Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain The deadly wildfires in Hawaii this month were fueled in part by plants, in particular invasive grasses that have taken over land once occupied by sugar and pineapple plantations. Some plants are more flammable than others, says Michele Steinberg, wildfire division director at the National Fire Protection Association. But “there is no such thing as a fireproof plant,” she says—all plants can ignite under the right conditions. Those conditions include improper pruning, insufficient watering, and poor sanitation practices that allow dry, dead plant parts to remain on the soil surface in high-risk areas. If you live…
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The Quantum Leap project has been kept well under wraps … until now. NBC shared the official trailer for Quantum Leap Season 2 on Monday, and it teases Ben filling in someone about his time-traveling job. In the new footage, Ben tells Hannah (played by The 100’s Eliza Taylor) all about it. As previously reported, Taylor is one of two new series regulars this season, so we’re inclined to believe Ben and Hannah will be spending a lot of time together. Peter Gadiot is the other new addition as US Army Officer Tom Westfall. The exciting new footage teases leaps…
As a Who What Wear UK editor specifically focused on finding the very best shopping buys for you, I spend an awful lot of time scrolling through brands’ new-in sections. And when I’m not combing websites for standout pieces, I’m usually in-store trying them on, which means I get an even better idea of what new things are actually worth buying. I feel the fabrics and get to grips with the fits and detailing, all of which helps me recommend only top-tier products when I write these articles.I come across so many great pieces, but some are just better than…
PS5’s October restock is here. Today at 12pm noon, both variants of Sony’s elusive next-gen console — the Rs. 49,990 Blu-ray-equipped PS5, and its Rs. 39,990 disc-less counterpart PS5 Digital Edition — will be up for pre-order in India. No bundles, just like in September. If you are trying to buy PlayStation 5 online, you can do that on Amazon, Croma, e2z Store (previously Prepaid Gamer Card), Flipkart, Game Loot, Games The Shop, Reliance Digital, Sony Center, and Vijay Sales. You can also check out game stores near you. Though as has been the case for over a year now,…
Researchers investigated the relationship between historical traumatic events experienced by Alaska Native communities and epigenetic markers on genes that previous studies have linked to trauma. The new study found a similar pattern among Alaska Native participants, with specific epigenetic differences observed in those who reported experiencing the most intense symptoms of distress when reflecting on historic losses. The study also found that individuals who strongly identified with their Alaska Native heritage and participated in cultural activities generally reported better well-being. The new findings are detailed in the International Journal of Health Equity. The study is the result of a close…
GWAR have just released a 10th anniversary expanded edition of their 2013 album Battle Maximus, with the crown jewel being the track “Tammy, The Swine Queen.” The previously unreleased song features the final recording from the band’s late vocalist Oderus Urungus. Battle Maximus was the last GWAR album to feature Oderus (aka Dave Brockie), who died in March 2014, six months after the LP’s release. Regarding the album reissue and the song “Tammy, The Swine Queen,” GWAR’s current singer Blothar the Berseker commented, “Musically, Battle Maximus is a great debut work by [lead guitarist] Pustulus Maximus, and lyrically, it is the…
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The U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary is holding a full committee hearing titled “Book Bans: Examining How Censorship Limits Liberty and Literature” on September 12th at 10 am Eastern. A live video will be available on the the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary website. Emily Knox, the Board President of the National Coalition Against Censorship, will be testifying about the increase in book bans in recent years and how it affects democracy and education as well as impedes on First Amendment rights. Knox urges the subcommittee to act to fight book bans, saying, “Book Banning has created a…
The bicycle-riding, houseboat-inhabiting dyslexic detective inspector that Adrian Scarborough plays in the crime drama The Chelsea Detective has caught on with the locals of the upscale London neighborhood where the series is set and shot. He encountered some while filming Season 2 — but not at the most opportune moment. “People came up to me and said, ‘Oh, Chelsea Detective, we thought it was marvelous,’” he recalls. “And I’m standing there going, ‘Yes, I’m terribly sorry, but the camera is over there rolling.’” Joining Scarborough’s Max Arnold to help solve the district’s murders is Vanessa Emme as Layla Walsh, his…
