Researchers unlock the building blocks of life on Earth by recreating complex molecules. Of all the questions asked about the cosmos over the last few thousand years, one researcher’s recent publication stands out: “Is space sweet or sour?” Astrochemist Ryan Fortenberry, Universi … | Continue reading
"You really do great at showing how beautiful our natives can be." Expert gardener shares stunning results from native fall garden: 'Amazing display' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There isn't even a way to block it." Google user highlights unbelievable search result produced by AI plugin: 'Why can't we turn this crap off?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is the EV that sets the standard for all EVs." Influencer spotlights luxury features of popular electric car: 'The best driving experience in an EV' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The number of people unplugging from the grid doubled in the United States and Europe over the past decade. Off-grid homeowner stunned by unbeatable deal found on Facebook Marketplace: 'I've been watching like a hawk' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Brazil is in the midst of its worst drought in recorded history. Experts name cause of devastating rains that left 8 dead, more than a million without power in Brazil first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I have watched my hive go from strong and busy ... to just a few sickly members." Beekeeper reveals devastating impact from BioLab fire over 13 miles away: 'They came in contact with the toxic gas cloud' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Researchers have provided new insights into the strength of the magic neutron number 50 shell closure in silver isotopes. Their precise measurements contribute to improving theoretical models and refining our understanding of nuclear forces, especially near tin-100. Researchers f … | Continue reading
"They're gonna cut back on full coverage that they really need just to make it affordable." Insurance companies exit US state after severe storms — here's how it will impact thousands of homeowners first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
HBO's comic book crime drama wrapped up its first half with a bloody bang. Here's everything you need to know as Oz tries to survive the fallout over the final episodes. | Continue reading
"My neighbors on either side have it so I'm constantly having to pull it up." Gardener shares impressive before-and-after photos of yard transformation after removing nightmare plant: 'Made big progress this weekend' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Businesses that use commercial properties and offer goods and services might be forced to leave premises. Owners of once-prized real estate assets are facing a major problem: 'This ... has exposed the people that know what they're doing and those that don't' first appeared on The … | Continue reading
Scientists from EMBL Hamburg and CSSB have uncovered the molecular mechanisms behind how the body absorbs vitamin B1, potentially leading to strategies to prevent hidden, dangerous B1 deficiencies in patients. Vitamin B1, or thiamine, is vital for cell survival, yet the human bod … | Continue reading
"The people doing this are destroying the next generation of trees." Public urged to stop 'heartbreaking' trend growing in popularity after park cleanup: 'There is a social media craze' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"... what are you doing here?” Politico slammed online over shady sponsor for news article: 'All big publishers gotta stop doing this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
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"It has been a nightmare from start to finish." Redditor issues warning after starting off-grid community with group of friends: 'I was warned that it doesn't end well' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Cool Tools and New Skills for Bloggers - A few links with some instruction and inspiration for the independent bloggers out there. - linkage.lol/cool-tool… | Continue reading
"This will change the whole biodiversity of that area." Coastal community prepares for the worst as major threat approaches homes: 'No hope that this situation will be reversed' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
University of Illinois chemists developed an enzyme-inspired catalyst to streamline ether synthesis, making it more efficient and versatile. This breakthrough allows the creation of complex ethers with fewer steps and materials, holding potential for broad applications in chemist … | Continue reading
The first part of this virtuoso study of the Afro-Eurasian archeolinguistics of the donkey and its concomitant terms in diverse languages across vast expanses of land from East and North Africa to the heartland of East Asia was described in "A Sino-Iranian tale of the donkey's Eu … | Continue reading
Laura Bailey, Keanu Reeves, Arnold Schwarzanegger and more star in the upcoming video game anthology series. | Continue reading
"It's playing out and hitting working families." Homeowners left scrambling after insurers drop coverage targeting working-class families: 'Almost impossible to find coverage' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
At the office all the morning, and at noon Mr. Coventry, who sat with us all the morning, and Sir G. Carteret, Sir W. Pen, and myself, by coach to Captain Marshe's, at Limehouse, to a house that hath been their ancestors for this 250 years, close by... | Continue reading
This afternoon I put the garden to sleep for the fall; in the past we’ve had some fall and winter vegetables going, but this year that didn’t happen, so, I emptied out the rain barrels, cleaned them out, trundled them to a place where they wouldn’t get blown around by any winds, … | Continue reading
