These days about one in three bites of food you eat wouldn’t be possible without commercial bee pollination. And the economic value of insect pollination worldwide is estimated to be about $217 billion. But as important as bees have become for farming, there’s also increasing signs that bees are in trouble. In the decade-plus since the first cases of Colony Collapse Disorder were reported, bees are still dying in record numbers, and important questions remain unanswered. On this new miniseries, host Adam Allington and environment reporters David Schultz and Tiffany Stecker travel to all corners of the honeybee ecosystem from Washington, D.C., to the California almond fields, and orchards of the upper Midwest to find answers to these questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With unveil(2), an obscure filesystem use could lock the kernel. A source code patch exists which remedies this problem.

To drive enterprise-wide machine learning solutions, the fully remote Machine Learning Platform Lead will architect, build, and scale core platforms while providing technical leadership across ML infrastructure, MLOps automation, and model deployment systems. Key Responsibilities Serve as the technical lead for ML platform architecture, ensuring system design, scalability, performance, and reliability Architect and build core ML platform services, including training infrastructure, feature stores, and data pipelines Design and implement robust MLOps pipelines for experiment tracking, model versioning, and automated retraining Required Qualifications Extensive experience in ML engineering, platform engineering, or large-scale distributed systems Deep hands-on expertise with MLOps tools, ML frameworks, and ML lifecycle automation Strong proficiency in Python and backend development for machine learning systems Experience with cloud platforms and ML services, including Azure ML Studio, AWS SageMaker, or Google Vertex AI Solid knowledge of system design, APIs, data pipelines, and scalable ML infrastructure patterns

China is front and center in the news again, thanks to the trade negotiations, as well as the National People's Congress, during which the government said it would target GDP growth between 6 and 6.5 percent. Brad Setser of the Council on Foreign Relations joins us to talk about both of these topics, and how they played alongside each other.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transforming data into actionable insights, the full-time remote Statistical & Claim Data Support Analyst will ensure the accuracy of statistical and claims data reporting, collaborate with carrier partners, and drive process improvements to support business decisions. Key responsibilities Analyze and resolve errors and data inquiries from Carrier Partners, ensuring timely reporting Research data issues from monthly statistical feeds and implement necessary corrections Respond to inquiries regarding statistical processing and set up reporting instances in the claims reporting system Required qualifications High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience One year of experience in statistical reporting Comprehensive knowledge of claim system functions and client information Effective customer relations and analytical skills Ability to work accurately with attention to detail

A race in IPv6 duplicate address detection could corrupt kernel memory. A source code patch exists which remedies this problem.

Walking may be free, but a thru-hike is decidedly expensive: Some Pacific Crest Trail trekkers run up a bill north of $10,000 during a months-long hike. That cost, plus the need to take off work for half a year, presents massive barriers to many would-be thru-hikers. Seattleite Geoff Burg knows this—and he wants to help. With fellow Washington hikers Keya Gillenwater and Madelyn Scherrer, Burg launched the Pacific Crest Trail Grant in 2025 to award $5,000 to a Washington-based hiker with dreams of completing the trail. Making the PCT a financial possibility Burg’s connection to the PCT goes back a decade. The attorney was hiking with his kids near Stevens Pass in 2016 when he came across some hikers in distress. Burg volunteered to drive the duo, a pair of PCT thru-hikers in their 60s, into town for medical supplies, then offered them a place to stay in his family’s home. The couple told Burg all about their thru-hike and ultralight philosophy—and the encounter stuck with him. Over the next several years, Burg chipped away at a section hike of the Washington segment of the PCT. He fell in love with being on the trail, alone or with his kids, and with the greater hiking community around it. Several years later, a conversation with his massage therapist sparked the idea of a scholarship. Well established in his career, and with experience as an advisor for a youth outdoor leadership program, Burg was in a position to help others achieve their long trail dreams. “We give scholarships for football and baseball and everything else,” he says. “Why not for hiking?” So he connected with former mentees Gillenwater and Scherrer, a PCT alum, and formed a committee. The grant would offer financial support to a young Washingtonian hoping to complete the long trail. Burg especially wanted to support young hikers with a financial need; applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 33, with strong ties to Washington state. They should also be able to demonstrate past backpacking experience, which Burg hopes will improve the recipient’s chances of succeeding on a thru-hike and paying the experience forward through volunteer projects like youth outreach or LNT education. Grant recipients who meet that criteria are chosen via a lottery, and must stay in touch with the grant committee during their hikes. Burg emphasizes that the process is not merit-based. “We already have a community of people that can do this or who want to do this, but within that broader community, there’s so many people that can’t afford it,” he says. A ‘lifeline’ for recipients Thirty-two-year-old Seattleite Kayla Provost was the grant’s first recipient. She completed her trek in September 2026, and says she couldn’t have finished the thru-hike without the financial support. Provost had previously worked as a naturalist guide and, as a Washington resident, felt deeply connected to the Cascades. After losing her mom a few years prior, Provost felt compelled to change her lifestyle. She felt called to the PCT, but financial hurdles posed challenges. After searching “grants for thru-hiking” online, Provost stumbled across a Reddit post about the PCT Grant. “The grant was truly a lifeline for me,” she says. “Beyond the financial support, the monthly check-ins with the grant committee gave me a sense of accountability and reminded me I had people cheering me on.” She says the experience redoubled her desire to facilitate outdoor experiences for other people. “It is incredibly powerful to make a choice, trust yourself enough to follow through, and learn to be comfortable with the uncomfortable,” she says. “The trail offered me a deep sense of confidence, gratitude, and trust in my own ability to navigate the unknown.” The grant will fund its second thru-hiker in 2027. Through donations, Burg hopes to grow the program into a self-sustaining fund to support more hikers on more trails. Applications for prospective 2027 PCT thru-hikers are currently open. Washingtonians who meet the criteria can apply by January 31. The post Calling Washington Backpackers: This $5,000 Grant Could Fund Your PCT Thru-Hike appeared first on Backpacker.

