Month: March 2019

Test your knowledge of science facts and applications of scientific principles by taking our 11-question quiz, then compare your answers to the average American and across demographic groups.

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Many Americans can answer at least some questions about science concepts. Science knowledge levels remain strongly tied to education; Republicans and Democrats are about equally knowledgeable.

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The tech industry is massive, with tech revenue expected to reach a record-breaking $398 billion in 2019. Without the accomplishments of women like Ada Lovelace, Hedy Lamarr and Sophie Wilson, however, the tech industry wouldn’t be what it is today. These women defied societal norms, pursued their real interests and created inventions that changed the…

Dark mode is now even darker for Twitter’s iOS users, and they can now set their applications to change over automatically based on their time zones. Until Thursday, Twitter iOS users could choose between Light, the default Twitter display, and Dim, the blue-gray dark mode the social network introduced in August 2016 to help reduce…

All hands on deck are needed to open this package of Tulipan condoms. Created by BBDO Argentina, the “Consent Pack” promotes respect and consent with a unique twist; a couple’s four hands are needed to open this customized pack of condoms. An accompanying video illustrates how the box opens; while one person holds in two…

With a fresh crop of superstars as young as 19, Major League Baseball is barreling into a new era. And these kids aren’t going to abide by the same unwritten rules established during the century of baseball that preceded them. They’re here to break traditions, and MLB isn’t being quiet about it. The league kicked…

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Adobe hosted its annual flagship conference this week in Las Vegas, where it unfurled its vision of how marketing clouds can help brands bridge online and offline data to improve customer experience. Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen took to the conference stage to present details on a number of his company’s strategic relationships, among them are…

Ten months after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled states can make ecommerce companies collect and remit sales tax, Poshmark is debuting Posh Remit to collect this levy on behalf of Poshmark sellers. The new tool is rolling out in 45 states, five territories and other local jurisdictions where laws have passed since the Supreme Court…

One week after completing its $71.3 billion purchase of Fox, Disney has set plans for its first combined upfront event featuring its expanded portfolio–and also reversed course on its previously announced plans to participate in this year’s NewFronts. On Tuesday, May 14, Disney will host its upfront presentation, featuring ABC, ESPN, Freeform, FX and National…