A Crack Opened In Earth’s Magnetic Field

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TESLA EMPLOYEE ALARMED WHEN THEY ARRIVE AT WORK AND EVERYBODY'S CRYING

Last month, Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced he was cutting ten percent of the company's workforce because he had a "super bad feeling" about the economy. In an essay for Insider, a former worker recalled what it was like to be laid off in the ensuing chaos — and the details aren't pretty. The Byte

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FINALLY, WIRELESS PLANS THAT WON'T BREAK THE BANK

We spend more time on our phones than ever, but your wireless bill doesn't have to reflect that. Leave your pricey provider for Tello, the mobile carrier that offers reliable, budget-friendly plans for individuals and families. With no contracts or fees, you can find a flexible talk, text, and data plan that works for you. Change or cancel your plan at any time. Plus, get free international calls to 60+ countries so you can enjoy chatting with friends and family within the minutes you're already paying for. [Partner]

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35 YEARS AGO, A STAR EXPLODED — NOW, THE WEBB TELESCOPE COULD EXPLAIN WHY

In 1987, the first supernova modern astronomers could actually analyze faded away before their work was done. Now, they can use the James Webb telescope to go back in time — so to speak — and finish what they started. Inverse

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6 TRAVEL HACKS TO TRY FOR YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE

Along with the price of goods, the Bureau of Labor Statistics notes that airline tickets have shot up by 18.6 percent, while the consumer price index for airline tickets skyrocketed to 25 percent. The increasing prices may turn travelers away from crossing off their bucket list destinations, but of course, not all hope is lost. If you've been meaning to scratch that travel itch, there are still ways to save money while exploring the world. Popular Science

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A CRACK OPENED IN EARTH'S MAGNETIC FIELD — AND STAYED OPEN FOR 14 HOURS

Last Thursday, a crack opened in Earth's magnetic field and stayed open for nearly 14 hours, allowing Vecna and his minions through from the Upside Down. OK, perhaps not that last bit, but it did allow some powerful solar winds to pour through the hole, creating a geomagnetic storm that sparked some pretty epic aurora. IFLScience

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FALL ASLEEP FASTER AND DEEPER WITH THIS CALMING DEVICE

Do you find yourself tossing and turning every time you climb into bed? Ignoring your phone and turning off the TV before you snooze can only get you so far. You may need a tech-based approach to help you catch those much-needed Zs instead. The Dodow Sleep Aid Device may be able to help you slumber the way you've been dreaming of. Learn to fall asleep naturally and go from someone who takes around an hour to fall asleep to someone who needs less than 30 minutes on average, all without any medication or expensive sleep studies. Calm your busy mind and achieve synchronization with Dodow. You'll be out like a light in no time. Amazon

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TEXAS' FRAGILE GRID ISN'T READY FOR CRYPTO MINING'S EXPLOSIVE GROWTH

Texas is known for a lot of things. Barbecue. Horses. Being big. They are also known for a very fragile power grid that left the state in the ice age in 2021. To top it off, crypto mining — notorious for the amount of power it uses — is growing in the state. And, you guessed it, people are scared it is going to help take down their power grid once again. The Verge

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