The project features a sodium-sulfur power pack that can store renewable energy for up to six hours. Experts are creating one of the world's most innovative batteries inside an old coal plant: 'An exciting step forward' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The Indian Ocean "gravity hole" is a region where Earth's mass is reduced, leading to weak gravitational pull, lower-than-average sea levels and a puzzle scientists have only just begun to solve. | Continue reading
At that price, it's truly a steal! | Continue reading
Everyone should own a portable power station to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances. | Continue reading
Z Library is one of the largest shadow libraries in the world, offering free access to content that otherwise would have cost hundreds of dollars. This makes the site an essential resource for many for whom the library serves as a vital foundation on which to build their future c … | Continue reading
A powerful extratropical cyclone struck the Pacific Northwest, leading to widespread damage and leaving nearly 600,000 without power. Featuring rapid intensification, the storm’s central pressure matched historical lows, causing severe wind gusts and initiating a prolonged atmosp … | Continue reading
Everyone on the spaceship was dead. And I can't help wondering if it was my fault. "So, Macy, I understand something funny happened to you while you were filming a scene on your latest movie, right?" The talk-show host is warmly genial and his generous smile hides the dead eyes o … | Continue reading
A dramatic family break-up, Norwegian light and music, a library, ornate decor with a bird cage, and a truly avant-garde interior of 1913. | Continue reading
Without a doubt, the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra is the premier robot vacuum and mop for 2024. | Continue reading
GET BOING BOING AD-FREE A banana duct-taped to a wall, entitled "Comedian," has sold for 6.2 million dollars in a Sotheby's auction in New York City. The piece, one of a set three, is just a banana duct-taped to a wall. — Read the rest The post Banana and duct-tape sold again, th … | Continue reading
Science: For nearly a year, climate specialists have been speculating that carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from China—the world’s largest emitter—may have peaked in 2023, well before a government goal to halt emissions growth by 2030. Supporting evidence emerged earlier this month … | Continue reading
Image by Scott Curran, via Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/tog_go_bog_e/) I've always enjoyed traditional Irish music, so these recent uploads to the Music section by wurl1tzer_c0 have brought a smile to my face and a bit of head bobbing. Here's 30 seconds of a traditional … | Continue reading
Can I tell you about the best high I’ve ever felt?In all fairness, you should already know about this because you were there, at least, in more ways than you can imagine.Then again, you are me and I am you and we have always been one and the same. Or so I hope.You have always […] | Continue reading
They were launched less than two months ago, they are outstanding products, and yet Amazon is offering substantial discounts on them. | Continue reading
As the US reels from the re-election of Donald Trump, Jesse Dorris finds solace and inspiration in a fine weekend of concerts curated by Polish festival Unsound, from hunkering down to basement techno to riding the drone of Kali Malone and Sunn O))). Photos by Lawrence Sumulong. … | Continue reading
Interesting analysis: We introduce and explore a little-known threat to digital equality and freedomwebsites geoblocking users in response to political risks from sanctions. U.S. policy prioritizes internet freedom and access to information in repressive regimes. Clarifying disti … | Continue reading
Sean Magwire has painted the new song with the soft colors of hope and dreams, and the indie folk song carries a great deal of positivity. | Continue reading
The items include artistic urns, a bone comb and an ancient sarcophagus with a full skeleton inside | Continue reading
"Jealous." Shopper surprised after reading label inside one-of-a-kind item from thrift store: 'It's so difficult to find' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
See airplanes of all sizes, shapes and colors from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest | Continue reading
GET BOING BOING AD-FREE The release of the LEGO Endurance set sent me down a rabbit hole about Ernest Shackleton, the leader of a failed expedition to cross the continent of Antarctica. The Endurance was sunk on November 21, 1915, when it was crushed by Antarctic pack ice. — Read … | Continue reading
The world’s first 100% silicon anode battery will be manufactured from 2027 and will offer future EVs a 186-mile range with just five minutes of charging time. | Continue reading
This is the 65th edition of People and Blogs, the series where I ask interesting people to talk about themselves and their blogs. Today we have Em and her blog, conscienceround.com To follow this series subscribe to the newsletter. A new interview will land in your inbox every Fr … | Continue reading
