Mayor Eric Adams, David Sedaris, Bill Maher, Amy Chua, and more on what they learned in 2024. | Continue reading
I set out on my morning run in 5° temperatures, which Apple’s weather app assured me felt like 1°, and you will hear no argument from me on this point. I got about three-quarters of a mile in, when I noticed that the atmosphere around me was no longer simply cold, but had become … | Continue reading
The space agency is looking to maintain human presence in the microgravity environment as it transitions to commercial stations. | Continue reading
Well before gaining statehood in 1796, carpenters, cabinetmakers and chairmakers were leaving Eastern Seaboard states to settle in Tennessee. They crossed the mountains using The Great Road (also known as The Great Wagon Road). They advertised their services in local newspapers a … | Continue reading
"That is such an interesting piece of history." Shopper intrigued after uncovering items hidden in antique book purchased from thrift store: 'Love when they come with extra surprises' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Bitter cold this solstice morning, with the half moon moving in and out of clouds—the trees with their shadows, and then just shadow. | Continue reading
The technology could one day allow people with terminal illnesses to go into "hibernation" until a cure is found. | Continue reading
Slow-wave sleep plays a crucial role in strengthening memory by enhancing synaptic connections in the brain, with new findings suggesting potential methods for boosting memory through targeted stimulation. For nearly two decades, scientists have known that slow, synchronized elec … | Continue reading
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The world we live in might be unrecognizable if Alexander the Great had been defeated by the Persians. | Continue reading
From a humble first game with peach baskets and a soccer ball on this day in 1891, basketball evolved quickly into one of the world's most popular sports | Continue reading
One of the sensors could generate a map of the plastics being assessed and locate a few specific types of plastic. Scientists develop revolutionary image sensors that could be key to solving major recycling problem — here's how they work first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Misinformation is all over the internet and spreads quickly. Internet user seeks the truth after aunt shares worrisome post filled with misinformation about energy source: 'It's nonsense' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
My niece and I decided to challenge each other to a “Blind Date with a Book.” The idea was simple: she would choose a book from my favourite category, True Crime, while I would pick a Romance novel for her. This was no easy task for me, as I am not a big fan […] The post Blind Da … | Continue reading
Lousy tools are dangerous. They endanger our safety (physical or emotional) and undermine our work. Lousy tools are pretty easy to avoid, because they reveal themselves whenever we use them. Great tools are magical. They multiply our effort, amplify the quality of our work and de … | Continue reading
Mirror life, a concept involving synthetic organisms with reversed molecular structures, carries significant risks despite its potential for medical advancements. Experts warn that mirror bacteria could escape natural biological controls, potentially evolving to exploit resources … | Continue reading
In what seems like a remarkably obvious move, ESA is working with the Portuguese Space Agency and the Portuguese Navy to use life aboard a naval submarine to learn more about the effects of isolation during long-term space missions. Continue Reading Category: Space, Science Tags: … | Continue reading
The question we'll all be asking over the next year or more. | Continue reading
I’ll be taking the next couple of weeks off for the Christmas holidays. Look for these to resume in January. “Can a Phone-Free Learning Environment Work? This College President Emphatically Says Yes.” Charlie Camosy talks with Wyoming Catholic College president Kyle Washut about … | Continue reading
"These people need to ... be fined 1k every time they do this." Dashcam footage captures disgusting scene as ignorant driver infuriates other travelers: 'Absolutely rage-inducing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
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Here are this weekend’s Mac riddles to entertain you through family time, shopping and recreation. 1: Comfort for […] | Continue reading
What happened in Romania’s presidential election marks the beginning of the new political era, of hybrid war, political unrest, and disdain, anger and revolt against political elites. The recent crisis in Romania has come as a direct consequence of a decision by the country’s Con … | Continue reading
"If you jump in, you're not coming back out." Lawsuit reveals shocking new details about one of America's most polluted waterways: 'This canal right here is mutant water' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
UC Santa Barbara researchers developed a compact, low-cost laser that matches the performance of lab-scale systems. Using rubidium atoms and advanced chip integration, it enables applications like quantum computing, timekeeping, and environmental sensing, including satellite-base … | Continue reading
