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Perhaps his most notable achievement, however, is the invention of gaffer tape. If you’re a photographer, videographer, musician, actor, or pretty much any other role involved in creative productions, you’ve almost certainly come in contact with gaffer tape. Named after the chief electrician on a movie or TV set, gaffer tape shares its lineage with the more common duct tape. Lowell introduced gaffer tape in 1959. He used the adhesive from a Johnson & Johnson tape called Permacel, and backed it with a fabric material instead of plastic like duct tape....

They’ve developed a vaccine that could block the opioid high altogether, and eradicate the patient’s desire to seek it. The research was published yesterday in the journal Angewandte Chemie. In the study, the researchers worked with the drug fentanyl, an opioid sold in strong doses on the street and responsible for an uptick in overdoses. The researchers slightly modified the contents of a fentanyl molecule while keeping its structure intact so that the immune system would recognize it....

“These products are being recalled because a small percentage of bottles (less than 1%) in the recalled lots have bottle caps that may not have sealed completely, which could result in spoilage. If spoiled product is consumed, gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting may occur,” the company said in its statement to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). If the formula bottles aren’t properly sealed, it could spoil and cause babies to develop painful gastrointestinal symptoms (diarrhea and vomiting), according to Abbot....

Those streaming catalogs cover most needs, but many of us might still have digital music files stashed on our devices. Think rare b-sides, live albums, music from local bands who haven’t yet hit Spotify, obscure cover versions and so on—and that’s before you get to the artists who haven’t signed up for streaming music at all. You don’t have to keep them separate: most streaming music apps can also play local audio files directly from your hard drive, giving you a huge catalog of music to play whenever you want, plus the ability to complete your library with hand-picked tracks you’ve gathered over the years....

Apple Watch Series 8 $349 (was $399) If you have been eyeing the new Apple Watch Series 8, you can currently save $50 off the regular price for both the 41mm and 45mm versions in white or black. This is the first big discount we have seen on this new model and these typically sell out quickly so don’t hesitate if you’re looking to get one. The 41mm model will cost you $349 and the larger 45mm version checks in at $379....

The concept is fantastical: Tall yet compact structures brimming with windows, and from those windows robots merrily delivering packages. Some are boxy towers, others fanciful hive-shapes. All are framed as a hedge against zoning laws, a way to put a high-density warehouse in the middle of a city, for fast delivery directly to customers. “Fulfillment centers are typically large-volume single-floor warehouse buildings used to temporarily store items prior to shipment to customers,” reads the patent, “Often, due to their large footprint, these buildings are located on the outskirts of cities where space is available to accommodate these large buildings....

Loans reportedly will range between $10,000 and $250,000 with up to five-year repayment terms, and are subject via Lendistry to an origination fee of up to 3 percent, with APR generally between 8 and 11.99 percent. Those rates aren’t exactly the best compared to industry averages, which range between 2.5 and 8 percent. The availability of “interest-only” loan options may raise financial red flags for some—as Investopedia explains, “these loans are best for sophisticated borrowers who fully understand how they work and what risks they’re taking....

What is the Anker 757 PowerHouse? The largest member of Anker’s generator-sized PowerHouse charging stations, the Anker 757 is a big but sleek and surprisingly stylish portable generator. Measuring 18.22 x 9.34 x 11.34 inches (WDH) and weighing in at 43.9 pounds, it isn’t light … but it also isn’t prohibitively heavy. Sturdy built-in handles and a wide, easy-to-read display make it relatively easy to manage, whether you need to lug it around or simply monitor usage over the course of a trip....

Here’s a running list of commentary, specs, and facts from the presentation. And if you’re just curious about the price of the new iPhones (which is probably how you ended up here from Google in the first place), just look at the picture above. We’ll get some hands-on time with the new devices soon, but here’s a recap to hold you over. iPhone Xs and Xs Max With the Apple Watch heart attack detector talk out of the way, it’s time to dig into what is “by far the most advanced iPhone we have ever created” according to Cook....

Astronomers and planetary scientists have discovered nearly 5,000 exoplanets so far, but all were found within the confines of our own Milky Way galaxy. The new discovery is the first to detect and place a planetary body in an entirely different galaxy—a feat achieved by using NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory telescope to observe “transit,” when a planet passes in front of a star and blocks its rays. The findings were published this week in Nature Astronomy....