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Anti-vaccine campaigns are often associated with misinformationJanine Wiedel/Alamy Facebook’s attempts to remove misinformation about covid-19 vaccines from its platform instead made anti-vaccine content more extreme, say researchers. David Broniatowski at the George Washington University in Washington DC and his colleagues monitored engagement with more than 200,000 posts on Facebook pages and groups between 15 November 2019 and 28 February 2022. Within that period, Facebook made three major announcements, which together advanced the platform’s approach to clamping down on content that shared incorrect information about vaccinations. The researchers analysed the … Read The Full Article Here
It’s been a while since MS MR released new music, and they’re coming back now just to say goodbye. Lizzy Plapinger and Max Hershenow have shared their first tracks since 2015’s How Does It Feel—“Saturn Return” and a cover of Harvey Danger’s “Flagpole Sitta”—and they’ve also announced they are breaking up. Find the new songs below.MS MR came onto the scene in 2012 with “Hurricane,” and they released two studio albums, 2013’s Secondhand Rapture and How Does It Feel. “When we realized we were coming up on the 10-year anniversary of our first album, Secondhand Rapture, we knew we wanted…
Housekeeping for Beginners – first-look review 3 && args[2] === 2 && typeof args[3] === ‘boolean’ ) { gdprApplies = args[3]; if (typeof args[2] === ‘function’) { args[2](‘set’, true); } } } else if (args[0] === ‘ping’) { var retr = { gdprApplies: gdprApplies, cmpLoaded: false, cmpStatus: ‘stub’ }; if (typeof args[2] === ‘function’) { args[2](retr); } } else { if(args[0] === ‘init’ && typeof args[3] === ‘object’) { args[3] = { …args[3], tag_version: ‘V2’ }; } queue.push(args); } } function postMessageEventHandler(event) { var msgIsString = typeof event.data === ‘string’; var json = {}; try { if (msgIsString) { json…
Two in the Head by CK Laurence What’s it About? A Superstar Wide Receiver is toppled from his throne when he is (perhaps falsely) accused of a double homicide. It’s no coincidence that the public and the media are drawn to high-profile criminal cases when a major sports figure is involved. As it turns out, so are readers. Co-authors C.K. Laurence and Jerry Lyons no doubt were aware of this phenomenon when they wrote a snappy murder mystery that centers around a famous but fictitious football player of the Miami Demons, Ron Ramirez. The book is called Two in the…
Researchers who previously developed the first 3D human cell culture models of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) that displays two major hallmarks of the condition — the generation of amyloid beta deposits followed by tau tangles — have now used their model to investigate whether the exercise-induced muscle hormone irisin affects amyloid beta pathology. As reported in the journal Neuron, the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)-led team has uncovered promising results suggesting that irisin-based therapies might help combat AD. Physical exercise has been shown to reduce amyloid beta deposits in various mouse models of AD, but the mechanisms involved have remained a mystery.…
How did Vicki’s return shake up the dynamic? On The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 17 Episode 14, the trip left many of the women at odds. But Jen was still trying to comprehend why Tamra couldn’t keep Ryan’s name out of her mouth. With the addition of Vicki, Ryan’s past indiscretions came to light in a big way. Use the video above to watch The Real Housewives of Orange County online right here via TV Fanatic. Catch up on all your favorite shows and reviews and join in the conversations with other fanatics who love TV as much…
Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy.Adidas Samba Soccer ShoeBehold, the holy grail of Prime Day’s sneaker deals (at least from a fashion lover’s perspective). If you’re wondering where to buy a pair of Adidas Sambas, Amazon is the spot of the moment.New Balance Women’s 515 V3 SneakerNew Balance Women’s 515 V3 SneakerNow 35% OffIn case you haven’t already heard, New Balance is also a popular footwear brand among the fashion set. Go ahead and indulge yourself with a comfortable pair while they’re…
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UPDATE: On Sept. 9, Blue Ridge Rock Festival announced that the remainder of the event had officially been canceled due to severe weather, however many in attendance alleged other reasons for the full cancelation. See more details here.The first night of this year’s Blue Ridge Rock Festival was canceled due to a severe storm, that rolled through Virginia, which included lightning and hail amid driving rain and winds, a sudden evacuation was called for. Attendees have documented the experience on social media, noting the myriad of logistics issues ranging from parking and entry, lack of hydration stations and an inhibited ability…
The Royal Hotel – first-look review – Little White Lies 3 && args[2] === 2 && typeof args[3] === ‘boolean’ ) { gdprApplies = args[3]; if (typeof args[2] === ‘function’) { args[2](‘set’, true); } } } else if (args[0] === ‘ping’) { var retr = { gdprApplies: gdprApplies, cmpLoaded: false, cmpStatus: ‘stub’ }; if (typeof args[2] === ‘function’) { args[2](retr); } } else { if(args[0] === ‘init’ && typeof args[3] === ‘object’) { args[3] = { …args[3], tag_version: ‘V2’ }; } queue.push(args); } } function postMessageEventHandler(event) { var msgIsString = typeof event.data === ‘string’; var json = {}; try {…
