When it comes to securing the vote, officials keep pushing for the latest and supposedly greatest in election technology. According to cryptography experts at the annual RSA conference in San Francisco, that approach might just do more harm than good.
In fact, one warned, when it comes to elections, depending on technology can be “dangerous.” Thankfully, ahead of the 2020 U.S. presidential election, we already have a good (if not perfect) toolset to secure the vote — we just have to choose to use it.
Speaking to a crowd of security industry professionals in the main hall of San Francisco’s Moscone Center Tuesday morning, RSA Data Security founder and current MIT professor Ronald Rivest criticized voting tech like the now infamous Iowa Caucus app. Read more…
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TL;DR: You’ll get eight courses on project and quality management on sale for just $45.99 with this limited time offer.
Unless you’ve seriously never had a job, you’ve probably dipped your toes in project management. After all, pretty much every industry is dependent on managing set projects to completion, and you’ve no doubt had some small role in making that happen. Congratulations.
Yet even if the person two desks over from you is a project manager, it can be tricky to figure out what it is they actually do; and infuriating to find out how much they do it for. Thanks to a somewhat elusive mix of people skills, technical know-how, and psychology, project management is hard and project managers are in-demand. Read more…
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So far in short-lived 2020, Antarctic scientists measured warm waters eating away at the planet’s most threatening glacier, Earth experienced its warmest January in over 140 years of record-keeping, and the Australian Navy rescued 1,000 residents trapped by the nation’s historic, climate-enhanced fires.
Sen. Bernie Sanders has an ambitious, though imperfect, plan to help slash Earth’s skyrocketing carbon emissions. President Donald Trump, meanwhile, appointed a non-climate scientist to the National Security Council who incorrectly claimed Earth’s plants are in dire need of more CO2, directed his administration to officially leave the world’s climate change agreement in November, and got owned by Captain America when he childishly tweeted that the inevitable presence of winter means the planet isn’t warming. Read more…
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Dating when you’re 40 or older can be intimidating — unlike when you’re in your 20s or 30s, you can’t assume everyone your age is single and looking. If you’ve found yourself “on the market” again, it’s important to remember that half of U.S. marriages do end in divorce, so the dating pool isn’t as small as you might think.
Meeting people organically out in public still happens, but sometimes it’s easier and less intimidating to meet people where they are. It’s a comfort in knowing that the people you find on dating apps are single (hopefully) and looking for a romantic relationship, so at least you’re both on the same page. Read more…
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BEST FOR A SERIOUS RELATIONSHIP
Match
Match’s 25 years in the game make its algorithm one of the best.
Free version: Yes
Three months standard plan: $31.99/month
Six months standard plan: $27.99/month
12 months standard plan: $26.65/month
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BEST FOR A LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIP
eharmony
eharmony’s in-depth compatibility quiz will help you find personalized matches who are ready for a committed relationship.
Free version: Yes
Six months premium plan: $29.90/month
12 months premium plan: $19.90/month
24 months premium plan: $13.90/month
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BEST FOR THE LGBTQ COMMUNITY
OkCupid
OKCupid utilizes thought-provoking questions to find compatible matches.
Free version: Yes
One month A-List : $7.95/month
Three months A-List: $6.35/month
Six months A-List: $3.95/month
One month Premium A-List: $24.90/month
Three months Premium A-List: $22.90/month
Six months Premium A-List: $19.90/month
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BEST FOR PEOPLE IN THEIR EARLY 40S
Hinge
Designed to be deleted, Hinge uses prompts and personal information to help you find a successful relationship.
Free version: Yes
One month paid: $12.99/month
Three months paid: $6.99/month
Six months paid: $4.99/month
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BEST FOR THE OVER 50 CROWD
SilverSingles
With a minimum age requirement of 50, SilverSingles caters to a more mature crowd.
Free version: Yes
Three months premium: $44.95/month
Six months premium: $34.95/month
12 months premium: $24.95/month
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BEST FOR CAREER-ORIENTED PEOPLE
Elite Singles
With the majority of users being over 30 with some level of higher education, EliteSingles caters to a more mature audience.
Free version: Yes
Three months paid: $57.95/month
Six months paid: $44.95/month
12 months paid: $31.95/month
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BEST FOR A CASUAL RELATIONSHIP
Tinder
The original swiping app, Tinder helps you find potential relationships or casual hookups.
Free version: Yes
Tinder Plus: $19.99/month
Tinder Gold: $24.98/month
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BEST FOR OUTGOING WOMEN OR SHY MEN
Bumble
Women have to make the first move on Bumble and only have 24 hours to message a match.
