Core77 Weekly Roundup (11-25-24 to 11-29-24)

Here's what we looked at this week:From Germany's TUM, a clever design for a soft exoskeleton that eases walking. | Continue reading


@core77.com | 26 minutes ago

For Only $69, Down From $149, The Samsung 990 EVO 1TB Is at a Record Low Price This Black Friday

These are some of the best products on the market, and this price is... amazing! | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 29 minutes ago

Extraordinary high-rise rips apart the heart of the city

Following its recent unveiling of Hora Verticale, Portugal's OODA continues to make its mark on Tirana, Albania, with another remarkable project. Named Ndarja, it's envisioned as a square high-rise building that has been pulled apart to create a pair of eye-catching towers. Conti … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 36 minutes ago

An Off-Label Hair Loss Pill Is Going Mainstream, But Questions Remain

An international group of experts has agreed that low dose oral minoxidil, the active ingredient in Rogaine, can be a safe and effective treatment for hair loss, but doubts persist. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 39 minutes ago

Mechanic wows internet after giving old tractor seemingly impossible second life: 'The next generation is just doing this'

The footage follows each step of the conversion. Mechanic wows internet after giving old tractor seemingly impossible second life: 'The next generation is just doing this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 39 minutes ago

Unplanned Writing and Publishing Hiatus

Despite my blogging endeavours, I have fallen into a writing and publishing hiatus over the past four months. Given the amount of blog posts I consume daily — one of the sources of inspiration and thought triggers, I didn't feel compelled to write. Nevertheless, I decided not to | Continue reading


@chamline.net | 43 minutes ago

Rule #2. You have permission. If you want someone else to do something, and they haven't done it, or you don't want to wait, you have permission to do it yourself. You can invoke this rule when someone says "who do they think they are." You had permission, according to rule #2. | Continue reading


@scripting.com | 47 minutes ago

If there was going to be a User's Charter for Bluesky, item one would be: You can give me the benefit of the doubt. Let's not argue, esp not about details. We assume the other person is smart. That's one way we get stuff done. | Continue reading


@scripting.com | 55 minutes ago

A List Apart contributors list on Bluesky

I’ve started a Bluesky list featuring some of the brilliant writers, designers, coders, editors, and others who’ve contributed to A List Apart “for people who make websites.” The post A List Apart contributors list on Bluesky appeared first on Zeldman on Web and Interaction Desig … | Continue reading


@zeldman.com | 57 minutes ago

If such a network existed, we would be nominating our own Cabinet members, the shadow Cabinet. Let the journalists compare the qualifications of our candidates vs the incumbent party's. Create news. That's what the Dems absolutely suck at. They very quietly pass legislation that … | Continue reading


@scripting.com | 58 minutes ago

Airwrap, Supersonic: Dyson Clears Out Stock of Its Hair Dryers with Major Price Cuts

Whether you simply want to dry your hair or create a stylish look, you'll need to choose one option or the other. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 59 minutes ago

Imagine if the Democratic Party ran a Bluesky clone where being able to post means you're a dues-paying member of the party. We can vote on referendums, support or not support Democratic initiatives. Site would never shut down, and would support campaigns when they're running. It … | Continue reading


@scripting.com | 1 hour ago

Fully Loaded Winter Porridge

Since I was a child, I have always loved porridge. I have lovely memories of my Grandad tucking into his... | Continue reading


@baldhiker.com | 1 hour ago

The EcoFlow Delta 2 Portable Power Station Is $399 Instead Of $999, EcoFlow Goes Big This Black Friday

Everyone should own a portable power station to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 1 hour ago

LiTime’s Recommendations For Lithium Marine Deep Cycle Batteries

For many decades, lead-acid batteries dominated the industry. They were the cheapest option, they were durable compared to other options, and they worked fairly well in most weather conditions. But they have some serious downsides. They’re heavy. Many of them release hydrogen gas … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 1 hour ago

Amazon Has Lowered The Price of AirTags Once More, And We Highly Recommend The 4-Pack Option

AirTags help you locate your items, even if you're thousands of kilometers away, thanks to the Apple network. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 1 hour ago

