"Heating and cooling makes up nearly half of the energy used in homes." Experts are urging homeowners to ditch their old HVACs: 'Studies have pointed to various health concerns' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Mentions of environmental concerns on S&P 500 earnings calls have plunged. | Continue reading
"It's how people farmed 50 years ago." First-of-its-kind winery breaks new ground with unexpected tactic for growing grapes: 'It's a treat for people' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The Department of Transportation has threatened to pull funding for high-profile climate-friendly projects in California, New York, and Washington, D.C. | Continue reading
10 Chambers, the Swedish game dev comprised of veterans behind the first two Payday games and the developer of GTFO, has revealed a good chunk of new gameplay of its upcoming co-op FPS, Den Of Wolves. The gameplay, served raw, is based on a pre-alpha build, and it gets immediatel … | Continue reading
People looking to build muscle with the help of a creatine supplement might be disappointed by new research suggesting it has little to no impact when taken at the recommended dosage. New research led by UNSW has found that taking the popular sports supplement creatine does not l … | Continue reading
It's best to take advantage now while the incentives are still around. You can collect $2,000 from the government to upgrade your kitchen: 'It feels like the future' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
After mass firings and rehiring, thousands of federal employees are bracing for deeper cuts — just as wildfires, floods, and rising temperatures threaten national parks. | Continue reading
“Will it work?” Along the way, we’ve been pushed to load our decisions with a need for certainty. It’s easier, it seems, to not try than it is to fail. But the question, “is it worth trying?” unlocks possibility. A surgeon in the middle of an operation should probably not experim … | Continue reading
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?si=l7KWVf9NZBUkPyM6 In July 1963, Bob Dylan made his first appearance at the Newport Folk Festival. On opening night, he captivated a crowd of 13,000 with a performance of “Blowin’ in the Wind,” accompanied by Joan Baez, Pete Seeger, and Peter, Paul, and Mary. Then, the followin … | Continue reading
When they stepped on board, they immediately noticed what sets this train apart. Sisters share honest review of their travel experience aboard unbelievably fast rail line: 'First time on a bullet train' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Stevie Chick speaks to John Schmersal in order to offer ten points of entry into the back catalogue of recently reconvened cult rock band Brainiac. Main portrait by Lee Ann McGuire “Were we cyberpunk?” asks Brainiac guitarist/vocalist John Schmersal, who, since 2023, has led his … | Continue reading
A mysterious whale that has puzzled scientists for decades may not be an anomaly, but a clue to what climate change is doing beneath the waves. | Continue reading
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This blog post guides readers on building a production-grade Spring Boot application using an AI coding assistant. It covers key steps including setting up prerequisites, generating OpenAPI specifications, and creating database migration scripts with Liquibase. Despite occasional … | Continue reading
Two-hit wonders are in between the obscure one-hit wonders and famous musicians. Chris… Tags: Billboard, Chris Dalla Riva, music, songs | Continue reading
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Homeowners who have made the switch are seeing dramatic drops in their energy bills. This startup could save you thousands with its first-of-its-kind water heater: 'Take care of problems' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Ekaterina Zaharieva, the commissioner for Start-ups, Research and Innovation, speaking at a plenary session in Strasbourg. Photo credits: Mathieu Cugnot / European Union The European Parliament wants the Commission to increase efforts to attract US scientists affected by budget c … | Continue reading
"I plan to get this or something just like this." Tech reviewer shares insider look at ultra-futuristic stove: 'Can certainly make your dreams come true' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Long-term data from a deep-sea observatory shows hurricanes transport reef sediments and pollutants to the deep ocean, influencing carbon sequestration and ocean chemistry. The impacts of hurricanes on land, ships, and offshore oil platforms are well known. However, their effects … | Continue reading
Dr. Ruth Akintunde shares her journey into computer science, highlighting how open source technology has transformed the global AI landscape. She discusses the power of open source generative AI, which... Read More The post Open source vs. Enterprise AI: Striking the right balanc … | Continue reading
With TV drama Adolescence and Andrew Tate currently in the news, author Craig Johnson asks how the toxic ideology extremist influencers became so widespread and offers practical advice to help young people affected. CW: Reference to sexual assault and violence against women. Cont … | Continue reading
There are better ways. Expert issues warning over common method used for household pest control: 'It doesn't matter' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Ford and GM celebrated strong Q1 EV sales results on April 1, while Tesla CEO Elon Musk spent his Q1 energy failing to sell voters on his pick for Wisconsin State Supreme Court. The post US Carmakers Crush It On Q1 EV Sales (Except You-Know-Who) appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading
G House is a minimalist, ecologically sustainable residence designed to coexist with its natural surroundings in the Gökçeovacık region of Muğla, Turkey. Positioned on a rocky slope overlooking Göcek Island, the house offers a seamless connection to nature while maintaining a low … | Continue reading
Solar panels can be a major money saver on your electric bills. This game-changing tax advice could earn you thousands for new solar panels: 'Translates into hundreds if not thousands of dollars of extra savings' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Explore what MongoDB is, how it functions, and how organizations utilize it for specific applications to achieve business benefits. | Continue reading
"And they think it's important for us." Gamer frustrated after noticing bizarre feature of popular board game: 'I can't think of a single reason' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Deleting clone files saves no space, but converting copies into clones could free up plenty of storage. Sparse files can also be highly efficient, and squeeze 285 GB into just 16.5 GB. | Continue reading
"A heat pump is absolutely the greatest thing ever." Home energy expert reveals everything you need to know before upgrading your HVAC: 'The federal government and ... states offer huge incentives' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Dragon House by no.ma architecten was born from the vision of a young couple seeking to transform their recently purchased house into a flexible, challenging, playful, and inspiring family home with a unique character. Primarily attracted by its location and the stunning view of … | Continue reading
It’s as simple and straightforward a question about our cosmic home as you can imagine: how many stars are in our Milky Way? While there’s an enormous amount that we know about our Universe with a significant amount of confidence — what types of matter and energy are present with … | Continue reading
One thing I really enjoy about this time of year is Hot Cross Buns. When we were children, we only really had them on Good Friday, which was quite traditional. These days they are available pretty much all year round, and in a variety of flavors as well. Some being studded with c … | Continue reading
It's like upgrading your car's engine rather than buying a new vehicle. Energy firm announces massive new project that will save consumers money: 'Projects like these help US workers in US factories' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Mountaintops host some of the world’s most diverse butterfly species, but climate change could transform these habitats into ecological traps according to a new study. A Yale-led study warns that global climate change may have a devastating impact on butterflies, transforming the … | Continue reading
In this episode, I continue my journey with vector databases, integrating Pinecone, Neo4J , and Spring AI. While making some progress, I also encountered hurdles, such as evolving APIs and the unique architecture of vector stores. Next, I share insights ... The post Breaktime Tec … | Continue reading
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"Wait a minute!" Woman shares brilliant way to reuse empty pill bottles: 'We love an innovative queen' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Motorola announced the first phone in its midrange Edge 60 series, which ships with a novel twist: a faux-canvas finish. The Edge 60 Fusion looks the part otherwise, with its molded camera module and surprisingly slim body, but the basic specs match the low price tag — just £299. … | Continue reading
Access to nature and wildlife is a privilege. Officials sound alarm as sacred animals face growing threat: 'We want to better understand' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A little digging tells more about this story. Observer sparks outrage with photo of 'obnoxious' sighting in the sky: 'It's quite depressing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
NASA has successfully tested an electric force field on the Moon that protects spacecraft from destructive lunar dust. The Electrodynamic Dust Shield (EDS) was carried aboard Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost Mission 1, whose mission ended on March 16. Continue Reading Category: Spa … | Continue reading
Stronger regional cooperation could help weaker educational systems leapfrog developmental stages. Czechia’s best practices, Estonia’s technological innovations, and Poland’s entrepreneurial zeal can be shared more widely through structured forums and partnerships. In 1989, a sur … | Continue reading
The new test could help identify which patients are most likely to benefit from new Alzheimer’s drugs. A newly developed blood test for Alzheimer’s disease not only helps confirm the presence of the condition but also provides information about how far the disease has progressed, … | Continue reading
The legislation demonstrates how states can create practical financial solutions. Lawmakers propose bold plan to put funds from large corporations to public use: 'Commitment to holding ... companies accountable' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Though a variety of factors can impact grocery prices, these changes all share an underlying cause. Unexpected issue causes food prices to soar for millions — here's what's happening first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading