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A house in the mountains near Brisbane by Atelier Chen Hung is a contemporary and generous take on the picturesqueThis project was commended in the 2024 AR House awards. Read about the full shortlist hereThe Blackall Range is formed out of dormant volcanoes, articulated by deep ridges carved from millennia of cascading water. There are three small towns dotted along the ridge line of the mountain range: Maleny, Montville and Mapleton. On the eastern escarpment of Mapleton, a zincclad house sits nestled in its terrain.Reaping the rewards of a subtropical climate with relatively high rainfalls, the Blackall Range was historically used for growing various crops, especially bananas and pineapples. Neighbours and longterm residents have affectionately likened the house by Atelier Chen Hung to the gabled, Zincalumeclad banana packing sheds that once populated the region. The house proposes a new architectural picturesque: a resistance to symmetry; a strong connection between the building and the natural landscape; and an architectural form reminiscent of another time.The traditional custodians of the unceded lands that the house now occupies, the Gubbi Gubbi people, maintain important connections to this ancient landscape. The two mountains that feature in the view from the house are Mount Ninderry and Mount Coolum. The Gubbi Gubbi people tell a story of a feud between Ninderry and Coolum over a woman named Maroochy; Ninderry knocked off Coolums head and was turned into stone as punishment. A grieving Maroochy fled to the Blackall Range and her tears flooded down, creating the Maroochy River. Designing the house was not merely about capturing a view but, as architect Melody Chen describes, orienting the house around lines of refuge and prospecting.An obvious form for a house on this site would have been an elevated volume with the longest edge of the building facing towards the view. The architects have challenged this response and shaped the house to engage with the site in every possible way. The act of rotating the form, so that the longest side of the building faces north (as is desirable in Australia) achieves many things in one stroke of brilliance. A short side facing east maintains views from the internal living spaces as well as the outdoor areas around the house the entry garden, the external courtyard and deck between the garage and the house.This move also means that the view of the landscape is not blocked from the street, allowing pedestrians to catch a glimpse of the scenery beyond, framed in the opening between the house and the garage. The house is also skewed away from a public stairway running down one of its sides, generating a view cone for pedestrians to enjoy as they descend the steep site. As architect James Hung points out, there are no fences that bound the site; it is a house that seeks to engage with its context and democratises access to the view. There is a generosity in this gesture, supported and promoted by the client, to maintain public access to the view of the coastline, Mount Ninderry and Mount Coolum.Sinking the house into the site is a response to several conditions. It provides acoustic retreat from the busy main road, while also navigating the terrain to support the clients desire for an accessible dwelling a second storey with steep stairs would have betrayed this requirement. In early conversations between architect and client, they collectively identified Step House (2001) by Tezuka Architects as a key reference. Both Step House and Mapleton House enjoy views from each internal space over the Pacific Ocean, albeit in very different contexts. While Step House plays with a parallelogram volume cascading across the site, Mapleton House folds out like tented bellows towards the view through a trapezoidal prism. Descending from the entrance, past the kitchen into the living room and out to the deck, the view is revealed dynamically as the space expands both vertically and horizontally.The house offers various places for comfort and patterns for inhabitation. The timber deck organises the site, negotiating the connection between inside and out, framing the view and acting as the central node for navigating the house. It is partially sheltered from the easterly winds by the skewed form of the house, increasing the surface area of the building that faces over the escarpment and distributing the wind forces, acting as a windbreak.The covered outdoor space situated at the heart of the plan opens to the deck to the north to allow in daylight. In the cooler seasons, this outdoor room allows for passive solar heat gain deep into the interior. In summer, it can be enclosed by meshed sliding screens that promote natural ventilation and evaporative cooling, while providing privacy and security. An outdoor room like this is often used in hot and humid climates and can be traced to southeastern states of the US, where it is known as a dogtrot; it is known colloquially in Australia as a possum trot. Atelier Chen Hung have experimented with outdoor rooms like this in previous houses, including their first the Keperra House in 2012.Spaces are demarcated by stepped platforms and separated by centrally organised service spaces for storage and ablutions, which organise the plan along an axis that separates more public spaces to the north from private spaces along the southern side of the house. For now, the plan facilitates one bedroom and an office space; future uses could see the office used as a second bedroom, which even has its own entry. The plan accommodates several circulation paths and points of entry, creating varied opportunities for occupation. Hung