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The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week
Deprogramming the Patriarchy, Metric Pirates, Earwax Types
Mar 1, 2023
Angela Saini, a science journalist and author known for her work on gender and science, dives deep into the complexities of gender equality across different cultures. She shares fascinating historical anecdotes about feminist movements and the origins of patriarchy. The conversation also humorously explores earwax, highlighting its cultural significance and the misconceptions surrounding ear hygiene. Lastly, Saini discusses the evolution of measurement in America, illustrating the quirky challenges of adopting the metric system.
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- The significant number of recent data breaches highlights an urgent need for individuals to improve their online safety and protection of personal information.
- Cultural practices surrounding earwax cleaning reveal diverse attitudes towards hygiene and intimacy, contrasting Western norms with traditions in Asian communities.
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Surge in Data Breaches
2024 has witnessed a significant increase in high-profile data breaches, with over 600 million records compromised between major companies such as UnitedHealth and Ticketmaster. The scale of these breaches has raised alarms, notably a summer incident potentially affecting every American, where 2.9 billion records intended for background checks were stolen and made publicly available for free. This overwhelming vulnerability in the digital realm underscores the urgent need for individuals to protect their personal information. The situation paints a grim picture of online safety, emphasizing the growing risks associated with data security.
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