Boox Palma 2 review: ain’t broke, not fixed

There are so many things about the Palma 2 that could be better. But it’s still great at what it does. Continue reading… | Continue reading


@theverge.com | 1 hour ago

Did Social Distancing Begin 6,000 Years Ago? New Research Reveals That Neolithic Villagers May Have Invented It

Social distancing may have roots 6,000 years ago, as research shows Neolithic villages like Nebelivka used clustered layouts to control disease spread. The phrase “social distancing” became widely recognized in recent years as people worldwide adapted their behavior to combat the … | Continue reading


@scitechdaily.com | 1 hour ago

Thomas E. Kurtz (1928 – 2024) Co-Creator of BASIC Computer Language

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@3quarksdaily.com | 1 hour ago

Two Times Cheaper Than Last Year’s Black Friday, This 2TB Expansion Card for Xbox Is a Must-Have

If you have an Xbox, the Seagate Storage Expansion Card 2TB is nearly a must-have for expanding your storage capacity. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 1 hour ago

You Won’t Get 79% Off The Galaxy Z Fold 6 on Amazon, But You Can on Samsung’s Official Site

These Samsung foldable phones are less than six months old but are priced amazingly. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 1 hour ago

Review: 2024 Nissan Ariya is a fitting replacement for the Leaf

Nissan first introduced the Ariya as a new electric car and eventual replacement for the Leaf. The Leaf, long the "everyman’s EV," was small, practical, and low-priced. The Ariya is a good replacement, though it’s neither as cheap nor as small. Continue Reading Category: Automoti … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 hour ago

Old Cartoon Shows Us How Much Energy Has Changed Since 1977

Recently, my wife decided that she wanted to watch some old Flintstones cartoons. I mean, who doesn’t like nostalgia? But, being more of a geek, it wasn’t long before I wondered something about one of the voice actors and was Googling things. Before long, I fell down a Flintstone … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 1 hour ago

51 Years Later, Star Trek Has Finally Fixed Its Creepiest Alien Race

Gillian Vigman, of 'Star Trek: Lower Decks,' talks about the finer points of a being a cat person in sapce. | Continue reading


@inverse.com | 1 hour ago

How to Leave Chrome Before the Feds Force Google to Sell It

You may find it’s rather easy to escape the Chrome lifestyle, and all you have to do is use new browser's built-in import tool. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 1 hour ago

The Old-Fashioned Stuffing My Mom’s Been Making for Over 50 Years

The best stuffing I’ve ever had. READ MORE... | Continue reading


@thekitchn.com | 1 hour ago

Sunday Sweets: Light & Airy Wedding Cakes

I've been stockpiling wedding pretties in my "to-post" folder, guys, and today is finally the day. BEHOLD! (By Cake Heart) Would you call this metallic peach, or bright copper? I'm thinking peach. Whichever, I love how light it is, and that bottom trim texture really intrigues me … | Continue reading


@cakewrecks.com | 1 hour ago

New report states that deaths related to this once-common issue are decreasing — but problems still remain

"This is going to be a larger problem." New report states that deaths related to this once-common issue are decreasing — but problems still remain first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

How a dwindling helium supply is impacting public land management

A new BLM plan for western Colorado makes a priority of helium production, worrying environmentalists. | Continue reading


@grist.org | 1 hour ago

When the Moon Hits Your Eye Gets a Starred Review in Kirkus

For those who don’t know, Kirkus is one of the major publishing trade magazines, and a starred review means that they are holding out your book as one of special note. And guess what? Kirkus gave When the Moon Hits Your Eye a starred review! (You may have already surmised this fr … | Continue reading


@whatever.scalzi.com | 1 hour ago

For Just $199, This ASUS Vivobook Is The Cheapest Windows 11 Laptop This Black Friday

Excluding Chromebooks running Chrome OS, the ASUS Vivobook Go is currently the most affordable laptop on Amazon. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 1 hour ago

Finding My Euphoria – The Art of Continuing

I like to feel good.Don’t you?I like the idea of something strong enough to come along and stop the anxiety or quiet the stress in my head.I like the idea of something that can counteract or reverse the tides, and when things are to heavy, we can take a dose, and just like that, … | Continue reading


