Lifehacker
The Difference Between Power Strips and Surge Protectors
With the exception of your bathroom, you probably have multiple appliances, devices, lighting, and electronics is most rooms in your home—all of which need to be plugged in. Plus, there are things like vacuums, fans, and other items that...
How to Make a Hospitable Outdoor Space In Less Than a Day
If you’re fortunate enough to live in a home with some outdoor space, you probably should use it. Whether you have acres of land, a compact backyard, or an apartment balcony, it’s entirely possible to create a dedicated, hospitable area...
Where to Get Free and Cheap Food for the 4th of July
June is coming to an end, which means it’s almost time for fireworks and hot dogs. But after your third cookout, you may be looking for something to eat that isn’t a tube of meat. Fortunately, there are plenty of food deals and freebies this...
Pesticide Action Network
New report: Corporate influence at FAO
Corporations are gaining increasing influence at the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), at the expense of states, small scale food producers, Indigenous Peoples and civil society. Learn more Slideshow Category: Flex Slider...
Pesticides are a hurdle to environmental justice
A new paper on environmental justice and pesticides describes how current U.S. laws, regulations, policies, and practices perpetuate disparities in pesticide exposure. Learn more Slideshow Category: Flex Slider...
California rejects sweeping pesticide program
Our California work saw a major victory – a Sacramento County superior court judge has ruled an aggressive state pesticide spraying program unlawful. Learn more Slideshow Category: Flex Slider
BBC News - Home
South Africa police try to unravel mystery of tavern deaths
Most of the 21 who died in the sudden and unexplained incident were teenagers, the police minister says.
Tour de France: Mark Cavendish will not ride and Julian Alaphilippe also out
Britain's Mark Cavendish will not ride the Tour de France, despite equalling the all-time record for stage wins last year.
Nato plans huge upgrade in rapid reaction force
Jens Stoltenberg said the increase followed a direct threat from Russia to European security.
The Register
Tech companies ready public stances on Roe v. Wade
Some providing out-of-state medical expenses, others spout general pro-choice statements Several US tech companies have taken a stance or issued statements promising healthcare-related support for employees following the Supreme...
Cloudflare menaces virtual desktops with isolated browser access to internal networks
Gives cloudy email a kicking, too – but VDI should be safe in its bastions Cloudflare has added the ability to access private networks to its browser isolation service, and suggests the combo represents an alternative to virtual desktop...
Oracle lands London council deal for £12m ERP project
Evosys bags £2m in bid to replace SAP at Borough of Waltham Forest Oracle and systems integrator Evosys have won contracts to implement a new Oracle Fusion ERP system for the London Borough of Waltham Forest as part of a project which expects...
BBC News - Technology
Instagram: Video selfies trial to verify age of teens
The Meta-owned app is trialling new verification methods to ensure teens meet platform age rules.
Toyota recalls electric cars over concerns about loose wheels
The bZ4X is the Japanese motor industry giant's first mass-produced all-electric vehicle.
Two killed as Nio electric car falls from third floor office in Shanghai
Pictures show a gaping hole in the side of car maker Nio's Shanghai HQ, and a smashed vehicle below.
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ForceChange
Save Nation’s Highest Court From Political Corruption
The integrity of American justice is at stake without urgent action. Demand reformation in the processes used to shape the highly influential Supreme Court.
Stop Torturing Dogs and Cats in Gas Chambers
Hundreds of thousands of dogs and cats are euthanized in shelters across America each year. One method of euthanasia is the use of gas chambers to inhumanely kill dozens of animals at once. Ban this cruel practice and free innocent dogs and cats...
Save Hippos From Extinction Due to Illegal Poaching
Innocent hippos are being pushed out of their homes and slaughtered for their skins. We must step in to save this species before it is too late. Demand hippos be protected from poaching and all threats that will lead to their extinction...
Unexplained Mysteries
Mystery 'jetpack man' is sighted yet again at LAX
An airline pilot reportedly sighted a mysterious individual flying a jetpack near LAX on Thursday afternoon. The 'jetpack man' mystery first came to l...
World's deepest shipwreck discovered in the Philippine Sea
Deep sea explorers have identified the final resting place of the USS Samuel B Roberts which sank back in 1944. The ship, which went down during the B...
'Stranger Things monster' washes up on beach in Wales
A creature resembling the Mind Flayer from 'Stranger Things' has been photographed on Bennar beach in Gwynedd. The peculiar creature, which appears to...
