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TikTok says orange cats are "dumb" and tortoiseshell cats have "an attitude"—but how true is that?

If you've watched cat videos on social media lately, you may have encountered the idea a cat's coat color tells us something about their personality......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgJan 15th, 2024

One in three domestic abuse victims is male. Here"s why we need to talk about them

When you think about domestic violence, you probably imagine a tall, powerful man overpowering his female partner. This is the image that is usually shown in media, films and true crime documentaries. But it is not just men who commit violence and ab.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Acer Swift 14 AI review: battery life for days

The Acer Swift 14 AI is a very good 14-inch laptop at a price that's reasonable but not a true bargain. But its battery life is what stands out the most......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024

Video resource aids vets in assessing cat pain

Cats are masters at masking their pain, a natural instinct to avoid attracting predators. However, this poses a challenge for the veterinarians and care teams who must assess and manage pain in cats......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsDec 3rd, 2024

People will share misinformation that sparks “moral outrage”

People can tell it's not true, but if they're outraged by it, they'll share anyway. Rob Bauer, the chair of a NATO military committee, reportedly said, “It is more competent not.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsDec 2nd, 2024

Brief scientific literacy interventions may quash new conspiracy theories

The more time you spend on social media, the likelier you are to have come across a viral post that seems too strange to be true. Brief scientific literacy interventions, especially those that focus on critical thinking skills, may help to undermine.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 2nd, 2024

Infinity Nikki review: stylish open-world adventure is a dream come true

Infinity Nikki combines Breath of the Wild, Mario Odyssey, and Genshin Impact into one incredibly delightful open-world adventure that's destined for success......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsDec 2nd, 2024

Instagram and TikTok used to recruit money mules; risk prison and bank account ban

A law enforcement agency has said that both Instagram and TikTok are increasingly being used to recruit money mules, who are either knowingly or unknowingly helping criminal gangs to launder money. Those caught face prison sentences of up to 14 ye.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsDec 2nd, 2024

10 best movies based on true crimes, ranked

From violent mobsters to criminal strippers to one of the most notorious serial killers ever, here are 10 movies that all true crime fans need to see......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsDec 1st, 2024

Returning the Amazon Rainforest to Its True Caretakers

Indigenous peoples forced from the Amazon rainforest are finally getting the legal power to return—and it’s not only about justice. Under their stewardship, the forests can thrive......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsNov 29th, 2024

How queen bees and wasps set backyards abuzz in readiness for summer

As we transition to warmer weather in the austral summer, many changes take place. Domestic dogs and cats may shed winter coats. Fish such as bass and trout prepare fat reserves for migrations to deeper waters. And social insect queens emerge from hi.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 29th, 2024

Siri, iOS 19, and making a portable Mac mini on the AppleInsider Podcast

Now it's reportedly going to be in iOS 19 that Siri gets better, but in the meantime, Apple is celebrating the best developers' apps, and we're turning the Mac mini into a truly portable device, on the AppleInsider Podcast.It works!It's not true that.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 29th, 2024

Sly Cooper, Jak and Daxter added to PS Plus as part of 30th anniversary

PlayStation is celebrating its 30th anniversary by adding three true classics to PS Plus......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 27th, 2024

TikTok is drastically changing who can use beauty filters. Here’s what’s happening

TikTok is introducing new restrictions to better safeguard its younger users. Here’s how it plans to do it......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 27th, 2024

TikTok will ban beauty filters by under 18s over mental health impact

TikTok has announced that it is responding to new legislation in the UK and EU by introducing a ban on the use of beauty filters by those aged under 18. The ban will be implemented worldwide … more….....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 27th, 2024

Former Valve dev reveals the origin behind the iconic Orange Box

Valve's now famous Orange Box almost didn't happen, according to a former Valve developer......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 26th, 2024

The ‘new era’ for Siri will be even messier than we thought

Apple says we’re living in ‘a new era’ for Siri thanks to Apple Intelligence. Is that true? Sort of. But the answer is a whole lot messier than you might expect, and getting even more so with the latest Mark Gurman report. more….....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 26th, 2024

Sony Could be Working on a True PS Vita Successor, Reports Claim

It might be a while before we see it, however. The post Sony Could be Working on a True PS Vita Successor, Reports Claim appeared first on Phandroid. Sony’s debut of the PlayStation Portal a while back wasn’t exactly the revolu.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsNov 26th, 2024

How to recognize employment fraud before it becomes a security issue

The combination of remote work, the latest technologies, and never physically meeting your employees has made it very easy for job applicants to mask their true identities from their employer and commit employment fraud. Motivations for this type of.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsNov 26th, 2024

What delusions can tell us about the cognitive nature of belief

Delusions can sometimes turn into strongly held beliefs. Beliefs are convictions of reality that we accept as true. They provide us with the basic mental scaffolding to understan.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 24th, 2024

Kia America COO says ending EV tax credit would be dumb

Kia America COO says ending tax incentives on EVs would have a negative impact on U.S. jobs and the whole auto industry......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 24th, 2024