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Looking for the perfect back-to-school kids’ watch? You don’t need an Apple Watch SE.

Most public schools are starting back up this week, and many parents want to find a kids’ smartwatch that (A) lets them keep in touch, (B) can track their location if they leave school unexpectedly, … [read more]

I make $140000 working in plumbing. The trades allow me to support my family in an expensive city.

Joseph Ahrens is a plumbing superintendent.Courtesy of Joseph Ahrens Joseph Ahrens is a plumbing superintendent in San Diego who makes $140,000 a year.Inspired by his brother, Ahren… [+5314 chars]read more

Ashley Biden in the spotlight ahead of president’s DNC speech

When President Joe Biden bids the Democratic National Convention a bittersweet farewell Monday night, he will be introduced by one of his closest champions, his youngest daughter, Ashley. Although s… [read more]

Octopus farming in the U.S. would be banned under a new bill in Congress

A controversial plan to commercially farm octopus for meat has led to a U.S. bill that would ban the practice, along with any imports linked to it. Bipartisan legislation to ban octopus farming was i… [read more]

Scientists find another reason why the melting Arctic could be disastrous

Melting permafrost in the Arctic is releasing toxic mercury into the water system, potentially impacting the food chain, scientists say. Arctic permafrost is melting at rapid rates, potentially putt… [read more]

Make a Catch With a 3D Printed Rod

When we think of fishing rods, the image brought to mind is one of a tweed-clad fisherman in his waders in a wild salmon stream, his line whipping about as it guides the fly over the surface of the w… [read more]

It’s Obvious What Should Happen When You No Longer Want a Pet After You Have Kids

Its a maxim anyone planning to become a parent will hear at one point or another: Dont get a pet if youre going to have a baby. It probably wont go well for the pet. Plenty of people with young chil… [read more]

‘Catfish’ star Nev Schulman says he broke his neck in a collision with a truck: ‘C5 and C6 to be exact’

Nev Schulman.Michael Loccisano/Getty Images, Nev Schulman/Instagram Nev Schulman said he broke his neck in a crash involving his bike and a truck earlier in the week.The “Catfish” h… [+2108 chars]read more

One Part of Tim Walz’s Résumé Should Really Scare J.D. Vance

New Democratic VP nominee Tim Walzs decency and mensch status have rung out over the past few days. Protector of IVF. Supporter of queer teens. Champion of feeding all schoolkids. Thrower of precise … [read more]

The internet relies on vulnerable undersea cables — but the biggest risks aren’t the ones you think

The majority of faults to undersea cables are accidental. (Pictured is a CGI representation of undersea cables).Serg Myshkovsky/Getty Images Undersea cables face more risk from anchors and f… [+3137 chread more