suggests that it could even be a regional art gallery one day.Town planning requirements included restrictions on the roof form, favouring hipped or gabled roofs. The pitch of the roof is perpendicular to the long edge of the building, which does two things: it elevates the highest point of the roof over the central outdoor room; and it provides expression to the southern facade, which faces the public stairway and has fewer openings for privacy reasons. Planning restrictions also placed limitations on colour Hung describes the options as grey, grey or grey. The decision to use zinc cladding, rather than locally popular Zincalume, complied with this requirement but also contributes to reducing the carbon footprint of the house because zinc has a longer material lifespan and requires a less intense process for recycling and reuse than alloy metals.The cladding system applied to Mapleton House involves a simple clipping mechanism, meaning that panels can be replaced and repaired as needed. There are no excess cappings or flashings that may require replacement over time. The mellow grey of the cladding also responds to its context, blending in like a watercolour wash to the view beyond, where the ocean meets the sky. There is a careful approach to material selection inside the house too; internal walls are lined in boards of silver ash timber, sourced from farnorth Queensland, which meet ply sheets at a datum line set out from door and window openings. The woods colour complements the sandstone steps that connect the levels.Mapleton House is a lesson in how to take away to give back, preserving views that can be enjoyed by many. The house rests lightly in its site, in terms of both environmental and social impact, carefully curating a view instead of boastfully monopolising it. The efficient plan, its connection to an ancient landscape, formal and material hints to an agricultural past, and its openness to varied forms of inhabitation, all contribute to a new and sitespecific reading of the picturesque.2024-12-16Reuben J BrownShare AR December 2024/January 2025Good rooms + AR HouseBuy Now

We have witnessed an undeniable backlash against sustainability this year.Despite the news cycle being awash with coverage of the dire consequences of climate change, environmental advocates have struggled to make the case for a sustainable transition in 2024.In some parts of the world, politicians have weaponised action on the environment, pedalling the misconception that sustainability is expensive, burdensome, and a threat to affordability and prosperity. Amidst a cost-of-living crisis and rising global energy prices, this has resonated, weakening support for a swift end to fossil fuels.The EUs resolve on climate policy is under pressure, too. Last month, the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the EU would simplify three core pieces of environmental legislation, reversing changes that were made only in the last Parliament.In this complex environment, it is not surprising that some businesses have become more hesitant to embrace sustainable alternatives and even revised their environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets, wary of the complexities of sustainability reporting, the perceived cost of implementing green solutions, and the impact on competitiveness.However, the evidence tells a different story.A 2014 Harvard University study comparing 90 "High Sustainability" companies with 90 "Low Sustainability" companies over 18 years (1993-2010)found that high-sustainability companies significantly outperformed their counterparts across key economic indicators, including proxies for economic growth and financial leverage.More recently, EYs 2023 Sustainable Value Study highlighted that delivering on sustainability initiatives has significant financial benefits, with 52% of those surveyed experiencing financial value exceeding their expectations. Additionally, 63% of respondents witnessed product and brand value improvements that were better than expected.In the tech sector, Capgemini research shows that organisations scaling sustainable IT use cases have, for instance, achieved an average cost reduction of 12%.All of this unfolds at a moment when the urgency of action has never been clearer, with scientists warning weve now breached the all-important 1.5-degree limit on global warming, with 2024 set to be the hottest year on record.As we approach another complex year's end, we must ask: why isnt the message hitting home?To reinstate momentum behind action on climate change, its clear a new approach is needed. Yes, policymakers must carefully manage the impact of green initiatives on businesses and communities. Still, the key to rebuilding support might be redefining how we talk about sustainability and its impact and value.Its time to shift the focus from the perceived costs and complexities of sustainability to the immense opportunities and tangible advantages it presents, not just for the planet but also for businesses and the economy. Lets reframe the climate discussion and tell a more persuasive story about the measurable wins we can achieve, like jobs, new partnerships, business growth, resilience, and innovation.Sustainability and profitability arent at odds they are powerful partners.Often at the forefront of change, the business community will be crucial to reinventing this narrative. In the past, organisations have been reactive to climate policy, pushed to respond by regulatory pressure, market demands, or reputational risk. But that is changing.I see this in my own interactions with customers and partners many organisations no longer believe that implementing sustainable solutions just