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In a multinational cohort study, researchers evaluated the risk of cancer mortality after protracted low dose exposure to ionising radiation in workers in France, the UK, and the US. The study included 309,932 workers with a total follow-up of 10.7 million person years. They found that the rate of mortality due to solid cancer increased […]
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Textual is a Python framework that allows for the development of sophisticated user interfaces. With a simple Python API, Textual enables the creation of interactive apps that can be run in both the terminal and web browsers. The framework boasts impressive features, such as support for 16.7 million colors, mouse functionality, and smooth animations. It […]
In 2015, sargassum seaweed began washing up on the shores of the Riviera Maya. Instead of seeing it as a problem, I saw an opportunity to find a sustainable solution. I started collecting the seaweed and using it as fertilizer for my business, Blue-Green Nursery. As the seaweed continued to accumulate, I realized we could […]
When it comes to web application sessions, there is a debate about how long they should remain active. While current security advice suggests using short session timeouts, many popular apps, like Gmail or GitHub, allow users to remain logged in for extended periods without reauthentication. The question is whether or not this practice is insecure. […]
Summary: The author explores the concept of ask culture vs. guess culture, which refers to the different behaviors and expectations people have when it comes to asking for favors or making requests. Ask culture encourages being direct and asking for what you want, even if the request seems unreasonable. Guess culture, on the other hand, […]
CAPTCHA technology, which requires users to solve puzzles to prove they’re human, may soon be rendered obsolete by advancements in artificial intelligence. Google replaced CAPTCHA with a more advanced tool called reCAPTCHA in 2019, but AI bots are now beating even this more sophisticated system. In a recent study, AI bots showed greater accuracy and […]
Dart 3.1, the latest release of the Dart language, introduces functional style features that allow for more flexible data modeling. Dart, originally an object-oriented language, now incorporates pattern matching, switch functionality, and sealed types, which enable the implementation of algebraic data types. With algebraic data types, developers can write code in a functional style while […]
When it comes to Big Tech companies like Google, Amazon, Apple, Meta, and Microsoft, the mention of LeetCode always pops up. Many believe that to get into these companies, one must excel at competitive programming and pass coding tests. While LeetCode is helpful for improving programming skills in the long run, it may not be […]
Today, we are thrilled to announce the launch of the Mullvad Browser, a collaboration between the Tor Project team and Mullvad. Both organizations share a commitment to protecting individuals’ privacy rights and have been involved in developing privacy-focused technology for many years. The Mullvad Browser is a free web browser that incorporates the privacy features […]
The web content discusses various disasters and failures, highlighting the causes and lessons learned from each event. It emphasizes the importance of preparedness and safety, while also acknowledging the role of human error and lack of communication in these incidents. The author argues for the need to prioritize quality and reliability in software development, while […]