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Digital transformation: it’s all about people

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Category: topSource:  informationweekOct 2nd, 2024

Why Vanuatu should brace for even more aftershocks after this week"s deadly quakes: A seismologist explains

The death toll from Vanuatu's earthquake disaster continues to rise, with international search and rescue operations underway to help people hit by the initial quake and its aftershocks......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 18th, 2024

Bad gift ideas: Ferrets and other exotic wild mammals as pets

As the festive season approaches, the demand for pets as holiday gifts tends to spike. People can be drawn to exotic or unique animals, hoping to surprise their loved ones with something special......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 18th, 2024

Western meritocracy traps people in emotions of envy, shame and fear, philosophers say

The rich are getting richer, and poverty is rapidly increasing in Western countries with market economies. This growing inequality has a significant impact on the well-being of citizens......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 18th, 2024

Household slavery: "An overlooked method of enslaving people"

When discussing enslavement, attention often focuses on Africans forcibly shipped to South America. Researcher Timo McGregor's new Veni research sheds light on a lesser-known method, whereby indigenous populations were enslaved through the households.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsDec 17th, 2024

Companies issuing RTO mandates “lose their best talent”: Study

Despite the risks, firms and Trump are eager to get people back into offices. Return-to-office (RTO) mandates have caused companies to lose some of their best workers, a study tra.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsDec 17th, 2024

How to remove your personal information from the internet in 2025 with Incogni

A key aspect of staying safe online is minimizing your digital footprint, and while tools like Surfshark VPN can help, take it a step further by bringing the fight to data collectors with Incogni.Remove your personal information from the internet - I.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsDec 17th, 2024

What to do about organizational charlatans and false performers at work—study shares employee insights

Most people will know someone who talks a big game at work, but when it comes down to it, isn't as competent as they pretend to be. These "organizational charlatans" or "false performers" exist in every kind of organization, and their behaviors can n.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 17th, 2024

Children of parents not in a romantic relationship are just as happy as those in nuclear families, finds research

It's become completely normal to find a romantic partner through a bit of swiping on your phone. But could the same be about to happen for parenting? "Elective co-parenting" involves two or more people choosing to have and raise a child together outs.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 17th, 2024

Good relationships and sex education can help teens understand when behavior is abusive or controlling

Nearly half of young people aged between 13 and 17 who have been in a relationship in the past year have experienced violent or controlling behavior, according to a recent survey from charity the Youth Endowment Fund......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 17th, 2024

TikTok videos claim anyone can steal your credit cards with AirDrop

Before you start panicking: no, people can't steal your credit cards via AirDrop.Contact sharing via the iPhoneYet another TikTok conspiracy video surrounding the iPhone has taken off. This time, the rumor warns users that AirDrop could be used to gi.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsDec 17th, 2024

UK"s inland bathing sites tainted by chemical pollutants and antibiotic resistant genes, researchers find

The U.K.'s rivers are contaminated with a mixture of chemical pollutants and antibiotic resistant genes, which could be causing severe harm to people and aquatic species, according to the findings of a new study......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 17th, 2024

Study finds digital hyperconnectivity leads to employee "techno-strain"

A new study has shown that employees are experiencing mental and physical techno-strain due to being "hyperconnected" to digital technology, making it difficult for people to switch off from work......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 17th, 2024

Huge math error corrected in black plastic study; authors say it doesn’t matter

Correction issued for black plastic study that had people tossing spatulas. Editors of the environmental chemistry journal Chemosphere have posted an eye-catching correction to a.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsDec 17th, 2024

Physics and emote design: Quantifying clarity in digital images

When analyzing artworks, understanding the visual clarity of compositions is crucial. Inspired by digital artists, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) researchers from the Mechanics and Materials Unit have created a metric to quantify.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 16th, 2024

Yeast cell wall proteins offer possible alternative to emulsifiers derived from milk

Mention emulsifiers and many people might be unaware of what they are used for, but they are present in many daily products, from food to cosmetics. They keep substances that don't usually mix, like water and oil, from separating and are either synth.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 16th, 2024

Detailed bedbug genome analysis may improve pesticides

Bedbugs. Just mentioning the tiny, biting insects that live on human blood and infest mattresses, couches, and bedding strikes fear into most people. In addition to the anxiety, itching, and rashes an outbreak can cause, bedbugs can be difficult to i.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 16th, 2024

Secure your family’s digital future with pCloud’s limited-time holiday bundles [up to 60% off]

This holiday season, pCloud, the trusted cloud storage provider for over 20 million users worldwide, is offering 9to5Mac readers an unprecedented chance to safeguard their family’s digital life at unbeatable prices. Don’t miss this rare opportuni.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsDec 16th, 2024

New research shows the term "lesbian" is declining in popularity. The reasons why are complex

Run your eyes down a list of famous women who have recently come out and you're likely to see people describe themselves as pansexual, bisexual or queer, or insist on their right not to label their sexuality at all. With one or two notable exceptions.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsDec 16th, 2024

Rising drought frequency poses new threats to US wildlife, study finds

People around the world are dealing with drought, so it's not shocking that it affects wildlife, too: lack of moisture contributes to habitat loss, affects how animals compete for resources, and leads to dehydration and heat stress. The surprising pa.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsDec 16th, 2024

How to remove your personal information from the internet with Incogni

A key aspect of staying safe online is minimizing your digital footprint, and while tools like Surfshark VPN can help, take it a step further by bringing the fight to data collectors with Incogni.Remove your personal information from the internet - I.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsDec 16th, 2024