The three staple crops that dominate the modern diet—corn, rice, and wheat—are familiar to Americans. The fourth place, however, is occupied by an outsider: cassava. Although cassava is virtually unknown in temperate climates, it is an important food source in the tropics. It was domesticated 10,000 years ago on the southern edge of the Amazon … Read more
The three staple crops that dominate the modern diet—corn, rice, and wheat—are familiar to Americans. The fourth place, however, is occupied by an outsider: cassava. Although cassava is virtually unknown in temperate climates, it is an important food source in the tropics. It was domesticated 10,000 years ago on the southern edge of the Amazon … Read more
This summer has been a scorcher, and it doesn’t seem to be letting up anytime soon. And while you might want to avoid the sticky, sweaty weather altogether and stay inside with the air conditioning blasting, that’s not really the reality (or, let’s be honest, not great for your wallet). But there are other ways … Read more
You knew the pen was mightier than the sword. Now it’s time for the keyboard. The Kindle Scribe is Amazon’s first e-reader with a stylus, allowing you to write directly on the e-ink screen. (In your face, paper!) You can add handwritten digital “sticky notes” to books, mark up PDFs, and create all sorts of … Read more
That back-to-school feeling in the air will be there before you know it. And even if you’re not a student, doesn’t the idea of getting organized for fresh new adventures sound great? Prime Day is just around the corner, and in addition to gadgets and gizmos galore, we’ve spotted a ton of backpacks from top … Read more
Amazon Prime Day Tech Deals: 15+ Must-See Early Discounts on Kindle, Beats, Roku, and More If you’re looking for the best Prime Day tech deals from Amazon, we’ve got you covered. TVLine has rounded up 15 of the best early tech deals yet, for those little gadgets you never buy (but always do) need) to … Read more
A number of items sold online and in popular high street stores have been recalled this week over concerns they could pose health and safety risks. The products include a number of buoyancy aids and life jackets sold on Amazon, as well as food items from Aldi, Morrisons and Tesco, including chicken kebabs and chocolate … Read more
Mornings can be unpredictable, whether you accidentally sleep through your alarm or discover that there’s (surprise!) even more traffic than usual on your commute. One thing that is within your control? Enjoy perfect golden toast for breakfast, as long as you have the right toaster. In terms of consistency, the Whall Four-Slice Toaster earned high … Read more
They are building data centers pretty much everywhere these days. The vast, windowless buildings are the physical engines of the internet and the cloud; there are more now under construction than ever before, and the The new breed is bigger and hungrier. A typical center used to consume 10 megawatts of electricity; now they are … Read more
Fashion and beauty are starting to make peace with Amazon. From Coach to Clinique, premium brands that once kept their distance are now turning to the platform. The most recent is Kiehl’s Since 1851, which launched on Amazon on Thursday. More from WWD The shift marks a recognition of two fundamental truths: that there are … Read more