All Things Considered : NPR
Where will conservatives focus their political energy now Roe has been overturned?
The decision to overturn Roe v. Wade was the culmination of years of work by social conservatives. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with columnist Mona Charen about what's next for their movement.
Where to find emergency contraception now that Roe is gone
With access to safe and legal abortions coming into question, emergency contraception will be more important than ever. However, finding that contraception at the local pharmacy is no easy task.
Germany prepares to host the world for major meetings
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Germany's Ambassador to the U.S. Emily Haber about two summits where her country will be a major player — the G-7 and NATO — and their priorities.
Science@NASA Headline News
NASA Announces Launch Delay for Psyche Asteroid Mission
Portal origin URL: NASA Announces Launch Delay for Psyche Asteroid MissionPortal origin nid: 480893Published: Friday, June 24, 2022 - 13:41Featured (stick to top of list): noPortal text teaser: NASA announced Friday that the...
Hubble Captures a Galactic Menagerie
Portal origin URL: Hubble Captures a Galactic Menagerie Portal origin nid: 480840Published: Friday, June 24, 2022 - 08:00Featured (stick to top of list): noPortal text teaser: The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope captured this...
NASA Tracks COVID-19’s Atmospheric Fingerprint
The COVID-19-related lockdowns granted scientists an unexpected and detailed glimpse as to how human activities impact atmospheric composition. Two recent studies, one focusing on nitrogen oxide and the other examining CO2 concentrations...
How to of the Day
How to Get Super Glue Out of Clothes
Superglue on clothing is no reason to worry because it can be cleaned off with some acetone and a good rinse. Though different fabrics will react differently to superglue, most should be fine if you first let the glue dry and then break it down...
How to Use a Brita Pitcher
Brita pitchers filter out certain elements, such as chlorine and copper, that don’t belong in your drinking water. If you’re concerned about what’s in your tap water and you want to ensure that you’re ingesting the healthiest water...
How to Look Taller in Shoes
If you want to appear taller, new shoes are perhaps the easiest way to do it. Whether you’re looking for an extreme height boost or just a subtle lift, choosing the right pair of shoes can help you look taller without sacrificing style...
Democracy Now!
Guess Which Republican Congressmembers Sought Pardons After Trying to Help Trump Subvert Vote
The House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol revealed Thursday that six Republican members of Congress who supported Donald Trump’s lies sought broad presidential pardons for their involvement...
Top DOJ Staff Threatened Mass Resignation as Trump Weighed Naming Jeff Clark AG to Overturn Election
Former top officials in President Trump’s Justice Department told the House January 6 committee Thursday they threatened to resign en masse when Trump mused about appointing Jeffrey Clark, a loyalist who backed the baseless voter fraud...
"Pure Insanity": Trump Pushed DOJ to Chase Absurd Conspiracy Theories to Overturn 2020 Election
The House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol has revealed new details about former President Donald Trump’s efforts to pressure the Justice Department to help him stay in power after he lost...
News : NPR
Democrats are bankrolling ads promoting fringe Republican candidates. Here's why
As the midterm primary season rolls along, voters may have noticed a strange phenomenon of political advertising: Democrats paying for ads supporting Republican candidates.
More than 300 LGBTQ activists in Istanbul are released after being detained
The once-annual Pride march has been banned since 2015 when police used tear gas and water cannons after a last-minute ban to disperse crowds.
Some of the country's richest people try to influence the Illinois race for governor
Democrat and billionaire Gov. JB Pritzker is not only funding his own campaign but also running ads for GOP frontrunner Darren Bailey. Billionaire Ken Griffin is funding Republican Richard Irvin.
WebMD Health
Nearly 3 in 10 Americans Have Insomnia: Survey
Hours go by with you tossing and turning, with no hope of escape into comfy, restful sleep. Or worse, you’re exhausted with no chance of dozing off before the dreaded morning alarm. If this isn’t you, it may be someone very close to you, suggest...
Seniors With Prediabetes: Eat Better, Get Moving, but Don't Fret Over Diabetes
About half of adults 65 and older have above-normal blood sugar levels that put them in the prediabetes category. Although that is a signal to improve your eating habits and get more exercise, researchers say only a small percentage of the group...
CDC Panel Backs Moderna Vaccine for Those Aged 6-17
An expert panel from the CDC voted unanimously to recommend the Moderna COVID vaccine be approved for kids between the ages of 6 and 17.
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