Of course it is. Audeze’ planar magnetic drivers produce a cleaner sound in and out of games. The headset also offers a host of advanced surround sound features, such as 3D audio—virtual surround sound where you can also hear things “above” and “below”—and head-tracking technology, so your surround sound maintains directionality when you turn your head. These features aren’t unique anymore, but the Audeze Mobius’ incredible quality still makes it an incredible PC gaming headset if you’re looking to splurge....

This dispenser is sleek, easy to use, and great for any kitchen or bathroom in your home. It can hold 10.25 ounces of liquid soap so you’ll rarely have to refill. All you need to get this little guy up and running is four AAA batteries and your favorite hand soap. It is equipped with a state of the art, hyper-sensitive infrared sensor, so all you have to do is hold your hand under the nozzle and it will dispense 1 milliliter of soap....

He even cursed earlier this year in a NSFW Amy Schumer sketch where he explains the universe. So it should come as no surprise that a new, badass Bill Nye meme is taking the internet by storm and IT. IS. AWESOME. It started when reddit user Chipper_chap posted this picture in the Photoshop Battle subreddit. The image is a still from a National Geographic special called “Bill Nye’s Global Meltdown,” where Nye goes through the “five stages of climate change grief....

In the experiment, University of Maryland scientists successfully teleported quantum information between two ytterbium ions suspended in special isolation traps. The scientists suspended the ions in special traps a meter apart, which then “saved” quantum data. “It has been done before with single photons, which are really fast but very hard to store,” said Peter Maunz, a research associate and author on the paper, “But now we’ve done it with matter, now we can store information....

Here are the best bedside lights with smart features designed to help us establish healthy routines currently on the market. Most features: Hatch Restore Marketed as a “sleep assistant,” this bedside light and clock is a great option when you want lots of smart features. This device requires Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and can be controlled with buttons on the device or through an app on your smartphone. The bedside light syncs with the sunrise and sunset adjusting light levels to support the body’s circadian rhythm and cortisol levels....

Smog levels are actually lower now than they were last week when particulate matter in the air reached 35 times the safe limit. Then colder weather briefly whisked the smog away, but now it’s returned. The Chinese government has been notoriously reluctant to issue the highest level of alert, a move that can dramatically slow down the city’s commerce, transportation and other services. Other cities in China have issued red alerts in the past....

Best bathroom scale overall: Fitbit Aria 2 WiFi Smart ScaleBest mobile-integrated bathroom scale: FitTrack Dara Smart BMI Digital ScaleBest to monitor heart rate: Wyze Smart ScaleBest sleek bathroom scale: Fitbit Aria Air Smart ScaleBest for families: Etekcity Scale for Body WeightBest budget bathroom scale: RENPHO Body Fat Scale Things to keep in mind when looking for the best bathroom scale The best bathroom scales let you check many important health metrics without visiting the doctor’s office....

CBD is used all over the world, and, in fact, has become one of the most popular personal care products on the market today. Experts predict the CBD industry can generate around $20 billion in revenue by 2025, but why all the hype? What good is CBD, and what does it do for pets? How CBD helps arthritis in dogs Arthritis is a common medical condition, especially in larger dog breeds....

Best Collapsible Water Bottle and Bowl: lesotc Dog Travel Water Bottle Best Modern Design: MalsiPree Dog Water Bottle Best Pet Water Bottle with Filter: PETKIT Dog Water BottleBest on a Budget: H2O4K9 Stainless Steel K9 Water Bottle What is the best dog water bottle type? If you’re new to the dog water bottle market, it’s important to consider what to look for in a dog supplies. You don’t want to simply buy the first one that looks decent or is listed at a low price point, since that water dispenser could break easily, or the materials may not be ideal for your dog’s health....

The best electric toothbrushes may have a few extra features like power settings, pulse settings, or smart features that measure bristle pressure. Models that include a travel case can be taken on the road. We’ll guide you through electric toothbrush basics. Plus, we’ve got recommendations galore for the best on the market. Best overall: Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 6100 Electric ToothbrushBest water flosser combo: Waterpik Sonic-Fusion Professional Flossing Electric ToothbrushBest for kids: quip Kids Electric ToothbrushBest for braces: Oral-B Pro 1000 CrossAction Electric ToothbrushBest affordable: Gleem Battery Power Electric Toothbrush...