Some prices escalated by up to 40%, marking their highest level in five years. Government officials scramble after extreme weather threatens pantry-staple crops: 'It's so expensive' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This time yesterday, Clara, my sister, my brother-in-law, and I were sitting on the floor of our new apartment in northern Sydney. The conveyancer and bank settled on Friday, Clara and I picked up the keys, and we all walked in together. It was a massive relief, and didn’t seem q … | Continue reading
Minneapolis TV report on climate impacts in the upper midwest. | Continue reading
Image: Kristen Radtke / The Verge When people search for “Adam driver Megalopolis” on Instagram or Facebook right now, instead of seeing posts about Francis Ford Coppola’s latest film, they’re shown a warning, titled, “Child sexual abuse is illegal.” That bizarre fact was pointed … | Continue reading
Tiny minerals are revolutionizing our understanding of textbooks. Easter Island consists of several extinct volcanoes. The oldest lava deposits formed some 2.5 million years ago on top of an oceanic plate not much older than the volcanoes themselves. In 2019, a team of Cuban and … | Continue reading
Tyson Foods — that enormous industrial beef consortium — has found itself the object of a consumer-protection lawsuit that alleges the company was disingenuous in its communication to consumers about its efforts and progress to curb greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. What’s at issue … | Continue reading
In the last several days, headlines have been plastered all over the internet regarding Chinese researchers using D-Wave quantum computers to hack RSA, AES, and "military-grade encryption." This is true and not true. Continue Reading Category: Quantum Computing, Science Tags: Hac … | Continue reading
Less than 1% of your writing will be life-changing. 3% will be trivial to write. 4% will strongly resonate with others in a way you didn’t expect. 5% will be quite good. 15% probably should’ve never been published. 26% will illicit a reaction you did not expect. Positive or negat … | Continue reading
Volkswagen North America is in desperate trouble, with sales of the ID.4 falling fast. What to do? Fire the manager, of course. The post Desperate Trouble In The US May Force Volkswagen To Rethink Scout Brand appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading
The homeowner said they've seen a huge uptick in pollinators in their yard since making the switch. Homeowner shares before-and-after photos after using 'lasagna' method to transform front yard: 'It looks so much better now' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Jane Austen’s timeless novels continue to inspire modern adaptations, with recent projects exploring both her famous works and aspects of her personal life. According to Variety, Netflix is developing a series version of Pride and Prejudice, with writer Dolly Alderton (Everything … | Continue reading
Researchers, supported by the NIH’s BRAIN Initiative, have created a comprehensive map of the fruit fly brain, identifying all neuron types and synaptic connections. This detailed connectome facilitates new studies on brain functions such as motor control and decision-making, pav … | Continue reading
The Quincho House, designed by DeForest Architects, serves as an indoor-outdoor pavilion and modern cottage. This home is tailored for entertaining and providing additional space for hosting family and friends. With its design rooted in Argentinian tradition, it offers a contempo … | Continue reading
The holiday that puts all other holidays to shame is almost upon us! Heat Pump Water Heater Day is rolling out for its third annual awesomeness to elevate and celebrate the most amazing appliance in the home that we never think about (the water heater). The Advanced Water Heating … | Continue reading
The number of high-hazard potential dams (HHPD) in the U.S. is rising. Experts sound alarm over massive threat facing 16,500 US dams — here's what you need to know first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
DC Studios' animated monster squad deploys with weekly episodes on Max beginning December 5. | Continue reading
Scarecrow, Dollface, and Pin-Up Girl are back to kill again in part two of The Strangers' relaunch trilogy. | Continue reading
This hack doesn’t work for everything. READ MORE... | Continue reading
Ford says some of its NACS adapters could cause issues. | Image: Ford Ford started offering free adapters for Tesla’s Supercharger network to owners of its EVs in February, and now it’s telling some of its customers to stop using them, reports InsideEVs. The company found a “pote … | Continue reading
ESA’s groundbreaking RISE mission aims to pioneer in-orbit servicing for geostationary satellites, extending their operational lives while also demonstrating sustainable space practices such as refueling and refurbishing. By preventing the creation of new space debris and demonst … | Continue reading
The first half of Lower Decks' fifth and final season finds itself united by reminders of the show's most fundamental theme: all of its kooky heroes being able to just sit down and communicate with each other. | Continue reading
The first kitchen to be certified is Chatham University's Eden Hall campus, which Galarza designed and built. Man makes history as world's first executive chef certified in all-electric kitchen: 'This has been a goal of mine since about 2015' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's finally (almost) here. Here's when 'Star Trek: Section 31' will stream on Paramount+. Plus, what we know about Michelle Yeoh's big Trek movie so far. | Continue reading