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From Wall Street Journal. Carvana’s share price skyrocketed in 2021, but less than a year later it dropped by 95%. WSJ’s Ben Foldy explains the factors that helped drive the online car dealer’s growth and why investors are now questioning its future. Illustration: Preston Jessee More from the Wall Street Journal: Visit WSJ.com: http://www.wsj.com Visit…
From Wired. Jason Earles, Joshua Bassett and Matt Cornett take the WIRED Autocomplete Interview and answer the internet’s most searched questions about themselves. The High School Musical: The Musical: The Series stars answers questions like: What’s the difference between High School Musical and HSMTMTS? Whose the choreographer for the show? Does Jason Earles play Hawkeye?…
From Wall Street Journal. Donald Trump was expected to testify Wednesday in the New York attorney general’s probe into the financial dealings of the former president and his business. WSJ’s Corinne Ramey explains what to know about the investigation. Photo illustration: Laura Kammermann More from the Wall Street Journal: Visit WSJ.com: http://www.wsj.com Visit the WSJ…
From VICE News. California’s last nuclear power plant, Diablo Canyon, was scheduled to close by 2025. But now it might stay open, thanks in part to a campaign by nuclear power advocates who argue that keeping it online is key to staving off climate change. VICE News/Keegan Hamilton looks at how the battle over nuclear…
From Wall Street Journal. Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky grew his company to be one of the biggest crypto lenders. Now the company has filed for bankruptcy protection, and investors and clients are asking how this could have happened. This isn’t the first time Mashinsky has taken a moonshot idea and ended up creating a trail…
From VICE News. VICE’s Dexter Thomas Jr. travels to Alabama to learn about the Felony Murder rule, and speaks to those affected by it the most. Help keep VICE News’ fearless reporting free for millions by making a one time or ongoing contribution here. – https://vice.com/contribute Subscribe to VICE News here: http://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-VICE-News Check out VICE…
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From Insider. Paramedic and EMS captain Randy Li rates nine medical emergencies in movies and TV, such as "Ambulance" and "Pulp Fiction," for realism. Li breaks down the accuracy of emergency medical service protocols in "Ambulance" (2022), "Chicago Fire" (2019), and "9-1-1" (2019) starring Nicolas Cage. He looks at the realism of first-line treatments in…
From Cheddar. Who Knew? is a collection of Cheddar’s favorite explainers organized in episodes together by topic. This week, our host, Hana Ostapchuk, presents three stories on the evolution of the airline industry. You can also check out full episodes of Who Knew? weekdays at 11 a.m. wherever you stream Cheddar News. 00:00 Why American…
From Business Insider. The greener matcha is, the smoother and more complex its flavor. But not all matcha is the same. Matcha at its highest quality is referred to as ceremonial-grade, because of the central role it plays in Japanese tea ceremonies. And while this bright green powder takes a few seconds to dissolve in water, it…
From Seeker. The Russia-Ukraine war is exposing a problem that doesn’t get that much coverage: the nuclear fuel supply chain. Back in March 2022, President Biden announced sanctions on Russia’s energy exports, oil and gas. But uranium was left off the list. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker Like Seeker by The Verge on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeekerMedia/ Follow on Twitter:…
From Wall Street Journal. Himars – long-range rocket launchers from the U.S. – have helped Ukraine target Russian ammunition stores, command posts and fuel depots, slowing down Moscow’s forces. As Washington sends more weapons, WSJ looks at why Kyiv is asking for other advanced tools. Photo composite: Eve Hartley More from the Wall Street Journal:…
From Vox. We answered a viewer’s question about the decline of unionization. Subscribe and turn on notifications 🔔 so you don’t miss any videos: http://goo.gl/0bsAjO 📣 If the news feels chaotic to you these days, you’re not alone. We want to answer your biggest questions about what’s happening in the world today via our new…
From The Atlantic. The story of the U.S. government’s family-separation policy is one of both cruelty and incompetence. Caitlin Dickerson spent a year and a half investigating how it came to be, and who was responsible. Join editor in chief Jeffrey Goldberg in conversation with Dickerson about The Atlantic’s momentous September cover story detailing efforts…
