Elaina
@Elaina
435 posts
Joined on 26 Mar 2018
Elaina upvoted the following post 3 months ago:
Immanuel
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3 months ago
Retro Computing: Old Tech, New Thrill
This article appeared in Make: Vol. 89. Subscribe for more maker projects and articles!Above: The author’s BBC Master 128 “microcomputer” with unique “mouse” input device, 1986 vintage.The appeal of looking back to our technological past is undeniable. The tech we use ...continued
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Jeffrey
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3 months ago
Stakeholder Capitalism Still Makes Business Sense
Five years ago, 181 CEOs issued a new statement on the purpose of a corporation, pledging to serve five stakeholders: customers, employees, suppliers, communities, and shareholders. but even then, it lagged behind what’s needed. Their commitment mattered and drove progres...continued
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sarahjain1705
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3 months ago
The Louvre Museum: A Global Icon of Art and History
The Louvre Museum, or Musée du Louvre, is the world’s largest and most visited art museum, located in the heart of Paris, France. It houses a staggering collection of art and historical artifacts, spanning from ancient civilizations to the 19th century. This iconic instit...continued
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Rahsaan
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3 months ago
Why Do Civil Wars Happen?
‘The Romans got it right: civil war breeds civil war’David Armitage is Lloyd C. Blankfein Professor of History at Harvard University and author of Civil Wars: A History in Ideas (Yale University Press, 2018)Scheming plotters and foreign ideas; class conflict and moral dec...continued
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johnjamin50
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3 months ago
A Deep Dive into The Eminence in Shadow Chapter 1
IntroductionThe world of manga is vast and varied, filled with stories that capture the imagination and transport readers to realms where anything is possible. Among these captivating tales is The Eminence in Shadow Chapter 1, a story that stands out for its unique approa...continued
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sarahjain1705
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3 months ago
A Historical Journey Through Castel Sant'Angelo
Nestled on the banks of the Tiber River in Rome, Castel Sant'Angelo is a captivating monument with a rich and varied history. Originally built as a mausoleum for the Roman Emperor Hadrian, the structure has evolved over the centuries, serving various roles—from a fortress...continued
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Rohan Mehra
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3 months ago
Rummy Scoring & Rummy Points System
The point system in rummy adds a competitive element to the game. Understanding the rummy points system and scoring is crucial for any player. In rummy, points are calculated based on the cards (not arranged) left in a player's hand when an opponent declares. The winner i...continued
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Dayton
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3 months ago
I graduated from Georgetown Law, but I ditched the legal world to tutor. I made 6 figures while t...
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Matthew Boutte, a graduate of Georgetown Law, who gave up his legal career to travel and tutor. It has been edited for length and clarity. Business Insider has verified his education history and income.In 2013, I gradu...continued
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HuraWatch
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3 months ago
Alien: Romulus – A Thorough Review of the 2024 Sci-Fi Masterpiece
The Alien franchise, a cornerstone of science fiction and horror, has returned with Alien: Romulus, a film that promises to invigorate the series with fresh energy while remaining true to its roots. This comprehensive review delves into every aspect of the film, from its ...continued
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Ericka
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3 months ago
Apheros helps data centers cool down. Check out the pitch deck it used to secure $1.85 million.
A startup that helps data centers to cool down has just secured $1.85 million in pre-seed funding.Zurich-based Apheros, which launched in August last year as a spinout from ETH Zurich, has developed and patented a new cooling solution for data centres.Data centers are fam...continued
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Hannah
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3 months ago
Imran Khan applies to be uni chancellor from jail
Imran Khan applies to be uni chancellor from jail Mr Khan studied philosophy, politics and economics at Oxford’s Keble CollegeImran Khan, Pakistan’s jailed former prime minister, appears to be eyeing up a new role from behind bars – that of Oxford University chancellor.M...continued
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Ariel
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3 months ago
Los Angeles 2028 Olympics confirms Autodesk as partner as it presses toward $2.5 billion sponsors...
