Life
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Cold shoulder for Russian artists sparks debate over cultural boycotts
Superstar operatic soprano Anna Netrebko and renowned conductor Valery Gergiev are among the luminaries axed from performing on the global stages they have long graced—but do cultural boycotts work?
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Canada's North Vancouver to become the first city to be heated by Bitcoin mining
Since Bitcoin miners operate continuously, at full capacity, 365 days a year, the setup creates a unique opportunity to provide a reliable and clean heating baseload for the city's district energy system
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Láadan' and 'Nüshu': These languages were invented by and for women
How about a little immersion into the history of languages spoken and invented by women? That's the idea that the Babbel platform had on the occasion of International Women's Day, as it delved into two unusual and little-known languages
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Rising fuel prices: Ways to make driving more fuel-efficient
When applied daily, some simple maintenance and eco-driving techniques can help reduce fuel consumption by 10 to 15 percent, which is a significant saving
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K-Pop's BTS back for first Seoul show after thriving in pandemic
BTS are widely credited for bringing K-pop into the mainstream in the US, and analysts say the pandemic supercharged their role on the world stage
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Sexism still sets the tone in the music business
The hypersexualization of artists, ageism and the precariousness of the profession are all factors that can make the music industry particularly hostile for women
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Volvo XC90: On the move
The Volvo XC90 is, strangely enough, fairly discreet considering its size. But it needs its story told
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Forest soils around the world absorb even more CO2 than trees
Forests are powerful allies in the fight against climate change. It is therefore becoming increasingly urgent to restore and safeguard them, everywhere in the world
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Taking a break from a career has become an asset for your resume
With the covid-19 pandemic and its consequences, recruiters increasingly view employees who have taken a break as "an untapped talent pool." The way these pauses are perceived is changing, and as such perceptions shift, so are the values of the working world
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What is the traditional Japanese 'stand-up' comedy rakugo?
Once reserved for men, rakugo is experiencing a revival thanks to female comedians who are being noticed for their talent
