Today — this 86,400 seconds — is Weights and Measures Day. Though it may sound rather geeky, the study of measurement can be a fascinating endeavor. Humans have been measuring things since they and things existed. It helps us order our world and standardize our interactions. It allows a recognized base point from which we …read more.

Ride sharing service Uber will add a new security measure for users in Chicago in the next few months. A panic button will now be available, allowing riders to alert police directly from Uber’s mobile app if they feel they are in a threatening situation. The initiative comes after two Chicago Uber drivers were charged …read more.