How to be a good listener, and how to know when you"re doing it right
Being a good listener means having empathy. But empathy is one of the most misunderstood listening skills......»»
75-inch mini-LED TV for just $10 per inch with this deal
This TV has been marked down to be $10 per inch from diagonal to diagonal. Is that a good deal?.....»»
Healthy soils are good for your gut, brain and well-being, researcher says
Often overlooked, soil is one of our planet's largest living ecosystems and the foundation of our lives. It provides 95% of our food, supports global biodiversity and helps balance the climate by storing atmospheric carbon......»»
FAA lets SpaceX get back to launches, but Polaris Dawn awaits good weather
SpaceX got the OK to fly again from the Federal Aviation Administration and didn't waste any time knocking out launches from both Florida and California early Saturday, but the crewed Polaris Dawn launch remains on hold because of weather......»»
The good and bad about the 2025 Volvo EX90, the company’s new electric SUV
Some of the EX90's features won't be enabled until next year. Enlarge / After launching some smaller and cheaper electric vehicles, it was time for Volvo to push the boat out with a flagship SUV, the EX90. (credit: Jonathan Gitli.....»»
3 underrated (HBO) Max movies you should watch this weekend (August 30-September 1)
Need something good to watch this weekend? Then stream these (HBO) Max movies starring Gwyneth Paltrow, Colin Farrell, Robert De Niro, Ethan Hawke, and others......»»
3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (August 30-September 1)
Need some good films to watch on Netflix this weekend? Then stream these three underrated movies with Ryan Reynolds, Jake Gyllenhaal, Matt Damon, and more......»»
Texas judge decides Texas is a perfectly good venue for X to sue Media Matters
Judge says Musk critic "targeted" advertisers in Texas, denies motion to dismiss. Enlarge / Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks at Tesla's "Cyber Rodeo" on April 7, 2022, in Austin, Texas. (credit: Getty Images | AFP/Suzanne Cordeiro).....»»
How long do laptops really last?
Laptops can last a long time, but the experience of using them will worsen over time, so regular updates are still a good idea......»»
Broken Sonos app roadmap now available on Trello for all to see
Whether you use Sonos or not, there’s a good chance you’ve heard about the broken Sonos app and its endless redesign troubles. In response to user frustration about the new app’s shortcomings, Sonos has launched a public roadmap for its future......»»
NASA record holder can relate to astronauts stuck in space. He was, too
NASA's record-holding astronaut is urging his two stuck-in-space colleagues to stay positive and "keep up the good work.".....»»
TorGuard review: a fast, cheap VPN that makes some trade-offs
I reviewed TorGuard one of the cheapest VPNs to find out just how good and this bargain-priced privacy solution can be......»»
Drowning tomatoes for science
I can barely hear Esther Ngumbi over the roar of greenhouse fans as she shows me around her rooftop laboratory in Morrill Hall. The benches are full of tomato plants, and the tomatoes don't look good. Half of the plants are submerged in bins of water.....»»
Research connects happy keywords to happier shoppers
New research from the University of Georgia Terry College of Business shows consumers use "happier" words to search for products when they are in a good mood. Researchers have connected those positive search terms with an increased likelihood of clic.....»»
Researcher discusses two measures that predict effective managers
Good managers are hard to find. Most companies pick managers based on personality traits, age, or experience—and according to a recent National Bureau of Economic Research working paper, they may be doing it wrong......»»
There’s more good news about the upcoming M4 MacBook Pros
Apple has reportedly begun mass production of new-generation MacBook Pros, giving us yet more reason to expect a launch before the end of the year......»»
I was ready to write off this new ThinkPad, but it surprised me
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 is a reasonably fast 14-inch laptop with very good battery life. It would be a better option for business if it had a lower price......»»
One big reason you may want to hold out for the iPhone 17
If you don’t upgrade every year, and were planning on buying an iPhone 16, a leaker with a solid track record has just given a potentially good reason to hold out for the iPhone 17 instead. According to their Weibo post, the iPhone 17 will get 1.....»»
New photos give us another look at Samsung’s upcoming iPad rivals
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra tablets should be coming soon — and we now have a good idea of what they'll look like......»»
All Experts in Star Wars Outlaws and where to find them
Kay is good in Star Wars Outlaws, but still has a lot to learn. Experts are the only way to learn new skills, so you will need to find them all to survive......»»
How to lockpick in Star Wars Outlaws
Locks in Star Wars Outlaws don't work like they do in most video games. You will need a keen ear and good timing to crack them, plus this guide to get started......»»