The Real Pain of Climate Change Is Easy to Feel, but Increasingly Difficult to Study
Many chronic pain patients cite the weather as a driver of their suffering, and climate change is making the torment more likely and harder to deal with. But research on the relationship is uncertain, and federal cuts could hold it back. By Chad Small Dawn Gibson can literally feel stormsContinue Reading
Understanding how a warming climate might affect a crucial ocean current
Climate change is warming Europe, but scientists are also studying whether a weakened Atlantic current could make Britain colder, with Laurie Laybourne, director of the Strategic Climate Risks Initiative in southwest England.Continue Reading
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,411
These are the key developments from day 1,411 of Russia’s war on Ukraine., These are the key developments from day 1,411 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Debris lies on the ground near a destroyed building after an overnight Ukrainian drone strike in the village of Khorly on New Year’s DayContinue Reading
Cuba says 32 Cuban fighters killed in US raids on Venezuela
Havana declares two days of mourning for the Cubans killed in US operation to abduct Nicolas Maduro., Havana declares two days of mourning for the Cubans killed in US operation to abduct Nicolas Maduro. Cuba has announced the death of 32 of its citizens during the United States military operationContinue Reading
An Improved Quantum Factoring Algorithm #science #quantumcomputing
For decades, Shor’s algorithm has been the paragon of the power of quantum computers. This set of instructions allows a machine that can exploit the quirks of quantum physics to break large numbers into their prime factors much faster than a regular, classical computer — potentially laying waste to muchContinue Reading
Celebrations and protests take place around the world after Venezuela strikes
Venezuelans around the world are celebrating after the US government captured and removed the president, Nicolás Maduro. Crowds of people gathered in countries including Argentina, Chile and Colombia. They waved flags, sang songs and danced. Others gathered to condemn the US government’s strikes on the country and to oppose militaryContinue Reading
How evolution works in 54 minutes | Sean B. Carroll: Full Interview
Become a Big Think member to unlock expert classes, premium print issues, exclusive events and more: https://bigthink.com/membership/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=yt_desc Subscribe to Big Think on YouTube ► https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvQECJukTDE2i6aCoMnS-Vg?sub_confirmation=1 Up next, The evolution of laziness: Why humans resist the gym ► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLY0TNm67hY How does life build complexity from pure chance? Sean B. Carroll takesContinue Reading
LIVE: View of Caracas skyline after US deposes Maduro in Venezuela
A live view of the Caracas skyline after Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was deposed and captured in a U.S. military operation. #venezuela #liveContinue Reading
Funniest/Most Insightful Comments Of 2025 At Techdirt
It’s that time again! Instead of our usual look at the top comments of the week, it’s time to celebrate the most highly voted comments of the year at Techdirt. As usual we’ll be looking at the top three winners in the Insightful and Funny categories, as well as someContinue Reading
New California fee targets batteries in PlayStations, power tools and singing cards
The 1.5% surcharge, capped at $15, expands a recycling program that’s been quietly collecting old computer monitors and TVs for two decades.Continue Reading
elementary OS 8.1: Best New Features
The elementary OS 8.1 is now available to download and upgrade. If you are a fan of the most beautiful Linux distributions, elementary OS makes the cut. The latest from the team is elementary OS 8.1, which brings targeted improvements that enhance security, performance, and everyday workflows without overhauling theContinue Reading
Open Source New Year Almanac: What Does 2026 Hold for You? 🗓️
Step into 2026 with your personalized open source forecast!, Read More From It’s FOSSContinue Reading
Match the Resolution: New Year Intentions Meet Linux Commands 🎯
New Year, new you, new Linux commands?, Read More From It’s FOSSContinue Reading