In January 2022, the undersea volcano Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai erupted spectacularly, becoming one of the most powerful volcanic events of the century. It sent a plume 50 kilometers high, impacting global weather and marine ecosystems. This eruption was preceded by seismic activ … | Continue reading
The phenomenon of Potterhead Politics is a intriguing example of how a fanbase has become a vehicle for engaging with real-world social and political issues. Inspired by the Harry Potter series, the Harry Potter Alliance (HPA) demonstrate how fans channel their passion for the se … | Continue reading
“The longer you let it sit, the more fragrant it becomes.” Woman shares 'brilliant' hack to get more use out of empty lotion bottles: 'That's a steal instead of throwing it out' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The last-gen Kindle Scribe is nearly identical to the new model, only with a few minor upgrades. If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to the new Kindle Scribe, we’ve got good news: the first-gen model is on sale for a couple hundred dollars less than the second-gen model. … | Continue reading
Hundreds of stone artifacts discovered on a Danish island may have been offered to the gods to ward off a climate crisis. | Continue reading
Speaking of social media and feeds, a new site launched that’s honestly one of the more surreal things I’ve ever seen: Bluesky is an opportunity to shake up the status quo. They have built scaffolding for a new kind of social web. One where we all have more say, choice and contro … | Continue reading
Pairing the technology with usable farm projects is a way to address that concern. Major energy company unveils plans to add unlikely horde of insects to solar facilities: 'An ideal pairing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Rich and pleasantly bittersweet with crisp edges and a fudgy interior, this flourless chocolate cake will keep you coming back for more. | Continue reading
Visiting a cleaned-up Queens neighborhood after his police force removed prostitutes, Eric Adams decided to clean up too. | Continue reading
The final end of Rocksteady's ill-fated Suicide Squad game has come, and it's somehow even less satisfying than anyone could have expected. | Continue reading
"Thanks so much for the advice." Homeowner concerned about keeping aggressive plant near their home at bay: 'Be cautious' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I am very concerned if Allstate decides to drop us in the future, we're in the same place." Homeowners with 'gun held to [their] head' struggling to navigate insurance crisis: 'It's scary' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Cath Virginia / The Verge In Supreme Court oral arguments over a potentially seismic change to the internet, the most memorable question came from Justice Samuel Alito. “One of the parties here is the owner of Pornhub, right?” Alito asked Derek Shaffer, lawyer for the adult indus … | Continue reading
History is going to view Joe Biden very favorably. He accomplished a lot that we’re only just starting to see results from. Competent management of the pandemic and a peace deal for Gaza are bookends. Thanks Joe. 🇺🇸 | Continue reading
Before the Internet, most information about psychedelics came by "finding the others" or seeking out obscure scientific papers and clandestine chemistry cookbooks, the latter of which frequently have a wonderful DIY 'zine-like quality to them. The newest addition to my small coll … | Continue reading
Planning to build your first website or switch to a better web hosting provider? Hostinger is offering massive discounts on a wide range of plans, helping you save hundreds of dollars. Don’t miss out on these limited-time deals! | Continue reading
"It is only getting easier." EV owners share why they're 'never' switching back to ICEs: 'I'm very happy to not have to spend a dime on gas' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
solarpunkfuturenow:Why Oligarchy Falls (And How to Speed It Up)We can overcome | Continue reading
If 2024 taught us anything, it’s that cottage cheese is officially back—and it might even be here to stay. After a steep decline (in 2015, NPR declared yogurt the reigning dairy champ), curds and whey has reclaimed its spot as a fridge staple, rising from its 1970s glory days, ac … | Continue reading
ETH Zurich scientists created eco-friendly, 3D-printed wall panels from marble waste that passively control humidity, cutting emissions and improving comfort in busy indoor areas. Whether in an office meeting room, a museum exhibition hall, or the waiting area of a government off … | Continue reading
After years of EVs being priced well above their thermal competition, the arrival of a veritable armada of competitively priced EVs in Colombia (most, but not all, being Chinese) has resulted in the obvious consequence: people are buying them in droves. Record after record has be … | Continue reading
Why Oligarchy Falls (And How to Speed It Up)We can overcome | Continue reading
This morning Mr. Berkenshaw came again, and after he had examined me and taught me something in my work, he and I went to breakfast in my chamber upon a collar of brawn, and after we had eaten, asked me whether we had not committed a fault in eating... | Continue reading
