Seven years after the ill-fated Google Glass, and five years after Snap rolled out Spectacles, another tech giant is trying its hand at internet-connected smart glasses, hoping that this time around things might be different and people will actually … [Continue reading] about Facebook, Ray-Ban launch smart glasses — who will wear them?
Magnet milestones move distant nuclear fusion dream closer
SAINT-PAUL-LES-DURANCE, France (AP) — Teams working on two continents have marked similar milestones in their respective efforts to tap an energy source key to the fight against climate change: They’ve each produced very impressive magnets. On … [Continue reading] about Magnet milestones move distant nuclear fusion dream closer
Airlines say rise in COVID-19 cases is hurting ticket sales
DALLAS (AP) — Several leading U.S. airlines warned Thursday that the rise in COVID-19 cases due to the delta variant is hurting their bookings and further delaying the travel industry’s recovery. The summer got off to a strong start, with many planes … [Continue reading] about Airlines say rise in COVID-19 cases is hurting ticket sales
Social Security, the TSP and your expiration date?
If you could find out, for sure, when you are going to die — would you do it? Knowing your precise expiration date could be comforting in some cases. And a crippling nightmare for others. For financial purposes, it would help 401k holders decide … [Continue reading] about Social Security, the TSP and your expiration date?
China chases ‘rejuvenation’ with control of tycoons, society
BEIJING (AP) — An avalanche of changes launched by China’s ruling Communist Party has jolted everyone from tech billionaires to school kids. Behind them: President Xi Jinping’s vision of making a more powerful, prosperous country by reviving … [Continue reading] about China chases ‘rejuvenation’ with control of tycoons, society