Habits

When people think about bad habits, it’s often smoking and similar unhealthy behavior that comes to mind. But sometimes, something way less detrimental, yet far from praise-worthy, too, can get on people’s nerves.Members of the ‘Ask Reddit’ community recently discussed bad habits that way too many people have. Their examples ranged from annoyances, such as lacking basic elevator etiquette, to more peculiar things, like nasal spray addiction, showing just how diverse bad habits can be. If you’re curious to learn more,…

The recent breach of 23andMeuser accounts shows a simple yet powerful truth about data security: Don’t reuse passwords, people.The DNA test-kit company on Monday reported a hacker accessed 14,000 accounts because of password reuse, exposing information belonging to approximately 6.9 million people. The 23andMe computer network wasn’t breached and wasn’t the source of these compromised credentials, a company spokesman said in a statement. The company first disclosed the incident in October and has been investigating since…

Apple Music’s full year-end Replay experience has arrived. Although elements of the personalized recap are available year-round (including a continually updating playlist), the company spruces up its web interface this time of year for a sleeker presentation as you reflect on your 2023 listening habits. Apple Music also announced its Artist of the Year (Taylor Swift, who you may have heard of) and subscribers’ top choices in various categories.If you listened to Apple Music this year, you can head to the service’s Replay…

Discover the power of Screen Time on your Apple iPhone with step-by-step instructions on scheduling downtime, setting app limits, and controlling always-allowed apps and contacts. Learn how to strike the perfect balance between staying connected and taking intentional breaks for a healthier digital lifestyle, know all about how to use iPhone screen time. Screen Time on iPhone allows you to manage and control your device usage by scheduling downtime, setting app limits, and choosing which apps and contacts are always…

I measured the time I spent on my daily activities (studying, doing sports, socializing, sleeping…) for 332 days in a rowWhy? Just why would I do this?This is probably the longest, most time-consuming experiment I’ve done in my life. On top of that, it has little scientific significance — the population sample is just one person — and is highly subjective (it completely relies on my memory and perception of time).Then why do this? Routines, as any other method of self accountability, help me in lots of different ways. I…

New research on house finches reveals that unlike many animals, these birds increase social interactions when sick, particularly during feeding, potentially heightening disease transmission. This study, contrasting with typical social distancing practices, provides novel insights into social behavior changes during illness and informs broader understanding of group dynamics and disease spread in social animals.Social distancing when sick has become second nature to many of us in the past few years, but some sick animals…

The average selling prices of toothbrushes, infant formula and makeup are declining as businesses adapt to circumstances. The average selling prices of toothbrushes, infant formula and makeup are declining as businesses adapt to circumstances. FOLLOW US ON GOOGLE NEWS Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Techno Blender is an automatic aggregator of the all world’s media. In each content, the hyperlink to the primary source is specified. All trademarks belong to their rightful owners, all…

A new study warns that poor eating habits developed during post-secondary education can lead to obesity and related health issues like respiratory illnesses and depression. Involving almost 12,000 medical students from 31 Chinese universities, the study underlines the link between unhealthy diets and both chronic and infectious diseases, urging universities to offer healthier, affordable food options to students.According to a professor at UBC Okanagan, universities should provide healthy, affordable food options.A UBC…

New research reveals a correlation between the duration of mobile phone usage for calls and increased risk of high blood pressure. The study, which used data from over 200,000 adults, indicated a 12% higher risk of hypertension in individuals who talked on their phones for 30 minutes or more per week compared to those who used less.According to a study recently published in the European Heart Journal – Digital Health, spending over 30 minutes per week on mobile phone conversations can lead to a 12% higher risk of…

Women job candidates were allegedly asked sexually explicit and personal questions while interviewing for a position at Bill Gates’s private investment office, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday. The women went through an extensive screening process and were reportedly asked intrusive questions including if they ever “danced for dollars” or had an affair, what kind of porn they watched, among other questions, the WSJ said.What Is Carbon Capture? With Gizmodo’s Molly Taft | TechmodoThe questions were reportedly…