A USC study shows a significant rise in alcohol consumption during the COVID-19 pandemic that persisted into 2022. This increase was seen across most demographics with adults aged 40-49 experiencing the most notable surge. The ongoing high rates of alcohol use pose serious public … | Continue reading
There was progress on poverty, the ‘building of the year’ was revealed, and researchers offered a quick climate win, plus more The post What went right this week: the good news that matters appeared first on Positive News. | Continue reading
"There's definitely an attitude out in the public that there's nothing we can do about some of these invasive species." Officials wage multimillion-dollar war on invasive insects wreaking havoc on Hawaiʻi's ecosystem — here's what's happening first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
To protect the future of the Deutschlandticket, German state transport ministers are urgently appealing to the federal government to pass an amendment to the Regionalisation Act.... | Continue reading
The Netherlands has done it yet again: the Dutch have been ranked as the best non-native English speakers in the world for the sixth time in a row, according to Education First’s... | Continue reading
Ethylene is one of those substances that acts as a precursor to hundreds, maybe thousands, of useful products. According to Wikipedia, it is a hydrocarbon like carbon dioxide but with the formula C2H4, or H2C=CH2. It is a colorless, flammable gas with a faint “sweet and musky” od … | Continue reading
We all know the story about Norway and the massive government incentives to increase the uptake of electric vehicles in that country. We now see the start of a trade war between China and the west over China’s exports of subsidised EVs. The USA is talking about higher and higher … | Continue reading
In December 2023, KrebsOnSecurity revealed the real-life identity of Rescator, the nickname used by a Russian cybercriminal who sold more than 100 million payment cards stolen from Target and Home Depot between 2013 and 2014. Moscow resident Mikhail Shefel, who confirmed using th … | Continue reading
"It's sad that so many people chose to leave that ... behind." Clean-up worker shares footage of disturbing scene left by visitors at major music festival: 'Such a waste' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft space isn’t for everyone. Some people are crazy about it (perhaps too crazy) and others think it’s as much of a dead end as flying cars were in the 1950s. Frankly, I don’t know where I stand, but I’m interested to see ... … | Continue reading
Recraft V3 Recraft are a generative AI design tool startup based out of London who released their v3 model a few weeks ago. It's currently sat at the top of the Artificial Analysis Image Arena Leaderboard, beating Midjourney and Flux 1.1 pro. The thing that impressed me is that i … | Continue reading
In one of the most amusing citizen science projects we've ever come across, Australia's leading research agency the CSIRO is asking people across the nation to track their flatulence over three days through the free and purposely funny Chart Your Fart app. Continue Reading Catego … | Continue reading
Off to attend #feedesign in Vilnius which is not only a design festival, but also a meeting of 50+ event organisers to discuss, learn about and help each other with today’s pain points. Reply via Email | Continue reading
Farmers see clean energy, solar and wind, and now battery storage, as a way to diversify their income, and keep farmland in the family, and away from greedy developers. | Continue reading
Scientists test the famous physicist’s predictions by calculating the distortion of time and space. Why is the expansion of the Universe accelerating? Even 25 years after its discovery, this remains one of science’s most profound mysteries. Unraveling it requires scrutinizing the … | Continue reading
The winner of tomorrow night’s fight gets to be Secretary of the Treasury in the second Trump administration. ★ | Continue reading
The team was able to reach this level of efficiency through a unique combination of materials. Scientists achieve milestone that could revolutionize growing source of energy worldwide — here's what the next generation could look like first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Finding effective and efficient ways to clean up the damage is imperative in protecting the environment. Singapore investigates cutting-edge technology to combat future catastrophic oil spills: 'It could have been quite useful' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
In a restaurant or at a party, background noise can make it hard to hear people talking, even up close. But soon we could be wearing headphones that use AI to filter out noise that’s more than a few feet away, creating a “sound bubble” that lets you focus on your own conversation … | Continue reading
Pecan pie bars have all of the decadent brown-sugary flavor of a pie, but in an easy bar recipe with… The post Pecan Pie Bars appeared first on Maureen Abood. | Continue reading
A rather interesting novel where magic is real, and a black magician summons all the demons of Hell to roam free on Earth, for a single night. | Continue reading
"We did the turf removal in California, so we were paid $3 per square foot to kill the grass." Homeowner showcases incredible transformation photos 3 years after getting paid to tear out grass lawn: 'Best decision you could have ever made!' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
I am feeling somewhat better now. Last week, I was suffering from “election depression. On the night of the election, we turned the TV off at 10pm. In the morning, neither my wife nor I wanted to turn the TV on, but we did, and the first words we see are “TRUMP WINS”. Ugh. As […] | Continue reading
"You'll regret letting these get to this state." Homeowner met with urgent warnings after sharing photo of deceptively beautiful plant: 'Should be illegal to sell and or grow' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
