Here’s a first look at Bluesky, the decentralized social network from Twitter’s cofounder
Twitter cofounder Jack Dorsey recently launched his new social network Bluesky on the App Store as a “private beta.” Although new members need an invitation to join Bluesky, there are already a few thousand people there – and I was able to tak.....»»
Africa"s cities are growing chaotically fast, but there"s still time to get things right, say experts
Cities are vital engines of economic growth, innovation and social progress. They shape the futures of nations and the lives of millions......»»
Why free VPNs aren"t always safe to use
A VPN is meant to protect you and your data, but that's not always the case when it comes to free services. Here's why you should be wary of no-cost VPN services.VPNs are available for the iPhone and other hardwarePaying for a Virtual Private Network.....»»
Deaf male mosquitoes don"t mate, researchers discover
Romance is a complex affair in humans. There's personality, appearance, seduction, all manner of physical and social cues. Mosquitoes are much more blunt. Mating occurs for a few seconds in midair. And all it takes to woo a male is the sound of a fem.....»»
Best iPhone 16 Pro pictures I’ve seen yet
Last week, we invited the 9to5Mac community on social media to share their best iPhone 16 Pro shots with us. We received hundreds of awe-inspiring replies that showcased the camera system’s capability. Here’s a handful that stood out as the best.....»»
Elon Musk turns X’s block button into a “glorified mute button”
X change lets blocked users see posts made by the people who blocked them. X, formerly Twitter, is now letting blocked users see posts made by the people who blocked them. "We're.....»»
New book explores the relationship between beauty and crisis
Creating and nurturing beauty in dark times helps us endure another day. Beauty can help us appraise how we live and how we can build better lives. Its presence or absence is a critique of the social and political structures that are necessary to all.....»»
Guns, militia and social media amplify the risks of political violence during the US election
Political violence is hardly new to America. Since the country's inception, gunmen have shaped its political landscape, from the Civil War to the Ku Klux Klan, to high-profile assassinations and the bombing of federal buildings. Yet the threat of pol.....»»
Can We Live on $100k Per Year? We Have $2.5 Million Saved and $40k in Social Security Benefits at 67
Can We Live on $100k Per Year? We Have $2.5 Million Saved and $40k in Social Security Benefits at 67.....»»
Millions of Synology NAS devices vulnerable to zero-click attacks (CVE-2024-10443)
Synology has released fixes for an unauthenticated “zero-click” remote code execution flaw (CVE-2024-10443, aka RISK:STATION) affecting its popular DiskStation and BeeStation network attached storage (NAS) devices. About CVE-2024-10443 CV.....»»
A physicist and his cat "reveal" the equation of cat motion
In the social media age, there is little doubt about who is the star of the animal kingdom. Cats rule the screens just as their cousins, the lions, rule the savanna. Thanks to Erwin Schrödinger, this feline also has a place of honor in the history o.....»»
I’m single, retired and saved $2.3 million, but I’m still planning to take my Social Security early. Is that a stupid decision?
I’m single, retired and saved $2.3 million, but I’m still planning to take my Social Security early. Is that a stupid decision?.....»»
Chicago Sports Network wraps up its first month with Bulls and Blackhawks seasons in full swing — but no Comcast deal in sight
Chicago Sports Network wraps up its first month with Bulls and Blackhawks seasons in full swing — but no Comcast deal in sight.....»»
What’s new on Paramount+ in November 2024
Landman, The Agency, The Dead Don't Hurt, The Social Network, The Hurt Locker, Taxi Driver, and more are all coming to Paramount+ in November 2024......»»
Social media star Peanut the Squirrel has been euthanized after being seized from NY home
Social media star Peanut the Squirrel has been euthanized after being seized from NY home.....»»
Citizen science platforms reveal more resources needed to protect birds in Germany
Member states of the European Union are obliged to designate Special Protection Areas (SPAs) as part of the Natura 2000 network. These areas are designed to guarantee the preservation and restoration of bird populations. However, due to the paucity o.....»»
Tech billionaire Elon Musk"s social media posts have had a "sudden boost" since July, new research reveals
On July 13, shortly after Donald Trump was targeted by an assassination attempt, Elon Musk, the billionaire owner of X (formerly Twitter), tweeted to his more than 200 million followers:.....»»
Recruiting the world"s first disabled astronaut doesn"t mean space travel is inclusive—here"s how to change that
In the past, spaceflight was the preserve of government-funded astronauts who had to meet stringent physical, cognitive, psychological and social requirements for selection. But in recent years, that has all been changing......»»
Q&A: Navigating the minefield of election disinformation
With the U.S. general election less than a week away, social media platforms and online spaces are saturated with a deluge of campaign ads and messaging. A concerning mix of disinformation and misinformation is woven into this content, making it a ch.....»»
These 3 Important Social Security Changes Were Just Announced. Did You Miss Them?
These 3 Important Social Security Changes Were Just Announced. Did You Miss Them?.....»»
Lottie Player supply chain compromise: Sites, apps showing crypto scam pop-ups
A supply chain compromise involving Lottie Player, a widely used web component for playing site and app animations, has made popular decentralized finance apps show pop-ups urging users to connect their wallets, TradingView has reported. The pop-up (.....»»