“The Moses Option.” Paul Kingsnorth writes against the dangerous allure of activism: “What is the ‘solution’ to our modern ‘problem’? For a start, it is to stop thinking like that, because that is Machine thinking. We do not have a ‘problem’ that can be ‘solved’ by politics or wa … | Continue reading
Here are this weekend’s Mac riddles to entertain you through family time, shopping and recreation. 1: Hidden folder […] | Continue reading
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Continuing my very slow but exciting tour of the service stations of the UK, our stopover on the way to Bristol this morning was at Stafford Services on the M6. Perhaps one of the more exciting sections of this website, it is disappointing that I don't get around the country as o … | Continue reading
"This is what keep the ... people alive." Corporation under fire for plans to raze one of world's most biodiverse regions: 'If this forest disappeared, where would we find these things?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Regular readers might just remember that nine years ago, I posted a brief history of Anne Heap of Frogs, the hard rock band I was guitarist for in 1988. (Astonishing to think it’s nine years since I posted that!) Here … Continue reading → | Continue reading
18th Century portrait of Francis Williams in his study like a real life version of a spy thriller (art & science history edition) — comment by Ausamor Kattullus has posted about the mysteries of the portrait of Francis Williams, brilliant Black Jamaican polymath and member of the … | Continue reading
Researchers have discovered TIDYE-1b, a young planet only 3 million years old, rapidly orbiting its star. This finding contradicts older theories of planetary development and paves the way for future research into planetary formation and atmospheric analysis. Researchers at the U … | Continue reading
From the first 8 MHz Motorola 68000, through PowerPCs reaching 2.5 GHz and more in up to 4 cores, and Intel x86 with up to 28 cores, to Apple's M4 Max with 12 P cores at 4.5 GHz. | Continue reading
The rats were able to find the illegal items even when they were hidden in other smelly substances that smugglers had previously used to transport these materials undetected. Giant rats undergo surprising training to help stop illegal smuggling — here's why first appeared on The … | Continue reading
I'm on the map! No matter what else my mother and I achieve this week, my name will forever be recorded as the unlocker of the Loughrea graticule in Ireland. | Continue reading
Bryan Caplan and Daniel Klein both opine on Milei and populism, Dan being very enthusiastic, while Bryan praising Milei but more reserved in his praise of populism. I too am a big fan of Milei, and I think he is still on a good track. If his reforms do not succeed, likely it will … | Continue reading
The future looks promising. Old wind turbine farms are getting a major upgrade that will change how we power our homes — here's how first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
In a groundbreaking development, 2024 recorded the hottest June through August on record, continuing a staggering streak of record-breaking global temperatures that began in June 2023. This unexpected surge in temperature, described by climate scientists as both humbling and conf … | Continue reading
To make sure its data lined up with real-world scenarios, SolarReviews also talked to realtors, who agreed that solar panels increase home values. New research confirms you could add $25,000 to your home's value with rooftop solar: 'Immediate and long-term advantages' first appea … | Continue reading
The recently concluded EICMA is solid proof that CFMoto is on the up. The Chinese bikemaker revealed its near-production, all-electric CF-X concept. It’s designed to take on the traditional 450cc ICE dirt bikes. And it’s a looker. Continue Reading Category: Motorcycles, Transport … | Continue reading
The bottom of the ocean might feel like another world, but the marine ecosystem is a vital part of our world, and one that lives depend on. New Netflix documentary explores world's most underestimated natural marvel — and stresses why we need to save it first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
A viral TikTok takeaway spot in Berlin has angered locals in the Bergmannkiez neighbourhood because of the vast amounts of litter that customers leave in their wake. Munchies... | Continue reading
This Gum Drop Cookie recipe I am sharing with you today is for an old family favorite. These are cookies that I used to make every year for the holidays when my children were growing up. They loved them. I did too! I use butter in them which makes for a lovely crisp edged cookie, … | Continue reading
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Under the IRA, you can earn up to $1,600 when you weatherize your home. You can get massive tax credits for replacing your old windows — here's how to collect first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
For getting ideas, or sharing answers, some #GiftFilter posts currently in AskMe: ">Gift for the guy who has everything? ❖ Fantastic gift (basket)? ❖ Rubik's Cube and Rubik's Cube Adjacent Gift ideas? ❖ Sewing/fashion gift to inspire a creative, crafty tween? ❖ High Quality, Inte … | Continue reading
"Air mobility has the potential to change our sense of distance and time." Toyota completes inaugural international test with flying car of the future: 'Marks a significant milestone' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Researchers developed a method to study DNA methylation in ancient non-skeletal tissues, revealing epigenetic changes in the brain tied to human evolution. New research presents an innovative approach to reconstructing DNA methylation patterns in non-skeletal tissues from ancient … | Continue reading
"Probably the best aspect, aside from instant heat, is cleaning it." Pro chef shares unbelievable appliance that could revolutionize your kitchen — and you can get $800 to upgrade first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
