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2020-08-27 13:00:00 |
Covid-19 Proves It\'s Time to Abolish \'Predictive\' Policing Algorithms (lien direct) |
Research collected during the pandemic backs up the national calls for racial and criminal justice. So why are we still relying on punitive software? |
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2020-08-27 13:00:00 |
Scientists Want to Ditch Formula for Lab-Grown Breast Milk (lien direct) |
Formula has come a long way, but it still lacks many nutrients and takes a toll on the environment. A few companies are hoping to provide an alternative. |
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2020-08-27 12:00:00 |
Firefox Launched a New Android App to Lure Users From Chrome (lien direct) |
Mozilla has rewritten the app to rely on its own infrastructure rather than Google's. But will its privacy and UI tweaks convince people to make the switch? |
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2020-08-27 12:00:00 |
Tao Clean Sonic Toothbrush Review: Zaps Germs After Each Use (lien direct) |
This electric toothbrush nestles into a base station that also cleans and dries the brush head. |
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2020-08-27 11:00:00 |
The Pandemic Could Derail a Generation of Young Scientists (lien direct) |
Lost funding, lab access, and publishing opportunities mean PhD students and postdocs are uniquely vulnerable. It doesn't bode well for the field's future. |
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2020-08-27 11:00:00 |
The Prince of Georgia Is Big on Instagram (lien direct) |
The musician BERA is the son of the the country's former prime minister and richest man. When street protests arose in Tbilisi, I went to check on him. |
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2020-08-27 11:00:00 |
How to Create Your Own Custom Google Home Routines (lien direct) |
The whole point of a smart speaker is to make your life easier. Here's how to take yours to the next level. |
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2020-08-27 11:00:00 |
The Bathroom of Tomorrow: Shower & Bath Tech of 2020 (lien direct) |
Bathrooms are getting smarter, smelling nicer, making you sweat, cooling you down, and, of course, still graciously accepting your waste. |
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2020-08-26 22:57:43 |
Why Hurricane Laura\'s Storm Surge Could Be \'Unsurvivable\' (lien direct) |
The deadliest aspect of a hurricane is the storm surge. And Louisiana and Texas are about to get hit with a massive wall of water. |
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2020-08-26 19:12:26 |
A California Wildfire Nearly Destroyed the Historic Lick Observatory (lien direct) |
The state's apocalyptic blazes have burned 2,000 square miles in 10 days. Here's how they almost claimed a 130-year-old astronomical icon. |
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2020-08-26 14:02:29 |
The Future of American Industry Depends on Open Source Tech (lien direct) |
Instead of launching into a costly trade war with China, we need to fully embrace the fastest, safest, and most democratic way of advancing technology. |
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2020-08-26 13:00:00 |
Best Sonos Setup: Which Speakers and Soundbars Should You Buy? (lien direct) |
From the Move to the Beam, we've tested every speaker from the venerable brand. We like them all-but here are the best picks to fit your lifestyle. |
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2020-08-26 12:00:00 |
Steely Eyes, Tragic Ends: The Bromantic Theory of History (lien direct) |
It's no exaggeration to say that emotional affairs of the male heart can influence technology and geopolitics. |
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2020-08-26 11:00:00 |
A Ball of Bacteria Survived for 3 Years ... in Space! (lien direct) |
New research from the Japanese Tanpopo mission adds to scientists' understanding of how living organisms can endure the hostile environment. |
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2020-08-26 11:00:00 |
Ransomware Has Gone Corporate. Where Will It End? (lien direct) |
The DarkSide operators are just the latest group to adopt a veneer of professionalism-while at the same time escalating the consequences of their attacks. |
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2020-08-25 19:53:33 |
The FDA\'s Approach to Covid-19 Is a Bloody Mess (lien direct) |
It's already looking shaky and politicized on the subject of convalescent plasma. What will happen with vaccines? |
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2020-08-25 18:07:38 |
