American incomes surge in January due to pandemic aid
An injection of pandemic aid filled Americans' wallets last month, though spending rose modestly, according to government data released Friday, giving a boost to the economy as it claws its way back from recession......»»
Why the US government’s overreliance on Microsoft is a big problem
Microsoft continues to get a free pass after series of cybersecurity failures. Enlarge (credit: Joan Cros via Getty) When Microsoft revealed in January that foreign government hackers had once again breached its systems,.....»»
Native American-led nonprofit says it bought 40 acres in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Native American-led nonprofit says it bought 40 acres in the Black Hills of South Dakota.....»»
GM"s 2025 headquarters move in Detroit reflects post-pandemic office space needs
GM has long been reported to be seeking a new location for its headquarters, which has been in Detroit's Renaissance Center since 1996......»»
Is attachment theory actually important for romantic relationships?
There has been a recent surge of attention toward attachment theory: from TikTok videos to online quizzes that claim to "assess your attachment style." It's become a hot topic, especially in the context of romantic relationships, with some articles c.....»»
Study uses thermodynamics to describe expansion of the universe
The idea that the universe is expanding dates from almost a century ago. It was first put forward by Belgian cosmologist Georges Lemaître (1894–1966) in 1927 and confirmed observationally by American astronomer Edwin Hubble (1889-1953) two years l.....»»
Lessons from South Australia"s business recovery amidst bushfires and pandemic
New research has given insight into the resilience and recovery of businesses in two South Australian regions following a major bushfire event and disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic......»»
Crisis communication saves lives—but people with disability often aren"t given the message
In a pandemic, bushfire or flood, people need high quality safety and crisis information. Getting emergency messages quickly can help people know how to prepare, what rules to follow, where dangers are, where to gather safely and when help is on the.....»»
Apple versus Epic court battle continues, as iPhone maker denies violation
While the Supreme Court denied appeal requests from both Apple and Epic Games in the App Store case, that didn’t put an end to legal wrangling between the two companies. In January, Epic Games headed back to court to accuse Apple of failing to c.....»»
If you have to watch one Hulu show this April, stream this one
American Crime Story: Versace is one of the most underrated shows on Hulu......»»
Researchers analyze challenges faced by content moderators during pandemic
The responsibility for maintaining online safety relies on content moderators particularly in times of crisis. However, not all platforms even have moderation systems in place and so disinformation, misinformation, propaganda, and fake news often cir.....»»
Researchers map 33 new big game migrations across American West
A new set of maps that document the movements of ungulates was published today in the fourth volume of the Ungulate Migrations of the Western United States. The maps in this collaborative U.S. Geological Survey report series reveal the migration rout.....»»
Unraveling the song of ice and fire across the American landscape with machine learning
In the rugged terrain of the western United States, where wildfires rage unchecked, a surprising connection emerges with the tumultuous skies of the central US. A recent study published in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences explores the intriguing rela.....»»
EV prices drop up to 20% as new and used inventory surges
Inventory is growing, and prices are falling for new and used EVs. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Among the many things upended by the pandemic was the traditional American car-buying experience. Factories were idled to.....»»
Solving an early medieval money mystery with lead isotope and trace analysis
Anglo-Saxon England experienced trade revival, surge in silver coins in 660–750 CE. Enlarge / A selection of the Fitzwilliam Museum coins that were studied, including coins of Charlemagne and Offa. (credit: The Fitzwilliam Mus.....»»
How hybrid work is reinventing management
When it arrived en masse for the COVID pandemic, remote working was hailed as an arrangement that boosted work-life balance and slashed commuter-related misery and pollution. But it would appear its golden days are over......»»
China Is Using AI to Sow Disinformation and Stoke Discord Across Asia and the U.S., Microsoft Reports
A new report by Microsoft Threat Intelligence outlines how China’s influence operations have ramped up their use of artificial intelligence. Faking a political endorsement in Taiwan ahead of its crucial January election, sharing m.....»»
A Closer Look at Remote Peering: Technologies and Techniques
In the realm of digital communication, the significance of efficient internet traffic exchange has escalated with the surge in global cloud content. With over 5.18 billion internet users as of April 2023, and a monthly internet traffic forecast to re.....»»
"Fallout"s music might be polarizing, but here"s why it"s perfect
Prime Video's "Fallout" TV adaptation features plenty of the music from the Bethesda games — and here's why it's important. The Fallout games are synonymous with a few things: a crumbling, retro-futurist American aesthetic; brutal combat with.....»»
"Speak No Evil" trailer: James McAvoy is an awful host in chilling horror remake
The "Speak No Evil" American remake trailer features James McAvoy and Mackenzie Davis in the adaptation of the 2022 Danish horror. The official trailer for the American Speak No Evil remake is here, and it looks every bit as disturbing as the o.....»»
Learn about the O.J. Simpson trial from CNN"s ancient "90s website
It's impossible to explain how central O.J. Simpson's trial for the murder of his former wife was to American culture in the 1990s. But CNN's internet archive does a decent job of documenting it. O.J. Simpson, perhaps the most infamous celebrit.....»»