TikTok in Romania

Ownership and control of social media platforms is a first-order concern for both domestic politics and international conflict. The most important battleground in the Russia-Ukraine war is elections in NATO member states. And there, Russia is clearly winning. Trump, obviously, bu … | Continue reading


@crookedtimber.org | 3 minutes ago

The New Electric Cars Are Boring, and That’s Okay

The star of this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show was the Hyundai Ioniq 9, a rounded-off colossus of an EV that puts Hyundai’s signature EV styling on a three-row SUV cavernous enough to carry seven. I was reminded of two years ago, when Hyundai stole the L.A. show with a different E … | Continue reading


@heatmap.news | 10 minutes ago

Can we safely reference .NET8 libraries from .NET9 apps?

With each upgrade of the .NET platform, developers may decide whether to upgrade or wait until the rest of the ecosystem upgrades first. Here is my experience when I wanted to understand if it’s ok to bump up my projects to .NET 9 while some of the NuGet libraries I depend on are … | Continue reading


@taurit.pl | 11 minutes ago

World's oldest man dead at 112

John Alfred Tinniswood (previously at Boing Boing) died Monday at 112. He was the world's oldest man. His family said Mr Tinniswood's final day was "surrounded by music and love". Mr Tinniswood, who was born on 26 August 1912, the same year the Titanic sank, became the UK's oldes … | Continue reading


@boingboing.net | 18 minutes ago

Parliament backs new research councils proposed for FP10

European Parliament's hemicycle in Strasbourg. Photo credits: Mathieu Cugnot / European Union The European Parliament’s Committee on Industry, Research, and Energy (ITRE) backs the creation of new independent councils in FP10, a concept proposed in the Read more here | Continue reading


@sciencebusiness.net | 42 minutes ago

Ancient Lava Tubes Reveal Hidden Clues to Life Beyond Earth

Lava tubes on Earth have been studied for signs of ancient microbial life, providing a model for searching for life in similar structures on Mars. A comprehensive study of lava tubes—caves formed by cooling lava after volcanic eruptions—has shed light on how Earth’s ancient envir … | Continue reading


@scitechdaily.com | 48 minutes ago

Lady Mercedes delivers impressively passionate rendition of Holiday classic “My Favorite Things”

Lady Mercedes's music dwells on hope and positivity, performed with grace and elegance that is captivating and utterly enthralling. | Continue reading


@lessthan1000followers.com | 49 minutes ago

Why our “weak-tie” connections are actually super-strong

Being intellectually alive isn’t only about being open-minded when presented with new ideas and perspectives. It’s about proactively seeking out these experiences. It’s about fighting to break free of the bubble that’s so easy to create for ourselves to understand how the other 9 … | Continue reading


@bigthink.com | 51 minutes ago

Wireless ultrasonic cutter is truly a jack of all trades

From a handheld soldering gun to the 'playbird mansion' and, of course, the marvel of a smartphone microscope, there are some gadgets that we come across that we instantly want – and this wireless ultrasonic cutter is definitely another. Continue Reading Category: Electronics, Co … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 hour ago

9 Things Pro Cleaners Never Clean Before Hosting (And 4 They Always Do)

And you shouldn’t, either! READ MORE... | Continue reading


@thekitchn.com | 1 hour ago

I wrote a book on the execution of the Rosenbergs for Cold War spying – and a recently declassified document has convinced me that Ethel was innocent

The sons of an American woman executed for spying on the United States during the Cold War want President Joe Biden to clear her name before he leaves office. Ethel Rosenberg and her husband, Julius, were executed on June 19, 1953, for conspiracy to commit espionage. They were ac … | Continue reading


@theconversation.com | 1 hour ago

November 26, 2024

Rainfall stopping by sunrise. An oak leaf comes sailing out of the woods and spirals down onto the porch. Holes in the clouds open and close like blue wounds. | Continue reading


@morningporch.com | 1 hour ago

James Webb (JWST) redefines appearance of Sombrero galaxy (Messier 104)  

In the new mid-infrared image taken by the James Webb Space Telescope, the Sombrero galaxy (technically known as Messier 104 or M104 galaxy) appears more like an archery target, instead of wide-brimmed Mexican hat Sombrero as it appeared in earlier visible light images taken Spit … | Continue reading


@scientificeuropean.co.uk | 1 hour ago

The Huge Economic Toll of the 2024 Hurricane Season

Current conditions: Parts of southwest France that were freezing last week are now experiencing record high temperatures • Forecasters are monitoring a storm system that could become Australia’s first named tropical cyclone of this season • The Colorado Rockies could get several … | Continue reading


