Ergonomic peripherals — a fancy term for more comfortable computer accessories — are the next big thing. Everyone seems to be using standing desks these days, and more ergonomic mice and keyboards sneak into bestseller lists every year. These products are designed to promote your health and comfort, and to avoid Carpal Tunnel, repetitive strain injuries and other common office afflictions.
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MOSCOW — The boss of a Kremlin-funded news organization accused of playing a role in Russia’s alleged interference in the 2016 U.S. election says she hopes the deep rift between Moscow and Washington can be mended.
Fox News | Man arrested in 'Call of Duty' 'swatting' hoax that led to fatal police shooting |
Kim Kardashian has said she is vowing to spend less time on her phone in 2018. The reality star, who posts frequently on social media, said she wants to feel more present in the new year. She wrote on her app: "My New Year's resolution is to be on my phone less and be more in the moment." The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star - who is expecting a third child, via surrogate, in the new year - said she also plans to dedicate herself to the gym and exercising with her personal trainer Melissa Alcantara. Читать дальше...
Some unknown assailants suspected to dealy members of the popularly known as Badoo cult group have reportedly killed a couple and a infant in Ibeshe in Ikorodu area of Lagos state, today, Saturday, December 30.
Warfare History Network
History, Europe
It all happened when Allied warships cornered a Nazi surface raider.
As soon as the British radio operator started batting out the distress signal on December 2, 1939, the German pocket battleship opened up with a 37mm gun. Despite the display of ordnance, Captain William Stubbs ordered his operator to keep sending an “RRR.”
After four minutes, the German warship Admiral Graf Spee 12,000 tons displacement and 609 feet long... Читать дальше...
Lineups, television and streaming options, and live Premier League coverage as Liverpool face off against Leicester City. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 30TH The Reds end an exciting, tumultuous year by hosting Leicester City at home. It’s still too early for new recruit Virgil van Dijk to make his debut, but word is that he’ll be watching from the stands as his new team try to get the league double on the team that ousted them from the League Cup. LIVERPOOL VS. LEICESTER CITY Full Preview: Liverpool vs. Leicester City Kickoff... Читать дальше...
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Moscow fully respects sanctions regime against North Korea, the Russian Foreign Ministry's press service told Sputnik Saturday, commenting on media reports about Russian ships allegedly delivering oil to North Korea around the sanctions imposed by the UN Security Council (UNSC).
If you think people only use instant messaging programs to communicate, you're in for a surprise; in China people have turned to the apps for all sorts of clandestine activity.
Kyle Mizokami
Security,
A legend that you need to know about.
Few handguns combine power and cachet, but the Smith & Wesson Model 29 manages to do so with ease. Described by fictional San Francisco Police Department Detective Harry “Dirty Harry” Callahan as “the most powerful handgun ever built,” the Model 29 indeed held that slot for many decades. Although more powerful handguns and ammunition types have since appeared, the .44 Magnum Model 29 is probably the most powerful—practical—handgun still in production.
Russlands Präsident Wladimir Putin hofft auf eine bessere Zusammenarbeit mit seinem US-Kollegen Donald Trump im kommenden Jahr. In seinen Neujahrswünschen an Trump betonte er dem Kreml zufolge, dass er einen konstruktiven Dialog basierend auf gegenseitigem Respekt wolle. "Dies könnte eine pragmatische Zusammenarbeit auf lange Sicht hin ermöglichen", hieß es in dem Schreiben am Samstag.
An der Teheraner Universität haben am Samstag Dutzende Studenten gegen die iranische Regierung demonstriert. Sie wurden jedoch von regierungstreuen Gegendemonstranten vertrieben, die in der Überzahl waren. Das Innenministerium warnte vor neuen "illegalen Versammlungen". Die US-Regierung verurteilte die Festnahmen in Mashhad, wo die Protestkundgebungen am Donnerstag begonnen hatten.
An der Teheraner Universität haben am Samstag dutzende Studenten gegen die iranische Regierung demonstriert. Sie wurden jedoch von regierungstreuen Gegendemonstranten vertrieben, die in der Überzahl waren. Das Innenministerium warnte vor neuen "illegalen Versammlungen". Die US-Regierung verurteilte die Festnahmen in Mashhad, wo die Protestkundgebungen am Donnerstag begonnen hatten.
