Psychologist explains why spite could destroy liberal democracy
As communism imploded in 1989, the American political scientist Francis Fukuyama asked if liberal democracy was "the end of history," being the form all societies were destined to take. The past decades have suggested not. Illiberal democracies and h.....»»
Apple explains why iPhone 12 was always safe to use in France, iOS 17.1 to address non-standard test that triggered non-issue
Remember the iPhone 12 radiation limit story out of France? We thought it was concluded, but Apple just dropped a bit of knowledge about exactly how it satisfied regulators in the country. more….....»»
Planet collision explains star’s brightening, then dimming
Emissions in infrared shot up, then visible light dropped two years later. Enlarge / Artist's conception of what the post-collision body of material might look like. (credit: MARK GARLICK) Planet formation is thought to.....»»
This Dyson-style cordless vacuum is $100 for Prime Day
The BISSELL PowerGlide 3080 is an incredible way to destroy pet hair in your home. It's on sale now for Prime!.....»»
iPhone 15 Plus review: the year’s most surprising iPhone
The iPhone 15 Plus kicks last year's model to the wayside, and comes back with almost everything we want from a big-screen iPhone. Our review explains more......»»
Don"t expect a budget Google Pixel phone anytime soon
A Google exec explains why we won't be getting an ultra-cheap Google Pixel phone in the near future......»»
How Europe"s authoritarian populists maintain the illusion of a free press
Authoritarian leaders might be good at damaging democracy, but unless they are pure dictators they often still need to worry about winning elections. In the last few years, Europe has seen the rise of a number of authoritarian populists who rely on w.....»»
CEO: "Why I take customer service calls"
Andy Yen, founder and CEO of tech company Proton, explains why he sometimes takes customer calls......»»
Can public financing for political campaigns affect voter participation?
Policies that provide public financing for political campaigns have gained popularity in the United States. One example is the Democracy Vouchers program that was implemented in Seattle, Washington in 2017 to potentially reduce candidates' reliance o.....»»
Three steps for getting over social media envy: Advice from a psychologist
In the past, you may have envied your neighbor when they bought a new car or went on holiday abroad when you could not. Although these feelings of envy would have been perfectly valid, they were isolated incidents that would last for a short period o.....»»
"New way of looking at nature": These naturalists explore queer ecology with geese, owls and more
As Raquel García-Álvarez guides hikers on a trail surrounding the Sand Ridge Nature Center, her remarks on flora and fauna are interrupted by geese honking. She explains, as curious onlookers admire the birds skirting the water, that there's more t.....»»
Apple Watch Series 9 review: why you should buy it right now
Should you rush out and buy the Apple Watch Series 9? Yes, but also no, depending on what's on your wrist already. Our in-depth review explains everything......»»
Your microbes live on after you die—a microbiologist explains how your necrobiome recycles your body
Each human body contains a complex community of trillions of microorganisms that are important for your health while you're alive. These microbial symbionts help you digest food, produce essential vitamins, protect you from infection and serve many o.....»»
What"s the carbon footprint of owning pet fish? An expert explains
While the environmental impact of having dogs and cats as pets has been examined to some extent, the impact of keeping pet fish has remained unexplored—until now......»»
Combating distrust online: New study explains why current messaging efforts may not be effective
New research led by the George Washington University finds that current mitigation efforts to combat distrust online may not be effective because organizations and governments tackling distrust are only targeting one topic and only one geographical s.....»»
Alan Wake 2’s Sam Lake explains Twin Peaks: The Return’s ‘bold’ influence
After playing a few hours of Alan Wake 2, creative director Sam Lake told us about the sequel's approach to mystery and Twin Peaks: The Return's influence......»»
Computer simulation explains mysterious rock patterns seen from Czech Republic to Mars
In geology, honeycombs are an intriguing pattern of small cavities on rock surfaces found in coastal regions, wet areas, deserts, and even on Mars. They are fascinating to look at in natural objects and a bane of historic buildings and monuments. Des.....»»
Weighing up risk: Making decisions about home insurance in a changing climate
A UNSW Sydney scientist explains some of the psychological processes that influence our decision making around home insurance and climate change......»»
Bloomberg: Apple handing out smaller raises to retail employees this year
Apple is slowing the rate of raises it is giving to retail employees this year, according to a new report from Bloomberg. The report explains that Apple has revealed “average annual raises” of roughly 4% for this year, returning to what was norma.....»»
Apple explains why only revised AirPods Pro 2 support lossless audio from Vision Pro
Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C charging arrive in stores today. The new hardware is more than just a revised charging case though. As we know, the updated AirPods Pro 2 will be capable of streaming lossless audio from the Vision Pro headset when.....»»
Historians race to find Great Lakes shipwrecks before quagga mussels destroy the sites
The Great Lakes' frigid fresh water used to keep shipwrecks so well preserved that divers could see dishes in the cupboards. Downed planes that spent decades underwater were left so pristine they could practically fly again when archaeologists finall.....»»