Free version: Yes
One week of Boost: $8.99/week
One month of Boost: $24.99/month
Three months of Boost: $16.66/month
Six months of Boost: $13.33/month
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BEST IF YOU DON’T LIKE MAKING SNAP DECISIONS
Zoosk
Zoosk has a “maybe” swiping option and utilizes different forms of matching.
Free version: Yes
One month paid: $29.95/month
Three months paid: $19.98/month
Six months paid: $12.49/month
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BEST FOR TESTING FEATURES WITHOUT PAYING
Plenty of Fish
While Plenty of Fish has some good features in the free version, the site is full of scammers and fake profiles.
Free version: Yes
Three months paid: $12.90/month
Six months paid: $8.50/month
12 months paid: $6.78/month
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WORST “OVER 50” SITE
OurTime
OurTime claims to be the no. 1 dating app for seniors, but you should definitely avoid it.
Amazon will no longer allow third-party merchants to advertise products claiming to treat or cure the coronavirus, CNBC reports.
Misinformation continues to spread on social media, and it appears the same has occurred on one of the world’s most popular e-commerce platforms. The listings target fearful consumers through deceptive language. Sellers describe their cleansers, surgical face masks, and sprays as capable of “killing” the coronavirus and, in some listings, they go as far as name-dropping well-respected agencies such as the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control. Read more…
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Michael Jordan delivered a powerful speech honoring Kobe Bryant at a public event on Monday celebrating the lives of the late Laker, his daughter Gianna, and the seven others who died in a tragic helicopter crash last month.
But Jordan — who sobbed as he spoke about his friend he called a “little brother”— also delivered a bit of levity by joking about the “Crying Jordan” meme that became a viral sensation online in the last decade.
“Now [Kobe’s] got me — I’m going to have to look at another crying meme for the next…” Jordan joked as the crowd erupted in cheers and laughter.
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Everyone knows that packing for travel is a pain. I consistently have to sit on my suitcase to get it to close, and it’s usually due to one thing: My shoes.
I’m guilty of overpacking in general, but especially when it comes to shoes. I just want some travel shoes that’ll go with every outfit, sue me.
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But as any pro travel knows, you should probably only bring around two pairs of shoes with you on each trip — counting the ones you wear on the plane, of course.
That’s easier said than done, though. It all depends on where you’re going. Sometimes, you end up going places where you need a shoe that can withstand a blizzard, but other times, you just need a comfortable pair of lightweight sneakers. Read more…
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BEST ALL-AROUND TRAVEL SHOE
adidas Ultraboost 20 Sneakers
The adidas Ultraboosts are an all-in-one powerhouse, offering comfort and versatility in both style and usage — you can take them almost anywhere.
$180 from Adidas
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BEST AIRPORT SHOE
Allbirds Wool Runners
Running through the airport is already stressful enough, so you might as well be comfortable while doing it — the Allbirds Wool Runners are ultra-cozy and flexible, making it the top pick for air travel.
$95 from Allbirds
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BEST SHOES FOR CITY TRAVEL
Veja V-10 Trainers
It’s always better to shop eco-friendly if you can — the Veja V-10s are sustainably made, comfortable, and they’ll look great no matter what city you find yourself in.
$135 from Amazon
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BEST SHOES FOR BUSINESS TRIPS
Cole Haan OriginalGrand Ultra Wingtip Oxford
Oxford shoes are notoriously uncomfortable, but the Cole Haan OriginalGrands bring both the classic Oxford style and extreme comfort to the table, making it the perfect semi-formal shoe for business travel.
$180 from Cole Haan
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BEST HIKING BOOTS
Danner Mountain Light Boots
Danner’s Mountain Light boots are the epitome of a high-quality hiking boot — they are comfortable, practical, and elicit tons of nostalgia with their heritage aesthetic.
$380 from Amazon
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BEST SANDAL
Birkenstock Arizona Sandals
If you want a sandal that’s more versatile than a flip-flop, Birkenstocks are the obvious next step — they’re super comfortable, and they work with a vast array of outfits.
$125 from Amazon
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BEST SLIP-ON SHOE
Toms Classic Alpargata
Toms are a great, convenient, in-between option for those who want the benefits of both a shoe and a sandal.
$49.95 from Toms
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BEST FOR RAINY/WINTER CLIMATES
Bean Boots by L.L.Bean (Shearling-Lined)
Wet, winter climates demand a versatile boot, and L.L. Bean’s popular duck boots bring it all to the table: Warmth, comfort, and practicality.
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