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From Cheddar. New York City is halfway through a multi-year plan to construct four new jails – one each in the boroughs of Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx, and Queens. These jails will, in theory, substantially decrease the overall incarcerated population and allow the city to close the most notorious prison in the United States: Riker’s…
From Cheddar. Body odor is natural, but it’s not exactly welcome… Thankfully, we have all kinds of deodorants and antiperspirants to help eliminate the stink. But believe it or not, there was a time when people weren’t so ready to accept these solutions. In fact, it took a pretty savage marketing campaign to convince us…
From Cheddar. In 2016, the Solar Impulse 2 circumnavigated the globe in just over 500 days, all without a drop of fuel. But the real newsworthy aspect of this solar-powered plane is it’s ability to stay in the air for months. Investors, start-ups and even the US Navy are betting big on how it can…
From Cheddar. Here’s a sentence that makes you think: Los Angeles used to have one of the best mass transit systems in the world. But today, the city of Angels is known for its terrible traffic and poor public transit. In the early 20th century, LA relied on streetcars: trolleys with stops throughout Southern California.…
From Cheddar. Covid-19 cases are on the rise, especially in South Africa. And that surge could soon arrive on U.S. shores. Here’s what you need to know Tune into Wake Up with Cheddar weekdays at 7am eastern for more Need2Know headlines. While you’re here, sign up for our daily Need2Know newsletter here. https://cheddar.com/need2know Connect with…
From Cheddar. Eight hours per day, five days per week. This is the working schedule around which labor activists rallied in the 19th and 20th centuries. Less than a century after the Fair Labor Standard Act codified the 40-hour week in the United States, however, the schedule has lost its luster. In a tight labor…
From Cheddar. American Airlines recently announced a deal with bus company Landline, with plans to sub shorter flights with bus rides. It’s a growing trend across the airline industry. So next time you book a flight, know that you might actually end up on a bus instead. Here’s what you need to know. Tune into…
From Cheddar. In February 2022, over 65 congressional members sent a letter to Secretary Buttigieg and the Department of Transportation urging the agency to update certain safety standards when it comes to crash testing. So, what exactly are advocates calling for and why do they say our crash tests need a major update? Further reading:…
From Cheddar. New York City’s geography makes it particularly at risk to the impacts of climate change – like rising seas and subsequent flooding. The city has already experienced the effects of increasingly severe weather. In response, the city is building a plan to protect itself, from flood walls, to levees, to redesigning its coast.…
From Cheddar. In November, an average carton of a dozen eggs might have cost you around one dollar, but now it’s hovering around three dollars. Egg prices have tripled since then and show no signs of slowing down. Here’s what you need to know. Tune into Wake Up with Cheddar weekdays at 7am eastern for…
From Cheddar. Ever walk into a CVS to pick up some gum, maybe some Chapstick, only to get hit with a ridiculously long receipt? It’s no secret that most CVS purchases come with these comically long receipts. But what might surprise you is that these long receipts are part of a marketing plan that’s paying…
From Cheddar. On Monday, President Biden announced a new rule that aims to halt the rise of ghost guns. Ghost guns are privately made firearms that are not marked with a serial number and are difficult for law enforcement to trace when used to commit a crime. This is how the President plans to trace…
From Cheddar. Nike introduced the Vaporfly in the 2016 Olympics to Nike-sponsored athletes, three of whom took the top spots in marathon events. Since then, the shoe has been the weapon of choice of elite athletes like those competing in the 2022 Boston Marathon. Why? Because Nike designed the shoe to literally make you faster.…
From Cheddar. As of 2020, there were some 270 million registered vehicles in the United States, each one adorned with a mandatory license plate or two. And while plates appear standardized within states, when you zoom out to the whole country, the system get well, downright chaotic. European plates vary by country, but look similar.…
From Cheddar. Tesla delivered over 300,000 vehicles in the first quarter of 2022. That’s up around 68% from the same period in 2021. While other automakers are struggling to meet demand, Tesla is beating the odds…at least for now. Here’s what you Need2Know. Tune into Wake Up with Cheddar weekdays at 7am eastern for more…
From Cheddar. Walk into any coffee shop or diner and you’ll spot packets of Sweet ‘n’ Low, Equal, or Splenda sweet right away. And, if you’re someone who uses these sweeteners, you’re not alone. In 2020 alone, 141 million Americans used sugar substitutes. They’re attractively marketed with little to no calories, claims of no weight…