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From Wall Street Journal. To avoid harassment and greater oversight on social-media platforms, some users in China are leaving the country’s dominant sites for under-the-radar options. WSJ China technology reporter Shen Lu joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss what led them to this point and where they are moving. Photo: Getty Images For more episodes…
From Wall Street Journal. From long lines to delays and cancellations, airports around the world have been trying to manage a post-pandemic travel surge with a shortage of staff. WSJ follows an American Airlines pilot through the disruptions to unpack how airlines are trying to fix it. Photo Composite: Emily Siu More from the Wall…
From Wired. Neil Patrick Harris takes the WIRED Autocomplete Interview and answers the internet’s most searched questions about himself. What was Neil Patrick Harris’s first movie? Is Neil Patrick Harris the new Doctor Who? Is he really a magician? Does he watch Cobra Kai? How old was he when he made Doogie Howser? Neil answers…
From Wall Street Journal. Chinese state media videos and a map of live-fire exercises around Taiwan have displayed Beijing’s strategy to impose an aerial and maritime blockade on the island. Here’s how China could threaten both Taiwan and global trade in case of a military conflict. Illustration: CCTV More from the Wall Street Journal: Visit…
From Insider. Julie Summer is the director at Luxe Bag Spa, a designer-handbag-restoration company in Canada. She shows us how she restores a soiled white Chanel flap bag. This includes cleaning the exterior, repainting the bag, and polishing the chain. https://luxebagspa.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/luxebagspa/ MORE REFURBISHED VIDEOS: How L.L.Bean Boots Are Professionally Restored | Refurbished | Insider…
From VICE News. Today, more Armenians live outside Armenia than within it. Many surviving families of the 1915 Armenian genocide found refuge in countries all over the world. But in recent years, Armenians have again had to flee conflict in places like Syria. Some are now returning to Armenia and spicing up its cuisine with…
From Business Insider. From India’s handmade paper and sacred metal mirrors, to Japan’s soy sauce fermented in 100-year-old barrels, we got an inside look at centuries-old traditions around the globe to see how they’re still standing. 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:34 Pakistan Ajrak 00:10:13 Italy Bells 00:18:12 Venice Glassblowers 00:25:15 Ukraine Weavers 00:34:20 Egypt Stone Carvers 00:40:49…
From Wall Street Journal. Singapore Airlines operates the world’s longest flight, during which passengers can now get fish. It might sound risky, but it’s fresher than you might expect. Singapore’s Food and Beverage Director Antony McNeil explains how and why he brought trout to travelers plates. Photo Illustration: Adele Morgan/The Wall Street Journal More from…
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. Join Cheddar & CuriosityStream…
From VICE News. In Russia criticising the military or their invasion of Ukraine is now effectively illegal. An atmosphere of suspicion is leading a growing number of Russians to denounce their friends, neighbours and even relatives to the police for opposing the war. Help keep VICE News’ fearless reporting free for millions by making a…
From Business Insider. The Ironbound neighborhood in Newark, New Jersey, has become one of the most polluted in the country. That’s because it is surrounded by polluting industries, including one of the largest sewage plants in the country and a trash incinerator that burns thousands of tons of trash every week. Residents have been demanding…
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From Wall Street Journal. Airbnb was formed during the 2008 financial crisis and evolved during the Covid-19 pandemic. WSJ’s Preetika Rana and Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky share insight into the home-sharing giant’s success and what the future might hold for the company. Photo: Lucas Guilkey More from the Wall Street Journal: Visit WSJ.com: http://www.wsj.com Visit…
From Insider. Every movie and TV show you love wouldn’t be what it is without the skilled craftspeople who bring it to life. And some work that happens behind the scenes is not what you’d expect. There are special effects artists who design fake teeth to look bad, which is how Austin Powers got his…
