Most Americans have heard about cryptocurrencies, but far fewer have ever invested in or used them
Furthermore, a full 16 percent of those questioned say they have personally invested in, traded or otherwise used cryptocurrency at some point......»»
Emirates airline equips staff of 20,000 with iPhones, iPads to streamline flying process
Emirates airline has equipped 20,000 cabin crew members with Apple hardware, as part of its 'One Device' program to enhance in-flight services and experiences for passengers and crew.Image Credit: EmiratesOver the past year, Emirates has invested mor.....»»
New study highlights role of "social capital" in contributing to food security of Somali-American households
Despite the U.S.'s perceived wealth and abundance, food security remains a public health challenge for millions of Americans. In 2021, 13.5 million U.S. households were food insecure—meaning they did not have access at all times to enough food for.....»»
Building environmental policy on America"s support for a clean environment
Listening to some politicos on the campaign trail, it's easy to assume that most Americans are against protecting the environment and that government should simply let the market regulate itself. For decades the Gallup poll has posed a question about.....»»
Get Windows 10 Pro for 84% off, now just $30
Get Windows 10 Pro for your PC for 84% off, now only $30, and upgrade your operating system. TL;DR: As of October 9, get Windows 10 Pro for just $29.97 — an 84% discount.You’ve likely heard it before, but it’s true: Just becau.....»»
Typhur’s Sous Vide Station Might Get Me to Finally Try Water Cooking
Ever heard of Typhur? Before 2023, I was unaware of the company, but I was made familiar with their existence back when a close friend of mine showed me their own Typhur-made InstaProbe after I wouldn’t shut up about my beloved MEATER smart mea.....»»
US drinking water often contains toxic contaminants, scientist warns
Most Americans take it for granted that the water that comes out of their taps is clean and safe to drink......»»
Your iPhone will receive a test emergency alert from FEMA today, and you can’t opt out
As you’ve probably heard by now, FEMA and the FCC are conducting a nationwide test of the Public Alert and Warning System in the United States today, October 4. This means that your iPhone will sound off with an emergency alert at around 2:20 p.m......»»
Spotify audiobooks: Premium subscribers will get 15 hours of free listening per month
A reported Spotify audiobooks development has now been confirmed by the company. Paid subscribers will be able to listen to 15 hours of audiobooks at no extra cost – though Americans are not first in line. Whether or not 15 hours will let you li.....»»
Your iPhone will receive a test emergency alert from FEMA tomorrow, and you can’t opt out
As you’ve probably heard by now, FEMA and the FCC are conducting a nationwide test of the Public Alert and Warning System in the United States tomorrow, October 4. This means that your iPhone will sound off with an emergency alert at around 2:20 p......»»
Have you heard about the "whom of which" trend?
Back in the spring of 2022, professor of linguistics David Pesetsky was talking to an undergraduate class about relative clauses, which add information to sentences. For instance: "The senator, with whom we were speaking, is a policy expert." Relativ.....»»
Harassment and abuse perceived to harm poor women less: New research finds a "thicker skin" bias
People think sexual harassment and domestic abuse are less harmful for women in poverty than for higher-income women, according to four studies involving 3,052 Americans conducted by my colleagues and me. We also found that people believe women in po.....»»
Traditional downtowns are dead or dying in many US cities. What"s next for these zones?
The hollowing out of U.S. cities' office and commercial cores is a national trend with serious consequences for millions of Americans. As more people have stayed home following the COVID-19 pandemic, foot traffic has fallen. Major retail chains are c.....»»
After summer"s extreme weather, more Americans see climate change as a culprit, AP-NORC poll shows
Kathleen Maxwell has lived in Phoenix for more than 20 years, but this summer was the first time she felt fear, as daily high temperatures soared to 110 degrees or hotter and kept it up for a record-shattering 31 consecutive days......»»
Americans do talk about peace, just not the same way people do in other countries
Americans don't talk much about peace. But it turns out they care about it a lot—they just don't talk about it the way people who have experienced war or civil conflict do......»»
Spotify Supremium lossless audio – planned pricing looks to be $20/month
We first heard back in June that Spotify Supremium might be the name given to the company’s long-awaited lossless audio tier, and that now appears to have been confirmed by code found within the app. The code also contains a reference to pricing.....»»
Could spent coffee grounds provide an alternative to plastic packaging?
Next to water, coffee is the most popular beverage on Earth and is the world's second most traded good, trailing only oil. It is estimated that humans drink more than 2 billion cups of coffee per day with over 60% of Americans having a cup each day......»»
Why Americans can"t purchase cheap Chinese EVs
Logistics, safety protocols and politics, for now, are playing key roles......»»
US to again offer free COVID tests ahead of respiratory virus season
On Monday, households can order 4 free tests with shipments expected to start Oct. 2. Enlarge (credit: Getty | picture alliance) Americans will again have an opportunity to receive free at-home COVID-19 rapid tests from.....»»
First contact could turn out well for humanity
You've heard this story before. An advanced alien race comes to Earth. They offer peace and prosperity, but they hold a dark secret. One that could destroy humanity. That dark secret has varied over the years, from stealing our water, books on culina.....»»
I heard Alexa speak like a trusted friend and I don"t know how to feel
Hearing the new Alexa voice in person is making me ponder a "Her" voice assistant future.....»»