Scientists Forced To Change Names Of Human Genes Because Of Microsoft's Failure To Patch ExcelSix years ago, Techdirt wrote about a curious issue with Microsoft's Excel. A default date conversion feature was altering the names of genes, because they looked like dates. For example, the tumor suppressor gene DEC1 (Deleted in Esophageal Cancer 1) was being converted to "1-DEC". Hardly a wides....
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Cords are annoying, so grab these wireless earbuds for up to 40% offTL;DR: Best Buy is having a big sale on wireless earbuds, as of Aug. 11.
In the Before Times, wireless earbuds were often billed as a must-have accessory for commuting and working out. But we're here to tell you there's no reason that convenience can't be carried over to your new socially-distant....
Here's How Anna Faris Congratulated Ex Chris Pratt on New Baby with Katherine SchwarzeneggerA source is speaking out about how Anna Faris congratulated her ex husband Chris Pratt on the birth of daughter Lyla with Katherine Schwarzenegger. “Anna congratulated them and sent a gift,” a source told E! News. “They are on good terms and have a nice relationship. She’s ha....
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Here's why you'll still need a backpack this school yearBack-to-school shopping has changed a lot over the years. Once ubiquitous Spacemaker pencil boxes — also known as DIY bookmark makers, if you add glue — are now nowhere to be seen. Those big fabric binders have been replaced by laptop sleeves and, while notebooks are still hanging o....
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Angeline Varona Flaunts Some Serious Cleavage In New Bikini SelfieAngeline Varona took to her Instagram page today to share two snapshots of herself wearing a skimpy bikini set that flaunted all of her assets. The fitness model tantalized her 2.6 million Instagram followers with the sultry update, which showed off the fruits of her hard work.
In this first pic,....
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Why achieving B-Corp status is critical to the Covid-19 business recoveryFollowing the news that the Jamie Oliver Group has achieved B-Corp status, Xavier Rees, chief exec at Havas London (the first major ad agency to achieve the status), explores how the B-Corp movement will become a crucial part of the Covid-19 recovery as businesses build a sustainable future.
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Pick up a Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite for $300 ($50 off)One of our favorite Android tablets gets a healthy discount
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is, as our own Corbin put it in his review, the Android tablet to beat. It's well built, with a nice display, an included stylus, and a very capable battery. If that sounds like something you'd be into, you c....
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Improve your memory with this heavily discounted courseTL;DR: The Ultimate Memory Mastery bundle is on sale for £15.27 as of August 10, saving you 98% on list price.
While spending your weekend wiling away the hours on a Netflix binge certainly sounds nice, it may not be the most productive use of your time. Crazy, right? Perhaps you'd like to i....
Hundreds staff state call center tracing spreading of coronavirusBy Chris CasteelStaff writer [email protected] a cubicle farm in nondescript office space about four miles from the state Capitol, the Oklahoma State Health Department calls thousands of Oklahomans a day, with many getting some unwelcome news."I am calling today because you have been named as....
Iulia Valentina Puts Bodacious Curves On Display In Tiny Neon Pink BikiniIulia Valentina delighted her fans on Saturday, August 8, when she took to her Instagram page to share a sizzling hot snapshot of herself rocking a tiny neon pink bikini that flaunted her bombshell curves.
In the new post, the Romanian model rocked a scanty two-piece swimsuit that showcased her i....
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Weatherproof and wireless — here are the best outdoor speakersWhen the weather is nice, you’re likely lounging by the pool, reading a book on your porch, or BBQ’ing for the family in the backyard. The only thing that could make it even more perfect would be having the right speaker to play your favorite playlist.
But when you’re choosing a s....
The best vacation rentals in Ocean City, Maryland
With sandy beaches, a boardwalk fit for strolling, golf courses, and other attractions, Ocean City in Maryland is an East Coast favorite.
Ocean City also lists a plethora of well-appointed vacation rentals for those seeking a socially distant beach vacation.
We picked top-rated vacatio....
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The best coastersCoasters protect your furniture from unsightly water rings and they add a hint of fun to your decor.
The Thirstystone Cinnabar Coasters are the best coasters you can buy because they solve the ongoing problem of sweaty drinks that leak all over your furniture thanks to an attractive sandstone mat....
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How a gaming headset will change the way you play PS4 (for the better)There are pretty much only upsides to having a good gaming headset. Whether you want to hear the audio quality of your games more meticulously because your TV speakers leave something to be desired, or you're just trying to avoid disturbing whoever else is living with you, it won't be too difficult ....