From Cheddar. American gas stations are massive and only getting bigger. That’s because most chains like Wawa, Sheetz, and Buc-ee’s sell way more than just gas. So when and why did gas stations change from single-pump service garages to supersized, all-in-one travel hubs? Further Reading: The Hustle https://thehustle.co/why-most-gas-stations-dont-make-money-from-selling-gas/ Detroit Free Press https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/oakland/2019/01/31/gas-stations-go-upscale-craft-beer-wine-carry-out-meals/2677920002/ CBS News https://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-american-convenience-store-turns-50/…
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From Cheddar. Russian oil tanker ships are vanishing from global tracking systems. This "dark activity" has experts worried. Here’s what we know. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://chddr.tv/3JmGgBe On Twitter: https://chddr.tv/3qaYQog On Instagram: https://chddr.tv/36u8tqY On Cheddar.com: https://chddr.tv/37GycgL
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From Cheddar. Plastic has become the face of global pollution. To date, humans have produced 8.3 billion metric tons of it. Once discarded, plastic doesn’t biodegrade. Instead, it fragments into microplastics smaller than the size of a sesame seed and further into nanoplastics. These tiny particles of plastic end up everywhere, deep in the ice…
From Cheddar. This month, Cheddar News spoke with successful women across industries in honor of Women’s History Month. We’ve compiled some of the best pieces of advice we heard here. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://chddr.tv/3JmGgBe On Twitter: https://chddr.tv/3qaYQog On Instagram: https://chddr.tv/36u8tqY On Cheddar.com: https://chddr.tv/37GycgL
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From Cheddar. With ongoing supply chain issues and war in Ukraine, inflation is likely here to stay. This is the first time many younger people will experience consistent inflation as working adults, so this video breaks it down using candy (for fun!). Pedantic Nuance: US Bureau of Labor Statistics https://www.bls.gov/cpi/ The New York Times https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/11/28/business/economy/high-inflation-millennials.html…
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From Cheddar. Since Russia invaded Ukraine, the United States, along with much of the Western world, has imposed economic sanctions on Russia’s economy and its oligarchs. And theses measures are costing these oligarchs — billions. So what exactly is an oligarch and what are their ties to Putin and the ongoing invasion? And will sanctioning…
From Cheddar. Tune into Wake Up with Cheddar weekdays at 7am eastern for more Need2Know headlines. While you’re here, sign up for our daily Need2Know newsletter here. https://cheddar.com/need2know STUDY: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMc2202542
From Cheddar. The yellow taxi cab is the quintessential New York City ride. What started as a small fleet of cars nearly 100 years ago, has turned into a bustling system of thousands of yellow taxi cabs. But now the threat of ride-share apps and city scandal has left cab drivers in thousands of dollars…
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From Cheddar. When Russia invaded Ukraine in late February of 2022, many expected a quick, decisive takeover by the Russian army. That didn’t happen. As of the date of recording this video, much of Ukraine – including the capital, Kyiv – continues to resist Russian forces. The reasons why are complex and change day-by-day, so…
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From Cheddar. New York City might be known as the concrete jungle, but its parks have been an ever-present part of this bustling metropolis from the beginning. The city’s 30,000 acres of parks serve as an escape for New Yorkers and serve the city itself in many unseen ways. Watch 13 minute versions here on…
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From Cheddar. Lie detectors don’t work. In fact, the science behind them has been increasingly scrutinized since their inception. But they’re still being used in high-stakes scenarios with real consequences. So, if lie detectors don’t actually work, why do we still use them? Further reading: BBC https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-22467640 CNN https://www.cnn.com/2018/03/21/health/lie-detector-facts-accuracy/index.html Futurism https://futurism.com/polygraphs-do-not-work-why-do-we-still-use-them Nature https://www.nature.com/articles/nn.4426 Vox https://www.vox.com/2014/8/14/5999119/polygraphs-lie-detectors-do-they-work…
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From Cheddar. Keeping the lights on in New York City is no easy task. New Yorkers demand billions of watts of electricity per day, much more than the city itself can produce. As New York moves towards a greener future, generating this vast amount of electricity will require rethinking how the city generates its energy.…
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From Cheddar. Every ten years, there’s a census. That decennial count is long and tedious and arduous…and important. Because it confirms who lives where so the Federal Government properly allocates resources, so services go to the places that need them most and – yes – so states gain or lose seats in congress and have…
