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European Space Agency Developing GPS Rival

Posted by chrisd on from the gps-makes-sdi-missles-happy dept.

nbrimhall writes "The International Herald Tribune has a story here about the European Space Agency's plans to create a alternative to the U.S. controlled GPS. It includes some interesting information regarding the cost and possible contributors (including Canada and Russia)."

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  1. Mind Control Rays by the+eric+conspiracy · · Score: 5, Funny

    The Europeans have found us out! The GPS is really a source of mind control rays that warp sensibilities. Why do you think Jerry Lewis is so popular in France?

    To retaliate they are going to build their own, and make us think the European rock and roll is good, and like warm beer, too!

    See http://zapatopi.net/afdb.html for the defence against this dastardly plot!