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Open Culture 

Solving a 2,500-Year-Old Puzzle: How a Cambridge Student Cracked an Ancient Sanskrit Code

If you find yourself grappling with an intellectual problem that’s gone unsolved for millennia, try taking a few months off and spending them on activities like swimming and meditating. That very strategy worked for a Cambridge PhD student named Rishi Rajpopat, who, after a summer of non-research-related activities, returned to a text by the ancient […]

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75% of Companies Still Use Paper Checks Despite High Cost

In today’s business environment, effective payment methods are essential. Outdated payment systems can create cash flow challenges, while digital payments offer streamlined processing, enhanced operational efficiency and improved customer experience. The PYMNTS Intelligence report “Getting Paid: Digital Payments for Improving Cash Flow and Customer Experience” examined how digital payments are reshaping accounts receivable (AR), offering […]

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Paper Blog 

CFP: Philosophy of High Energy Physics (PHEP-2)

Workshop Dates: February 15-16, 2025

Call for Papers – The deadline for submissions is September 30th at midnight.  Please send all submissions to phep2025@gmail.com.

The second Pittsburgh workshop on philosophy of particle and high energy physics will be held at the Center for Philosophy of Science on 15th-16th February 2025. The theme is construed broadly to include cosmology, astrophysics, quantum gravity and quantum field theory insofar as they overlap with issues in high-energy physics. Читать дальше...

«FOX Business» (foxbusiness.com) 

Jeremy Renner's LA home on the market for nearly $13M

Jeremy Renner is selling his beloved home in Los Angeles for nearly $13 million. He first bought the home in 2012 and told the Wall Street Journal why he's looking to downsize.

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Esker COO Says Dealing With the Unexpected Is the New Normal

Facing instability requires different capabilities compared to operating in a stable environment, Esker Worldwide COO Emmanuel Olivier writes in a new PYMNTS eBook, “Beyond the Horizon: How to Identify Unexpected Threats That Could Impact Your Business.”   In recent years, economic and geopolitical instability has become a constant, showing no signs of abating. Our once […]

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Small Businesses Embrace Instant Payments: Benefits Beyond Speed

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across sectors are widely using instant payments. For many, they have become their primary method of sending payment. Across four sectors — healthcare, hospitality, restaurant and transportation — we find that at least two-thirds of SMBs now send instant payments. In fact, roughly 4 in 10 name an instant method […]

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«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

One Tech Tip: How to get the most life out of your device

If you want to use your shiny new iPhone for as long as possible, better take good care of it. People want to hold on to their smartphones for longer now instead of regularly upgrading them. To extend the lifespan of your Apple or Android mobile device, device makers warn against charging or using your phone when it's extremely hot or cold. Get a sturdy case to cushion against shocks when it's dropped and a screen protector to defend against scratches. The ports and sockets can collect lint and other debris so clean them out regularly. Читать дальше...

Ablogtowatch.com 

New Release: Doxa SUB 300T Aristera Left-Handed Watch

Watches with left-handed crowns (often referred to as “destro” watches) have seen a rise in popularity over the last couple of years, although the industry has a long history of producing timepieces with this inverted style of crown setup. Along with being more ergonomic for left-handed individuals, a lefty crown configuration can also help to […]

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