From Cheddar. Getting water from upstate reservoirs to the taps of over 8.5 million people in New York City is no easy feat. From purification, through thousands of miles of underground tunnels, this is how New York City gets its water. Watch 13 minute versions here on Cheddar’s YouTube page. You can also watch the…
From Cheddar. What if we added the equivalent of over 1300 football fields to the tip of Manhattan? This was the proposal of a recent op-ed in The New York Times – increasing the size of the borough by about 12% in order to mitigate two of its most pressing problems. There’s evidence from all…
From Cheddar. New York City has some of the most iconic bridges in the world like the Brooklyn Bridge and the George Washington Bridge. These engineering marvels have helped set the tone for how bridges around the world are designed. Here is how New York builds and maintains its aging bridges. Watch 13 minute versions…
From Cheddar. Physical education classes are declared compulsory in 97% of the world’s countries. Here in the U.S, it employs over 20,000 people. It’s a standard part of schooling that, when you think about it, feels out of place. But just over 100 years ago, gym class was a rarity. So what changed? And should…
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From Cheddar. The Winter Olympics showcase our favorite and most picturesque winter sports: from ski jumping, to figure skating, to ice hockey. But don’t forget about doubles luge, the internet’s favorite Olympic sport. Join us as we explore the history of this intimate display and reveal why doubles luge is so much more than a…
From Cheddar. Every few years, the Olympics roll around to prove that, yes, the world’s best athletes can jump farther, swim faster, and generally crush records that would’ve been impossible just a few decades ago. Take ski jumping – the world record has increased by well over 200 meters in fewer than 100 years. Responsible…
From Cheddar. New York has long been known as one of the rattiest cities in America with some estimating close to 2 million rodents roam its streets. Both city workers and residents have been waging a never-ending battle against these four-legged fiends. Here is how New York City rats out its rodents. Watch 13 minute…
From Cheddar. The world of mobile app design is changing quickly, and it’s farewell to color, quirks and exotic fonts. Gather one and all, for a new age of app interfaces has arrived right under our noses, with simplicity being the style of choice. With nearly 3 million apps available on Google Play Store, and…
From Cheddar. Underneath the ground of New York’s fabled streets exists a vast network of pipes that make up the city’s sewer system. New Yorkers create, on average, 1.3 billion gallons of wastewater per day that makes its way through these 7,500 miles of pipes. Join Cheddar & CuriosityStream as we explore the unique histories…
From Cheddar. Anyone who remembers the 70s and 80s will probably remember acid rain. Industrial emissions acidified precipitation around the globe, which killed forests and crops, rendered lakes inhospitable, corroded buildings, and exacerbated human health problems. But anyone who follows environmental news will be surprised to learn this: we solved it! Countries came together to…
From Cheddar. New York’s three closest airports move 140 million people in and out of the most visited place in the United States. But these three travel hubs were not designed to handle this growing number of visitors. Here’s how New York’s airports are evolving to handle one of the most complex airspaces on Earth.…
From Cheddar. All around the world, speed limits are placed on public roads to promote car safety and save lives. In that same world, car manufacturers have continued to look for ways to build faster and faster cars. Despite the dangers of speeding, many drivers are guilty of pushing the pedal from time to time.…
From Cheddar. Many things come to mind when thinking about New York City, but how the city deals with its garbage is usually not one of them. New Yorkers produce over 14 million tons of trash each year — and a combination of city agencies and private companies work daily to haul away what New…
From Cheddar. Shoulder injuries are one of the most common orthopedic injuries – and they’re also one of the most commonly ignored. But chimpanzees, with whom we share nearly 99% of our DNA, don’t encounter the same issues we do. So why are human shoulders such a design disaster? Well, we can trace the answer…
From Cheddar. Among all the other events of the last few years, you may have missed this one: Spermageddon. This is the fun name for the idea that sperm counts among mainly ‘Western’ men are in freefall. The Spermageddon hype began with the publication of a 2017 study showing a nearly 60% drop in overall…
From Cheddar. New York City is known for its collection of landmarks, a sprawling skyline, and as the financial epicenter of the globe. But perhaps the most extraordinary aspect of New York is something far less celebrated: Its unrivaled network of infrastructure systems working in unison to keep the city breathing. Systems that can process…
From Cheddar. When you take a look at American universities, you’ll find one thing most have in common, besides crazy high tuitions. If you look closely, you’ll notice that most of them look quite similar – like they’re straight out of the Middle Ages. Funny thing is, most of these school were established in the…