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Donald Trump Pronounces Thailand As 'Thighland' And Twitter Has ThoughtsPresident Donald Trump pronounced Thailand as “thigh” land as he toured the Whirlpool Corporation Manufacturing Plant on Thursday, and Twitter was quick to respond to the blunder.
While giving a speech about American manufacturing, as video from CNBC News shows, the president misprono....
Trump mispronounced Thailand as 'Thighland' and the puns ran wildTrump's latest gaffe is ripe for puns.
During a campaign event in Ohio on Thursday, the president mispronounced Thailand as "Thigh-land."
"Shifting production to Thigh-land," Trump said during the speech, before correcting himself. "Thailand and Vietnam, two places that... I like their....
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Katy Perry Opens Up About Orlando Bloom Split: 'We've Gotten Through A Lot Of Hell'Katy Perry has spoken out about her 2017 breakup with her now fiancé Orlando Bloom. The singer, who’s currently pregnant with the couple’s first child together, reflected on their time away from one another in a new interview where she admitted that the time they spent apart was very m....
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Watch SpaceX's Starship prototype fly for the first timeSpaceX successfully launched its SN5 Starship prototype at its facilities in Texas on Tuesday night.
The spacecraft traveled roughly 500 meters into the sky before landing a short distance from the launch pad.
The prototype is just used for testing, but its successful launch and landing ....
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Why everyone should switch to reusable coffee cups alreadyA 2018 survey revealed that 64% of Americans start their morning with a nice cup of coffee.
If you don't work from home, or even if you do, stopping (or running out) for a cup of joe is convenient for those busy mornings, which, let’s face it, are basically every day. As much of a lifes....
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The last portable charger you'll ever buy is available right now on AmazonThe hot new Infinacore Pandora Portable Power could very well be the last portable charger you ever buy.
It features support for an impressive four different types of charging, including wireless charging, USB-C, USB 3.0 QuickCharge, and standard USB 3.0 charging.
Despite the fact that it's wonder....
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Samsung announces the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra with massive specsAfter months of rumors and leaks, Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra are finally official. Samsung made the announcement at its first virtual Unpacked event, alongside a slew of other Galaxy devices. Pre-orders for the device begin tomorrow. As usual, both Note devices come with massive scre....
Jeodo Island in Geoje off Korea's southeastern coast was popular for its role as a presidential retreat but off limits for 47 years until it was made available to the public la....
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Get full access to PureVPN for less than $1TL;DR: PureVPN is offering a seven-day trial with full access for $0.99 as of August 5.
Wouldn't it be nice to try a VPN with full access and no limits before committing to a lengthy contract? Well, that's exactly what PureVPN is offering.
For just $0.99, you can now get a seven-day trial ....
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Lauren Burnham Stuns In Lime Green Bikini While Holding Her Daughter Alessi In New SnapshotFormer Bachelor star Lauren Burnham took to Instagram on Monday, August 3 to share a stunning snapshot of herself in a lime bikini. The wife of former Bachelor Arie Luyendyk Jr. held her daughter Alessi on her shoulders as she stood in the yard.
Burnham’s trendy bikini featured a cheetah pr....
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SpaceX forced to abort Starship 'hop' after engine troubleSpaceX was preparing to launch its Starship prototype on a short "hop" test, but engine trouble halted the test at the last possible second.
An issue with the engine triggered an automatic abort, according to SpaceX boss Elon Musk.
SpaceX is planning to try the test launch again soon.
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The best bookshelvesBookshelves come in all shapes and styles, so it can be hard to discern which ones can be trusted to hold your treasured book collection and which ones will eventually end up in a heap.
The IKEA Billy bookshelf is a classic favorite that won't let you down. It's affordable without sacrificing qua....
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'Baking playlists are clear favourites': Spotify on how consumers have changed during Covid-19As marketing budgets are being slashed because of the economic downturn because of the Covid-19 pandemic, Spotify needed to be agile in Asia Pacific by taking a close look at its strategy and made adjustments to best support its brand partners throughout the pandemic and into a post-coronavirus worl....
Although it's raining hard in the South Korean capital and the central region,... the enjoyable weather in southern parts of the peninsula is perfect for those on their summer vacation. This year the South Korean governme....
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Iulia Valentina Flaunts Perky Posterior In Thong Bikini At The BeachIulia Valentina took to her Instagram page on Monday, August 3, to publish a racy snapshot that highlighted her killer assets. The new update showed the 26-year-old model flaunting her pert derriere in a skimpy thong bikini.
