Новости за 09.09.2021

Sanae Takaichi could become the first female Japanese prime minister, although she’s unlikely to run a progressive administration.

The new feature is designed to make it clear at a glance which tweets weren’t sent by a person.

The ATF has been without a director for the last seven years. Now, that leader-less run will continue, after David Chipman’s nomination was pulled due to opposition to his support of things like universal background checks.

Now that the FDA has approved Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, expect more companies and agencies to require people to get the shot.

The Biden administration argues an “understaffed IRS with outdated technology” is helping the rich cheat on their taxes.

Mark Zuckerberg has big plans for smart eyewear. Facebook’s first stab at the idea is not a huge deal—but it avoids privacy pitfalls that could come later.

Micromanagement is one of the top three reasons employees resign. Microsoft’s chief people officer explains how to keep your employees.

UK charity Frontline19 aims to raise awareness and support for frontline workers struggling with mental health.

Don’t feel the pressure to join the Great Resignation, says this tech CEO, who rose through the ranks from junior engineer. He’s been at the same company for 25 years.

Bad news: You received a correspondence audit letter. Good news: You may soon be able to upload supporting documents with a computer or smartphone.

Blame cluttered design.

Over the past 25 years, the name “Google” has become synonymous with the idea of searching for anything online. In much the same way “to Hoover” means to use a vacuum cleaner, dictionaries have recognized “to Google” as meaning to undertake an online search using any available service.

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Take stock of your local school system’s demands and your home structure. Then start putting together a game plan.

I want one. But it’s for delivery drivers.

There’s a dirty secret in the delivery business. Delivery vans are fast, but cargo bikes are faster—up to 60% quicker at navigating cities to deliver packages, all without emitting any exhaust.

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Four new iPhones, a new Apple Watch, and new AirPods are all expected.

According to a new survey, only 7% of Americans are in their dream job. Is it any wonder why we’re having a Great Resignation?

When you’re in the same office, it’s easier to spot employees going through a rough patch. Here’s how to help when you’re in a remote or hybrid setting.

Pinterest’s new technology builds on the company’s efforts to establish a more inclusive product experience.

By 2050, the economic loss to the U.S. caused by heat could be in the vicinity of $500 billion.

Camilo José Vergara has been photographing the World Trade Center for decades.

Emotionally intelligent leaders helm more motivated, happier workforces. And they do it by asking themselves these questions.

A series of small studies from The Ohio State University shows the consequences of thinking leisure is a waste of time.

The founder of Stanton & Company says it’s important to find ways to build relationships early on so new team members feel they’re part of something and that people in the organization actually care about each other.

Science fiction writer Chen Qiufan talks about his collaboration with technologist and investor Kai-Fu Lee.

iRobot wants to build a small, deliberate, smart home ecosystem around its popular robot vacuums.