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This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here. “Freedom” is often a Republican talking point, but Vice President Kamala Harris is trying to reclaim the concept for Democrats as part of her campaign for the presidency. In a speech at the Democratic National Convention last month, she declared that … Read more
Uber riders in Austin and Atlanta will be able to hail a Waymo robotaxi through the app in early 2025 as part of an expanded partnership between the two companies. Waymo’s autonomous vehicles have been available on the Uber app in Phoenix since October 2023. This expansion comes at a time when Uber has been … Read more
How the U.S. military could become involved in a dangerous conflict in the South China Sea – CBS News Watch CBS News 60 Minutes reports on what’s being called “the most dangerous conflict no one is talking about” as tensions rise between China and the Philippines over disputed waters in the South China Sea. Correspondent … Read more
The Babadook is returning to theaters for its 10-year anniversary—but really, did Jennifer Kent’s searing tale of a mother grappling with grief so powerful it manifests a monster ever really escape your thoughts? The movie is terrifying on multiple levels, adroitly drawing on elements plucked from the darkest nightmares. io9 was thrilled to talk to … Read more
Exercising and taking breaks can fall by the wayside when you’re absorbed in work. Unaware of the passing time, you might spend most of the day hunched over a computer screen, only to feel achy, stiff and lethargic later on. However, along with limbering up muscles and reducing stress, exercise combats the effects of environmental … Read more
There are plenty of calendar and scheduling apps that take care of your professional life and help you slot in meetings with your teammates and work collaborators. Howbout is all about finding time with your friends to catch up. The company is banking on the fact that some Gen Z users are very happy to … Read more
Social responsibility is more than just personal acts of kindness and community service; it’s a powerful force for community well-being, driven significantly by businesses across various sectors. Companies in the waste management industry, for example, have a unique and profound ability to shape healthier, more responsible communities. Ineffective waste management, whether through nonexistent collection systems … Read more
American science fiction author and aeronautical engineer Robert A. Heinlein once said, “One man’s ‘magic’ is another man’s engineering.” When that quote comes to mind, I can’t help but think of the Honor MagicBook Art 14. I was floored and instantly jealous when I saw the stunning laptop at Honor’s booth on the IFA 2024 … Read more
The director of Ecuador’s biggest prison was killed in an armed attack on Thursday, the second such killing in under two weeks in the Latin American country, the SNAI prison agency said. Maria Daniela Icaza, director of the infamous Litoral penitentiary in the port city Guayaquil died of injuries sustained “following an armed attack on … Read more
If you’ve recently decided to pivot to full-on self-employment, you might have one question: What am I going to do about health care? It’s a valid question, and many people are in the same position. A 2021 Gallup poll found that 1 in 6 Americans stay in jobs they don’t find fulfilling just to keep … Read more