means doing the right thing. They recognise the value of these initiatives as tools to achieve risk mitigation, commercial advantage, customer retention, productivity and efficiency gains, and improvements to the bottom line.Analysts are seeing this too: Forrester has forecast that organisations will transition from a reactive approach to sustainability commitments to a proactive one, as operational efficiencies and financial benefits eclipse ESG regulation as the key drivers for change.As Ursula von der Leyen rightly said in 2019, Its a strategy for growth that gives more back than it takes away. Unlocking its full potential, though, requires businesses to rethink their mindset because true progress is rarely linear.The circular economy which reduces consumption by keeping resources and assets in use for as long as possible - is a perfect example of this in action.Take technology, for example as the digital economy grows, so do the number of devices we use and the volume of natural resources required to manufacture them. By extending the lifespan of tech assets through circular management practices, repair, refurbishment, and re-sale on secondary markets, organisations can directly lower the impact of their tech consumption.However, while the environmental case easily stacks up, the economic story needs telling, too. At its heart, the circular economy is a financial model based on optimising resources, improving efficiency, and minimising waste all key components of profitability. When a business implements circularity into its tech operations, it essentially says: We are committed to deriving the greatest value from all our digital assets while reducing waste. Now, how could the CFO argue with that?Ive seen that lightbulb moment time and time again because when organisations understand that implementing circularity can drive down costs, improve efficiency, and recoup value on tech investment, its much easier to make the case change.All business leaders need then are practical solutions they can implement at speed and trusted partners to make it happen.The next 12 months will undoubtedly bring more global challenges and roadblocks to progress on climate change.It will be up to savvy tech providers to keep championing the cause and clearly highlighting the full spectrum of business benefits sustainable business models can deliveroperational, financial, reputational, and beyond.For me, next year is about making sure everyone is onboard our people, partners, and customers to understand just how powerful a circular economy for technology can be in helping organisations remain competitive with the latest technology while managing legacy tech in a way that recoups its value and minimises its environmental impact.We can only foster a shared understanding of its transformative potential by engaging in open and transparent dialogue about the challenges and opportunities sustainability can create. If organisations are armed with the information, evidence, and tools to make the case for sustainable investment, positive change will certainly be on the horizon.Read more from the IT Sustainability Think TankAs the global transition towards developing low-carbon economies continues apace, Gartner shares its take on the actions enterprises must take now to navigate an increasingly volatile energy landscape.The hype around AI is increasingly being matched with discussions about how the technology's adoption will affect the environment, so what can IT leaders do to ensure they keep the companies they work for on the forefront of innovation, without compromising the environment - or their firm's own corporate sustainability agenda?

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ZDNET's key takeaways Dell's XPS 13 (9350) with the Intel Core Ultra 7 "Lunar Lake" chip is on sale at Best Buy for $999.Intel's new high-performance processor brings snappy performance and a fantastic battery to the most compact member of the XPS lineup.The two USB-A ports won't cut it for many users. $1,399.99 at Best Buy We've tested a handful of Dell XPS laptops this year, including two other configurations of the XPS 13: one with the Snapdragon X Elite chip, and one with the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H. We praised both versions of the lineup's smallest, most portable laptop, and called out the bold design and standout performance across chipsets.The latest version to hit the market is the Dell XPS 13 (9350) with the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V "Lunar Lake" processor, a follow-up to the Core Ultra 7 155H version released earlier in 2024, refreshed with Intel's newest and most future-facing chipset.Also: The 7 tech gadgets I couldn't live without in 2024The Lunar Lake series of processors (also sometimes called the Core Ultra Series 2) comes at a complicated time for Intel, with many people banking on these chips' performance to prove the company is still in the game with a product to rival empowered competitors. details View at Best Buy I've tested a few other devices with Intel's Lunar Lake processors and found them not-so-surprisingly impressive. The chips offer noteworthy performance, fantastic battery life, and updated architecture to run cooler on thinner, lighter machines.The Asus Zenbook S 14, for example, is sleek and slim, and has an unexpectedly robust battery, whileLenovo's Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition brought a handful of unique Intel-only features in an attempt to showcase some innovation.So, when Dell's XPS 13 powered by the "Lunar Lake" series 2 processor dropped, I jumped at the chance to investigate. The XPS line features some of my favorite laptops from 