Debates inescapably animate the American election circus, watched more for gaffes and missteps than genuine insight into presidential aspirants. In August, however, the Republican presidential candidates’ debate detoured from the usual litany of empty soundbites into something darker: a collective dismissal of reality. When the eight hopefuls for the presidential nomination were asked to raise their hands if they believed in the reality of human-mediated global warming, every one declined to do so. One candidate, biotech entrepreneur and fossil-fuel stock peddler Vivek Ramaswamy, went even further, slamming the “climate change agenda” as a hoax. Despite the bluster of the Republican…
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Jeffrey Davies is a professional introvert and writer with imposter syndrome whose work spans the worlds of pop culture, books, music, feminism, and mental health. In addition to Book Riot, his writing has appeared on HuffPost, Collider, PopMatters, Spectrum Culture, and other places. Find him on his website and follow him on Twitter @teeveejeff and Instagram @jeffreyreads. He is also the co-host of a Gilmore Girls podcast, Coffee With a Shot of Cynicism. View All posts by Jeffrey Davies Jeffrey Davies is a…
A wrestling school that helped launch the careers of some of the biggest names in the sport is the subject of a new Netflix documentary series from Greg Whiteley, the creator of Cheer and Last Chance U. Wrestlers, which premieres September 13, centers around ex-WWE star Al Snow as he helps the next generation along at Ohio Valley Wrestling in Louisville, Kentucky. Snow, who previously appeared as a coach on the reality series Tough Enough, has worked tirelessly to carry on the rich history of OHV from founder Danny Davis. Names including John Cena, Brock Lesnar, The Miz, Mickie James, Randy Orton, Brock Lesnar, Dave…
Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy.Outdoor Voices Cross Back Tennis MinidressOutdoor Voices Cross Back Tennis MinidressNow 30% OffThis viral tennis dress is the perfect blend of fashion and athleisure. If you want to escape the humidity this summer, this piece combines breathable fabric with a chic design (and built-in shorts).New Balance 574 SneakerNew Balance 574 SneakerNow 25% OffDad sneakers are a trend that will never go out of style. These New Balances will become your most-worn pair of shoes, thanks to their…
Vinyl’s biggest selling point isn’t the sound. It’s the physical experience: shiny, delicate records; liner notes writ large; covers you want to frame and hang on your wall; and the way the stylus spins across the jagged surface, reproducing your favorite artists’ music as if by magic.Maybe you’ve always been interested in building a setup for listening to LPs and 45s, but you don’t know where to start. Maybe you’re like WIRED reviews editor Julian Chokkattu, who owned a record but no turntable to play it on. Maybe you’re just looking for an upgrade. No problem: There are tons of…
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Flinders University’s Dr. Ashokkumar Manoharan collaborated with Associate Professor Christina Scott-Young (RMIT University, Melbourne), and Professor Anthony McDonnell (Cork University Business School, Ireland) to create a framework that creates an effective industry brand. “Industry talent branding: a collaborative and strategic approach to reducing hospitality’s talent challenge” has been published in the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based on brand equity theory, signaling theory and employer branding literature, this framework places an onus on sector-wide cooperation to form a consistent brand that all hospitality employers and employees can clearly understand. The researchers say there is merit…
California rockers Kyng are back with the song “Haunting Visions,” their first new electric music in seven years. The new tune comes as the band continues work on its upcoming fourth studio album. “Haunting Visions” features a mix of stoner metal and heavy rock. In describing the song, Kyng said in a collective statement, “‘Haunting Visions’ is a story about a Vietnam veteran whose entire humanity was, for lack of a better word, transformed into an unrecognizable being. We jokingly claim that it’s ‘based on true events (sort of)’ because, although the mental transformation in fact happened, it’s not a…
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As tensions continue to rise across American political lines, one particularly incendiary topic is the discussion of the US legal system. Many advocates have brought to light the way the prison-industrial complex plays a major role in the racism and subjugation of Black Americans. And while the US legal system’s crimes are slowly being brought to public awareness — the 2019 Netflix drama When They See Us, educating many about the Central Park Five, for example — stories of false imprisonment and mistreatment are not merely a thing of the past. As racism within the legal system continues to the…