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Proof that a 6-hour workday could be the right move for your company
For about a year, nurses at the Svartedalens retirement home have worked six-hour days on an eight-hour salary. They're part of an experiment funded by the Swedish government to see if a shorter workday can increase productivity. The conclusion? It does SEE ALSO: Are workers happier than ever? As with any cultural shift in the workplace, the six-hour day has to prove itself more than just humane.
Airlines break the rules to let Fort McMurray evacuees fly with their pets
Calgary-based airlines Canadian North and WestJet are breaking their own rules to help local pets escape the wildfires in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Generally, the airlines charge fees and have strict rules about allowing pets on board. However, many Fort McMurray residents were not able to grab crates from their homes — or much of anything else — before being evacuated. SEE ALSO: Bride who lost dre
NASA announces discovery of 1,284 exoplanets
The incredible new haul has more than doubled the total number of known extrasolar worlds to over 3,200. Discovered by the Kepler Space Telescope, thi...
Nimble-Fingered Robot Outperforms the Best Human Surgeons
Via: MIT Technology Review: A robot surgeon has been taught to perform a delicate procedure—stitching soft tissue together with a needle and thread—more precisely and reliably than even the best human doctor. The Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot (STAR), developed by researchers at Children’s National Health System in Washington, D.C., uses an advanced 3-D imaging system […]
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In Defense of Absurdly Early Bedtimes
Summer is right around the corner, which means I’ll soon undergo my annual metamorphosis into the monster of a parent who drags her kids away from barbecues and outdoor concerts an hour before other parents do. Yup, I make my almost 2-year-old and 5-year-old go to bed at 7 and 7:30 p.m., respectively. I know—you think I’m rigid, no fun, that I’m denying my kids a joyful childhood because they rare
Sanders wins West Virginia primary as Trump rolls on toward convention
Sanders’ victory does little to narrow Clinton’s large delegate lead, while presumptive Republican nominee claims wins in West Virginia and NebraskaWest Virginia and Nebraska primaries: five things we learnedTrump sending white nationalist delegate to convention after list debacleA defiant Bernie Sanders refused to go gently into the night on Tuesday with another last-minute primary win over Hilla
Obama to Be First Sitting President to Visit Hiroshima
The visit carries weighty symbolism for the president, who does not want to be seen as apologizing for America’s use of atomic bombs to help end World War II.
The Guardian view on corruption: David Cameron should look closer to home | Editorial
Britain wags its finger at dodgy money in poor countries – even while the City pushes the cash into tax havensThere are times when a manual earth-restructuring implement is best referred to as a spade, so let us speak plainly. A summit on corruption will be held on Thursday in a city that is internationally recognised (by the IMF, among others) as a tax haven. It is being hosted by a politician wh
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When you take acetaminophen, you don't feel others' pain as much
When you take acetaminophen to reduce your pain, you may also be decreasing your empathy for both the physical and social aches that other people experience, a new study suggests.
Teen Discovers Lost Maya City Using Ancient Star Maps [Updated]
Using an unprecedented technique of matching stars to the locations of temples on Earth, a 15-year-old Canadian student says he’s discovered a forgotten Maya city in Mexico. Images from space suggest he may actually be onto something—but experts say it’s something much simpler. Read more...
1,284 new planets: Kepler mission announces largest collection ever discovered
NASA's Kepler mission has verified 1,284 new planets – the single largest finding of planets to date.
These Are Your Pokémon Sun and Moon Starters
Is this what you’ve been waiting for? Well, here you go. Your Pokémon Sun and Moon Starters, Rowlet, Litten and Popplio.Read more...