Design and engineering software company Autodesk has become a supporting partner of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, in a major boost for the Games' goal of $2.5 billion in domestic sponsorship.Autodesk was named the "official design and make platform of the LA28 Olympic an...continued
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Priscilla
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3 months ago
Top 10 Efficiency Boosting Gadgets You Need To Maximise Your Creativity & Work Potential
Whether you’re working from home or in a commercial office, boosting your productivity is going to be something you’re always focused on. And one way to elevate your productivity is to fill your desk with clever gadgets and well-designed products that help you streamline ...continued
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Americo
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3 months ago
Canadian coaches kicked out of Oly for spy drone
Jul 24, 2024, 07:33 AM ETThe Canadian women's soccer team assistant coach and an analyst have been kicked out of the Olympic squad after Team New Zealand said it had its training session disrupted by a drone flown by a staff member of its Group A opponents, the Canadian O...continued
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Josiah
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3 months ago
The Business Roundtable’s Stakeholder Pledge, Five Years Later
Five years ago, the Business Roundtable issued a statement pledging to “lead their companies for the benefit of all stakeholders.” In the past five years, stakeholderism has gained wider acceptance and helped many corporate leaders see the value of taking the interests of...continued
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Elaina
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3 months ago
Bodies in the Blitz: The Murder of Rachel Dobkin
Civilian violence in wartime reveals what is usually hidden in people’s lives: the fault lines in families and communities pushed to the brink by the pressures of conflict. In London during the Second World War, the city’s residents struggled to cope with the blackouts, t...continued
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Elian
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3 months ago
Starbucks says its boba-inspired drinks have sold so well that it had to pull back on marketing b...
The coffee chain added the drinks to its US menu in May. The new lineup features three Starbucks Refreshers drinks — the summer-berry, the summer-berry lemonade, and the summer skies drink — but customers can add the raspberry-flavored popping pearls to other beverages.Sa...continued
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Jerrold
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3 months ago
Lululemon just released new leggings. Shoppers and shareholders are mad.
Athleisure darling Lululemon just saw some tough love from investors and customers this week.On Thursday, shares of the popular activewear brand took their worst hit in four years after the company said it would pause sales of the "Breezethrough" product line. The legging...continued
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Maida
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3 months ago
AI is ushering in a tech lawyer 'golden age' — for now
As industries are jumping into the AI race with both feet, technology attorneys are seeing a big boon.The legal landscape surrounding the rapidly evolving technology remains complex, giving lawyers specializing in AI work plenty of opportunities to assist companies not on...continued
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Josiah
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3 months ago
Feds Officially Ban Fake Online Reviews and Testimonials
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a final rule on Wednesday that will prohibit companies from creating fake online reviews and testimonials for products, according to a press release from the agency. The new rule will also require di...continued
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Maida
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3 months ago
Abel, the Mozart of Mathematics
Niels Henrik Abel (1802–1829) died at the modest age of 26 years old. Largely self-taught, in his short life the young Abel made pioneering contributions to variety of subjects in pure mathematics, including: algebraic equations, elliptic functions, elliptic integrals, fu...continued
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Elaina
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3 months ago
Canada's Olympic spying scandal: Everything you need to know
Docked six points, its coach sent home, defending gold medalist Canada is dominating headlines in Olympics women's soccer for all the wrong reasons.
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Jimmy
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3 months ago
Coco Gauff Is Named U.S. Women’s Olympic Flag Bearer
The United States reached into its past in naming its male Olympic opening ceremonies flag bearer, selecting on Monday LeBron James, 39, for the honor: the two-time Olympic gold medalist got the nod as a sort of fitting lifetime achievement award. For its female flag bear...continued
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Anderson
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3 months ago
HP OmniBook X 14 review: a barely disguised business laptop with excellent battery life
The freshman class of Windows Copilot Plus PCs has its battery champ, and it’s even a few hundred dollars cheaper than Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop. But it’s also business-class boring, with a middling screen and subpar trackpad.HP’s new OmniBook X 14 is one of the firs...continued
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Rose Kelly
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3 months ago
Mental Health Action Day - 2024
Mental Health Action Day is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness and encouraging proactive steps for mental well-being. Learn how to participate in this important event, the significance of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health, and discover practical ti...continued
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