@heatmap.news | 1 hour ago

Synthetic Dimension Breakthrough Propels Quantum Tech to New Heights

Researchers at INRS have developed a synthetic photonic lattice capable of generating and manipulating quantum states of light, paving the way for promising advancements in applications ranging from quantum computing to secure quantum communication protocols. A study co-directed … | Continue reading


@scitechdaily.com | 1 hour ago

The 2K Launcher is going the way of the dodo

The launcher is being axed and 'removed from every game that used it on Epic and Steam.' | Continue reading


@gamedeveloper.com | 2 hours ago

"Young" exoplanet may end up a super-Earth

The latest of some 5,780 exoplanets so far discovered outside our own solar system is described as a "young" planet that may develop into a super-Earth: a world compositionally similar to our own but much larger."Astronomers got lucky," writes Mark Kaufman. — Read the rest The po … | Continue reading


@boingboing.net | 2 hours ago

The AI Exorcist

Asbestos was the material that built the future! Strong, long lasting, fire-proof, and - above all - completely safe for humans. Every house in the land had beautiful sheets of gloriously white asbestos installed in the walls and ceilings. All the better to keep your loved ones s … | Continue reading


@shkspr.mobi | 2 hours ago

Fast-charging lithium-sulfur battery for eVTOLs nears production

Researchers at Australia's Monash University are close to solving one of the biggest challenges with eVTOL aircraft. The team's new lithium-sulfur battery tech is designed to deliver roughly twice the energy density of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries, as well as speedy charging an … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 hours ago

Reading visual art: 176 Peace, mythical and ancient

Allegories using classical deities, by Tintoretto and Rubens. Accounts of how the Sabine women brought peace to Rome, and peace treaties of Charlemagne and Barbarossa. | Continue reading


@eclecticlight.co | 2 hours ago

Carmack & Rogan

I guess something has changed with the Joe Rogan / Spotify deal and now all the old episodes are on YouTube again, which means the gems from the archives can now pop up. I was alerted to this conversation between Joe Rogan and John Carmack, and it’s pure gold. I know I’m five yea … | Continue reading


@ma.tt | 2 hours ago

The ugliest Cybertruck in the world has been found

LIKE BOING BOING BUT NOT THE ADS? CLICK HERE TO GO AD-FREE! And if not, it's certainly a contender. Put the neon-green Cyberbeast out of your mind and feast your eyes on the Cyberdoge, a unique meeting of Elon Musk's terrible cars and Elon Musk's ancient taste in memes that would … | Continue reading


@boingboing.net | 2 hours ago

New Study Shows How Light Sleep Improves Your Cognition

Discovery hints at wide-ranging potential for enhancing brain function Although it is widely recognized that sleep boosts cognitive performance, the neural mechanisms underlying this effect—especially those associated with non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep—are still not well un … | Continue reading


@scitechdaily.com | 2 hours ago

What Graykey Can and Can’t Unlock

This is from 404 Media: The Graykey, a phone unlocking and forensics tool that is used by law enforcement around the world, is only able to retrieve partial data from all modern iPhones that run iOS 18 or iOS 18.0.1, which are two recently released versions of Apple’s mobile oper … | Continue reading


@schneier.com | 2 hours ago

Salt batteries are finally shaping up – that's good for the planet

With lithium in short supply, sodium-ion batteries might offer cheap energy storage with less environmental impact | Continue reading


@newscientist.com | 2 hours ago

See a tiny Peruvian Dragon mantis swaying on a hand

LIKE BOING BOING BUT NOT THE ADS? CLICK HERE TO GO AD-FREE! See a tiny and ethereal looking Peruvian Dragon mantis swaying back and forth on a person's hand. When full grown, this mantis is relatively large. The females typically grow up to 4–5 inches (10–12 cm) in length, while … | Continue reading


@boingboing.net | 2 hours ago

Drop your jaw at recently-auctioned vintage comic book prices

LIKE BOING BOING BUT NOT THE ADS? CLICK HERE TO GO AD-FREE! Instead of arguing about politics at the dinner table this Thanksgiving, why not ask mom what happened to your childhood comic book collection? You'll all enjoy reviewing the final bids of the recent auction of classic c … | Continue reading


@boingboing.net | 3 hours ago

Snow Scene Pointillism Art Project for Kids

School-aged kids will learn about painting using the pointillism technique in this easy project. This lesson can easily be completed… The post Snow Scene Pointillism Art Project for Kids appeared first on Kids Activities Blog. | Continue reading


@kidsactivitiesblog.com | 3 hours ago

Have yourself a minimalist Christmas

Posterlad is selling a super minimalist Christmas poster, featuring a red star Christmas topper on a tree. If you celebrate Christmas and it fits into your room decor, grab one on the Posterlad website in 50×70 cm and 70×100cm. The post Have yourself a minimalist Christmas appear … | Continue reading


