Turns out your standing desk may not be so healthy for you after all
Looks like standing desks may not be so healthy after all according to study from highly reputable universities. What are the dangers to look out for?.....»»
This Herman Miller-style office chair is $96 in Walmart Black Friday sale
If you often find yourself in pain after getting up from your desk, it might be time for a new ergonomic chair, and this one will only cost you $96......»»
Apple earns 36% of Google search ad revenue through Safari, antitrust trial reveals
As the Justice Department’s antitrust trial against Google unfolds, we’re learning more about the secretive agreement between Apple and Google over Safari’s default search engine. It turns out Google gives Apple a 36% cut of its search ad reven.....»»
Google reportedly paid Samsung billions to make the Play Store the default
It turns out Google wasn’t only paying Apple to remain the default search on their iPhones. It seems that Google was also paying Samsung to make sure the Play Store was installed on their phones. The post Google reportedly paid Samsung billions to.....»»
Earthworms are our friends—but they could make the climate crisis worse if we"re not careful
Earthworms are revered for the way they nourish healthy soils, and scientific evidence validates the affection gardeners feel for these industrious invertebrates. Nevertheless, research has shown that our soil-dwelling friends may be less benevolent.....»»
Analyzing the blood of fish can show us how healthy they are
The Gulf of St. Lawrence is an invaluable resource for Canada. Fish and shellfish fisheries that date to the 16th century have remained an essential source of income for many communities, including those on the North Shore and Gaspésie or the Îles-.....»»
German big wave surfer turns to science to tame the breakers
Sebastian Steudtner already holds the world record for the largest wave ever surfed, but as the giant wave season begins, the German is looking to science and technology to chase a new high......»»
Research counters "confidence gap" stereotype for women entrepreneurs
According to one prevalent gender stereotype, women are "under-confident" in their ability to thrive as entrepreneurs. But like so many gender stereotypes, this one turns out to be false, says Jennifer Jennings, a professor in the Alberta School of B.....»»
I got Legion Glasses for gaming, but I’m actually using them for ASMR
Lenovo's Legion Glasses are a niche luxury for gamers, but it turns our they're perfect for something much more specific: ASMR......»»
Study reveals bacterial protein capable of keeping human cells healthy
Researchers at the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil, partnering with colleagues in Australia, have identified a novel bacterial protein that can keep human cells healthy even when the cells have a heavy bacterial burden. The discovery could l.....»»
M3 MacBook Pro reignites debate over 8GB RAM, and Apple memory pricing
The launch of the M3 MacBook Pro has reignited a long-standing debate over Apple’s memory tiers and pricing. A new piece describes 8GB as an insulting starting point in a 2023 professional machine, and calls Apple’s upgrade pricing “pure cor.....»»
Seagrass decline poses issues for carbon storage projects
Climate change is an ever-pressing concern, with innovative ways to remove excess carbon from the atmosphere a continued focus of scientists. One such carbon sequestration method turns to an unlikely sink—seagrass—a marine flowering plant (angios.....»»
Xbox moderation team turns to AI for help filtering a flood of user content
Automated language/vision models help evaluate player reports, Gamerpic uploads, and more. Artist interpretation of the creatures talking about your mom on Xbox Live last night. (credit: Aurich Lawson / Thinkstock) Anyon.....»»
Man"s small iPhone order turns into $100,000 iPhone 15 Pro Max mix-up
A man allegedly ordered four iPhone 15 Pro Max models from Apple and was surprised when he received 60 — a mistake totaling about $100,000.According to TikTok user Giovanni Petruzziello, he had ordered one 1TB iPhone 15 Pro Max for himself in Septe.....»»
20 reasons why Love Actually is still great
Love Actually turns 20 today, so here are 20 reasons why this beloved British classic is still great, actually......»»
Old data from Kepler turns up a system with seven planets
NASA's Kepler mission ended in 2018 after more than nine years of fruitful planet-hunting. The space telescope discovered thousands of planets, many of which bear its name. But it also generated an enormous amount of data that exoplanet scientists ar.....»»
Saturday Citations: Moon origins, rat whimsy, microgravity orientation. Plus: Starfish are bodiless heads, it turns out
Good morrow and a cheerful week's end to you. This week, we reported on notable developments in the lack of starfish body development. Physicists used a new method to revisit the planetary collision that likely formed the moon and might have found ch.....»»
Everyone Was Wrong About Why Cats Purr
Cats purr when they’re happy and kittens purr so their mothers can find them. But it turns out purring may be more like a snore than a smile......»»
New article argues that human right to the environment must be recognized in order to restore our planet
A new article by environmental lawyer Prof. Nicholas A. Robinson sees the recognition of the Human Right to the Environment (HRE) as a first step in a long process of restoring a healthy environment for people and the planet......»»
Acquiring green firms can be healthy for a firm"s bottom line, says new research
There is some good news for companies looking to add to their green credentials. According to a new Concordia-led study, when firms acquire businesses specializing in green technologies or green brands, the buyer usually sees positive stock market re.....»»
Arctic archipelago turns the page on its mining past
At the old Svea mine in the Arctic, broken railway tracks overgrown with weeds lead nowhere. Of the hundred buildings that once made up the town, there's almost nothing left......»»