• Science

    Researchers to pull duplicate submission after reviewer concerns and Retraction Watch inquiry  – Retraction Watch

    May 23, 2025 - By 

    While doing a literature review earlier this spring, a human factors researcher came across a paper he had peer-reviewed. One problem: He had reviewed it – and recommended against publishing – for a different journal not long before the publication date of the paper he was now looking at.  Based on the published paper and documents shared with us, it appears the authors submitted the same manuscript to the journals Applied Sciences and Virtual Reality within 11 days of each other, and withdrew one version when the other was published.  And after we reached out to the authors, the lead…

  • Astrology

    Tarot Card of the Week (May 26–June 1, 2025): The Magician

    May 23, 2025 - By 

    Tarot Card Reading: The Magician This week the tarot card we pulled from our deck is The Magician. Fun. Magnetic. Ready to make things happen. In our featured image, an Australian echidna steps into the spotlight as The Magician. He’s small but mighty, and holding a wand that turns possibilities into plans. This tarot card of the week invites you to embrace change. The tarot card of the week marks the start of summer vibes and real-life magic. The Magician doesn’t wait around for invites—he sends them. He doesn’t flirt with the idea—he follows through. Whether it’s a golden hour…

  • Online Deals

    How to Shop for Inflated Grocery Items

    May 23, 2025 - By 

    According to the US Department of Agriculture, the Consumer Price Index has risen by about 8.5% over the last year. Inflated gas and grocery prices may yet continue to creep upward. Meat prices have increased by nearly 20% across the board and staple fruit and pantry items have also seen significant price jumps. Here are our tips for shopping for these higher priced items.  Beef, Bacon, and Chicken Products Meat prices have skyrocketed the most, leaving many of us questioning if we should use protein alternatives more often.  First of all, yes, do seek out different meat alternatives for some…

  • Travel

    Instant Pot Shredded Chicken – Fresh Off The Grid

    May 23, 2025 - By 

    Instant Pot Shredded Chicken is one of our favorite meal prep recipes! Cooking chicken in an Instant Pot produces perfectly juicy chicken ready to be shredded and added to all kinds of meals. We started making Instant Pot shredded chicken when we needed a versatile protein that could be used in multiple meals throughout the week, and now it has become a weekly ritual in our kitchen. This method produces consistently tender, juicy chicken with minimal effort. Simply add your chicken breasts to the pot, season with a few basic spices, set the timer, and let the Instant Pot work…

  • Science

    No Secretary Kennedy, The MMR Vaccine Does Not Contain ‘Aborted Fetus Debris’

    May 23, 2025 - By 

    Robert F. Kennedy Jr, the United States’ top public health official, recently claimed some religious groups avoid the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine because it contains “aborted fetus debris” and “DNA particles”. The US is facing its worst measles outbreaks in years with nearly 900 cases across the country and active outbreaks in several states. At the same time, Kennedy, secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, continues to erode trust in vaccines. So what can we make of his latest claims? Credit: Annie Rice/AP, provided by The Conversation There’s no fetal debris in the MMR vaccine…

  • Astrology

    How Fast Can A Bull Swim, Anyway?

    May 23, 2025 - By 

    This is another example of Mars Saturn perseverance. I really wish this aspect did not have such a lousy reputation… This is my husband talking, circa 2007. He was trying to qualify to compete in an international soldiering contest. “In order to try to win that contest, first I had to beat everyone in the US. And I pretty much had it done, except for the swimming. They have various things you have to do and I could do them all very well except for the swimming which was my weak event.” (swearing after the break) “Yeah, I can imagine.”…

  • Online Deals

    DEWALT Adjustable Creeper Shop Stool $69.99

    May 23, 2025 - By 

    Tractor Supply Co has 26.75″ DeWALT Adjustable Creeper Shop Stool w/ Casters (DXSTAH025) on sale for $69.99. Select free store pickup where stock permits, otherwise shipping starts from $9.99. Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location. Thanks to Community Member BeigeSeed892 for sharing this deal. About this product: 360-degree swiveling and foam-padded seat with textured vinyl cover that resists rips and tears Pneumatic adjustable seat adjusts shop stool height from 22.5 to 26.75″ to best suit your needs Industrial strength wire grid lower shelf to store necessary tools and supplies Choose mobility or floor protection with the included 360-degree…

  • Travel

    Exploring the Top Gourmet Restaurants Located in UK Casinos

    May 23, 2025 - By 

    Home » Europe » England » Exploring the Top Gourmet Restaurants Located in UK Casinos High-end dining services combined with high-stakes gaming operations form an impressive food industry within Britain’s top casinos. Today’s casino restaurants have transformed from the basic offerings of stereotypical food services to become dignified dining attractions that welcome food fans alongside players visiting gaming areas. Top chefs came to work with these establishments while creating dining spaces that compete on the level of independent Michelin-starred restaurants across Britain. The Evolution of Casino Dining in Britain The UK gambling industry experienced profound change which converted straightforward meals…

  • Health

    How Cisco Networking Academy is Enhancing Accessibility Education

    May 16, 2025 - By 

    This post was authored by Lynn Bloomer, Director, Business Operations, Cisco Networking Academy. Cisco Networking Academy is one of the world’s largest and longest-standing purpose-driven IT skills-to-jobs programs, impacting the lives of more than 4.7 million learners annually (24.2 million since inception) in 191 countries. As the world celebrates the 2025 Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), Cisco took a significant step towards championing disability inclusion by partnering with Teach Access, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing accessibility education. Teach Access envisions a fully accessible future in which students enter the workforce with knowledge of the needs of people with disabilities and…

  • Business

    Coinbase CEO Says Company Won’t Pay Hackers’ Ransom

    May 16, 2025 - By 

    Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said in a social media post Thursday that a ransom note arrived via email asking for $20 million in Bitcoin in exchange for not releasing information hackers had obtained on Coinbase’s customers. “I’m going to respond publicly,” Armstrong said. “We are not going to pay ransom.” https://t.co/evpIBMFvRW pic.twitter.com/f6UPdkL5R0 — Brian Armstrong (@brian_armstrong) May 15, 2025 Armstrong said attackers had found a “weak link” customer service agent outside the U.S. who accepted a “bribe” and gave away personal data on customers. In a company blog post, Coinbase said it will reimburse customers tricked into sending funds to…