Disasters can wipe out affordable housing forever unless communities plan ahead
The tornadoes and wildfires that devastated communities from Kentucky to Colorado in the final weeks of 2021 left thousands of people displaced or homeless. For many of them, it will be months if not years before their homes are rebuilt......»»
How large language models are changing collective intelligence
Within teams, organizations, markets and online communities, ideas from a larger group can help to solve complex problems. Large language models (LLMs) are emerging as powerful tools to unlock even greater potential. Picture an online forum where tho.....»»
Plan to overturn commercial whaling moratorium sinks in Peru
A four-decade-old moratorium on commercial whaling will remain in force after a proposal to overturn it was withdrawn Thursday at a meeting of the International Whaling Commission (IWC) in Peru's capital Lima......»»
Study finds strong link between childhood opportunities and educational attainment, earnings as a young adult
The number of educational opportunities that children accrue at home, in early education and care, at school, in afterschool programs, and in their communities as they grow up are strongly linked to their educational attainment and earnings in early.....»»
The 85-inch Samsung QN90D TV is $1,800 off — no kidding!
The Samsung 85-inch QN90D is something truly special and it's currently on sale at $1,800 off making it more affordable for some......»»
The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra brings AI to a big tablet
At an event in New York City today, Samsung unveiled its new affordable phone — the — and its latest tablet lineup. The first flagship products powered by a MediaTek processor in the U.S., the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S10 Plus bring th.....»»
How to cancel your Max subscription
Is it time to part ways with your Max subscription? Here’s how to cancel your plan in just a few simple steps......»»
Samsung’s affordable Galaxy Watch FE finally has an LTE option
There's a new Galaxy Watch FE version set to arrive in just a few days. It looks just like the Galaxy Watch FE released in June, except in one important way......»»
Xiaomi’s Newest Budget Smartwatch is Crazy Affordable
The wearable was teased not too long ago, and comes in priced at just around $50. The post Xiaomi’s Newest Budget Smartwatch is Crazy Affordable appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re after a relatively new and affordable weara.....»»
OpenAI plans tectonic shift from nonprofit to for-profit, giving Altman equity
Under plans that have attracted criticism, shift may give Altman 7% equity in the firm. Enlarge (credit: Benj Edwards / OpenAI) On Wednesday, Reuters reported that OpenAI is working on a plan to restructure its core busi.....»»
KEF’s affordable new Q Series speakers get an audiophile upgrade
KEF has upgraded its Q Series speakers with its Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT), delivering high-end audiophile sound at a fair price......»»
This affordable gaming laptop from HP just got $500 cheaper
Best Buy has cut the price of the popular HP Victus 16 gaming laptop so it's even more affordable for gamers on a budget......»»
We gave this Asus OLED laptop a four star review — it’s half off today
The Asus Vivobook Pro 16X might be two years old but it remains a great laptop and it's even more affordable now while it's on sale at Amazon......»»
Cox asks court to block Rhode Island plan for broadband expansions
Cox disputes speed tests, claims it serves areas eligible for broadband grants. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Adrienne Bresnahan) Cox Communications asked a court to block Rhode Island's plan for distributing $108.7 mi.....»»
OpenAI asked US to approve energy-guzzling 5GW data centers, report says
OpenAI stokes China fears to woo US approvals for huge data centers, report says. Enlarge (credit: Anadolu / Contributor | Anadolu) OpenAI hopes to convince the White House to approve a sprawling plan that would place 5-.....»»
Cox sues state in attempt to block $109 million in funding for rival ISPs
Cox disputes speed tests, claims it serves areas eligible for broadband grants. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Adrienne Bresnahan) Cox Communications asked a court to block Rhode Island's plan for distributing $108.7 mi.....»»
Climate scientists sound alarm over Asia"s rising seas
Immediate action is needed at all levels to protect communities in the Asia Pacific from sea levels that are rising significantly faster than the global average, say climate scientists ahead of the next key UN climate summit......»»
The Meta Quest 3S is official, making mixed-reality gaming more affordable
Learn more about Meta's new Quest 3S, a budget-priced mixed reality headset with many of the best features of the $500 Quest 3......»»
Climatologists develop more accurate El Niño Southern Oscillation forecasts
Australian climatologists closely monitor atmospheric and oceanic conditions to assess the risk of El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) events occurring, which can lead to devastating natural disasters, however these predictions have become somewhat.....»»
EU backs plan to downgrade wolf protection status
EU member states on Wednesday voted in favor of lowering the protection status of wolves, a move decried by conservationists that paves the way for a relaxation of tight hunting restrictions......»»
Get ready for Christmas early with this Lego advent calendar deal
The Lego City Advent Calendar 2024, a Lego set that will help make the countdown to Christmas even more exciting, is on sale from Amazon for an affordable $26......»»