COVID-19 Is Bringing Back One Of The Oldest And Strangest Fake Cures

Plus, the best of CES 2022.

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. /science FUSION ENERGY IS A REASON TO BE EXCITED ABOUT THE FUTURE Fusion energy is perhaps the longest of long shots. To build a fusion reactor is essentially to create an artificial star. Scientists have been studying the physics of fusion for a century and working to harness the process for decades. It's a technology that could safely provide an immense and steady torrent of electricity, harnessing abundant fuel made from seawater to ignite the same reaction that powers the sun. It would produce no greenhouse gasses and minimal waste compared to conventional energy sources. Vox /lifehack SETAPP'S SUITE OF APPS TRANSFORMED MY PRODUCTIVITY, FINANCES, AND CREATIVITY Like you, I'm constantly trying to find new ways to use my Apple devices. That usually means trying new apps, but it's not always clear which apps are worth installing and which are a waste of time and money. Instead of trying apps haphazardly, there's an option that's been called the "Spotify of Mac apps." Cult of Mac /tech THE BEST OF CES 2022 After watching countless Zoom briefings, sitting through dozens of livestreamed press conferences, and even attending a handful of in-person demos, we're ready to declare these 14 products to be the most interesting things we saw at CES 2022. Wired /wild PET INSURANCE FOR AS LOW AS $10 PER MONTH As pet parents, we want our insurance company to have our backs when something goes wrong with our furry friends — and we definitely don't want to be stuck on the phone for hours. Enter: Lemonade Pet Insurance. This next-gen company collaborated with vets and real-life pet parents to design plans that work the way you need them to. Plus, they have award-winning service and super-fast claims resolution. Plans start as low as $10/month for dogs and cats (and you can craft your coverage yourself), so grab yourself a quote. [Partner] /interior @gmr83 /health COVID-19 IS BRINGING BACK ONE OF THE OLDEST AND STRANGEST FAKE CURES Colloidal silver is a suspension of tiny silver particles in a liquid, taken by mouth, and it has been beloved by the medical fringe for decades. (These days, "nano silver" is also sometimes marketed; the difference is that nano silver products claim to use much smaller silver particles.) Of course, taking it does come with a cosmetically startling risk — your skin could turn permanently blue. Vice /style GET 40% OFF THE COOL, COMFORTABLE, AND SUSTAINABLE WAY TO STAY WARM If you're getting hot and heavy this season, it shouldn't be with your winter coat. Sick of shoving yourself into that uncomfortable, inevitably sweaty puffer? Tired of feeling packed into stiff, shapeless padding every time you step outside? Ditch the overstuffed, outdated outerwear, and treat yourself to a modern, practical parka made to adapt to your lifestyle. Faculty is bringing their game-changing blend of great style, premium performance, and eco-friendly, livable fashion to the frontlines of your wardrobe with the ultimate, everyday layer. Designed for urban winters and outdoor commutes, Faculty's sustainable, recycled-down coats deliver comfortable, lightweight, high-functioning protection from winter's worst. Get 40% off Faculty coats this weekend! The Fascination /story SOME FREAKS LOVE GAZING AT THEMSELVES IN VIDEO MEETINGS, SCIENTISTS FIND Admit it: You've caught yourself checking out your little rectangle in Zoom and Google meetings, haven't you? If you, like this reporter, have fallen victim to Zoom vanity during the COVID-19 pandemic, you're not alone — a new study conducted by Washington State University's Carson College of Business has found that some people actually enjoy looking into their webcam "mirrors." Futurism /posted @florica.alex /bites See how easy and secure password management across all your devices can be with a year's subscription to top-rated LastPass for about $2 a month Learn how to speak a new language in just 3 weeks with Babbel and get 60% off Say goodbye to missed opportunities, double bookings, and the endless back-and-forth between all your calendars THE FUTURIST Advertise |  Talk to Us  |  Shop |  Unsubscribe |  Our Friends @ The Fanny Pack Powered by StackCommerce 21 Market Street | Venice, CA 90291 View this email in your browser