The Romanian hottie rocked a white two-piece swimsuit. Due to her pose, ....
Don't you wish you could fly free like this beautiful space butterfly?These are hard days for the humans of planet Earth, especially those of us who despise inequity and fascism. Wouldn't it be nice, then, if you could flap your brilliantly colored wings and take off into the stars?
The below image, captured by the European Southern Observatory's "Very Large Telescop....
Saint-Maximin's three-word reaction on his one-year anniversary of joining NewcastleSaint-Maximin's three-word reaction on his one-year anniversary of joining Newcastle - originally posted on Sportslens.com
Newcastle United signed Allan Saint-Maximin from OGC Nice for £16.5 million on a six-year deal a year ago today, and he is arguably the most exciting player they have lan....
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Opinion: TNT's Kenny Smith is right about Mavericks' Luka Doncic, wrong about asteriskBy Mac EngelFort Worth Star-TelegramKenny Smith does not buy the idea that all of sports requires an asterisk in 2020.
The veteran NBA player who has made a nice career for himself as an analyst on "Inside the NBA" on TNT insists the 2020 champion should be celebrated like any other.
In a phone in....
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Ellen DeGeneres Guests Told To Compliment The Host On Her Talk ShowThings continue to get worse and worse for Ellen DeGeneres. The once-beloved daytime talk show host has come under scrutiny for how her crew is treated on set. She has also been slammed for how she directly has treated people who have worked for, or who have appeared on her show over the years. Acc....
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Apple Watch Series 6 might have a vital feature for the coronavirus eraApple is reportedly going to build a blood oxygen sensor into the Apple Watch Series 6.
Doctors and experts say that low oxygen saturation levels can be a sign of COVID-19, which is why pulse oximeters have been sold out online for months.
Apple announced that the iPhone 12 launch has been....
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How to use touch controls when playing Google Stadia on your phone or tabletBecause pockets and game controllers don't play nice with each other
Gamers would be hard-pressed to find a single instance where touchscreen controls outperform a handheld controller or mouse/keyboard setup. However, the folks at Stadia understand that players don't always have access to th....
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Bethany Lily April Flaunts Incredible Curves In Plunging White Tank Top & Purple ShortsOn Friday, July 31, British model Bethany Lily April uploaded a series of sizzling snaps for her 3.1 million Instagram followers to enjoy.
In the photos, the 24-year-old posed outside on what appears to be a patio in front of a mint-colored door. According to the post’s geotag, the pictures....
The best tweets of the week, including Garth Maul and Corn PalaceWhat a week! We did it folks, it's Friday. (Although who could be sure?)
Anyways, do you like good tweets because we've got good tweets. We've been collecting the best posts of the week for a while now because we can and what else do you have to do in quarantine but read tweets?
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Jade Grobler Flaunts Her Small Waist & Ample Assets In New Instagram UpdateJade Grobler stunned her 985,000 Instagram followers with a sizzling hot update. In the photo uploaded on July 30, the Australian hottie displayed her incredibly flat tummy and assets in a skin-tight cropped tank top and pants.
For the latest post on social media, Jade was photographed indoors. S....
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I can't wait for this new Pixar movieLuca is the name of the new Pixar movie announced by the animation studio on Thursday, and it's a coming-of-age story about a young boy growing up in a beautiful Italian town.
This film will arrive in theaters in June of 2021 a few months after Soul, which is Pixar's next scheduled theatrical....
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Apple's 5.4-inch iPhone 12 may prove to be more popular than Apple expectsApple this year will release four new iPhone 12 models, include a low-end device with a 5.4-inch display.
Apple's iPhone 12 will be the first smartphone from Apple to support 5G connectivity.
Apple's iPhone 12 will likely be released in October or November due to various delays stemming fr....
The best bushcraft and survival knivesKnives rank among the oldest tools known to man, and if you're in the wilderness and can only take a single item with you, then a good survival blade is the one you need.
Owing to its tough-as-nails build quality, utilitarian blade geometry, and textured Micarta grips, the US-made Esee 5 is the b....
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New Hampshire Supreme Court Issues Very Weird Ruling Regarding Section 230In New Hampshire, Facebook has been dealing with a pro se lawsuit from the operator of a cafe, whose Instagram account was deleted for some sort of terms of service violation (it is never made clear what the violation was, and that seems to be part of the complaint). The Teatotaller cafe in Somers....
