Mary Jo Foley: In a perfect world, Microsoft would take security seriously again. It would be transparent about breaches. Its execs would stop gloating about increasing security service revenue at a time when Microsoft can’t secure its own employees, let alone customers, against … | Continue reading
This breakthrough shows that it may be possible to harvest solar energy directly from space cost-effectively. Scientists achieve 'world-first' technological breakthrough in quest to extract solar power from space: 'Harnessing the power of space to benefit life on Earth' first app … | Continue reading
Like the video games before it, Fallout is a hit. The Prime Video series is getting a second season, which means we’ll get to see what’s next for Ella Purnell’s Lucy. After leaving the artificial confines of Vault 33, she got a crash course in surface-dwelling life in the post-ap … | Continue reading
A partnership between Moderna and OpenAI provides a real-world example of what can happen when a company leans into generative AI. | Continue reading
alpaca-clouds: Alright, let me talk about one thing in terms of accessibility in science fiction settings - and Solarpunk specifically - that also has more than one side to it: Cars and accessibility. Because it is more complicated than you’d thing. See: The fact that our world i … | Continue reading
Guests will soon be able to get an insider’s look at “Drawn to Life,” the dazzling live theatrical production presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney, with an all-new behind-the-scenes experience coming in May 2024. The Details Called the “Page to Stage Signature Experience,” th … | Continue reading
Love all things mushroom home decor right now? Time to go to World Market! READ MORE... | Continue reading
Dive into the world of functional programming in Java and through declarative programming we can able write a better and concise code. The post Java: Functional Programming f(x) – Part1 appeared first on foojay. | Continue reading
Part of job is to take photos and create documentation. Today, while I was taking photos from the construction site, I wondered how does this ‘photography’ works. Like how is it possible to tap on a screen and capture a moment of life and save that view forever? Ever thought abou … | Continue reading
If you thought Lego’s space toys for May were limited to the world of Star Wars, think again—the toymaker’s latest reveals bring things back to our time and our galaxy, and they combine stunning engineering with incredible art. Read more... | Continue reading
io9 talked to cult filmmaker Don Coscarelli when he released his memoir in 2018. Now, the director of Phantasm I-IV, as well as Bubba Ho-Tep, The Beastmaster, and John Dies at the End, is trying something new: fiction. Or rather, Phiction—a book of short stories that explores “ta … | Continue reading
Total War: Warhammer III’s latest update, Patch 5.0, brings new content and characters to the Old World. Creative Assembly, the… Continue reading Total War: Warhammer III Patch 5.0 – what to expect The post Total War: Warhammer III Patch 5.0 – what to expect appeared first on Rea … | Continue reading
Hasbro is working with Sony on bringing Clue back to the world of film and TV. The producers of Dead Boy Detectives tease the new adaptation. Plus, Furiosa gets rated. Spoilers, away! Read more... | Continue reading
In order for Swedish life science to be able to grow and compete internationally, active collaborative arenas and actors are needed to set the ball rolling. Functions are needed for cooperation and control that drive development forward. A report shows, among other things, how st … | Continue reading
Ministerial events of the OECD Science and Technology Policy Ministerial, in Paris, France, April 23, 2024. Photo credits: Maud Bernos / OECD Science ministers from across the world have endorsed a new approach to how new technologies are regulated, warning that governments need … | Continue reading
Ministerial events of the OECD Science and Technology Policy Ministerial, in Paris, France, April 23, 2024. Photo credits: Maud Bernos / OECD Science ministers from across the world have endorsed a new approach to how new technologies are regulated, warning that governments need … | Continue reading
The EHang EH216-S autonomous flying taxi is the first eVTOL ready for mass production and could lead the way for flying cars around the world. | Continue reading
A new study has found that Camp Amersfoort played a more significant role in the persecution and extermination of Jews during the Second World War than originally thought. The... | Continue reading
This week, I am joined by Tanya O’Callaghan, a musician, speaker, and activist, to discuss her unconventional journey from Ireland to a globally touring rock musician dedicated to advocacy. She talks about her roots volunteering at an animal shelter, her unexpected rise through L … | Continue reading
David Stile knew his air conditioner wasn’t long for this world. It was already 24 years old — ancient for an AC — and he wanted to replace it before it broke. The project would come with hassle and expense, but in it Stile also saw an opportunity. He could switch over to a heat … | Continue reading
As the driest nonpolar desert in the world, the Atacama Desert in northern Chile is home to very few species of plants and animals. With rainfall often occurring only once a decade, the desert is so dry that NASA uses it as a stand-in for the Martian landscape. But what’s living … | Continue reading
I really enjoyed this skewering of The Ethicist, the New York Times’ moral dilemmas column. This person may be the perfect example of an Ethicist reader. They’re peeved about a perceived transgression that doesn’t affect them in any way, or really harm anyone (the store gets its … | Continue reading
Lydia Bourouiba’s research on fluid dynamics influenced new guidance from the World Health Organization that will shape how health agencies respond to respiratory infectious diseases. | Continue reading
Tiny houses come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, but this is the first example we've seen that's modeled after a World War II airplane. Named the Monocoque Cabin, the unusual dwelling is defined by an eye-catching curving exterior and comes with lots of options, including its i … | Continue reading
