Tim Heffernan has done some fantastic guest blogging here at BoingBoing. Now, at Pacific Standard, he's got a story about copper — a natural resource that will affect the future of everything. Just as we're needing more and more of it, this metal is getting harder to reach.
Why we need copper — and why it's harder and harder to get
Research finds sex dolls exceed natural human proportions by up to 52%
"The design of sex dolls—unconstrained by biological limitations—offers a unique window into human mate preferences," writes Dr. William Costello in the abstract to his study analyzing sex dolls to understand… READ THE REST
Study reveals killer whales share food with humans in display of altruism
Killer whales sharing food with other killer whales is well-documented, but a new study in the Journal of Comparative Psychology found that they also share with humans. In 2015, Jared… READ THE REST
Free tool helps dodge grant rejections as federal censorship expands
I recently discovered a terrific tool called "ScanAssist," that helps grant writers avoid all of the so-called "woke," or censored, words that the Trump administration is erasing from government websites… READ THE REST
The Fooducate Pro Meal-Tracking App is 20% off with code DROP20
TL;DR: Support your health and wellness goals with the Fooducate Pro Meal-Tracking App, just $39.97 (regular $199.99) for Deal Days with the coupon code DROP20. Want the Best Health App of the… READ THE REST
Turbocharge your career by developing new skills for just $20
TL;DR: Develop new skills at your own pace, on your own schedule, with lifetime access to EDU Unlimited StackSkills – on sale right now for just $19.97. Whether you'd like to advance your… READ THE REST
There's something about these binoculars that would make Batman jealous
TL;DR: These Digital Binoculars can see at night, snap photos, and record video. They're also only $90 (reg. $159.99). Most binoculars are great in daylight but nearly useless once the sun goes down.… READ THE REST
