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OOHUBBoth in personal life and professional settings, people frequently find themselves continuing with unappealing tasks despite the availability of more enjoyable and equally efficient alternatives. Studies indicate that this phenomenon, known as entrenchment, occurs because repeatedly engaging in an activity hinders the contemplation of superior options, thereby increasing the likelihood of persisting with it. Although nobody wishes to persist excessively with less effective methods, research has identified several reasons behind this behavior. One key factor is that individuals tend to over-rely on a familiar solution once it has been learned, attempting to use it for future challenges even when more creative solutions are available…
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To protect your mental well-being, privacy, and efficiency in a mentorship, it’s crucial to set clear boundaries and have ready responses for when those boundaries are crossed. It’s best to discuss these limits with your mentor early on in the relationship…
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Just a week after the season’s opening of over 80 state beaches, 18 have been shut down, primarily because of high bacterial contamination. At Lynn Shore Beach, the odor hits you first, followed by the posted warnings. The beach is off-limits due to elevated bacteria levels. This closure is part of a broader trend affecting more than a dozen beaches shortly after their seasonal debut. Sixteen of these beaches reported alarmingly high bacteria levels, while the state’s water quality dashboard indicated that two additional beaches were closed for different reasons…
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A renowned waterfall in China has garnered increased attention following the release of a video suggesting that its impressive cascades might be fed by an artificial water pipe. The Yuntai Waterfall, situated in Yuntai Mountain Park—an eminent tourist destination in north-central Henan province—boasts an AAAAA rating, the highest accolade awarded to tourist attractions by China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Despite being described on the park’s website as resembling the Milky Way descending from the heavens, questions have arisen about its water source. This week, a video shared on Chinese social media seems to depict a pipe channeling water to the 314-meter (1,030-foot) high falls, indicating that their origin may not be as natural as previously believed by visitors…
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The number of satellites in low Earth orbit is set to dramatically increase in the coming years as more mega-constellations become operational. This surge presents new risks, as malicious actors could potentially conceal weapons or surveillance satellites within these constellations. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has recognized this threat and has enlisted space startup Slingshot Aerospace to create a tool capable of identifying potentially dangerous satellites hidden among mega-constellations. This tool, named Agatha after a precognitive character from the movie Minority Report, aims to significantly enhance national space security. DARPA officially chose Slingshot for this initiative—dubbed Predictive Reporting and Enhanced Constellation Objective Guide (PRECOG)—in March of last year, with the project concluding in January. According to the government contracting database HigherGov, Slingshot received approximately $1 million for their efforts…
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As the country enters its second summer since the conclusion of the federal COVID-19 public health emergency, a new group of viral subvariants known as FLiRT is emerging. According to Edwin Michael, PhD, an epidemiologist at the University of South Florida College of Public Health, this development was anticipated. Mutations are expected to continue occurring. KP.2, a descendant of JN.1—the Omicron subvariant that prevailed in the U.S. until early spring—has mutations that can bypass immunity provided by vaccines, according to the IDSA…
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Japan plans to advocate for increased nuclear power in its upcoming energy policy update next year, aiming to ensure a stable electricity supply amid rising demand and escalating geopolitical tensions. However, experts believe the country may find it challenging to achieve its goals. After the 2011 Fukushima disaster, Japan significantly reduced its dependence on nuclear energy and turned to fossil fuels, which now account for 70% of its electricity generation. Despite this shift, Japan remains committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. In light of coal and gas price surges and supply issues in 2022 caused by Russia’s conflict with Ukraine, the government is keen on expanding its use of nuclear power alongside wind and solar energy to maintain a reliable energy supply…
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To successfully engage tech buyers, B2B marketers need a thorough understanding of the media types these buyers prioritize when considering their purchasing options and where they gather information throughout their buying journey. This is why TechTarget* and Enterprise Strategy Group* conduct an annual study involving 600 global technology buyers. The insights from this study can help you align your marketing strategy with the media preferences of tech buyers. However, as marketers increasingly turn to generative AI (GenAI) to scale their content production, they should be cautious about over-relying on it. Their findings indicate that GenAI-authored content alone won’t significantly influence tech buyers. Despite a remarkable 909% year-over-year growth in GenAI purchase intent activity, tech buyers still prefer content created by analysts and experts.
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Is remote driving the perfect compromise between traditional cars and self-driving vehicles? Imagine a future where you can open an app, tap a button, and have a remotely controlled car arrive at your doorstep. When you’re finished with your ride, simply engage the handbrake, step out, and leave it right there—no need to worry about parking. German startup Vay refers to this concept as teledriving and aims to introduce it in Belgium this year, pending approval from local authorities…
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Advancements such as the introduction of mobile surgical teams ensured that injured soldiers received medical care within the critical golden hour after being wounded. Additionally, newly developed tourniquets became essential equipment, significantly increasing survival rates on the battlefield. According to Art Kellermann, former dean of the Uniformed Services University—the military’s medical school—these measures led to the highest survival rates for battlefield injuries ever recorded in warfare history. However, in an effort to reduce healthcare expenses, the Pentagon shifted patient care from military treatment facilities to civilian hospitals. This transition had a detrimental effect on the medical corps: military hospitals experienced a decline in patient numbers necessary for maintaining doctors’ clinical skills. Consequently, combined with the impact of the pandemic, many healthcare professionals exited military service. Despite these challenges, budget cuts continued unabated…
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