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If you’ve read Blake Crouch’s 2016 novel Dark Matter—and a lot of people have, considering it’s a best-seller—you’re probably wondering how the upcoming Apple TV+ adaptation will handle the high-concept gimmick that propels the story: a box, designed by a genius that’s one versio … | Continue reading
Amazon has been providing deep discounts on hundreds of Kindle books on account of World Book Day which is celebrated on April 23. This should bring cheers to hard-core book lovers who are looking to replenish their stock with new titles. They stand to make some serious savings t … | Continue reading
Seekink, a leading player in the field of e-paper display technology, will be showcasing its latest advancements at the prestigious Touch Taiwan 2024 expo in Taipei. Guided by a strong ethos, Seekink places great emphasis on fostering an eco-friendly and sustainable world, someth … | Continue reading
The concept of tolerance has weighed heavily upon Disney+ seriesX-Men ‘97. And now as the world and what is left of mutantkind looks upon the ruins of Genosha, the series is ready to grit its teeth and show some fangs, giving us righteously bitter examination of just where the mo … | Continue reading
SpaceX, the world leader in rocket launches, is increasingly coming under scrutiny for its workplace practices. A recent safety review performed by Reuters highlights an upsetting trend at the aerospace company. For the second year in a row, injury rates at SpaceX far exceed the … | Continue reading
Isaiah Berlin, “The Originality of Machiavelli”: The ideals of Christianity are charity, mercy, sacrifice, love of God, forgiveness of enemies, contempt for the goods of this world, faith in the life hereafter, belief in the salvation of the individual soul as being of incomparab … | Continue reading
In the previous posts, we’ve gone through the excruciating fun of installing Rhapsody DR2, and of course built the Rhapsody kernel from source. But now it’s time to build the software that can build software. Enter the apt* Of course … Continue reading → | Continue reading
I know the secret to making your dreams come true. In an essay written for New Philosopher magazine (content not available online), Oliver Burkman discusses what's called Littlewood's Law, named for a British mathematician by the name of John Edensor Littlewood: Let's suppose . . … | Continue reading
Ha! A mistaken vocal inflection produced by the waitress when you mentioned you have a boat. Oh! Often produced involuntarily when you realize you are much kinkier than you thought you were. Wham! Your drunk uncle describing the impact of his 2018 Dodge Ram during his first DUI. … | Continue reading
Every technology is a transitional technology. This book makes the case that the complexity of modern technology is, well, complex! Systems are designed by so many people that their outputs are an utter mystery to anyone - even those deeply enmeshed within them. It is somewhat sc … | Continue reading
OpenStreetMaps (OSM) is known for being an open source project that allows people to browse the world map and to plan routes. However it is more than that. Among others it provides a read-only API that allows users to query for very diverse map data: Overpass API ⚠️ This post lin … | Continue reading
"SWOT can fill the data gap for when places like this, and others around the world, become inundated." New NASA technology captures images of ancient lake reemergence from space: 'Developing one of the most detailed and comprehensive views of the planet' first appeared on The Coo … | Continue reading
Ever since its launch, we thought Vermont's Beta Technologies might prove itself the real deal in an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) world dominated by renderings, concepts, prototypes and other "maybe somedays." Continue Reading Category: Aircraft, Transport Tags: … | Continue reading
As a JVM Sustaining Engineer, my focus has always been on discovering ways to make it easier to diagnose and troubleshoot JVM issues, enhancing JVM serviceability, and enabling users gain critical insights into their Java runtime environments. Recently, I have ventured into the w … | Continue reading
In a not-so-distant future, tech giant Pegazus offers couples the opportunity to share their pregnancies via detachable artificial wombs or pods. And so begins Rachel and Alvy's wild ride to parenthood in this brave new world. Rating: 6/10 | Continue reading
Situated right in downtown Mumbai, India is an area of about 55 acres of dense, overgrown forest. In one of the most populous cities in the world, this is a place where peacocks roam freely — a space out of time. This forest is protected by a religious community. It has survived … | Continue reading
For many around the world, Kindle is the last word when it comes to having the best e-book reading experience. They are lightweight and compact, have excellent displays, and are feature-rich. Not to mention, they are backed by one of the largest e-book stores in the world. So far … | Continue reading
Bluesky is built by around 10 engineers, and has amassed 5 million users since publicly launching in February this year. A deep dive into novel design decisions, moving off AWS, and more. | Continue reading
This article was written by Scott Jenson and Michael DiTullo A few recent tech writers have leaked that the new AirPods case will likely have a touch screen. Other earbud makers have tried this as well but it's Apple, so people will naturally have strong opinions, and we're no di … | Continue reading
In an excellent, deep-dive Alice Evans looks at patriarchy in Egypt using pictures drawn from four thousand years of history. Here are three examples. A wealthy woman, shown at right circa 116 CE. Unveiled, immodest, looking out at the world. A person to be reckoned with. After t … | Continue reading
As it is, the world is a crazy place. Therefore, as it is,we all need to find a place,or a refuge of some sort,or way, a means to an end, or to find some kind of balance,in an unbalanced world,which is why I am here. This is my art.And this is my inspiration.This is all […] | Continue reading
The Bond Girl. The phrase itself is a source of celebration and contention. Few other thriller writers before Ian Fleming placed such emphasis on creating rounded female protagonists with their own backgrounds, motives and agency. Few other action films attract such attention wit … | Continue reading