As two recently released books seek to uncover the truth behind the life of the late Irish singer-songwriter Sinéad O’Connor, Stephanie Phillips delves into both texts to reveal why O’Connor was more than the stereotypes ascribed to her For years when I was younger, I was consist … | Continue reading
"Boosting U.S. economic competitiveness and creating good-paying jobs." Officials make promising commitment that could change the future of construction materials: 'To make US manufacturing the ... most competitive in the world' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Home, I said. In every language there is a word for it. I got back home Wednesday night. Dad is out of town for work and V has been at his girlfriend’s, so it’s just me and Mom in the house. It’s been relatively peaceful save for the verbal shellacking I got for gaining weight (s … | Continue reading
It’s an early departure for Bristol City with Burnley Football Supporters Club this morning, and a bit dreich out there. Planted in: #Football #Burnley FC Thanks for reading this post via RSS. Reply to this post by email | Continue reading
There is a new paper on this topic, with multiple authors by led by Rebecca Ryan. Here is the abstract: Research in economics and psychology shows that individuals are sensitive to cues about economic conditions in ways that affect attitudes, beliefs, and behavior. We provide cau … | Continue reading
A large segment of Australians with eating disorders are neurodivergent, facing unique challenges due to differences in sensory processing and dietary habits. Research advocates for specialized treatments that honor these differences for better care outcomes. It’s estimated that … | Continue reading
One of the pitfalls of subscribing to Kindle Unlimited is discovering the good books available to download. The Amazon Bookstore on the Kindle e-reader and the website don’t do an excellent job of recommending good books. The company has recently unveiled a new Discover tab on Am … | Continue reading
"Definitely a fun citizen science project!" Gardener shares stunning images after experimenting with 'difficult' seeds: 'Wow that's incredible' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A study by NordPass has revealed the most common passwords in the Netherlands and most of them can be cracked in less than a second. Furthermore, according to the password manager... | Continue reading
It’s been a miserable rainy week with loads of cloud cover here in Brisbane, Queensland. And you know what, the naysayers were right, sometimes the sun don’t shine. Or at least, doesn’t shine enough. This week, for the first time in months, I have had to use grid power to ... [co … | Continue reading
A Cirba Solutions battery recycling and materials recovery facility in Lancaster, Ohio, will create battery-grade metal sulfates and lithium carbonate once it’s up and running. These will then become the raw materials for cathode active materials (pCAM) and cathode active materia … | Continue reading
Plans are underway to install wooden-framed parking canopies in Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie (Gard) as part of a future communal self-consumption initiative. BoucL Énergie was chosen to construct photovoltaic canopies on the municipal car park on Chemin de la Carrierasse. The municip … | Continue reading
"I'm always on the lookout for one." Shopper thrilled after coming across never-before-used dream find at local thrift store: 'This is a big deal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Researchers using XMM-Newton and Chandra telescopes have linked X-ray emissions from 21 distant quasars to rapid supermassive black hole growth in the early Universe, challenging conventional physics with findings of super-Eddington accretion rates. A recent study published in As … | Continue reading
Kia’s going on a bit of an EV news sprint. It’s got three EV stories out in the past week, in a time that has been quite an EV news drought among legacy automakers (for several months). There’s nothing revolutionary here, but the company keeps stepping forward. Interestingly, eac … | Continue reading
"[Is there] something we should be aware of?" Homeowner met with warnings after considering hasty landscaping decision with unintended consequences: 'Unless you have explicit proof ...' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Huddled masses, yearning to be free Enslaved to needs of you and me Grow our crops, tend our fields Underneath hard men who refuse to yield. Packing impulsive desires Things they can’t afford to acquire Into mails, swift to ship As technocrats crack the whip. Clean our homes, por … | Continue reading
The Sims 4 continues to add more paid content, and but this time, the latest pair of Kits, mini-DLCs with a hyper-specific theme, is created by the life sim game’s own custom content creators. In other words, modders. (Custom content, CC, is what mods are called in The Sims commu … | Continue reading
The partnership is far from the first time the two companies have joined forces. Tesla and Uber launch new combined program worth $2,000 for drivers — here's how you can take advantage first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Farming Simulator 25 is out now and it’s already sold more than 2 million units worldwide in its first week. In that same week, on Steam, Farming Simulator had 135,000 players online participating in agricultural, forestry and animal husbandry activities the game offers. The Farm … | Continue reading
"Bring this video evidence to court." Driver shares frustrating video after stranger randomly vandalizes Tesla: 'File a police report' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Binge drinking in early adult years fundamentally changes how the brain's neurons communicate, in what scientists equate to a faulty gas pedal in a car that needs more pressure applied to "go." What's more, it remains unchanged for decades, raising the risk of developing Alzheime … | Continue reading
"The park has rules for a reason." Yellowstone tourists take risk after illegally venturing dangerously close to scalding hot springs: 'Turn them in' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading