Ad Blocking: What It Is & How to Use It
Ad blocking tools have been around for years, and there are hundreds of options on the market. Which is best for your needs? Continue reading........»»
Why is Verizon Blocking Pirate Sites Such as NYAA and Mangadex?
For more than a week, Verizon customers have been unable to access several popular pirate sites. The IP-addresses of sites such as NYAA and Mangadex are null-routed instead. While the blocks appear to be intentional, Verizon is keeping its motivation.....»»
Mitochondrial enzyme found to block cell death pathway points to new cancer treatment strategy
Researchers have discovered a new role for the DHODH enzyme in blocking a form of cell death called ferroptosis. Preclinical findings suggest that targeting DHODH could restore cell death and inhibit tumor growth......»»
Researchers discover regulatory pathway that blocks immune response against cancer
Researchers show that TIM-3 inhibits the STING signaling pathway in dendritic cells, thereby blocking their ability to elicit an immune response......»»
Scientists track a cargo spill from New York to Norway, reveal how currents disperse harmful substances
The blocking of the Suez Canal in March by a megaship named Ever Given delayed over 200 vessels laden with thousands of containers, serving as a reminder of the scale of the shipping industry and the global repercussions when something goes badly wro.....»»
Serotonin transporters increase when depression fades
Low levels of serotonin in the brain are seen as a possible cause of depression and many antidepressants act by blocking a protein that transports serotonin away from the nerve cells. A brain imaging study now shows that the average level of the sero.....»»
Blocking viruses" exit strategy
Tests of a new antiviral that aims to prevent the deadly Marburg virus from spreading in the body show promise, according to a new study......»»
Facebook Oversight Board upholds Donald Trump"s suspension from the platform
Facebook can keep blocking former President Donald Trump from using its platform, the social network's court-like Oversight Board said Wednesday in a landmark move that affirmed the company's decision to issue the suspension after the January 6 US C.....»»
GitHub Joins Movement Against Google"s FLOC
An anonymous reader quotes Inside.com's developer newsletter: GitHub is blocking Google's new third-party cookie tracking alternative, Federated Learning of Cohorts (FLoC), across all of GitHub Pages. Those GitHub Pages served from the github.io doma.....»»
Using nanobodies to block a tick-borne bacterial infection
Tiny molecules called nanobodies, which can be designed to mimic antibody structures and functions, may be the key to blocking a tick-borne bacterial infection that remains out of reach of almost all antibiotics, new research suggests......»»
The best iPhone car mounts for 2021
The ideal iPhone car mount can securely hold your device and keep it in sight without blocking your view of the road. These are the best options for everyone......»»
WordPress proposes blocking FLoC by default
It’s estimated that 40% of all sites use WordPress. If the proposal is implemented, that could be a devastating blow to Google’s ad-targeting capabilities. Please visit Search Engine Land for the full article......»»
Pakistan temporarily blocks social media
Pakistan has temporarily blocked several social media services in the South Asian nation, according to users and a government-issued notice reviewed by TechCrunch. In an order titled “Complete Blocking of Social Media Platforms,” the Pakistani go.....»»
Hawley’s antitrust bill focuses on market cap, ignoring consumers
"Size itself is not a sign of anticompetitiveness.” Enlarge (credit: Drew Angerer | Getty Images) Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) proposed a new bill on Monday aimed at blocking mergers and acquisitions for companies with market caps of over $100.....»»
Republican antitrust bill would block all Big Tech acquisitions
There are about to be a lot of antitrust bills taking aim at Big Tech, and here’s one more. Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) rolled out a new bill this week that would take some severe measures to rein in Big Tech’s power, blocking mergers and.....»»
Republican antitrust bill would block all big tech acquisitions
There are about to be a lot of antitrust bills taking aim at big tech, and here’s one more. Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) rolled out a new bill this week that would take some severe measures to rein in big tech’s power, blocking mergers and.....»»
YouTube’s policies block ad targeting on Black Lives Matter videos
“Brand safety” partially dictates who can make money on YouTube. Enlarge (credit: Rego Korosi) YouTube is blocking advertisers from using social and racial justice terms like “Black Lives Matter” to target videos. At the same time, the.....»»
Supreme Court tosses ruling that said Trump blocking Twitter critics was unconstitutional
The Supreme Court has vacated a previous ruling that found former President Trump violated the First Amendment by blocking his Twitter foes. The ruling was upheld by a Manhattan federal appeals court in 2019, which deemed Trump’s actions uncons.....»»
Best cheap computer reading glasses for April 2021
Get yourself a pair of blue light-blocking computer reading glasses to help relieve eye strain......»»
How to block someone on WhatsApp messenger
Here's a step-by-step guide to blocking people in WhatsApp for iOS and Android, plus what to do if you change your mind and want to re-establish communications......»»
The Ever Given is Once Again Afloat, Raising Hopes Traffic Can Soon Resume.
The mammoth cargo ship blocking one of the world's most vital maritime arteries was wrenched from the shoreline and set partially afloat again early on Monday morning, raising hopes that traffic could soon resume in the Suez Canal and limit the econo.....»»