There’s nothing you can do to make people trust you. Except saying only what you mean. Except doing exactly what you say you’re going to … The post It’s Not That Hard appeared first on Gapingvoid. | Continue reading
Microtrends, like the type of clothing showcased in the video, are a new fashion phenomenon. Stylist highlights bigger problem after showcasing horrendous trends in recent years first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The skate park at Coleman Playgroud under the Manhattan Bridge tonight... | Continue reading
The project, when completed, will allow residents and visitors to travel between the two cities in a scant three hours, as opposed to the five-and-a-half hours the trip takes by car. Government announces plans for high-speed train connecting major cities: 'A transformation in mob … | Continue reading
A helicopter putting out a wildfire may not be news, but a robotic Black Hawk helicopter seeking out one and dropping water on it while the crew sits back and watches certainly is. That's what Sikorsky recently demonstrated to an audience of dignitaries. Continue Reading Category … | Continue reading
"I've been in a similar situation." Homeowner baffled after finding offensive signs staked in yard by neighbor: 'It just boggles my mind' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Geely is the giant EV company no one talks about. It’s the parent of Volvo Cars, Polestar, Zeekr, Lynk & Co, and others. Naturally, it’s a complicated company. Now, news is that it’s simplifying a little (or getting more complicated?), in that Zeekr is taking control of Lynk & Co … | Continue reading
The new product will be paper-based, with a natural polymer coating to help keep food contained. Company unveils new food product that could forever change the snack industry: 'A win-win' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"When I called him out on it, he confessed he uses it because he doesn't have the energy to hold a conversation and didn't think I'd notice." Tinder user confronts match after noticing concerning pattern in messages: 'Time to meet people outside again' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
Acast reduces free hosting to five episodes, Spotify introduces video thumbnails, and Realm expands with Countdown Network addition.. Sponsored by CoHost. Discover what drives podcast downloads with CoHost's Tracking Links, a Chartable SmartLink alternative. Trusted by leading cr … | Continue reading
While the discovery is promising for mushroom lovers, one expert noted that foraging activity soon might not breed similar levels of success. Rare mushroom species discovered for only 2nd time since 1800s: 'It's a real treat' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They should see the roads when it snows." Misguided comment about bike lanes sparks humorous debate online: 'This is hilarious' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
don't miss Deletion, the "questionable little app" that lets you glimpse deleted Bluesky posts # | Continue reading
OpenAI, Google and others are seeing diminishing returns to building ever-bigger models — but that may not matter as much as you would guess | Continue reading
"We decided to build our own little cottage." Proud homeowner shares interior photos of unique cabin with unexpected feature: 'Dream of mine' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
TL;DR: Turn any wall into a movie screen with the Gimbal 3 Smart Mini Projector for $64.99, ideal for holiday movies and cozy winter nights in. If you want to bring the magic of holiday movies to life, the XGODY Gimbal 3 Smart Mini Projector has you covered. — Read the rest The p … | Continue reading
JDM: Japanese Drift Masters has finally gotten a release date in check, as they get ready to race on the Japanese streets. In the new trailer showcasing a driver hopping into the incredible Mazda RX7 as they speed through the city of Ichikara, whose designed definitely reminds pe … | Continue reading
"You're telling me in 2024 people are still coming to national parks and defacing it, ruining stuff?" Hiker stunned after uncovering blatant vandalism at iconic US park: 'Thanks for ruining everything for everyone' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Amazon has put the Kindle ColorSoft e-reader on hold for the foreseeable future, and new devices will not be shipped until late December. However, if you want to purchase one immediately, Best Buy in the United States has them in stock. They are available in retail stores and onl … | Continue reading
"You can see that they cut way over the fence line." Tenant dismayed after discovering neighbor butchered tree in their backyard: 'I burst into tears when I saw it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Boxing is an old “gentlemen’s” sport, plain, and simple. Many are wrong. It’s not just about size and muscles. If you want to be good at this, you need to work on your skills, develop your eye for detail, and just keep practising. Repetition is the key. Boxing is for you either y … | Continue reading
Deep-sea microbes consume alkanes, reducing oceanic and atmospheric pollution, and a new study reveals they utilize a unique metabolic pathway. This discovery challenges previous beliefs about anaerobic metabolism. Natural seeps on the deep seafloor release alkanes, pollutants th … | Continue reading
Image: Tesla Robin Zeng, the founder of the world’s largest EV battery company, says Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s big bet on 4680 cylindrical cell technology “is going to fail and never be successful.” Zeng, the chairman of China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL), tells Reuters t … | Continue reading
It seems SpaceX is actively greenwashing its activities. Elon Musk's Space X fined $150,000 after actions put local area at risk — here's what happened first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading