Author: Elon Mark

Aging digital infrastructure equipment like routers, network switches, and network-attached storage—has long posed a silent risk to organizations. In the short term, it’s cheaper and easier to just leave those boxes running in a forgotten closet. But this infrastructure may have old, insecure configurations, and legacy tech is often no longer supported by vendors for software patches and other protections. As generative AI platforms make it easier for attackers to find and exploit vulnerabilities in targets’ systems, the network tech company Cisco is launching an effort to raise awareness about the issue and promote improvements—both for ancient Cisco devices and…

The Rhine clean petroleum product (CPP) barge market remained subdued and directionless through the week of 10-14 November. Freight rates stayed flat or softened slightly on Upper Rhine routes, while Lower Rhine destinations held steady. Market sentiment was dominated by weak demand, price volatility in gasoil, and high-water levels that maintained full intakes and prevented any logistical tightening. 1. Freight Rates: Mostly Flat, Softness on Upper Rhine Routes Freight rates showed little variation throughout the week, holding in a narrow band with small downward adjustments primarily on routes south of Koblenz: 10 November: Some light corrections, Duisburg fell by a…

If you’re looking to make the move to an OLED screen, but don’t feel like stomaching the high price tag usually associated with the tech, you might consider the LG B5 OLED. It’s already a great screen at the full price, but Best Buy currently has it marked down to just $600. That’s a significant markdown for this TV, which can typically be found between $1,000 and $1,200.Photograph: Ryan WaniataPhotograph: Ryan WaniataPhotograph: Ryan WaniataPhotograph: Ryan WaniataThe star of the show is LG’s OLED panel, the type typically found on TVs twice the price. If you’re curious why that’s so important,…

The ARA clean petroleum product (CPP) barge market in the week of 10-14 November displayed a mix of strong trading activity, slightly weaker freight rates, and increasing operational stability after months of congestion. While volumes surged early in the week, reaching the highest level since the beginning of October, the freight market itself softened as barge availability improved and blending activity for light ends eased. 1. Freight Rates: Consistent Downward Pressure Through the Week Freight rates drifted lower across nearly all major ARA routes, with middle distillates consistently weakening and light ends undergoing modest corrections: 10 November: Nearly all routes…

In today’s age of increased digitalisation, data matching and automated checks by the Income Tax Department of India, receiving an income tax notice is no longer reserved only for large business taxpayers. Individuals, salaried professionals and small business owners are increasingly seeing notices tied to their returns or filings. However, a notice need not spell trouble – but ignoring it may. In this blog, we walk you through what a tax notice is, the common types you may receive, whether notices for FY 2024-25 have started, how to check if you have one, and how best to respond. What is…

Life is hard, but you know what isn’t? Tempur-Pedic mattresses. This brand’s been around for a long while, which isn’t shocking given the high-quality materials that perform for those that need advanced pressure relief and support. If you’re someone who deals with regular aches and pains, this is a good place to start looking for a new mattress. For those that also want to avoid putting a strain on their budget, now’s a good time to look, as there are several limited-time deals currently running.Save up to $500 at Tempur-Pedic in 2025During the Tempur-Pedic holiday sale, you can save up…

As artificial intelligence (AI) moved from research labs into everyday operations, organizations swiftly began integrating its capabilities into their workflows. According to a McKinsey report, 69 percent of companies began investing in AI before 2024, and 92 percent plan to increase those investments by 2029. Yet, a growing number are being built from the ground up with AI at their core: AI-native businesses. This guide defines what it means to be AI-native, how it differs from integrating AI into existing systems, and the foundational pillars of an AI-native approach. What Does “AI-Native” Mean? In Harvard Business School Online’s AI for…

Making a full Thanksgiving feast for guests can be daunting, for some perhaps even terrifying. The world, and especially Hallmark movies, is full of holiday disaster stories: burnt turkeys, failed desserts, steamed hams. But I’m not bragging when I say that the first Thanksgiving dinner I prepared for my extended family—a little early, this year—was an unmitigated success.My aunt couldn’t stop talking about the black pepper in the biscuits and the sage on the carrots. My uncle went in for the turkey and the apple-sausage stuffing. My father didn’t speak at all, unless prompted. He just ate and ate. This…

Divorce in India is a major financial turning point that can affect your life for years. According to 1 Finance Magazine survey, 51% of divorced men and 84% of divorced women spend over ₹5 lakh on divorce. Moreover 42% of men even had to take loans to cover legal and maintenance costs. Apart from being financially draining, divorce proceedings in India are notoriously lengthy, and can drag over multiple years.  Every month of delay increases the lawyer’s cost, court fees, documentation cost, and sometimes even maintenance obligations This is why it’s more important than ever to get your finances in…

When you flip the Lick around, things look more complicated—especially if you’re new to suction play—but if you take your time to understand these features, you’ll be a happy camper. On this end, you have a suction cup and a tongue-shaped clitoral stimulator. Remove the cup—just a quick twist and it’s off—you can easily access the flicking tongue. The tongue has three speeds that, with a bit of water-based lube, are meant to mimic the sensation of oral sex.It didn’t feel much like oral sex to me, which probably says more about my partners than the Lick, but it felt…