From Wired. Author Neil Gaiman takes to Twitter to answer the internet’s burning questions about mythology. What links Viking and Greek myths? Why does Anubis have a dog head? Why do so many cultures have a ‘Great Flood’ myth? What do Biblical angels look like? Neil answers all these questions and much, much more! The…
From Bloomberg. As the planet gets hotter, engineers are racing to find ways to store energy on a massive scale, clearing the way for a transition to renewable electricity. #energy #powermoves #bloombergquicktake ——– Like this video? Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Bloomberg?sub_confirmation=1 Become a Quicktake Member for exclusive perks: http://www.youtube.com/bloomberg/join Subscribe to Quicktake Explained: https://bit.ly/3iERrup QuickTake Originals is Bloomberg’s…
From The Economist. In many countries, inflation is at its highest level since the early 1980s, and consumers are feeling the pinch. What can be done to bring it under control? 00:00 – Global inflation is rising again 00:24 – What is inflation? 00:51 – Why is high inflation a concern? 01:40 – How to…
From Wall Street Journal. Taiwan has become a key front line in the U.S.-China rivalry, with both countries ramping up military posturing in the region. WSJ explains why the U.S. is displaying support for the self-ruling island that China sees as part of its territory. Photo: I-Hwa Cheng/Bloomberg News More from the Wall Street Journal:…
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From Wired. Former FBI agent and body language expert Joe Navarro sits down with WIRED to talk about the non-verbal language of appearance. The ornate nature of how we attend to our bodies has grand significance throughout humankind. The way we present ourselves, across cultures, continues to be of massive importance. But, just how important…
From Wall Street Journal. What smallpox is to humans — monkeypox is to animals. So what happens when a human is infected with an animal disease? WSJ explains the symptoms, reactions and treatment of a monkeypox infection. Read more about what you need to know about the 2022 monkeypox outbreak on The Wall Street Journal:…
From Bloomberg. The recovery tech industry claims to help athletes bounce back after sports training. Players endorse everything from massage guns from makers like Theragun to cryo-chambers. But the science behind much of it is questionable–at best. #BusinessofSports #training #bloombergquicktake ——– Like this video? Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Bloomberg?sub_confirmation=1 Become a Quicktake Member for exclusive perks: http://www.youtube.com/bloomberg/join Subscribe…
From Cheddar. Who Knew? is a collection of Cheddar’s favorite explainers organized in episodes together by topic. This week, our host, Hana Ostapchuk, presents three stories on the evolution of the airline industry. You can also check out full episodes of Who Knew? weekdays at 11 a.m. wherever you stream Cheddar News. 00:00 Why Commercial…
From Vox. Cloud seeding, explained. We flew up to see it with our own eyes. Subscribe and turn on notifications 🔔 so you don’t miss any videos: http://goo.gl/0bsAjO For decades, drought-stricken areas around the world have practiced “cloud seeding,” a process where chemical flares full of silver iodide are shot into clouds to encourage them…
From VICE News. If your house and town burned down in a wildfire, would you stay or would you go? We went to Paradise to find out how and why people are rebuilding after California’s deadliest wildfire. Help keep VICE News’ fearless reporting free for millions by making a one time or ongoing contribution here.…
From Wall Street Journal. The prices hospitals negotiate with health insurance companies are a major driver of high U.S. medical costs. WSJ analyzes the rates at one hospital to explain why the prices for the same surgery, at the same hospital, can vary so widely. Illustration: Ryan Trefes More from the Wall Street Journal: Visit…
From Business Insider. Net-zero emissions is one of the most challenging, pressing issues for humanity. In order to mitigate climate catastrophe, global emissions must be reduced by 45% of current emissions in 2030, and 100% in 2050. Local and global actors are slowly making changes needed to meet emissions goals set by the 2015 Paris…
From VICE News. There are more than double the number of private security officers than police officers and national military combined in South Africa. This can be helpful to communities who feel underserved by their own countries. But like with any privatization efforts, there are major drawbacks. VICE News looks at the impact in Durban,…