Fire Angels FREE by Eric H. Heisner: Soaring through smoke-filled skies to douse the flames... Former stunt pilot, Flynn Russell, has found his calling - flying low and slow over wildfires. Diving into battle, the burn is just his speed. This book is Free on November 11, 2026 Kindle Bon Echo and The Competition FREE by Colette Bos: Academic rivals in a high-stakes game. Can they save a changing world without losing their hearts? This smart, clean YA sci-fi features a sweet slow-burn romance, hidden histories, and a bond that could alter the future. Over 100 5-star reviews! Download for FREE on Kindle Unlimited now, and get the exclusive prequel novella inside! This book is Free on November 11, 2026 Kindle An Odd Bird (Of the Wing Book 1) FREE by P.K. Butler: Claire is swept into a mystical woodland adventure when seeking the source of her strange ability to attract wild birds. Says BlueInk Review, "The story is utterly immersive." Says Kirkus Review, "... a story combining ecological awareness with mysticism, the themes nicely linked by the mythic role of birds as spiritual messengers" (Book 1 of 3). This book is Free on November 11, 2026 Kindle Are these books no longer free? Sign up for our email and never miss a free book again!

A race in IPv6 duplicate address detection could corrupt kernel memory. A source code patch exists which remedies this problem.

Managing escalated issues related to residential, commercial, large loss, and complex claims, the full-time Complex Property Claims Specialist will handle workmanship and warranty claims in a remote environment. Key responsibilities Manage escalated property claims, ensuring effective resolution of complex issues Collaborate with internal teams and service providers to streamline the claims process Analyze and assess claims for accuracy and compliance with company policies Required qualifications Proven experience in handling complex property claims Strong understanding of residential and commercial insurance policies Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment Experience with workmanship and warranty claims Familiarity with claims management software and processes

Famous, unique pieces of art are inherently illiquid. They don't sell very often, and pricing is inherently difficult to estimate. Nonetheless, it's a huge business, and investors have been attempting for a long time to turn art into a proper asset class. On this week's podcast, we speak to Margaret Carrigan, an editor at The Art Newspaper, about how investors are attempting to financialize the art world via the use of guaranteed prices at auction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The FDA has authorized 24 Velo nicotine pouches from BAT, all at 4 mg in child-resistant packaging, bringing the total of authorized pouches to 67.

Owning a portfolio of client accounts, the full-time Client Success Coordinator will deliver exceptional client experiences, manage campaign coordination, and drive account growth in a remote environment. Key responsibilities Serve as the primary contact for clients, understanding their business objectives and leading regular communications Proactively identify opportunities for account retention and growth, maintaining detailed account plans Coordinate campaign onboarding and delivery, ensuring all materials and requirements are organized and documented Required qualifications 2+ years of experience in client success, account management, or a related client-facing role Proven track record of managing client relationships and contributing to account growth Experience with Salesforce or another CRM for account management Familiarity with B2B marketing programs such as lead generation and content syndication Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines effectively

