When it comes to the ideal job, employees have different priorities. According to a 2022 Gallup survey of 13,085 U.S. employees, 64% of respondents believe salary and benefits are critical factors in accepting a job offer. Almost as many, 61%, say that work-life balance and well-being are “very important.” Gallup notes that the proliferation of … [Read more…]
Anne Canteaut, winner of the prestigious 2023 Joliot-Curie Prize for “Scientist of the Year” in France for her work on encryption, describes the status of women in science as “terrible” in an interview with AFP. She is research director in computer science at Inria (National Institute for Research in Digital Sciences and Technologies) and was … [Read more…]
Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday are just days away, which means shoppers are just days away from getting their hands on all sorts of deals. If you’re looking to get your holiday shopping off to a jump start or want to ditch the leftovers in favor of some retail therapy, you might think about … [Read more…]
CNBC’s Jim Cramer responded to Bank of America’s bullish 2024 outlook on Tuesday, agreeing that it’s possible the S&P 500 could reach the 5,000 mark by the end of next year. Bank of America strategist Savita Subramanian wrote on Tuesday that she expects 2024 to be a “stock picker’s paradise,” saying the bank is optimistic … [Read more…]
Started seven months ago, Monopoly Go grew immediately and now brings together a vibrant community of almost 300 million players. The game’s recent nomination for Mobile Game of the Year almost made us forget THE really good news of the moment for shareholders: the title has established itself as the fastest free-to-play title in history … [Read more…]
What food and drinks you can bring with you to the airport Save money on airport snacks and drinks with these travel tips. Problem solved, USA TODAY If you’re looking for a cruise, this holiday season could be the right time to book. Many major cruise lines are offering Black Friday deals on a range … [Read more…]
The countdown is running. One year from now, in November 2024, Jeremy Hansen will become the first Canadian to reach space: into orbit around the moon. The astronauts of the Artemis II mission, a NASA-led program, are training in preparation for this historic mission. Open in full screen mode The Artemis II mission team consists … [Read more…]
Millions of California households served by Pacific Gas and Electric Co. will pay about $384 more for utilities in 2024 to help the company prevent wildfires and meet rising electricity demand. According to PG&E, that means about $32.50 more per month for the average residential customer. The California Public Utilities Commission approved the increase Thursday, … [Read more…]
Class in: Science and technology, sports and leisureSubjects: Prizes and rewards, new products and services The hiking and outdoor app is known for its innovative features that connect people with nature SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — AllTrails, the world’s largest and most trusted outdoor platform, was announced today by Apple as one of … [Read more…]
Apple is extending its free satellite emergency SOS service for iPhone 14 owners by one year, or a total of three years. On the other hand, the manufacturer has not yet announced its plans for the future. With the launch of the iPhone 14 last year came a new Emergency SOS service, allowing you to … [Read more…]