A new soft harness system out of the Technical University of Munich (TUM) works like a pair of shorts to reduce the exertion needed to walk or jog by up to 18%. The system is easy to put on and take off and holds promise for helping anyone get more mobile. Continue Reading Catego … | Continue reading
This is the record price for the luxury smartwatch by Samsung. | Continue reading
New research shows that stress impacts how memories are formed and recalled, contributing to generalized memories typical in PTSD. By targeting endocannabinoid receptors, scientists can potentially refine memory retrieval, advancing PTSD therapy. Researchers at The Hospital for S … | Continue reading
Amazon is having a massive sale for Fire Tablets for Black Friday. This is the best time to pick one up since the discounts range from $30 to $70. The Fire 7, Fire HD 8, Fire HD 10 and Fire11 Max are all available. Most newer models have received firmware updates for many AI feat … | Continue reading
"Everything I Am Is Yours" by Stell and the Comedown Club impresses the listener with its melancholic production and slow tempo, featuring heavy reverberations and haunting melodies made even sadder by the pedal steel guitar. | Continue reading
GET BOING BOING AD-FREE These two Golden Retrievers, Mr. Tub and Blue, are equal parts hilarious, pathetic, and endearing, in their ongoing quest to figure out how to retrieve a ball that's only a few inches underwater. To the flummoxed pooches, though, the ball might as well be … | Continue reading
Peculiar James Webb Space Telescope observations seem to show gargantuan black holes in the earliest moments of the universe. New research may explain how they formed, thanks to primordial "seeds". | Continue reading
For the first time ever, marine biologists have measured how much energy octopuses really need to change color — and it's a lot. | Continue reading
On this page, you'll find our live selection of the top deals on Amazon for Black Friday. | Continue reading
How many of the 160 named volcanoes in the U.S. and territories do you know? If you live in Alaska you have a big advantage. | Continue reading
by Andrea Scrima I recognized the corner immediately: it was right next to Cooper Union, on Lafayette Street in downtown Manhattan. There used to be a large parking lot on the other side of the street, where passers-by occasionally happened upon a colorful bricolage cobbled toget … | Continue reading
The tales of Ann Selzer, Matt Gaetz, Jeff Bezos, Allison Pearson, Ramon Rivera, Gabrielle Union, Bernie Sanders, RFK Jr., and Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong. | Continue reading
New technologies to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere are growing in scale –though their effect on the climate remains negligible | Continue reading
'Sorry We're Closed' is a stylish survival horror game about love, toxic relationships, and slaying demons. | Continue reading
Being put on the spot can be painful for introverts, as their deep-thinking brains need time to process and reflect. The post I’m an Introvert. Please Don’t Put Me on the Spot. appeared first on Introvert, Dear. | Continue reading
GET BOING BOING AD-FREE The "Alt National Park Service," a movement and social media account that was created in 2017 after Trump got elected for his first term, is back in action following Trump's recent re-election. On their Facebook page, they describe themselves as "the offic … | Continue reading
Neanderthals tended to bury their dead in caves, while early modern humans buried their dead in the fetal position, new research finds. | Continue reading
"This beast of a car is made for all-terrain." Tesla expands access to the much-hyped Cybertruck: 'Lots of people want them' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Generative AI is replacing a successful AI project that drafted legal rulings. Experts worry about data privacy, ethical quandaries, and the need for specialized training. | Continue reading
Starring Saoirse Ronan as a young mother, the film celebrates Londoners' resilience in the face of an eight-month Nazi aerial bombing campaign | Continue reading
It's the time for a new Hack Week. The Hack Week 24 was from November 18th to November 22th, and I've decided to join the New openSUSE-welcome project this time. The idea of this project is to revisit the existing openSUSE welcome app, and I've been trying to help here, specifica … | Continue reading
When stars explode as supernovas, they can cause serious cosmic carnage. Is Earth in any danger from any nearby stars? | Continue reading
On his final journey through Asia, Thomas Merton found some peace in the dialectic between refusing the world and loving it - by Drew Calvert Read at Aeon | Continue reading
This song marks a 40th release from Frank Joshua in just 4 years. In addition to being the darkest and most personal to date, it's also one of the most introspective songs in his discography. | Continue reading
For the past five years or so, Jeffrey Barg has been writing a column for the Philadelphia Inquirer called "The Angry Grammarian". The last one appeared on February 23 of this year, and Barg moved his peeves to Substack. At about the same time, his musical rom-com premiered at Th … | Continue reading