Dear Sophie: Should I apply for citizenship if I have a conviction?
A few years ago, I was charged with a misdemeanor for smoking marijuana in public and driving under the influence. I have a green card and want to apply for U.S. citizenship next year. Can I? Sophie Alcorn Contributor.....»»
Is cloud the solution to optimized data privacy?
In this interview with Help Net Security, Sophie Stalla-Bourdillon, Senior Privacy Counsel and Legal Engineer at Immuta, talks about data privacy, what organizations can a must do to keep data secure, and explains the technologies that can help optim.....»»
Biden’s vaccine mandates come before the Supreme Court
Do existing regulations apply, or must Congress step in? Enlarge / The US Supreme Court building in Washington, DC. (credit: Getty Images | Mike Kline) On Friday, the Supreme Court heard arguments in two cases that could seve.....»»
A Program for Cheaper Internet for Low-Income Americans Launches Today
Starting today, eligible US residents can apply for help with their internet bills under the new Affordable Connectivity Program. The program launched today with $14.2 billion from the bipartisan infrastructure law passed in November. From a report:.....»»
The future of 3D display and the emergence of holographic television
The pioneers of holography (Gabor, Leith, Upatnieks, and Denisyuk) predicted very early that the ultimate 3D display will be based on this technique. This conviction was rooted in the fact that holography is the only approach that can render all opti.....»»
Last chance to apply for the Warm Home Discount Scheme
Many suppliers have closed new applications due to a rush of demand for the £140 discount.....»»
Model developed in Brazil can predict conviction of lawmakers for corruption
Birds of a feather flock together. The popular saying applies to politics and to the computational analysis of complex networks in research on corruption, judging from a study by scientists at the University of São Paulo in Brazil......»»
More EVs, hybrids likely to follow revised EPA fuel economy standards
EPA's new rules apply to vehicles starting with 2023 model year. Enlarge (credit: Luke Sharrett via Getty Images) The Environmental Protection Agency today announced more stringent fuel economy standards that will require pass.....»»
O-Film Image reportedly in process of certification for iPhone-use lens modules
China-based O-Film Image Technology (Guangzhou) is in process of certification by Apply for supplying lens modules for use in iPhone, according to China-based media reports......»»
Harvard drops standardized test requirement through 2026
Students will be able to apply to Harvard University without submitting SAT or ACT scores for at least the next four years, the Ivy League school announced Thursday, extending a policy many colleges have adopted during the pandemic and that a growing.....»»
Google may decide to fire employees who don"t follow company"s Covid-19 vaccine rules
According to CNBC, a memo circulated by Google’s leadership states that employees had until December 3 to declare their vaccination status and upload documents showing proof or apply for medical/religious exemption. It adds that anyone who has fail.....»»
Citing Fires, London"s Transport Agency Bans E-scooters on Public Transit Network
Transport for London announced a ban on all e-scooters on its network, effective December 13th, over safety concerns following recent fires. The ban will apply to all public transport in London, including underground trains and buses. From a report:.....»»
The 2nd Annual Maker Invent Calendar is Back
Does the supply chain have your holiday shipping in a bind? No need to fret; get making instead! Every day, the Invent Calendar provides clever and creative gift ideas that will bring holiday cheer to all those you hold dear. This year’s Inv.....»»
Investigating new materials to reduce the operation temperature of solid oxide fuel cells
Researchers at TU Wien are investigating new materials that can be used to reduce the operation temperature of solid oxide fuel cells. To do so, they apply an innovative method......»»
Can flaming torches really save a vineyard from frost?
There are many things that a vintner can control—where to establish a vineyard, which varieties to plant, when to apply water and fertilizer. But the weather is not one of them. Earlier this year, EUR 2bn worth of wine was lost from French vineyard.....»»
Nitrogen calculators not created equal
When deciding how much nitrogen fertilizer to apply, farmers have options. The standard tool for the Midwest—the maximum return to nitrogen (MRTN) calculator – offers a static recommendation. It is based on hundreds of field trials, but doesn't.....»»
Antimicrobial Coatings 101 | All You Need To Know
Is it that difficult to prevent the growth of germs and bacteria on surfaces? Well, not if you apply antimicrobial coatings on them. With technological advancements, humans keep on improvising new things that enhance their quality of life. As such,.....»»
Young men are disadvantaged when applying to female dominated jobs
It's not always women who lose out when looking for a job. Men experience disadvantages in hiring processes for female dominated occupations in Germany, the Netherlands, Spain and the United Kingdom. The reverse is not the case for women who apply fo.....»»
"I could be killed at any time": The anguish of being wrongfully convicted of murder
Maurice Caldwell spent 20 years in prison before his wrongful conviction for a 1990 murder in San Francisco was finally overturned......»»
France Moves To Shield Its Book Industry From Amazon
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: Sophie Fornairon's independent bookshop has survived the rise of Amazon thanks to a French law that prohibits price discounting on new books, but she says the e-commerce giant's ability to undercut on.....»»
Add a retro touch to Windows with Open Shell
Open Shell is a collection of classic features from Windows 95 you can apply to modern versions of Windows. A customizable Start menu, old school toolbar for Windows Explorer, and more......»»