From Wall Street Journal. In Ukraine, fighting and supply disruptions have pushed inflation well above the global average, hiking the price of food and basics including salt. WSJ explains how that affects Ukrainians who are trying to stock food amid fears of famine this winter. Photo Composite: Michelle Inez Simon More from the Wall Street…
From Cheddar. If you’re a true crime fan you’ve probably watched detectives solve cases using CCTV footage. While good video can catch a bad guy, bad video can make the case even harder to crack. But why, in 2022, do we still encounter grainy, low quality security footage when camera technology has evolved to allow…
From VICE News. One year ago, Sgt. Jessica Haut came out as trans in the military. Now, VICE News checks back in to see how she’s navigating her transition while serving in the U.S. Army. Help keep VICE News’ fearless reporting free for millions by making a one time or ongoing contribution here. – https://vice.com/contribute…
From Seeker. We wanted to look into what the future of lab-grown meat could look like and specific thought experiment which led us to a front yard pig named Bosco. To learn more about this thought experiment, check out our video: https://youtu.be/IiSBsFxTsa8
From Vox. It’s all about using the entire width of the road and finding the ideal line. Subscribe and turn on notifications (🔔) so you don’t miss any videos: http://goo.gl/0bsAjO Cars travel at their fastest speeds when moving in a straight line, and Formula 1 is no different. F1 racers drive at over 215 mph…
From VICE News. Meet Jessica Resendiz, illustrator, founder of Los Angeles clothing brand RaggedyTiff, and work-life balance maven. Inspired by her Mexican-American roots and armed with tools like PayPal, she shares how she’s evolved her professional habits to avoid burnout. Now, she’s grown her business from online to IRL and fostered a unique connection with…
From VICE News. The Democratic Republic of Congo holds more than half of the world’s reserves of cobalt. Demand for the element, which is used in many electronics, has tripled in the last decade—and it’s expected to double again by 2030. VICE News went to see if that soaring demand is driving illegal mining and…
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From Wall Street Journal. Russian President Vladimir Putin’s health has been a topic of global discussion after footage showed him coughing, walking stiffly and seemingly tired. WSJ looks at how his on-camera appearances are being scrutinized amid the war in Ukraine and questions over his succession. Photo: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters More from the Wall Street Journal:…
From VICE News. If you’ve ever listened to Bob Marley, you’ve probably heard of the Buffalo Soldiers, at least by name. But you might not know about their legendary bicycle journey. VICE News’ Dexter Thomas joined a trip with cycling enthusiast Erick Cedeño to retrace, and rethink, our place in American history. Help keep VICE…
From Business Insider. Limestone is used in everything from cement and tiles to paper- and plastic-making. The Egyptians that mine the haunting white mountains risk their lives and limbs to get it. More Big Business Videos: Can Lab-Grown Steak be the Future of Meat? | Big Business | Business Insider https://youtu.be/UQejwvnog0M How 40,000 Tons Of…
From VICE News. Neil Woods spent 14-years as an undercover detective infiltrating some of the most dangerous drugs gangs in Europe. His operations put his own life in constant danger, and led to the arrests of countless dealers, gangsters and drug users. Over this time, Neil came to realise just how contradictory and self-defeating our…
From Insider. Laser cleaning is a non-contact method of removing grime and surface contamination. It works by sending short pulses of light that are absorbed by coating particles like rust and paint. The interaction causes these particles to detach from the surface. Kevin Harrison, who is the owner of Project Laser in Western Australia, walks…
From Business Insider. When you hear "shea butter," you probably think of the West African kind. But in East Africa, a different variety of shea nut grows, called nilotica. It’s easier to spread and absorbs quickly into the skin, which makes it more desirable in cosmetics. In Uganda, nilotica producers are trying to meet growing…
From Wall Street Journal. Facebook parent Meta has been revamping its platforms to make them more competitive with rivals like TikTok, and to keep advertisers. But users are expressing dissatisfaction with the changes on Facebook and Instagram, and advertising revenue is slipping amid rising inflation. WSJ reporter Salvador Rodriguez joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss…