Alan Turing and the Power of Negative Thinking

The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine.Algorithms have become ubiquitous. They optimize our commutes, process payments, and coordinate the flow of internet traffic. It seems that for every problem that can be articulated in precise mathematical terms, there’s an algorithm that can solve it, at least in principle.But that’s not the case—some

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Study reveals food handlers contributed to norovirus outbreaks

The role of infected food handlers in two norovirus outbreaks in Spain has been highlighted recently by researchers. Two gastroenteritis outbreaks occurred a week apart in the same facility in Lleida, Spain, in 2018. The most frequent symptoms were abdominal pain, vomiting, and nausea. The first outbreak was associated with salad consumption and the second with

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New 60-minute Starbucks WiFi time limit has customers frustrated
M. Curtis McCoy

New 60-minute Starbucks WiFi Time Limit – What It Means for Customers & Baristas

Picture this: you’re sipping your meticulously crafted venti caramel macchiato at your local Starbucks. Your laptop is open, and you’re in the zone, hammering out that proposal due by EOD. But just as you hit a groove, your WiFi suddenly disconnects. Boom. Welcome to the new norm at Starbucks—a 60-minute Starbucks WiFi time limit. New 60-minute Starbucks WiFi Time Limit In today’s fast-paced world, where coffee shops often double as informal meeting places and remote offices, uninterrupted WiFi is gold. This article explores how the new 60-minute Starbucks WiFi time limit policy affects professionals, freelancers, and entrepreneurs while offering strategies to stay ahead of the curve. So, is the coffee giant losing its shine as the go-to spot for your work needs? Stick around to find out. The Policy Change Starbucks, synonymous with fast and reliable WiFi, is breaking with tradition to discourage patrons from overstaying their welcome. It’s not

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Built-to-Rent Housing Filling In Gaps Between Major Metros

The pattern shows up in many areas of the country: development activity fills in between two metropolitan areas, typically along one or more highways that connect them. Orlando to Tampa along I-4 is another prime example, and there are dozens more around the country. From New Braunfels to San Marcos, as well as closer-in suburbs

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