Scientist Captures First-ever Footage Of A Tortoise Committing Grisly Murder

Plus, what full FDA approval for Covid-19 vaccines really means.

The Futurist uncovers unique and inspiring topics that feed your curiosity. Curated articles on technology, science, and culture delivered to your inbox. Not for you? Unsubscribe anytime below. /innovation THE FARMERS MARKET IS MOVING ONLINE When the pandemic came, it hit farms hard. Supply chains, customer bases, and in some cases labor were upended. Small and medium-sized independent farms that relied on restaurant wholesale lost huge percentages of their business overnight. Some local CSAs folded. Some farming operations went belly up. Others, however, found a new path online. When the pandemic began, farmer-specific e-commerce apps and services offered a new world of possibility. The Verge /tech BECOME AN APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL Data is being produced at higher levels than ever before and it will only continue to increase. Think about Apple products alone. There are constant device upgrades that leave some of us confused on how to navigate the changes. Because of this technology evolution, there's a need for quality support specialists. From 2019 to 2029 support specialists roles are expected to grow 8%, which is more than any other occupation. Cult of Mac /wild SCIENTIST CAPTURES FIRST-EVER FOOTAGE OF A TORTOISE COMMITTING GRISLY MURDER In a famous Aesop fable, a tortoise beats a hare in a foot race by taking it slow and steady. An astonishing new video has now captured a real-life tortoise using the same methodical approach to achieve a far more grisly outcome: straight-up biting off a baby bird's head and devouring the chick whole. Vice /lifehack PROTECT YOURSELF FROM HACKERS IN MINUTES WITH THE HELP OF AURA, THE TOP-RATED SERVICE The convenience factor of today's digital-centric world seems to outweigh the risks, until you wind up getting your identity stolen. It's a harsh reality: with everything from shopping and socializing to banking happening online, unprotected information is at risk. Use Aura, a top identity theft protection service, to watch over your data so you can carry on with your modern conveniences with peace of mind. Start keeping watch on your online personal data today for up to 50% off. [Partner] /interior @elfennmarrakech /health WHAT FULL FDA APPROVAL FOR COVID-19 VACCINES REALLY MEANS Nearly nine months after the first Americans received their shots, the Covid-19 vaccine from Pfizer/BioNTech received full approval from the Food and Drug Administration for people 16 and older on Monday. This could help increase the number of people willing to get vaccines and make it easier to compel those who are less willing — if health officials can cut through the mounting confusion around their efficacy, booster shots, and the threat of the delta variant. Vox /ai THIS FREE APP REMOVES BACKGROUND NOISE FROM YOUR ZOOM CALLS USING AI Tired of your coworkers hearing your kids (or pets) screaming every time you're on a call? Then you might want to check out Krisp, an AI-based noise cancelation for Mac and Windows PCs that blocks unwanted sounds not only from your side of the call but on the receiving end as well. In addition to obstructing background noise, Krisp also removes echo, allows for instant audio recordings, and can be used to add virtual backdrops to your video calls. Because it's a floating widget, it won't take up much of your limited screen real estate either. Give it a shot free of charge, no credit card required. Krisp /science THESE RESEARCHERS ARE LAUNCHING A MODERN DAY NOAH'S ARK TO SAVE SPECIES FROM EXTINCTION As the planet continues to warm, plants and animals that once thrived are watching the weather conditions they once counted on disappear and the land they once occupied get destroyed. Surviving the ongoing ecological disaster that is climate change is going to require taking some efforts of Biblical proportions. Luckily, there are researchers and scientists in California who are willing to go Old Testament to help different species avoid extinction. According to a report from the Los Angeles Times, a group of experts and nonprofit organizations are going to extreme measures to save endangered species, including performing emergency relocations in the style of Noah's Ark. Mic /posted @insearchofperfect /bites Actually look forward to cleaning and never miss a speck of dust again with this compressed air duster Who will lead the future of finance? This eBook provides real-life examples of how NetSuite changes the finance game Galaxy lamps are the new lava lamps. Bring part of the universe to your desk and enhance your space THE FUTURIST Advertise |  Talk to Us  |  Shop |  Unsubscribe Powered by StackCommerce 21 Market Street | Venice, CA 90291