How Culture Affects the "Marshmallow Test"
A classic test of self-control can carry complex cultural biases.....»»
Examining the supernatural beliefs of medieval people, from elves and fairies to abductions and the undead
Medieval people have a reputation for being superstitious—and many of the supernatural phenomena found in the pages of medieval chronicles, miracle stories and romances are still alive in modern culture. Think ghosts, werewolves, demons, vampires,.....»»
Underwater Temple from ‘Indiana Jones Civilization’ Discovered
An ancient temple made by Arabian immigrants from the Nabataean culture has finally been found off the Italian coast.....»»
Patching problems: The “return” of a Windows Themes spoofing vulnerability
Despite two patching attempts, a security issue that may allow attackers to compromise Windows user’s NTLM (authentication) credentials via a malicious Windows themes file still affects Microsoft’s operating system, 0patch researchers hav.....»»
Test iPhone 17 models are reportedly already being developed in India
Alongside an increase in manufacturing in India, a new report says Apple has moved some iPhone 17 development and testing to the country for the first time.Render of a possible iPhone 17 designApple's devices are famously designed in California, but.....»»
Why donors should ask local communities what matters to them while deciding what success looks like
Have you ever asked a teacher whether something will be on an upcoming test to decide whether to closely pay attention to a particular lesson? Taken the long way back from a lunch break to get enough exercise to meet a goal monitored by a fitness app.....»»
AI algorithm accurately detects heart disease in dogs
Researchers have developed a machine learning algorithm to accurately detect heart murmurs in dogs, one of the main indicators of cardiac disease, which affects a large proportion of some smaller breeds such as King Charles Spaniels......»»
Kwikset Halo Select, Govee ice maker, & iPhone StandBy dock on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast we go over another new smart lock from Kwikset, talk about the viral iPhone StandBy dock, and test the Govee smart ice maker.HomeKit Insider PodcastKwikset has launched the new Halo Select smart lock tha.....»»
Why do kids cheat? Is it normal, or should I be worried?
Everyone knows a kid who cheats at Monopoly or backyard cricket. Perhaps they have even cheated on a test at school......»»
Satellite photos show Israel hit Iran former nuclear weapons test building, missile facilities, researchers say
Satellite photos show Israel hit Iran former nuclear weapons test building, missile facilities, researchers say.....»»
Apple Intelligence Image Playground, Genmoji testers face long wait
Apple says it will be allowing access to forthcoming image-creation tools like Image Wand, Genmoji, and Image Playground "over the coming weeks," making for an unusually long waitlist for testers.Developers are waiting to test the Apple Intelligence.....»»
Are Boeing’s problems beyond fixable?
A new CEO promises a culture change as the aerospace titan is struggling hard. As Boeing’s latest chief executive, Kelly Ortberg’s job was never going to be easy. On Wednesday.....»»
Report: Apple ran ‘highly secretive’ test of blood glucose app
A new report from Bloomberg today details that Apple quietly tested an app this year designed to “help people with prediabetes manage their food intake and make lifestyle changes.” The test comes as Apple continues its work on a noninvasive.....»»
Apple News+ adds Sudoku to the puzzle collection in iOS 18.2
Apple has added sudoku to its collection of puzzles in Apple News+, giving another way for subscribers to test their brainpower every day.Sudoku for Apple News+Apple News+ offers subscribers in the United States and Canada a selection of puzzles that.....»»
A new test can determine if you have the right attitude to achieve your goals
It takes a lot to succeed with ambitious goals. Among other things, we need passion and belief that we will succeed, and we usually need support from others. However, we also need to have the right attitude—the right mindset, one that makes us will.....»»
Blizzard is finally bringing 6v6 matches back to Overwatch 2 — for now
After a lot of consideration, Blizzard is set to add 6v6 back into Overwatch 2, although only in some test modes to start......»»
New AirPods Pro 2 firmware now available for iOS 18.1’s hearing health features
Apple has just released new firmware for ahead of iOS 18.1’s launch next week. This firmware update brings support for the powerful new health features: Hearing Test, Hearing Aid, and Hearing Protection. more….....»»
Cultural burning isn"t just important to Indigenous culture—it"s essential to Australia"s disaster management
Last month, Australia's newly appointed minister for emergency management, Senator Jenny McAllister, and Senator Tony Sheldon, special envoy for disaster recovery, took part in a cultural burn outside Lismore in New South Wales, as part of the Nation.....»»
Apple Intelligence -- The test applications that paved the way for Apple"s generative AI
Apple Intelligence is the product of more than a year's worth of tireless testing. Here's what Apple engineers used to ensure the quality of their AI software.Internally, Apple used multiple test applications ahead of the Apple Intelligence launch.Fo.....»»
Texas man, caught up in dealerships" feud, ticketed for missing license plate during test drive
Longo Toyota of Prosper said it was the first such incident, but police reportedly told the man they were having problems with area dealerships......»»
Wayve, a British automated driving startup, embarks on U.S. expansion
British automated driving startup Wayve has opened an office in Sunnyvale, Calif., where it will locate a test fleet that's learning how to drive on American roads......»»