About Asian/Pacific Heritage Month
May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, a time to honor and celebrate the diverse cultures and contributions of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. The term Asian/Pacific is broad and includes the entire Asian continent along with the Pacific Islands of Melanesia (New Guinea, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Fiji, Solomon Islands), Micronesia (Marianas, Guam, Wake Island, Palau, Marshall Islands, Kiribati, Nauru, Federated States of Micronesia), and Polynesia (New Zealand, Hawaiian Islands, Rotuma, Midway Islands, Samoa, American Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Cook Islands, French Polynesia, Easter Island).
The Decline of Wikipedia
Wikipedia is one of the most visited websites globally, yet it operates unlike other top-ranking platforms. Instead of being managed by a major corporation, it is maintained by a group of volunteers who work under assumed names and frequently debate one another. The site rarely experiments with new features to attract users and has remained unchanged for years. Despite this, the English-language version alone sees around 10 billion page views monthly.
Is Too Little Sleep A Cause of Weight Gain?
Studies suggest that not getting enough sleep may negatively affect metabolism. For example, adults who sleep only four hours a night, compared to those who get ten hours, tend to feel hungrier and crave more calorie-rich, high-carb foods. Observational research also shows a link between insufficient sleep and obesity. Similar trends have been observed in children and teens.
Google Tracks Your Movements
Google is so determined to keep track of your location that it continues logging your movements, even if you've told it not to. An investigation by the Associated Press revealed that several Google services on both Android phones and iPhones collect and store location data – even when users believe they’ve disabled tracking through privacy settings.
2022 NCAA Tournament Bracketology
After an unforgettable NCAA tournament, the 2021-22 season brings back the March Madness fans know and love. The traditional selection process, events in multiple cities, and the return of fans, bands, and cheerleaders are all expected to make a comeback in March.
Net Zero Emissions by 2050 Scenario (NZE)
The Net Zero Emissions by 2050 Scenario (NZE) is a forward-looking framework developed by the International Energy Agency (IEA) to map a pathway for the global energy sector to achieve net zero CO2 emissions by 2050. In this scenario, advanced economies are expected to reach net zero emissions ahead of other regions.
7 Ways to Cure Your Hangover
Hangovers seem to be the body's way of warning us about drinking too much. Physically, it’s a mix of symptoms working together: diarrhea, tiredness, headache, nausea, and shaking are the usual signs. Sometimes, the top number in your blood pressure rises, the heart beats faster than normal, and you sweat more than usual – proof that the body’s stress response is kicked into high gear.
Debt and (Not Much) Deleveraging
Years after a severe financial crisis that had global repercussions, debt levels continue to rise rather than decline. Instead of reducing overall borrowing, major economies have seen an increase in debt relative to economic output compared to previous levels. The total volume of outstanding debt has expanded substantially, leading to a higher debt-to-GDP ratio. This trend raises concerns about financial stability and its potential impact on long-term economic growth.
The Americans with Disabilities Act and the Use of Software, Algorithms, and Artificial Intelligence to Assess Job Applicants and Employees
Employers now have access to a wide range of computer-based tools to help with hiring, tracking employee performance, setting pay and promotions, and defining workplace policies. These tools are often used to save time, improve efficiency, increase fairness, or reduce bias. However, they may unintentionally create barriers for job applicants and employees with disabilities. When that happens, employers could be at risk of violating federal Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws that protect individuals with disabilities.
How Big Wireless Made Us Think that Cell Phones Are Safe: A Special Investigation
Things ended badly between George Carlo and Tom Wheeler. The last time they met in person, Wheeler had Carlo removed by security. At the time, Wheeler was leading the Cellular Telecommunications and Internet Association (CTIA) and acted as the wireless industry's top representative in Washington. Carlo was the scientist Wheeler had chosen to calm a growing public-relations issue that threatened to derail the young wireless industry. This was back in 1993 when only six out of every 100 adults in the U.S. had a cell phone. Still, industry leaders were confident about the massive growth that lay ahead.