If you lived in NYC a few decades ago, you probably have heard of Crazy Eddie, an electronics retailer that was famous for its outlandish ads on TV. What most people didn't know until after it went public, is that the company was built on financial fraud. In this week's episode of the Odd Lots podcast, we speak with its former CFO Sam Antar about the company's shenanigans, and how it all came undone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this new show from Bloomberg, hosts Francesca Levy and Rebecca Greenfield navigate the productivity industry by way of their own experiences. In each episode, one of the two becomes a human guinea pig as she tries to solve a specific work-related problem. Using the advice of so-called productivity experts, the duo tackles obstacles like ineffective to-do lists, overflowing inboxes and unruly meetings. Follow along with their attempts, insights and missteps, and maybe find a solution that will work for you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m working with a single workbook that captures two years of sales activity. While most of the data is usable, I still run into the odd duplicate, a handful of blanks, and the occasional product or customer name that’s been typed two different ways... (Budget: ₹12500 - ₹37500 INR, Jobs: Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Data Management, Data Processing, Data Visualization, Excel, Visual Basic)

In Brief AI is disrupting traditional entry-level technology careers, making continuous learning and skill development increasingly important. LaunchCode and Per Scholas are adapting through employer partnerships, flexible training and ongoing education for alumni. Higher education can broaden AI-driven opportunity by combining technical training, durable skills and innovative learning. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the workforce, raising important questions about how education can prepare people for an evolving job market. Jason Jabbari, an associate professor at the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis, offers some ideas. Jabbari He argues that education must combine up-to-date technical training with durable skills such as critical thinking, adaptability and collaboration to help workers succeed in an increasingly AI-driven economy. Jabbari is a co-author of a recent book chapter, “Rethinking Human Capital Development in the Age of AI,” which examines how workforce training organizations are adapting to AI. He studies how policies, programs and practices can strengthen human capital and promote social mobility. The chapter is in a book called “Learning Curves: Rethinking Education from Classrooms to Careers in an AI-driven World,” published in October by Wiley. How is AI changing the path into technology careers, and what does that mean for economic mobility?The rate of change is fast. Experienced workers are using AI to perform tasks that would normally go to new workers, and some coding tasks are becoming less essential. Even though fundamental knowledge is what allows people to use technology tools well, there is probably some truth to the idea that the most common computer science language is now English. At the same time, workers also need to know how to incorporate AI into their workflows, and because AI is a general-purpose technology, this likely won’t be confined to technology sectors. Thus, if coding is an early indicator of future labor market trends, economic mobility will probably require learning new skills quickly, and learning more advanced skills earlier, whether formally or informally. In the chapter, you examine the processes by which LaunchCode and Per Scholas, two leading education providers in technology, are adapting to keep pace with an increasingly AI-driven labor market. What are LaunchCode and Per Scholas doing differently? Both organizations work directly with employers, which allows signals about in-demand skills to reach their programs much quicker than in traditional education. Per Scholas has started serving as an upskiller as well as an initial skill provider, offering alumni courses so that previous graduates can keep up with new labor market demands. LaunchCode is focused on broad access through its Hire Human initiative, which works to match people to roles where they can use AI to be more efficient rather than be replaced by it. In essence, both are shortening the feedback loop between what employers need and what students learn. If technical skills have a shorter shelf life, what should students learn?Students need to learn how to learn new things. As LaunchCode describes it, students don’t just learn to code; they learn how to learn how to code. Technical skills are still important for getting one’s first job, but current technical skills may soon be replaced by more advanced technical skills. Durable skills, such as adaptability and a growth mindset, may be what allow workers to keep learning the next set of technical skills. How can higher education help make sure AI expands opportunity, rather than inequality?Now is a good time to innovate because AI is influencing both how we teach and what we teach, and these two can work in tandem. For example, AI can be used to personalize learning in a way that ties directly to an individual student’s career aspirations. Traditional institutions have the infrastructure to scale, while organizations like LaunchCode and Per Scholas have shown how to adapt quickly through employer partnerships, shorter training and alumni upskilling. If higher education can bring these together, it can help develop human capital broadly instead of letting much of the gains from AI go to people who are already most advantaged. The post Preparing workers for the age of AI appeared first on The Source.

Despite support from 26 countries, Malta blocked the EU tobacco, e-liquid and nicotine pouch tax reform at the November 9 Ecofin. Next attempt: December 11.

TCP SACK packets could crash the kernel remotely. A source code patch exists which remedies this problem.

Every day, people are bombarded with predictions of what will happen in the future. In recent months, talk of 'inflection points' in the markets has heated up, and the possibility of the U.S. economic expansion, now the longest in history, coming to an end is being actively discussed. But how do we know if such predictions are good ones? And how can we learn to be better forecasters ourselves? On this week's episode of the Odd Lots podcast, we talk to Philip Tetlock, the Leonore Annenberg University Professor of Psychology and Management at the University of Pennsylvania, and the author of numerous books and papers on the topic of predictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.