Month: October 2020
A Holiday Season Covid Surge, Outbreaks in Swing States, and More
Catch up on the most important updates from this week. Powered by WPeMatico
Why Are Lines at Polling Places So Long? Math
It’s a resource allocation problem, a tough challenge in “queueing theory.” It’s also racism. Powered by WPeMatico
It’s Hard to Escape Facebook’s Vortex of Polarization
Suggesting other news sources only reinforces users’ political beliefs. Another study finds that quitting the social media giant leaves people less informed. Powered by WPeMatico
Dinosaurs Are Even Scarier When They’re Zombies
In his short story “Hell Creek,” horror author Robert Cargill tackles one of the scariest ideas ever: an undead dino apocalypse. Powered by WPeMatico
What’s Worse Than Foreign Election Interference? QAnon
Tech companies need to be held responsible for enabling spread of the movement’s conspiracies. Powered by WPeMatico
Which Tablet Should I Get for My Kids?
In this moment of need, let there be no judgments passed about screen time. Here are the tablets you should get your kids, and why. Powered by WPeMatico
Quantum Computing Is Bigger Than Donald Trump
Plus: 2016 election reactions, the president’s health care, and a wrestling match over Section 230. Powered by WPeMatico
The Robot Ships Are Coming … Eventually
As the pandemic fuels demand for less contact and fewer sailors, shipping companies turn to AI-assisted navigation. Powered by WPeMatico
The New Kim Kardashian Meme Lives on the Darkest Timeline
The star’s tone-def social media posts became a meme this week—a reminder that the extravagant lives of entertainers aren’t so entertaining anymore. Powered by WPeMatico
The 9 Best TVs (and Helpful Buying Tips)
From LCDs to fancy OLED models, these are our favorite televisions at every price point. Powered by WPeMatico
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