Im Iran ist es am Samstag erneut zu regimekritischen Protesten gekommen - diesmal sogar in der Hauptstadt Teheran. Nach Angaben der Nachrichtenagentur Fars riefen Dutzende Demonstranten vor der Teheraner Universität "Tod den Taliban" und verglichen damit das iranische Establishment mit den radikalen Islamisten in Afghanistan. Von den jüngsten Protesten gab es auch Videos in sozialen Netzwerken.
Die USA haben die Länder der Welt zur Unterstützung der Proteste im Iran aufgerufen. "Wir rufen alle Nationen dazu auf, das iranische Volk und seine Forderungen nach Grundrechten und einem Ende der Korruption öffentlich zu unterstützen", teilte das US-Außenministerium in der Nacht auf Samstag mit. US-Präsident Donald Trump warnte die Führung in Teheran auf Twitter: "Die Welt schaut hin".
Robert Farley
Security, Asia
This is a war that China wants to avoid, and would only join in desperation.
Three years ago I outlined what the contours of a war between China and the United States might look like. Although disagreements between Washington and Beijing over Taiwan and the South China Sea have hardly subsided, it increasingly appears that affairs on the Korean Peninsula would provide the spark for conflict. If the tense situation in Korea led to war between the United States and China... Читать дальше...
The Russian president has congratulated a number of world leaders and prominent public figures in his New-Year greetings, setting new goals for the development of Russia's ties with other states, Kremlin press service has reported.
Chances are if you’ve dived into Season 4 of “Black Mirror” on Netflix you’ve already seen the episode “USS Callister,” given that it’s first in the given order on the streaming service. It’s a good one to kick off the season, because it’s a nice mix of the standard “Black Mirror” cynicism with a dose of cathartic triumph over the toxicity of nerddom — an example of the tech nightmares the show loves to present as obstacles rather than just a permanent quagmire of sadness. Within that story... Читать дальше...
(Spoilers ahead for the “Black Mirror” season 4 episode “USS Callister” on Netflix) Chances are if you’ve dived into season 4 of “Black Mirror” on Netflix you’ve already seen the episode “USS Callister,” given that it’s first in the given order on the streaming service. It’s a good one to kick off the season with, because it’s a nice mix of the standard “Black Mirror” cynicism with a dose of cathartic triumph over the toxicity of nerddom — an example of the tech nightmares the show loves to present... Читать дальше...
Arsenal beat Crystal Palace in a 5 goal thriller! It was never going to be easy travelling to Selhurst trying to bring back three points, but with courage, desire and cheek, Arsenal managed to beat the London side 3-2 away from home. The main talking point before kick-off was Calum Chambers stepping up to make his first Premier League start of the season, the Arsenal defender didn’t do so bad at all. Shkodran Mustafi was back in the starting 11 and back with a bang! Lacazette struck the ball with his left foot at Speroni... Читать дальше...
UBS Wealth Management’s Chief Investment Office (CIO) forecasts that 2018 will be positive on global equities relative to high-grade and developed world government bonds. Global economic growth should continue at the high 3.8% rate witnessed in 2017. Nevertheless, investors face changing monetary, political, technological, social, and environmental contexts, with three principal risks to the bull […]
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BII
People are watching less TV, and subscribers are cutting the cord.
But TV is not dead yet.
Viewers are consuming television in different ways, and the advertising dollars are still there. But TV ads need to change with the times.
Learn all about this part of the future of TV with this brand new slide deck from BI Intelligence called Addressable TV.
Here are some of the key takeaways:
Daily Star | Arsene Wenger slammed by ex-Arsenal player over treatment of Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez |
Arsenal News HQ brings you the latest Arsenal news, match analysis, transfer news, injury news, team news and rumours from trusted media outlets around the World. Liverpool have joined Arsenal in the race to sign PSV Eindhoven forward Irving Lozano, according to reports. The Gunners have long been keeping tabs on the forward and our interest dates back to his time at Mexican side Pachuca. He joined PSV in the summer and has immediately hit the ground running. He has adapted to life in Europe without... Читать дальше...
An overwhelming crowd of supporters and sound-system malfunctioning forced Liberia’s President-elect, George Weah, to postpone his victory speech on Friday night. The former football star, will make his speech on Saturday.