@cultrface.co.uk | 3 hours ago

MEOW motherboard is full of cats

LIKE BOING BOING BUT NOT THE ADS? CLICK HERE TO GO AD-FREE! I assure you that you are not prepared for how cute this motherboard is. Here is the COLORFIRE B760M-MEOW WIFI D5 ORANGE from Colorfire. So many cats and pawprints! — Read the rest The post MEOW motherboard is full of ca … | Continue reading


@boingboing.net | 3 hours ago

The Free Web

There is something you can do to help the open web. Put yourself on it. The post The Free Web appeared first on The History of the Web. | Continue reading


@thehistoryoftheweb.com | 3 hours ago

Mass Effect director shutters new studio due to 'unexpected shortfall of funding'

Casey Hudson formed Humanoid Origin in 2021 to build a new sci-fi universe. | Continue reading


@gamedeveloper.com | 3 hours ago

Save $800 on our favorite DSLR for Black Friday

If you're looking for a new camera that can do it all, B&H has reduced the Nikon D850 by $800 this Black Friday. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 3 hours ago

Save $980 on the beautiful and powerful Unistellar eVscope 2

One of the most striking telescopes on the market has a huge discount of $980 this Black Friday. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 3 hours ago

How Trump Plans to Seize the Power of the Purse From Congress

by Molly Redden ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. Donald Trump … | Continue reading


@propublica.org | 3 hours ago

New CRISPR system pauses genes, rather than turning them off permanently

Researchers in Lithuania present the molecular structure of a new, more-versatile CRISPR system for gene editing. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 3 hours ago

A grief with no name

As a child, I was torn from a culture that I never knew. It is a loss that defines me, even as I struggle to define the loss - by Jelena Markovic Read at Aeon | Continue reading


@aeon.co | 3 hours ago

Level up your workout game without breaking the bank — these excellent Black Friday fitness trackers deals are cheaper than ever

Save big on fitness trackers ahead of Black Friday. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 3 hours ago

3 Grown-Up Advent Calendars Using IKEA Hacks

Advent calendars have long been a cherished tradition, helping children count down the days until Christmas with excitement and anticipation. But who says adults can’t join in on the fun? This year, elevate your holiday season with a grown-up twist on the classic Advent calendar. … | Continue reading


@ikeahackers.net | 3 hours ago

The 'world's most beloved telescope is' $300 off this Black Friday

Live Science's top telescope, the Celestron NexStar 8SE, is a massive $300 off at Amazon this Black Friday. Grab this powerful motorized telescope before it's gone! | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 3 hours ago

Catalysis Reinvented: New Ultra-Thin Nanosheets To Drive Green Energy

Nagoya University researchers have pioneered a surfactant-based method to create amorphous nanosheets, enabling production from previously inaccessible materials like aluminum and rhodium oxides. Researchers at Nagoya University in Japan have addressed a significant challenge in … | Continue reading


@scitechdaily.com | 3 hours ago

Why are You Looking at Everyone Else?

Focus on your own game | Continue reading


@investmenttalk.co | 4 hours ago

how she held on to my foot

she said she accidentally took the photo - i thought it was poignant how she held on to my foot the entire hour or so i was having my root canal. if this isn't true love, i don't know what is. | Continue reading


@winnielim.org | 4 hours ago

Ubuntu Blog: Is a real-time OS right for your business?

With automation spanning virtually every sector of society, real-time capable operating systems (OS) are becoming critical across industries, from automotive and telecommunications, to industrial manufacturing. A real-time operating system (RTOS) ensures precise and deterministic … | Continue reading


@ubuntu.com | 4 hours ago

One Page Websites Make Me Distrust Companies

I have this weird reaction to one-page websites. From a technical and design perspective, they make perfect sense. The navigation is straightforward... Read More... Source | Continue reading


@vincentschmalbach.com | 4 hours ago

1st-of-its-kind cryogenic transistor is 1,000 times more efficient and could lead to much more powerful quantum computers

The new type of transistor, known as the "cryo-CMOS transistor," is optimized to operate at temperatures under 1 K and emit near-zero heat. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 4 hours ago

Songs I Like (88)

Money’s Too Tight To Mention. I have featured this song before on my blog, but I heard it again recently so thought a second outing was in order. In 1985 I was still living in Wimbledon in South-West London just before moving back to the Surrey Docks area. I used to frequent a re … | Continue reading


@beetleypete.com | 4 hours ago

Music and Wartime in Ukraine, Part Two: Our Choice, Our Future

In the latest edition of New Voices Ukraine, tQ's new collaboration with 20ft Radio, Neformat, the British Council and Ukrainian Institute, Yaryna Denysyuk continues her inquiry into the war's cultural front, and looks ahead to an uncertain and dangerous future My last piece star … | Continue reading


@thequietus.com | 4 hours ago