"This is a new low." Homeowners issue warning after shady salesperson pitches fraudulent solar deal — here's how to avoid getting scammed first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Colour e-readers have been around for over a decade, and some brands, such as Pocketbook and iFlytek, have experimented with the technology. However, neither of their products has sold very well. E INK has invested hundreds of millions of dollars in refining the technology with t … | Continue reading
Here's everything you need to know about the epic final season of the MCU's multiversal anthology. | Continue reading
Introduced with Mac OS X, logs became a good way to diagnose a Mac's problems, using Console. Then in 2016 it all changed, and not for the benefit of administrators or users. | Continue reading
By cooling the air and providing shade, the Clifton Urban Forest is already helping the city adapt to rising temperatures. Citizens plants over 700,000 trees after city suffers intense losses: 'This particular place was a dump site' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Screenshot from Stewart Hickman video Come for the McMansion-enabling truss connector plates, stay for the malt liquor, beer cans, and blunts. | Continue reading
"Gas stoves can be harmful to our health when used as directed." GE slammed with lawsuit after popular appliance allegedly puts consumers at major risk: 'This crucial information is not broadly available to the public' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We need all the tools in the toolbox." Government approves power plant project that could change the face of national energy production: 'One of our greatest untapped ... energy resources on public lands' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A few weeks ago my host emailed me that for some reason google bot was hitting my site so much that it slowed down the entire server – since it was affecting... | Continue reading
You may want to act sooner rather than later to take advantage of these incentives that could be worth thousands of dollars. New report warns energy prices in this state could jump a staggering 70% — here's how rooftop solar can save you from skyrocketing bills first appeared on … | Continue reading
Invasive species are a problem all over the world for both plants and wildlife. State officials issue warning after first sighting of troubling species in North America: 'Significant immediate threat' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Have you put yours up yet? Alongside baby Jesus, Father Christmas and a chorus of angels, we get to know the German word for another of the best-known Christmas symbols, the... | Continue reading
As soon as I saw these cookies over on Two Peas & A Pod, I knew they were something that I wanted to bake. They looked and sounded very Festive. Buttery soft and chewy chocolate cookies with Andes Mints melted on top. The perfect combination for a Christmas cookie and a great add … | Continue reading
"We're saving a lot of money, especially in winter." The government wants to give you $150 to test your home's energy efficiency — here's how to collect first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A new model reveals how molecular interactions drive order in active systems. Scientists from the Department of Living Matter Physics at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization (MPI-DS) have found that non-reciprocal interactions can enhance order in active sy … | Continue reading
"It will make it easier for everyone to travel ... especially as the city prepares to host the Olympics." Major US university announces $20 million project that could make major waves in public transportation: 'A game-changer for connectivity' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
These incentives might not be available forever. This cutting-edge stove can power your home during blackouts — and it qualifies for major government incentives first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"From a return on investments perspective, [these] definitely make sense." Government announces new law that could drastically change parking lots nationwide — here's what you need to know first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
As a part of our Snack Shop series, Annie Arriaga investigates the latest and greatest viral snack shops in New York City to see if the hype is real, if the snacks are yummy, and if the spot is underrated, overrated, or perfectly rated. @food52 Tis the season to order $20 themed … | Continue reading
Illustration by Cath Virginia / The Verge The Department of Justice’s list of solutions for fixing Google’s illegal antitrust behavior and restoring competition in the search engine market started with forcing the company to sell Chrome, and late Friday night, Google responded wi … | Continue reading
Satellite imagery from NASA and the European Space Agency reveal 13 years of melt on the Greenland Ice Sheet. | Continue reading
"I never see landscaping companies like I do in the suburbs." Proud homeowner shares breathtaking photos of their 'anti-lawn' neighborhood's native plants: 'Goals' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Dec. 20, 2024: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend. | Continue reading