Scientists Puzzled Because James Webb Is Seeing Stuff That Shouldn’t Be There

“The models just don’t predict this…” Snap Shot Over the past several weeks, NASA’s ultra-powerful James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has allowed humankind some unprecedented glimpses into the farthest reaches of our universe. And unsurprisingly, some of these dazzling new observations have raised more questions than they’ve answered. For a long time, for instance, scientists… Continue reading Scientists Puzzled Because James Webb Is Seeing Stuff That Shouldn’t Be There

Public Toilet Requires QR Code to Access, Tracks Your Cleanliness Score

Shame of Thrones A Maryland-based startup called Throne Labs thinks it has the answer to the lack of public and clean bathrooms in cities like Washington, DC. That answer? App-based public restrooms that only let you in with a QR code — and which track if you’ve left a mess behind. The company says it’s solving… Continue reading Public Toilet Requires QR Code to Access, Tracks Your Cleanliness Score

Game On With the Best Razer Labor Day Deals

While many are champing at the bit for big savings on mid-sized sedans and mattresses this Labor Day, gamers of all stripes will be happy to know that Razer is offering some seriously stellar deals for the three-day weekend. Whether you game on consoles or PC, Xbox Series or PS5, there are plenty of can’t-miss… Continue reading Game On With the Best Razer Labor Day Deals

Best Labor Day Deals at Best Buy — From $30 JBL Earbuds to $400 off a MacBook Pro

Labor Day Weekend is almost here, and Best Buy’s sale contains some of the top deals we’ve seen this year. The store has gone all out to offer deep discounts on everything from the latest laptops and tablets, to tailgating essentials like grills and fire pits. One of the things that differentiates Best Buy from… Continue reading Best Labor Day Deals at Best Buy — From $30 JBL Earbuds to $400 off a MacBook Pro

Belkin 3-in-1 Charger Review: A High-Tech Treehouse For Your MagSafe Apple Gear

With branching charging-pads that evoke the bonsai tree, the Belkin 3-in-1 is an elegant MagSafe charger that’s ready to play host to all your Apple devices. As powerful as an Apple original, the 3-in-1 delivers true MagSafe 15-watt charges wirelessly, for up to three devices. Backwards compatible, it’s also capable of charging older Apple products… Continue reading Belkin 3-in-1 Charger Review: A High-Tech Treehouse For Your MagSafe Apple Gear

Best Wireless Headphones for 2022

The best wireless headphones are a must-have tool for multitasking and staying connected, and thanks to constant improvements in Bluetooth connectivity and battery life, they’re only getting better with time. Whether you’re in the market for a wireless gaming headset for staying competitive, water-resistant earbuds for working out unencumbered, or a classic noise-cancelling headset for… Continue reading Best Wireless Headphones for 2022

Anti-Cheating Software That Scans Students’ Rooms Is Unconstitutional, Court Rules

This could set significant precedent. The Room A federal judge just sided with a Cleveland State University student, finding that anti-cheating software used by the institution that scanned his room was unconstitutional, NPR reports. The creepy third-party “e-proctoring” tool, called Honorlock, asks students to get a virtual scan of students’ rooms via a webcam. The… Continue reading Anti-Cheating Software That Scans Students’ Rooms Is Unconstitutional, Court Rules

New Experiments Examine Whether Plants Might Be Conscious Beings

Could plants really have internal worlds? Plant Man Paco Calvo, a researcher at Spain’s University of Murcia, is on a mission. According to New Scientist, he’s attempting to build a solid scientific framework for understanding “plant neurobiology,” with the hope of one day finding a firm answer to a deeply out-there question: are plants conscious?… Continue reading New Experiments Examine Whether Plants Might Be Conscious Beings