Many speculate that it is unlikely the incoming administration will be on board. A new crypto tax could make Bitcoin mining more costly — here's why it's gaining traction first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It was something my native great great grandmother taught my grandmother, and she taught me." Gardener demonstrates ancient planting method with undeniable results: 'Grow more food with less space' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Will Skeleton Crew return for season two? Jon Watts and Christopher Ford discuss that big question and more. | Continue reading
One of the most minor but most consequential characters from 'Iron Man' will return for an upcoming 'WandaVision' spinoff. | Continue reading
While this might sound like good news, the reality of the situation is that these changes are not good for any species. New reports reveal unexpected shift in marine life off the coast of California: 'I've seen a lot of change here' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Scientists are concerned about Red 3 because they have found a connection between the dye and cancer. How worried should you be about Red 3? Here's what experts say first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
1/ Israel and Hamas agreed to a 42-day ceasefire. The deal temporarily pauses the 15-months of fighting in the Gaza Strip, where Israeli forces have killed at least 46,500 Palestinians – mostly civilians – in response to the Hamas-led October 7 te... Subscribe: Get the Daily Upda … | Continue reading
Photo by DANIEL SLIM/AFP via Getty Images The US Department of Transportation (USDOT) is suing Southwest Airlines for “illegally operating multiple chronically delayed flights and disrupting passengers’ travel,” according to a press release. The USDOT’s investigation found that “ … | Continue reading
When New York Governor Kathy Hochul gave her State of the State address on Tuesday, climate advocates expected her to unveil an overdue plan to implement and fund the state’s climate law, which was enacted in 2019. Instead, she implied that she was delaying the plan indefinitely. … | Continue reading
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Professor who develops technologies to push the envelope of what is possible with photonics and electronic devices succeeds Joel Voldman. | Continue reading
"If I'd have seen it, I probably would've been standing right there, so it probably would've ripped me in half," said Joe Velaidum of Canada's Prince Edward Island. He was referring to a tiny meteor that smashed into his walkway. LIKE BOING BOING BUT NOT THE ADS? — Read the rest … | Continue reading
Well written, great graphics, Big Question. Why do people keep moving in harm’s way? | Continue reading
Major groups in the anti-offshore wind movement are going big, submitting a lengthy policy wish list to the Trump transition team, according to documents obtained and first reported by Heatmap News. Key organizations in the movement against offshore wind submitted a draft executi … | Continue reading
"A sophisticated, sustainable planting system that provided long-term soil fertility and a healthy diet to generations of Native Americans." Gardener shares ancient gardening method to easily increase your harvest in a small space: 'That is so cool' first appeared on The Cool Dow … | Continue reading
Theodore Schleifer and Mike Isaac, New York Times: Mark Zuckerberg, the Meta chief executive who has tried to keep a distance from politics, is warming to President-elect Donald J. Trump. Mr. Zuckerberg is among several Big Tech executives who are expected to be front and center … | Continue reading
Bierocks—comforting beef-and-cabbage filled buns—were brought to Kansas and Nebraska by immigrants in the late 1800s and remain a Midwestern staple to this day. | Continue reading
The Tiny SE includes an integrated stand allowing it to sit atop a laptop’s screen or a monitor. | Image: Obsbot Obsbot has announced a $99 webcam with a two-axis motorized mount that’s capable of tracking and dynamically reframing subjects. The Tiny SE is available now for $99, … | Continue reading
This week on the podcast: Federico, Myke, and Stephen consider turning their podcast over to a non-profit for all decision-making. Other points of business include Unifi networking, Focus modes, daily notes, and other items. | Continue reading
This is the third post in my A-Z Toobox series, in which I’m listing tools I use down the alphabet for no logical reason. The letter C has the certbot utility which automatically provisions, allocates, and installs TLS certificates using Let’s Encrypt that you can run via cron. S … | Continue reading
This is a collection of random, unrelated things I read this week. I fell into the trap last year of wanting to comment on individual stories, but they never left my drafts because I already exceeded my self-imposed daily post limit. This format will let me post stuff that intere … | Continue reading
Analysis of the latest app store and Amazon product page data suggests that sales of Meta’s latest entry-level VR headset have underperformed. | Continue reading
As you may know by now, Apple Intelligence includes handy writing tools and summarization features. One of the more useful ways to take advantage of the Apple Intelligence features on iPhone, Mac, and iPad is to have the AI feature write emails for you. Can’t think of what to say … | Continue reading
MIT junior Shreya Mogulothu says taking an MITx class as a high school student opened her eyes to new possibilities. | Continue reading
A study in the Florida Keys showed damage from boating and anchor drops in 57% of the surveyed shallow-water reef sites. Photo of items aboard massive yacht in Palm Beach raises eyebrows online: 'It's ... all the way down' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading