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\Uncertainty. Fear. Confusion. Sacrifice. Acceptance. Stress. Recently, it seems like we are experiencing a new global catastrophe annually. And, strong emotions about the world are piled on top of worry about our personal finances. However, it is possible to strengthen your financial well being, even in times like this. While …

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe is built for extremes. It’s the fastest spacecraft they’ve ever built, and it orbits closer to the sun than any other artificial object. As it spirals inward for ever-closer views of our local star, it also encounters specs of space dust. Traveling at such incredible speeds …

  A new network security issue is causing headaches for the victims of DDoS attacks. According to security firm Netscout, several DDoS services have found a way to use Plex Media Servers to amplify the junk traffic they fire off toward targets during attacks. The researchers claim that a Plex …

  Many people want to develop better screen-time habits, but don’t have a good set of tools to do so. A new startup, Opal, aims to help. The company, now backed by $4.3 million in seed funding, has developed a digital well-being assistant for iOS that allows you to block …

  If I were to pick one thing that unites the global tech scene in terms of culture I would point to the respect and reverence accorded to startup founders. After all, creating your own company is an ambition many of us harbor. It can bring with it unparalleled freedom, …

When it comes to being unlinkable, there’s a lot more to consider besides boring content, poor quality writing and low-end design. Of the many issues that could cause users not to want to link to your content, here are four major ones that I see all the time: intrusive intersitials, gated content, …

Parenthood is associated with a longer life than childlessness, particularly in older age, according to a study led by Karolinska Institute researcher Karin Modig. By the age of 60, the difference in life expectancy, which does not seem to be influenced by the sex of the child(ren), may be as …

From the paparazzi invading their privacy to fans showering them with unwanted attention when they’re out in public, many celebrities believe that there are more downsides than upsides to fame. Find out more about the reasons that celebrities who hate being famous give when they’re asked about it. While some …

Sol Bamba joined Cardiff in October after his contract came to an end at Leeds Cardiff City defender Sol Bamba has received an initial two game ban for his dismissal against Ipswich Town. The Bluebirds are waiting to discover whether the FA will take more action against the Ivory Coast …

Image copyright EPA Large stores should be banned from opening on Boxing Day, an MP has suggested, as an antidote to the nation’s “obsession with shopping”. Helen Jones said Boxing Day should be a “day of rest” after the rigours of Christmas and starting sales meant lost family time and …