It’s a bit like going back in time. In the US, restaurants that found themselves having to shutter operations because their concept made it hard for customers to practice social distancing and other hygiene measures are back with a vengeance. Dinner th…
Tesla wants you to do karaoke in your car
On the occasion of the Lunar New Year, Tesla is offering a brand new software update in China that includes an exclusive karaoke program. Interested customers can also purchase a Tesla microphone designed especially for this activity. The TeslaMic is o…
Car interiors can be dirtier than a toilet, study finds
The inside of your car is probably dirtier than your toilet, according to research from Aston University in Birmingham, England. It turns out that the trunk and the driver’s seat are the areas with the highest levels of bacterial contamination. They we…
McDonald’s heads to the metaverse to celebrate the Lunar New Year
Chinese New Year kicks off February 1 and, for the occasion, McDonald’s has decided to jump into the metaverse to foretell what’s to come in the year ahead. Just guide your avatar to your zodiac animal to find out what 2022 — year of the Water Tiger -…
What are the secrets of the most liked photos on Instagram
Just posted a photo on Instagram but it didn’t generate many “likes”? What’s the secret to getting more “likes” on your photo on Instagram? A study has determined the most sought-after features in a post. And we’re happy to share their findings! Resear…
K-pop was the subject of over 7 billion on Twitter last year
When we mention Blackpink and BTS, of course K-pop comes to mind! On Twitter, fans of K-pop dominate discussions. The global phenomenon generated 7.8 billion tweets in 2021. K-pop is still in vogue on social networks, particularly on Twitter. While in…
Practical tips for protecting your identity online
Never has the risk of having your personal data hacked and stolen online been so great. In order to keep this sensitive data safe, the Mozilla Foundation — publisher of the Firefox internet browser (among other things) — has a few simple tips for use…
This electric kickbike is a cross between a BMX and a skateboard
Turkish manufacturer Tozz Bike presents an original electric kickbike, directly inspired by urban sports, BMX and skateboarding. It claims to be more comfortable and safer than a classic model, although that does come at a cost. Take a skateboard, add …
Why are there applications in the App Store that aren’t listed but can be downloaded?
Apple has, for the first time, decided to offer unlisted applications for download in the App Store, accessible from a dedicated URL. Usually, to find and install an application from the App Store, you just have to type its name in the search bar and d…
How studying coral skeletons could help estimate their resilience to climate change
Researchers have studied the hard skeletons of coral reefs to better predict their survival. Vulnerable to ocean acidification caused by global warming, corals are among the most threatened underwater species. Corals that inhabit the ocean floor are pa…