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Fifth Harmony Performs 'Work from Home'
The ladies of Fifth Harmony performed their new hit song! Check it out!From: TheEllenShow
Vaio’s Z Flip is a high-end Windows machine for pros
Vaio’s Z Flip is a one of the more expensive Windows laptops out there — it’s also one of the best looking and best built. Here’s a closer look at the laptop’s high-end hardware. Subscribe: http://goo.gl/G5RXGs Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/lfcGfq Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/94XbKx Like The Verge on Facebook: http://goo.gl/2P1aGc Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/XTWX61 Fol
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One in Five of World’s Plant Species at Risk of Extinction
But 2,000 new plant species are discovered every year, report reveals
Learning from the Rainmakers
East African scientists court traditional knowledge for accurate weather predictions
When Out On the Trail, Leave Your Dog Behind
No matter how sweet, our furry friends pose a significant threat to wildlife
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Interview 1169 – Patrick Henningsen Exposes the Human Rights – Industrial Complex
[audio mp3="http://www.corbettreport.com/mp3/2016-04-29%20Brent%20DeBoer.mp3"][/audio]Patrick Henningsen of 21st Century Wire joins us today to discuss his recent article on "Smart Power & The Human Rights Industrial Complex." Topics discussed include the NGO/State Dept/Pentagon/NATO nexus, the use of human rights as a perception management tool to demonise NATO enemies, an
Interview 1165 – Higherside Chats: Big Oil Breakdown
[audio mp3="http://www.corbettreport.com/mp3/2016-04-27%20Higherside%20Chats.mp3"][/audio]The story of the Rockefeller family is more than a cautionary tale, it’s an example of an oligarch’s potential to dominate. On this episode of The Higherside Chats, James Corbett joins us to discuss the far reaching control of the Rockefeller dynasty. We start with the calculated steps to bring a na
Interview 1163 – Spiro Skouras Explains the Agenda 2030 Ocean Takeover
[audio mp3="http://www.corbettreport.com/mp3/2016-04-25%20Spiro%20Skouras.mp3"][/audio]Spiro Skouras joins us today to discuss his recent expose on the UN's Agenda 2030 global goals, its oiligarch and billionaire backers, and the attempt to take over the world's oceans. From "no go zones" and hydrocarbon rights to the shady characters and groups that are funding this resource g
Interview 1161 – PFT Live: Debunking the 28 Pages
[audio mp3="http://www.corbettreport.com/mp3/2016-04-20%20PFT%20Live.mp3"][/audio]Today James joins Dan Dicks on PFT Live to discuss the 28 pages and the move to blame Saudi Arabia for 9/11. What are the 28 pages really about? Is this really a step forward for 9/11 truth or a step back? Are the Saudis threatening to crash the dollar if they're hung out to dry? Join James and Dan for the
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No rhinos poached in Nepal for past two years
While Africa struggles to stem record-breaking rhino poaching, Nepal today marked two years since its last rhino was poached on May 2nd 2014 – as well as its 4th year of zero poaching of rhinos since 2011. "This exceptional success is based on a combination of high-level political will, and the active involvement of the park authorities, Nepal Army, Nepal Police, conservation partners and loc
European Commission urges Spain to protect Doñana World Heritage site
Spain must end the overuse of underground water that is deteriorating the natural habitats of Doñana National Park, the European Commission has warned this week.Spain has two months to improve the critical state of the underground deposits of water that feed Doñana, one of Europe's most important wetlands and a UNESCO World Heritage site.According to WWF, the commission is sending a clear message
WWF invites supporters to celebrate cities on their journey toward sustainability
26 April 2016 - Gland, Switzerland The third edition of WWF's We Love Cities digital campaign begins today. As part of the global contest, WWF invites social media users to show their support for cities that are going above and beyond to create a more sustainable, climate-friendly future. The social media component of WWF's Earth Hour City Challenge, the We Love Cities campaign showcases existing,
Climate deal signing opens new era for action
GLAND, Switzerland – Countries gathered at United Nations headquarters today to sign the Paris Agreement, the first global deal on climate change. The Paris Agreement includes a commitment to keep global warming to 1.5° Celsius. It is vital that countries remain focused on this goal and immediately increase their national efforts to achieve it, along with working to get the deal to enter into forc
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Taking it to the max: The life of a serial obsessionist
I’ve always been mad for the rush of falling head-first into new things. It’s a habit that made my love life a bit challenging for many years, but I’m much better at channeling that intensity into more constructive pursuits now that I’m older. Whatever it is that I’m falling into, it’s got all my attention. If it's romance, you're going to feel profoundly treasured, at least for a
Still not sure whether climate change is real? Come to Nicaragua
Without irrigation, small farmers in dry regions like Terrabona, Nicaragua wouldn't have had any crops in the last 3 years. A dry summer in Canada means our lawns turn brown. A dry summer in Nicaragua kills livestock and pushes families on the edge into full-on disaster. It’s here in Central America where I converted from being mildly interested in the concept of climate change to being awe-st
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