A new study found that putting smartphones out of reach doesn’t significantly reduce distraction or boost productivity, despite participants using their phones less when they were farther away from their workstations. The core issue lies in the deeply ingrained habits and routines people have built around their devices. The study involved 22 participants who worked … Read more
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s website, www.post-gazette.com, is currently unreachable due to a timed-out connection error (ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT). To resolve the issue, follow these steps: First, check your internet connection and ensure that all cables and network devices are properly connected. Restarting any routers, modems, or other network devices may help. Next, check if Chrome is allowed to … Read more
Israel and Hamas have restarted talks for a renewed cease-fire in the Gaza Strip, with some hostages expected to be released from captivity under new proposals. The latest development comes less than two weeks after the collapse of a temporary truce and resumption of Israeli air and ground attacks against Hamas militants. Hamas has accepted … Read more
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers have been spotted at various locations across the US, prompting a surge in online efforts to track their movements and alert fellow undocumented immigrants. The trend began on social media platforms like TikTok, Reddit, and Facebook, where users share alleged sightings of ICE agents and vehicles. While some reports … Read more
Genetic testing company 23andMe is filing for bankruptcy as it tries to find a buyer amid slowing sales four years after going public. The company’s CEO, Anne Wojcicki, is stepping down as the business struggles to find new investors. In January, 23andMe announced its intention to explore options for a sale due to declining demand … Read more
American figure skater Ilia Malinin has won his second straight world title, solidifying his position as the best in the sport. The 20-year-old achieved a record-tying six quadruple jumps in his free skate to secure the gold medal with a score of 318.56. Malinin’s dominance was evident throughout the competition, and he continued this trend … Read more
A security warning has appeared on the Israel Defense website, prompting users to enable JavaScript and cookies in order to continue. The issue is being managed by Cloudflare, a performance and security provider. According to Cloudflare, the site is currently under verification due to security concerns related to its connection. Users can resolve the problem … Read more
Google has announced that it’s discontinuing its popular Nest Protect smart smoke and CO alarm and the Nest x Yale smart door lock. The decision comes as part of the company’s effort to build a platform that all device makers and developers can use to spur innovation in the home. The Nest Protect, which was … Read more
A California Lottery player has won a record-breaking $526.5 million Powerball jackpot, matching all six numbers drawn on Saturday night. The winner’s ticket was purchased for $2 and will receive either an annuity of $243.8 million or a lump sum payment of $526.5 million before taxes. This is the second Powerball jackpot won in 2024, … Read more
In a world where gentrification is pushing artists out of their neighborhoods, one group found a unique solution: living inside a mall. The documentary “Secret Mall Apartment” tells the story of how eight artists created a homey space within an abandoned section of the Providence Place Mall between 2003 and 2007. According to artist Michael … Read more