@thewrittenaddiction.com | 1 hour ago

Don't buy me a coffee... yet

A contradictory title from someone who lives in a country that is among the world's largest coffee consumers, and who loves a Swedish fika. The title, of course, refers to the "Buy Me a Coffee" buttons that you see on every other blog. Today, it is often easier to find a donation … | Continue reading


@birming.com | 1 hour ago

Photo of the Week: First Snowfall of the Season

It was expected. I woke up in the early morning to see big white flakes falling from the sky along with grass and rooftops covered with a light dusting of snow. We’ve had an extended period of warmer-than-usual fall temperatures in southeast Michigan this fall, but the temperatur … | Continue reading


@lireo.com | 1 hour ago

This Bose Headphone Is 43% Off, The Other 23% Off: Which One to Choose For Black Friday?

While the base model is excellent, the Bose QC Ultra elevates the sound to an entirely new level. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 1 hour ago

New Ocean Data Shakes Up Our Understanding of Climate Change

Researchers have uncovered inaccuracies in historical ocean temperature data, revealing that early 20th-century ocean temperatures were significantly colder than land measurements, contrary to previous models. This discovery offers significant insights into past climate variabili … | Continue reading


@scitechdaily.com | 2 hours ago

Harvesting by the Wheel of the Seasons

The wheel of the year is a principle that many in the druid traditions think about in terms of seasonal celebrations. The wheel is different for people living in different ecosystems, and one of the things you can do is … The post Harvesting by the Wheel of the Seasons first appe … | Continue reading


@thedruidsgarden.com | 2 hours ago

Experts stunned by unexpected potential of ordinary public waste: 'We have to make the most of it'

The lead researcher ... sees the findings as proof that there is a lot of potential for valuable nutrients in common trash. Experts stunned by unexpected potential of ordinary public waste: 'We have to make the most of it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 2 hours ago

The $6 Costco Dessert My Family Has Been Serving Every Thanksgiving for 20 Years

It’s not Thanksgiving without it. READ MORE... | Continue reading


@thekitchn.com | 2 hours ago

Sunday Poem

O Taste and See The world is not with us enough. O taste and see the subway Bible poster said, meaning The Lord, meaning, if anything, all that lives to the imagination’s tongue, grief, mercy, language, tangerine, weather, to breathe them, bite, savor, chew, swallow, transform in … | Continue reading


@3quarksdaily.com | 2 hours ago

Amazon Is Clearing Out Its New Kindle E-Readers: Here’s Which One to Buy for Black Friday

Both Kindle Paperwhite models are significantly discounted at record low prices, and your choice will depend on your individual preferences. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 2 hours ago

Vic Flick (1937 – 2024) Studio Guitarist

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@3quarksdaily.com | 2 hours ago

No Mercy for LG: Amazon Cuts Prices on G4 OLED TVs For Black Friday to Record Low

Amazon is offering a 30% discount on all sizes of this luxury TV. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 2 hours ago

November 24, 2024

Light rain at sunrise swept away by a light breeze, the monochrome sky accented by a pair of ravens, and down here a nuthatch going over the rules. | Continue reading


@morningporch.com | 2 hours ago

Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 Hits New Altitude Record as Supersonic Travel Nears Reality

The aerospace company is on the verge of achieving its goal of reaching supersonic flight by the end of the year. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 2 hours ago

City employs groundbreaking energy solution to solve major waste issue — here's how it could transform global power supplies

The city of Leuven is leading the charge on this innovation, and the results are impressive. City employs groundbreaking energy solution to solve major waste issue — here's how it could transform global power supplies first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 2 hours ago

Two new tech documentaries you really need to see

Image: David Pierce / The Verge Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 61, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, happy Hallmark season, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) I missed you all last we … | Continue reading


@theverge.com | 2 hours ago

South Korea Powers Fusion Progress With ITER’s Vacuum Vessel

South Korea has fulfilled its commitment to the ITER project by delivering all four vacuum vessel sectors required for sustaining nuclear fusion reactions. These deliveries are part of a larger contribution that includes superconductors and thermal shields, highlighting South Kor … | Continue reading


@scitechdaily.com | 2 hours ago