Jody Serrano

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In rural Washington, two giant refrigeration towers nearly 500 feet tall flank what appears to be a nuclear power plant. However, it’s actually NWAA Labs’ acoustic laboratory, one of the quietest buildings on the planet. An abandoned nuclear power plant. The laboratory was built upon the vestiges of a huge project—the Satsop Nuclear Power Plant in Elma, Washington—that never saw the light of the day.

1 week ago | xatakaon.com | Jody Serrano

Cases of diarrhea and vomit across the seas may become more common in the future, at least on cruise ships that dock at U.S. ports. Cuts by the Trump administration have gutted the government’s Vessel Sanitation Program, which is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The layoffs come amid a rising level of gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on the ships under its jurisdiction. The cuts.

1 week ago | xatakaon.com | Jody Serrano

As many already know, the days of TVs being simple devices are over. Not only can TVs connect to your phone and browse the Internet for you, but they can also provide very different viewing experiences depending on the technology that powers them. We’re going to break down three concepts related to smart TVs that will help you better understand the device in your living room: WebOS, AMOLED, and POLED.

1 week ago | xatakaon.com | Jody Serrano

The world’s first sperm race will take place before a live audience of 5,000 in Los Angeles next week. Ironically, even though thousands of spectators are expected for the match-up, they won’t be able to actually see the participants without a microscope. The world’s first sperm race. It’s just what it sounds like: a race between sperm.

1 week ago | xatakaon.com | Jody Serrano

Every year, more and more people are opting to say goodbye to their cable box. While the idea is straightforward, there are important things to consider before you take the plunge. For instance, what channels can you absolutely not live without? Do you want to be able to watch live sports? Here’s what you need to consider when cutting the cable cord in 2025. What Does It Mean to Cut the Cable Cord? Before we go any further, I feel like I should be clear on what I mean by cutting the cord.