You Hate \'The Legend of Korra\' for All the Wrong Reasons (lien direct) |
It's not that Korra is a bad protagonist. It's that she isn't Aang-and that's fine to say. |
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2020-08-25 17:51:58 |
The First Repeat Covid-19 Infection Case Isn\'t All Bad News (lien direct) |
A report from Hong Kong provides the first credible evidence that it's possible to catch the virus twice. Some immunologists are breathing a sigh of relief. |
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2020-08-25 16:08:40 |
Nomad Base Station Pro Wireless Charger: An AirPower Alternative (lien direct) |
Nomad's Base Station Pro can charge multiple devices at once without needing to place them just so on the mat. |
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2020-08-25 13:00:00 |
Wahoo Fitness Kickr Smart Trainer Review: Brings the Backroads Indoors (lien direct) |
The newest update to this smart bicycle trainer improves-and futureproofs-the indoor riding experience. |
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2020-08-25 12:00:00 |
Is Your Chart a Detective Story? Or a Police Report? (lien direct) |
Every data visualization is a story, a plot to be unraveled-but some are more approachable than others. |
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2020-08-25 12:00:00 |
A Dogfight Renews Concerns About AI\'s Lethal Potential (lien direct) |
Alphabet's DeepMind pioneered reinforcement learning. A California company used it to create an algorithm that defeated an F-16 pilot in a simulation. |
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2020-08-25 12:00:00 |
Colgate Hum Review: A Smart Toothbrush That Nails App-Guided Brushing (lien direct) |
The smart toothbrush perfects connected brushing tech-and costs a fraction of the price of its competitors. |
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2020-08-25 11:00:00 |
A Huge Covid-19 Natural Experiment Is Underway-in Classrooms (lien direct) |
As K-12 students head back to school, epidemiologists are watching for clues about how kids spread the virus, and what can stop it. |
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2020-08-25 11:00:00 |
How to Undo Gender Stereotypes in Math-With Math! (lien direct) |
A mathematician uses her craft to unravel arguments about differences between men and women. |
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2020-08-25 11:00:00 |
Amazon and FedEx Push to Put Delivery Robots on Your Sidewalk (lien direct) |
The companies are backing bills in more than a dozen states that would legalize the devices. Some bills would block cities from regulating them at all. |
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2020-08-24 19:37:51 |
MAGA TikTok Creators Stand by Trump-Despite a Potential Ban (lien direct) |
Conservative influencers say they understand the president's moves to shut down the platform in the US, even if it costs them their audience. |
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2020-08-24 16:58:25 |
Watch the Trailers for The Batman and Wonder Woman 1984 (lien direct) |
And while you're at it, check out the trailer for the Snyder Cut of Justice League and a new one for The Suicide Squad, too. |
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2020-08-24 13:00:00 |
How to Create an Inviting Space for Yoga at Home (lien direct) |
Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just getting started, here's all the gear you need to get your flow on. |
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2020-08-24 12:00:00 |
Inside the Sprint to Map the Murder Hornet Genome (lien direct) |
The arrival of the insect in the US sent scientists racing to unravel its DNA, looking for clues to where it came from and how to stop it from sticking around. |
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2020-08-24 11:00:00 |
A Postal Slowdown Is Scary for Those Who Get Meds By Mail (lien direct) |
Many seniors, veterans, and chronically ill people rely on the USPS for prescriptions and medical supplies. During Covid-19, they can't just go to a drugstore. |
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2020-08-24 11:00:00 |
Covid Hits Minorities Hardest, but Data Often Doesn\'t Show It (lien direct) |
Many states are not collecting the race or ethnicity of coronavirus patients, which can make it harder to know the true impact on low-income communities. |
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2020-08-24 11:00:00 |
How Animal Activists Exposed the Brutality of Factory Farming (lien direct) |
In the second part of a Get WIRED series, we go inside one man's mission to bring to light one of factory farming's most notorious practices. |
