How to read the European Commission’s Iran crisis energy emergency plan
A plan published on 22 April by the European Commission to deal with the energy shock triggered by the war in Iran and related blockade of the Strait of Hormuz seeks to turn the crisis into a catalyst for long-term change. The plan, known as AccelerateEU, pushes the European Union to go further in reducing its […]
779: How to Address Bad Behavior, with Nilofer Merchant
What happens when we don’t have accountability at work? Life becomes “whatever happens, happens”. And most of us are waiting for someone to come and intervene, to fix the situation. But, what if.. what if *we* could do something about the bad behavior? I explore this question in my interview with Dave Stachowiak on his […]
Don’t Toss Your Old PC: 21 Ways to Give Your Device New Life
Just over three in 10 (31%) US adults hang onto old devices because they are unsure what to do with them, according to a CNET survey. Nearly one-fifth (19%) of those surveyed simply throw them away. When it comes to old PCs, there are plenty of other options. If that laptop or desktop were made within the […]
This Earth Day, three experts share tips on how to feel hopeful about the environment
Rachel Feltman: For Scientific American’s Science Quickly, I’m Rachel Feltman. And today, in honor of Earth Day, we’re going to talk about why you should actually be excited about our planet’s future—yeah, really. At Scientific American, we’re very aware that most folks don’t need a calendar reminder to make them think about issues like pollution […]
How to reference Project Metadata and display sum of $ as metric value on a dashboard?
Hi all – new here. We recently procured Smartsheet for our PMO, and I have to say I am really struggling with what seem like genuinely basic things. We had a Smartsheet consultant help with design and building it out, however it just seems so cumbersome and unnecessarily complicated, with very limited customization available. Anyway… […]
How to Optimize Your Real Estate Portfolio and Improve Returns
The 1% rule of real estate stopped working for investor Atif Afzal a couple of years ago. Loading audio narration… The rule of thumb suggests that a property’s monthly rent should equal at least 1% of its purchase price to have a good shot at generating positive cash flow. For example, if a property costs […]
Ditch power tools, build a hedgehog highway: how to create a nature-friendly garden | Gardens
It’s happening: spring’s stretching and greenness, vibrant and achingly alive. But the last thing your garden needs is to be tidied up in a rush, for soil to be cleared of debris, for rotten, grey, dead and dying bits to be whisked away. For it’s these bits that hold all the life. The Guardian’s journalism […]
How to watch the Denver Broncos’ 2026 NFL Draft
Beginning Thursday, April 23, all eyes will be on Pittsburgh as the 2026 NFL Draft gets underway. Throughout the three-day event, the Broncos will aim to add playmakers to their talented roster. Following the acquisition of wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, the Broncos currently hold seven total picks, six of which are slated for Day 3. […]
How to Restore Leather Accessories, According to Experts
Buying a high-quality leather purse or pair of shoes is often a costly endeavor, so it’s disappointing when those accessories start to fade. While they’re still usable, they don’t always look as good when they lose their sheen. This is why learning how to restore leather is important — it saves you both money and […]
NASA reveals its Roman Space Telescope today: How to watch live, and what’s next for the next-generation observatory
Watch live: NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is a game changer and fully assembled – YouTube Watch On NASA’s newest space telescope is ready for its moment on stage — and soon, in space. The agency will unveil the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope on Tuesday (April 21) at 4 p.m. EDT (2100 GMT), […]