Pickleball Tournament as we celebrate our Fire Fighters!

📅 Saturday, June 27
📍 Mendocino Cove Resort
💲 $50 Entry Fee (or donation)
👨‍🚒 Anyone can play! Sign up as an engine company team or as an individual player!

Enjoy a day of friendly competition on the beautiful professional pickleball courts at Mendocino Cove Resort while supporting a great cause.

❤️ All proceeds benefit Friends of MCRPD Scholarships, helping local youth and families access recreation programs throughout the Mendocino Coast.

🏓 Great pickleball
🔥 Firefighter pride
🌊 Amazing coastal setting
💚 Scholarships for local activities

Register today at Mendocoastrec.org or call 707-409-0760 for more information.

06/14/2026

01/18/2026

Scientists successfully transmitted electricity through air using ultrasonic sound waves and laser beams.

Finland is positioning itself at the forefront of a wireless energy revolution, with researchers from the University of Helsinki and the University of Oulu pioneering methods to move electricity without physical cables.

One of the most striking developments involves using high-intensity ultrasonic sound waves to create invisible pathways through the air, effectively guiding electrical sparks along a controlled route.

While currently in the experimental phase, this 'acoustic wire' technology could eventually enable contactless electrical connections and smart interfaces that function entirely without plugs or traditional wiring.

Beyond sound-guided energy, Finnish innovation is also leveraging light and radio frequencies to solve complex power challenges. The private sector is developing 'power-by-light' systems that utilize high-powered lasers to transmit electricity to remote receivers, providing critical galvanic isolation for hazardous environments like nuclear plants and high-voltage stations. Simultaneously, advancements in radio-frequency harvesting are turning ambient waves into 'Wi-Fi for power,' potentially eliminating the need for millions of disposable batteries in low-power IoT sensors. Together, these technologies signal a shift toward a more flexible, cable-free infrastructure for global industry.

source: University of Helsink. Wireless Electricity Transmission: Breakthroughs in Acoustic and Laser-Based Power. University of Helsinki News.