Scientists have observed neutron stars bigger than this, which at first glance might mean that mirror matter is a dead-end idea (and we have to find some other explanation for mirror symmetry violation). But the case isn't closed: The universe is only so old (13.8 billion years), and we have no idea how long this changeover process can take. It's possible there just hasn't been enough time for the neutron stars to make the switch. … [Read more...] about Neutrons’ ‘evil twins’ may be crushing stars into black holes
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Twitter and Australian Red Cross band together to launch emergency search prompt
"Staying up-to-date about emergencies is critical, whether that's tuning into local radio or seeking updates on Twitter. In a flood, fire or cyclone, when you search on Twitter, you can now more easily find Red Cross updates to check your relatives are safe, or tips on getting prepared for example," Australian Red Cross head of emergency services Andrew Coghlan said. … [Read more...] about Twitter and Australian Red Cross band together to launch emergency search prompt
20 best movies to see on Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video Nearly 15 years after Kazakh journalist and TV personality Borat first graced our big screens, he's back playing pranks on unsuspecting Americans while delivering some incredibly incisive cultural commentary. In Borat 2, or Borat Subsequent Moviefilm: Delivery of Prodigious Bribe to American Regime for Make Benefit Once Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan, Borat's on a trip to the US to offer his daughter Tutar (played by a revelatory Maria Bakalova) to Vice President Mike Pence during the 2020 presidential election -- and the COVID-19 pandemic. Prepare to cringe at the doubled-down political incorrectness before succumbing to the outrageous laughs. … [Read more...] about 20 best movies to see on Amazon Prime Video
President Biden names Jessica Rosenworcel as interim FCC chair
"Over the last four years, Commissioner Rosenworcel has advocated for strong consumer rights and protections on the full range of issues before the Commission, be it broadband affordability, higher-speed broadband connectivity at home, or access to innovative technologies," said Greg Guice, director of government affairs for Public knowledge. "Public Knowledge looks forward to working with Acting Chairwoman Rosenworcel to fully engage the public in a consumer-focused agenda to promote the economic, health and educational benefits of a broadband connected economy." … [Read more...] about President Biden names Jessica Rosenworcel as interim FCC chair
ACCC says Google and Facebook simply don’t want a media bargaining code
"The voluntary arrangements were, in our view, completely in the hands of Google and Facebook. They were going to be deals [that were] very much on their terms. There were going to be some form of offers, but they were going to be very much 'take it or leave it' offers that weren't going to meet the government's needs and weren't going to meet the needs we saw for commercial bargains where you've got equal bargaining positions, equal bargaining power." … [Read more...] about ACCC says Google and Facebook simply don’t want a media bargaining code