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2020-08-24 11:00:00 |
What to Know Before Sending Your Kids Back to School Online (lien direct) |
Whether your children are going back to class in person or remotely-or some combination-we have tips to help them make the most of the experience. |
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2020-08-24 00:09:51 |
The FDA Just OK\'d Emergency Use of Plasma for Covid-19 (lien direct) |
Sick people can already get the treatment, and the data is inconclusive. But the president is super into it. |
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2020-08-23 13:00:00 |
A New Botnet Is Covertly Targeting Millions of Servers (lien direct) |
FritzFrog has been used to try and infiltrate government agencies, banks, telecom companies, and universities across the US and Europe. |
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2020-08-23 12:00:00 |
How to Rid Your Phone of Those Default Apps You Never Use (lien direct) |
Even the best phones come with bloatware, preinstalled apps that take up precious storage space. Here's how to remove them and speed up your device. |
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2020-08-23 12:00:00 |
A Fleet of Computers Helps Settle a 90-Year-Old Math Problem (lien direct) |
By translating Ott-Heinrich Keller's conjecture into a computer-friendly search, researchers confirmed a conjecture about seven-dimensional space. |
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2020-08-23 11:00:00 |
What Causes Mascne (Face Mask Acne), and How to Treat It (lien direct) |
Just in case you needed more to worry about, mask-related acne is also breaking out nationwide. Here's what's causing it and how to get it under control. |
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2020-08-23 11:00:00 |
Police Want Your Smart Speaker-Here\'s Why (lien direct) |
Requests are rising from law enforcement for information on the devices, which can include internet queries, food orders, and overheard conversations. |
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2020-08-22 13:00:00 |
Facebook Finally Cracks Down on QAnon (lien direct) |
Plus: A top-secret iPod, Carnival ransomware, and more of the week's top security news. |
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2020-08-22 12:00:00 |
Solar Panels Are Starting to Die, Leaving Behind Toxic Trash (lien direct) |
Photovoltaic panels are a boon for clean energy but are tricky to recycle. As the oldest ones expire, get ready for a solar e-waste glut. |
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2020-08-22 11:00:00 |
The 14 Best Weekend Deals: Earbuds, Robot Vacuums, and More (lien direct) |
In news that's surprisingly not bad, a lot of Nintendo Switch games are on sale. |
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2020-08-22 11:00:00 |
A Standing Desk Changed My Life-It Can Save Yours Too (lien direct) |
These motor-powered desks aren't all hype. They actually do make you feel better-physically and mentally. |
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2020-08-21 21:34:28 |
Facebook\'s \'Kill Switch\' Solves the Wrong Problem (lien direct) |
If the election is disputed, the company may shut down all political advertising. Meanwhile, more harmful vectors of misinformation continue to spread. |
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2020-08-21 20:53:02 |
The Uncanny Escapism of \'Flight Simulator 2020\' (lien direct) |
Despite its pitch for realism, the most endearing parts of Microsoft's popular flying experience are the imperfections. |
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2020-08-21 18:57:11 |
California Wildfires Can Create Their Own Terrifying Weather (lien direct) |
Sparked by freak thunderstorms, the blazes changed wind patterns and could potentially lead to fire tornadoes and pyrocumulonimbus clouds. |
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2020-08-21 16:14:00 |
Horror Movies Seem to Really Hate the Suburbs (lien direct) |
The doom of a cul-de-sac has long been a Hollywood staple. |
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2020-08-21 15:46:10 |
A Former Uber Exec\'s Indictment Is a Warning Shot (lien direct) |
Prosecutors allege that former Uber security chief Joseph Sullivan covered up a major breach, in the first high-profile case of its kind. |
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2020-08-21 14:12:03 |
How the Pandemic Reshaped Election Campaigns-Maybe Forever (lien direct) |
The digital infrastructures have been under construction for years. But the pandemic has forced candidates to embrace them and to get creative with how they use them. |
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