Prices have fluctuated. Officials sound alarm as supply of staple food item faces multiple threats: 'I'm having to supplement' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
For a while, it looked like President Donald Trump was going to have Big Tech’s back. Now, the tech industry is collateral damage in his global trade war. On Thursday, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen floated the idea of placing “a levy on the advertising re … | Continue reading
Netflix is starting to test search that’s powered by OpenAI, according to Bloomberg. The new search engine will let users “look for shows using far more specific terms, including the subscriber’s mood, for example, the company said,” per the report. This OpenAI-powered search wil … | Continue reading
"We’re developing new chemical processes that go up against incumbent technologies." Company revolutionizes household cleaning with breakthrough detergent technology: 'Doesn't sacrifice on performance' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Digikam Apple Photos is fine for backing up the pictures I take with my iPhone, but its proprietary database that keeps users from accessing their files except through the software is for the birds. A corrupt photos library can cut you off from all your memories. I long used Goog … | Continue reading
Universal Orlando Resort's newest theme park opens soon—do you have your 'fits planned out? | Continue reading
"Catastrophic for our business." Farmers devastated as crops are suddenly wiped out: 'Two-and-a-half months of hard work were destroyed in just two days' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It is in relationships that we discover both our depths and our limits, there that we anneal ourselves and transcend ourselves, there that we are hurt the most and there that we find the most healing. But despite what a crucible of our emotional and spiritual lives relationships … | Continue reading
"We had our inspectors go out and look at the facility." Former waste plant workers hit with felony charges after allegedly lying about years of troubling actions: 'There were some discrepancies' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
One of the most reputable VPNs makes a big splash with its promotion. Now's the time to upgrade! | Continue reading
"It is crucial that new ideas and designs are both publicly shared and thoroughly scrutinized." Cutting-edge energy company makes major breakthrough in replicating the process that powers the sun: 'Setting the gold standard' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A Canadian pilot study explored how supervised cannabis use in recovery homes might support individuals overcoming substance use disorders. Participants found it helped ease pain, anxiety, depression, and sleep issues, factors that can derail recovery. Reported benefits included … | Continue reading
Fullmetal Alchemist creator Hiromu Arakawa and Attack on Titan director Masashi Koizuka, with Wit Studio at the helm, deliver a sci-fi anime that, despite its pedigree, fails to meet expectations. | Continue reading
"Public safety risk." Authorities move in after receiving tip about bizarre sighting in residential neighborhood: 'Valued solely for the sum of its body parts' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Up early to my lute and a song, then about six o'clock with Sir W. Pen by water to Deptford; and among the ships now going to Portugall with men and horse, to see them dispatched. So to Greenwich; and had a fine pleasant walk to Woolwich, having in... | Continue reading
"You get hate from multiple sides." Tesla owner shares photo of disturbing trend that is gaining steam: 'This is the third time in about a year' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Explore the iterative development journey of GitHub's sub-issues feature. Learn how we leveraged sub-issues to build and refine sub-issues, breaking down larger tasks into smaller, manageable ones. The post Introducing sub-issues: Enhancing issue management on GitHub appeared fir … | Continue reading
Horticulturalists have worked together to cultivate the endangered species and support its survival. Critically endangered species once thought extinct makes extraordinary return to the wild: 'We hope to inspire greater awareness and action' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Even when given access to tools, AI agents can't reliably debug software. | Continue reading
*** the server is down so I cannot upload images right now, but I will when its back up*** My final project is a c-shaped end table in the rustic cottage aesthetic. The general shape has been inspired by existing end table designs. I have determined the dimensions of the table ba … | Continue reading
"I’m so glad you were able to save them." Dumpster diver stunned after uncovering epic haul in store trash: 'My best find so far' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Easter is more than bunnies and baskets—it’s the celebration of the greatest story ever told! To help families keep Christ… The post Easter-themed Bible Verse Cards Printable appeared first on Kids Activities Blog. | Continue reading
John Semley, Defector: At a very basic level, commodity fetishism is fine, and probably pretty normal: a way of declaring, “Here is my stuff that I like.” It can be an expression not only of personal curatorial habits, but of taste, and identity. But commodities conceived along t … | Continue reading
I recently wanted to track my heart rate and sleeping patterns, but do not want an Apple Watch. So I ended up buying a cheap Amazfit Band 7 from Decathlon. It was reduced because of a damaged box and I love a bargain! It’s a cool little thing and goes for 18 days on a single char … | Continue reading
The US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) wants to know which of the quantum computers now in development have the best chance of being game-changing technologies | Continue reading
Trends rise and fall, sometimes in the span of days or weeks. Fashion expert warns that new trend could have drastic long-term effects: 'It's toxic' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A study shows that the contrast between wet and dry areas can increase rainfall by up to 30%. Storm forecasting has traditionally relied on analyzing atmospheric conditions. However, groundbreaking research incorporating land surface factors, such as soil moisture, is poised to r … | Continue reading
Friends have been asking for an explanation of the horrific recent NYC tour helicopter crash, in which the machine was seen falling without its empennage (i.e., the tail had been chopped off by the main rotor system). Here are the passengers just before departure: The weather see … | Continue reading
Dave Winer, OG blogger, podcaster, developed first apps in many categories. Old enough to know better. It's even worse than it appears. | Continue reading
Dave Winer, OG blogger, podcaster, developed first apps in many categories. Old enough to know better. It's even worse than it appears. | Continue reading
The image stands as a timeless example of what "not" to do in an encounter with wildlife. Photo of iconic movie star in dangerous situation in national park resurfaces online: 'Not the brightest move' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
An annual highlights of Spring in Oregon is going to the Woodburn Tulip Farm to visit at its peak bloom. I took two trips out there this week, once with Kay, and once with Lucy to walk among the acres of brilliant colors and natural beauty. Here are some shots: | Continue reading
tā jiǎng dé hěn qīngchǔ她講得很清楚 tā jiǎng dé fēicháng qīngchǔ她講得非常清楚 tā jiǎng dé tèbié qīngchǔ她講得特別清楚 tā jiǎng dé shífēn qīngchǔ她講得十分清楚 tā jiǎng dé qīngqīngchǔchǔ她講得清清楚楚 tā jiǎng dé qīngchǔ de bùdéliǎo她講得清楚得不得了 tā jiǎng dé bùnéng zài qīngchǔle她講得不能再清楚了("She couldn't have explained i … | Continue reading
Women in motorsport have traditionally faced significant barriers to entry, according to a 2023 study by non-profit organization More Than Equal. Their research determined that motorsport culture is often unwelcoming to women. That translates into too few women and girls particip … | Continue reading
The situation leaves homeowners increasingly vulnerable. Officials issue warning as California homeowners are faced with unexpected obstacle in wake of catastrophe first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Rakhim Davletkaliyev: Overall, consistency, user control, and actual UX innovation are in decline. Everything is converging on TikTok — which is basically TV with infinite channels. You don’t control anything except the channel switch. It’s like Carcinisation, a form of convergen … | Continue reading
With the release of Acorn 8 last December, I published "ACTN002 Acorn's Native File Format" as part of the documentation updates, which is exactly what it sounds like. Without going into details (that's what the technote is for), Acorn's file format is a SQLite database, with a s … | Continue reading
"... our members are going to be punished." | Continue reading
A baby golden retriever was learning how to jump off his backyard deck down to the grass below, but wasn't so sure about the two-foot drop. That's when he decided to jump into the other, much taller patch of "grass" — and into the bush he disappeared. — Read the rest The post Pup … | Continue reading
Dave Winer, OG blogger, podcaster, developed first apps in many categories. Old enough to know better. It's even worse than it appears. | Continue reading
There’s something about spring that makes dinner feel like an occasion again. The days are longer, flowers are blooming, and suddenly setting the table feels just as important as what’s being served. I’ve loved “tablescaping” for as long as I can remember. Growing up, I’d jump at … | Continue reading
Baldur’s Gate 3’s Patch 8, which brings changes like 12 new subclasses, crossplay, and a photo mode, launches on April 15th, developer Larian Studios announced on Friday. The patch, set to be the game’s last major update, was originally announced in November 2024, so it’s been a … | Continue reading
For just $16 during this Amazon limited-time deal you can give new life to an older PC or laptop with this fast, reliable hard drive. | Continue reading
A neuroscientist reveals how to nurture authentic and flexible thinking The post Why Our Brains Crave Ideology appeared first on Nautilus. | Continue reading
The success of ‘The Last of Us’ and ‘The Witcher 3’ points to a deeper yearning: that the ultimate male fantasy isn’t conquest, but connection, writes Aaron Bronfman. | Continue reading
"Thanks for the tip!" Expert shares simple idea to bring more life to your garden: 'This is so beautiful' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Thanks for the tip!" Expert shares simple idea to bring more life to your garden: 'This is so beautiful' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Torture and the Desert Spiders, "a left-field garage project based around the songwriting" of the Brooklyn-based Anna Kunz, has several shows coming up in the neighborhood, including Wednesday at Mercury Lounge and a residency at Baker Falls (April 22 and 29). Check them out. The … | Continue reading