Summary In recent years, online subscription-based streaming services have taken the world by storm. Streamers like Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, and others have suffered from price creep and content downgrades over time, and a sense of subscription fatigue has now set in. 60% of respondents in a recent Deloitte survey…
Why These Tropical Trees Love a Lightning Strike
Why These Tropical Trees Love a Lightning Strike One species of tropical tree seems not only to survive lightning strikes but also to thrive because of them By Gennaro Tomma edited by Andrea Thompson Being struck by lightning is something humans generally try to avoid. But for at least one…
Mysterious Undeciphered Ripley Scroll And Its Connection To The Philosopher’s Stone
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – One of the most unusual and intriguing alchemy manuscripts is the Ripley Scroll. The Ripley Scroll, an impressive manuscript that is almost 6 meters in length, provides instructions on the creation of the legendary Philosopher’s Stone. Alchemy And The Philosopher’s Stone Alchemy is typically perceived…
8 Ways to Invest in YOURSELF with Your Tax Refund
It’s possible that the only reason there is to look forward to doing your taxes is the prospect of a tax refund. In my experience, tax returns couldn’t come at a better time–after the holidays and with the start of a new year, it’s a period to reset and replenish.…
Would GameStop buying Bitcoin help BTC price hit $200K?
Despite strong institutional demand, Bitcoin (BTC) has struggled to reclaim the $100,000 level for the past 50 days, leading investors to question the reasons behind the bearishness despite a seemingly positive environment. This price weakness is particularly intriguing given the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve executive order issued by President Donald…
YouTube Premium Lite could be a game-changer, if only I could sign up for it
Summary YouTube Premium Lite offers nearly ad-free viewing for under $10 a month. The service cuts out YouTube Music, background playing, and downloaded videos. Google’s limited communication and rollout delays have left potential subscribers in the dark. Let’s face it, nobody likes ads. Whether it’s commercials on TV, ads before…
Mini-Satellite Sends Encrypted Quantum Message a Record-Breaking Distance
Mini-Satellite Sends Encrypted Quantum Message a Record-Breaking Distance Scientists in China have transmitted encrypted images a record 12,900 kilometers, paving the way for quantum messaging anywhere on Earth By Elizabeth Gibney & Nature magazine The fridge-sized satellite Jinan-1, pictured before its launch in 2022. Researchers have broken a distance record…
Ethereum’s (ETH) path back to $2.5K depends on 3 key factors
Ether (ETH) price reclaimed the $2,000 support on March 24 but remains 18% below the $2,500 level seen three weeks ago. Data shows Ether has underperformed the altcoin market by 14% over the past 30 days, leading traders to question whether the altcoin can regain bullish momentum and which factors…
Kindle’s surprise page-turning update is actually really useful
Summary Amazon has released a new update for its 10th to 12th generation Kindle which allows users to double-tap on the side or rear of their device to turn pages forward. Unfortunately, there is no way to tap the device to go backward at this time, you’ll still have to…
Why do giraffes have spots? Not for the reason you might think
Giraffes in the Tarangire ecosystem in Tanzania Monica Bond The beautiful mottled patterns of a giraffe’s coat work as more than camouflage – the size of the spots seems to be linked to how well the animals survive during unusual temperatures. Every giraffe has a unique array of spots. Patterns…