Busting the anti-work myth: Most people actually like their bosses
Do you work for a five-star boss? If quiet quitting—a demonstration of work-to-rule where employees do no more than the minimum work required by their contract—is really a thing, I'd expect more employees to be vocal about disliking their bosses......»»
Imposter calls become the top threat as robocalls decline: How to protect your phone number and stop spam
We’ve seen carriers and the FTC work to reduce the problem of robocalls in recent years but imposter calls remain a top scam. Want to protect yourself and your family? Incogni makes removing your personal information from the web and blocking spam.....»»
Apple @ Work: What’s new with Apple device management for iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and more?
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & pr.....»»
We now have even more evidence against the “ecocide” theory of Easter Island
AI analysis of satellite imagery data is a new method for estimating population size. Enlarge / New research lends further credence to the "population crash" theory about Easter Island being just a myth. (credit: Arian Zwegers/CC.....»»
Study suggests pawn loans compound the pain for many
Australia's pawnbroking industry is too lightly regulated, harming vulnerable consumers and leaving them in greater financial distress, according to new research by the University of Melbourne. The work is available in the University of Queensland La.....»»
Unlocking broccoli"s genome: Key to enhanced health benefits
Broccoli is renowned for its health benefits, primarily due to its rich glucosinolate (GSL) content, which has anti-carcinogenic and antioxidant properties. Despite extensive studies on Brassica species, the genetic basis for GSL diversity remains un.....»»
New insights into methyl jasmonate-induced saponin biosynthesis in the balloon flower
Platycodon grandiflorus, commonly known as balloon flower, is renowned for its medicinal properties, primarily due to its rich saponin content. Saponins are known for their anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and immune-boosting properties, making P. gra.....»»
How to enable secure boot in Windows 11
Secure Boot is a setting that makes sure only official software runs on your PC, and it needs to be enabled for Windows 11 to work. Here's how to enable it......»»
This app is like Screen Time on steroids, making you actually follow your iPhone limits
Apple’s Screen Time tools need some work. Not counting serious bugs that go unfixed far too long, one of Screen Time’s major drawbacks is that any limits you set can be easily bypassed. Ultimately, your desire to make healthier technology choices.....»»
Science Is Full of Errors. Bounty Hunters Are Here to Find Them
A new project is paying researchers to find errors in other scientists’ work. The only problem? Even error hunters make mistakes......»»
Festivals can be a powerful force for sustainable lifestyle changes, new research shows
Festivals and mass gatherings can empower and inspire people making lifestyle changes for a sustainable future, according to new research from a vegan festival which suggests the power of these collective experiences may have been underestimated......»»
Lifesaving and life-changing: The kindness shown to forced migrants during their journeys
Forced migrant survivors of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) have experienced acts of everyday and extraordinary kindness from people they met throughout their journeys, a new study reveals......»»
Anti-trust regulators should consider their options carefully when start-ups are acquired, new study suggests
Promoting a competitive marketplace has been the main focus for regulators concerned with "killer acquisitions"—when big companies swallow small startups to eliminate a potential rival......»»
Study shows rising temperatures affect air quality over Los Angeles
Particulate matter and ozone are a major problem for people and the environment. Dr. Eva Pfannerstill, young investigator group leader at Jülich's Institute of Energy and Climate Research (IEK 8), is investigating where the volatile organic compound.....»»
8 reasons for Apple users to switch to UPDF Editor: AI PDF Assistant
UPDF is an Adobe alternative with an AI twist for reading, annotating, searching, and editing PDFs on Mac. Save big and chat with your PDF today.UPDF Editor: AI PDF AssistantIf you work with PDFs, it can be a pain finding the right tool for the job......»»
Citing national security, US will ban Kaspersky anti-virus software in July
US cites Russian government's "capacity to influence Kaspersky's operations." Enlarge (credit: Kaspersky Lab) The Biden administration will ban all sales of Kaspersky antivirus software in the US starting in July, accord.....»»
Dealership finance offices can still work while CDK is down
The temporary shutdown of the car dealership management system CDK following cyberattacks complicates life for auto retailers' finance and insurance offices. However, it's not insurmountable, according to experts......»»
New survey reveals how many people consider CarPlay a must-have in a new car
I’ve written a lot about CarPlay over the years, including questioning GM’s decision to abandon CarPlay on all of its EVs. Now, a new survey has details on just how important CarPlay is for people shopping for a new car, with a third of consumers.....»»
Behavioral and computational study shows that social preferences can be inferred from decision speed alone
Researchers led by Sophie Bavard at the University of Hamburg, Germany, found that people can infer hidden social preferences by observing how fast others make social decisions......»»
Only 1 in 3 people enjoy talking about politics—researchers say the reasons are more social than political
One of the cornerstones of liberal democracies is the political debate on how to shape society. However, discussions about politics often lead to frustration or result in a long-term strain on social relationships......»»
Saudi hajj pilgrims" deaths highlight how extreme heat kills
More than 1,000 people have died at this year's hajj pilgrimage in extreme heat in Saudi Arabia, an AFP tally showed on Thursday......»»