The spread of weighing systems across Western Eurasia 4,000 years ago
Knowing the weight of a commodity provides an objective way to value goods in the marketplace. But did a self-regulating market even exist in the Bronze Age? And what can weight systems tell us about this? A team of researchers from the University of.....»»
Western media outlets are trying to fix their coverage of Africa. Is it time African media did the same?
Quick question: what do these titles have in common? A Dark Continent Seeking Light; Sure, Ebola is Bad. Africa has Worse, or; Magic and Cannibalism in the African Jungle. You guessed it—they're all about Africa. But the most correct answer is they.....»»
Seven years on, study reveals #MeToo"s unexpected impact on consumer behavior
Seven years after actor Alyssa Milano's tweet launched the #MeToo movement into the global consciousness, attitudes towards sexual harassment and assault have shifted in many countries. A new study shows that the movement's impact doesn't stop there......»»
Scientists highlight overlooked threats to Arctic coasts amid climate change
As climate change rapidly transforms Arctic marine systems, the dramatic image of a polar bear struggling on a melting ice floe has become symbolic of the region's environmental crisis. But scientists argue that coastal Arctic ecosystems are undergoi.....»»
The Alienware Aurora R16 with i9 and RTX 4090 is almost $1,000 off
Unleash the fury of a powerhouse PC when you game with the Alienware Aurora R16 with an Intel Core i9, now on sale at Dell for $3,700......»»
Best Buy just cut the price of the 65-inch LG B4 OLED TV by $1,000
This LG OLED TV deal is absolutely insane! Save $1,000 when you purchase the LG B4 Series OLED from Best Buy......»»
Acer’s 57-inch ultrawide is the most insane monitor I’ve ever reviewed
The Acer Predator Z57 is as insane as you think it is, but after spending a few weeks with the massive monitor, I'm struggling to justify the $2,000 price tag......»»
Windows 11 24H2, the biggest update in two years, starts rolling out today
Windows 11's third annual update includes a subtle under-the-hood overhaul. Enlarge (credit: Microsoft) Microsoft will begin rolling this year's annual Windows 11 update out to consumers starting today, the company annou.....»»
To build a giant sheep, man spends 10 years smuggling, cloning, and inseminating
He takes his hobbies seriously. Enlarge / A male argali sheep in the wild. (credit: Getty Images) Readers of a certain age might remember Dolly, a Finn-Dorset sheep born in 1996 to three mothers and some proud Scottish s.....»»
Halcyon offers ransomware protection for Linux environments
As an integral part of the Halcyon Anti-Ransomware Platform, Halcyon Linux offers protection against ransomware attacks targeting Linux systems. While ransomware operators were once almost exclusively focused on targeting Windows environments, the in.....»»
Veeam Recon Scanner identifies adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures
Veeam Software announced the addition of new Veeam Recon Scanner technology to Veeam Data Platform. This technology, developed by Coveware by Veeam, draws on years of experience in cyber-extortion incident response and the largest database of cyber i.....»»
Many Dockworkers Make $150,000 or More. Why They’re Going on Strike.
Many Dockworkers Make $150,000 or More. Why They’re Going on Strike......»»
A Gen Xer with a master"s degree hasn"t found work in 9 years. He says he"s only landed four interviews.
A Gen Xer with a master"s degree hasn"t found work in 9 years. He says he"s only landed four interviews......»»
I"m 65 and set to retire with $500,000 in the bank. How long will that last?
I"m 65 and set to retire with $500,000 in the bank. How long will that last?.....»»
Apple silently removes Beddit apps from iOS App Store
It’s been seven years since Apple acquired Beddit, a platform specializing in sleep monitoring. In 2022, the company began phasing out Beddit products by removing them from retail stores. Now Apple has also removed Beddit apps from the iOS App Stor.....»»
After 50 years, iconic Kansas City counterculture shop is closing; sales are underway
After 50 years, iconic Kansas City counterculture shop is closing; sales are underway.....»»
Cancer spread to Jimmy Carter"s brain 9 years ago. Here"s how he"s lived so long.
Cancer spread to Jimmy Carter"s brain 9 years ago. Here"s how he"s lived so long......»»
How the Taliban"s new "vice and virtue" law erases women by justifying violence against them
Since returning to power three years ago, the Taliban have been enforcing oppressive laws that violate people's freedoms and human rights, especially those of women and girls......»»
Online misinformation most likely to be believed by ideological extremists, study shows
Political observers have been troubled by the rise of online misinformation—a concern that has grown as we approach Election Day. However, while the spread of fake news may pose threats, a new study finds that its influence is not universal. Rather.....»»
Hubble captures stellar nurseries in majestic spiral galaxy IC 1954
This image from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope features the spiral galaxy IC 1954, located 45 million light-years from Earth in the constellation Horologium. It sports a glowing bar in its core, majestically winding spiral arms, and clouds of da.....»»
Here’s how much the iPhone camera has changed in 10 years
This comparison shows that the iPhone 6 camera is probably a lot better than you remember, despite the past decade of improvements......»»