2024, including the XPS 16, our favorite Windows laptop of the year here at ZDNET.The thin and light form factor of the XPS 13 is unchanged compared to the Snapdragon X Elite configuration from earlier this year, and all the iconic touchstones of the XPS line remain: from the zero-lattice keyboard to the invisible trackpad to the ultra-minimalist (restrictive, even) total of two USB-C ports. Paired with the light and sleek form factor, the Wi-Fi 7 compatibility and 1080p webcam make it a solid pick for freelancers and remote workers who need reliable performance in a small package, particularly in this increasingly competitive sub-$1,500 price range.By this point, most consumers have decided whether or not they're fans of the XPS line's divisive design elements. Either you think the LED function row is sleek and forward-facing, or you can't quite get used to spamming little lights instead of keys, but either way, Dell has proven that it's committed to the aesthetic, and these features are here to stay.Also: This Lenovo laptop solved my biggest issue with photo organization (even for iPhone users)The configuration I went hands-on with has 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD, 1920 x 1200 non-touch FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Power from the aforementioned Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 2 processor results in a fast, responsive machine that's highly optimized for the things most users will do on their computers daily.Boot times are fast, apps load instantly, multiple browser windows with dozens of tabs open move flawlessly, and connecting to external monitors results in no discernable slowdown. The build quality of the XPS 13 is fantastic. The keyboard is positively silent, and the haptic glass touchpad is satisfying and responsive. Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETWith all the different configurations available for the XPS laptops, this one is unique in a few ways. First, the (optional) tandem OLED display is the first of its kind on an XPS 13, and second, it's one of the first XPS devices powered by Intel's Lunar Lake. These processors, as previously mentioned, showed impressive performance and battery life on the other devices I tested, and that trend continues with the XPS 13.During the standard ZDNET battery test that involves running a livestream video at 50% brightness over Wi-Fi, I got over 16 hours of battery during one test, and over 14 on another. This difference was attributable to updates and settings. During the regular workday, this laptop will have no trouble getting through the day on a single charge, although the OLED configuration will see a few hours shaved off those numbers.Also: I found a laptop for creators that rivals the 16-inch MacBook Pro, but it costs half the priceThe display is, unsurprisingly, one of the features that makes this laptop a pleasure to use. I tested a unit with the LCD display, and it looks premium and vivid, with an anti-glare coating that gives a matte texture with minimal glare while resisting fingerprints.Additionally, the integrated Intel Arc 140V graphics card is more than capable of handling gaming. I'm typically suspicious of gaming on such thin and light laptops without robust cooling systems, but the XPS 13 can hold its own on casual titles that don't make too intense demands on the hardware. Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETThe fans will kick in if things start heating up, and it does reach higher temps than the Snapdragon chip. However, performance is smooth enough to pop into Steam and fire up most titles thanks to support for ray tracing, 100% DCI-P3 color, and the 120Hz refresh rate.Gamers might encounter some usability issues in games that use the function row. The lack of a physical key is the core of the XPS' commitment to bold design, but it could mean spotty responsiveness in practice during even the most laid-back gaming sessions.Even outside of gaming, you have to hit the LED just right to register feedback, even while navigating with the Home, End, and Delete keys in Google Docs. However, once you're used to the placement it becomes a lot more natural with some muscle memory.Also: One of the best 13-inch laptops I've tested has marathon battery life and a bold designAnother thing I'm not a fan of is Dell's SupportAssist program stepping in to automatically adjust the laptop's battery settings, which scales back performance to save power, even with as high as 85% battery. The feature seems a little paranoid and contributes to more noise from Windows that the user shouldn't have to contend with. Luckily, these functions are easy to disable or personalize.When it comes to direct comparisons with the Windows Copilot+ configuration and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite processor, this XPS 13 got slightly lower numbers in our Benchmarking tests, but almost the same in terms of battery life. Additionally, the Snapdragon XPS 13 with the same 16GB of RAM and 512 SSD configuration will cost you $500 more.Cinebench 24 MCGeekbench 6.2.2 SCGeekbench 6.2.2 MCDell XPS 13 (Snapdragon X Elite)9972,83014,687Dell XPS 13 (Intel Core Ultra 7 "Lunar Lake")5522,74311,005The name of the game here, then, is Intel's Core Ultra 7 Lunar Lake XPS 13 bringing comparable performance to the Snapdragon configuration, but in a more affordable package and without any of the emulation or compatibility issues you can run into with ARM-compatible architecture.ZDNET's buying adviceIt's no secret that we're fans of the XPS lineup here at ZDNET, and the Dell XPS 13 (9350) is a laptop that I would consider using as a main driver. The bold design elements aren't for everyone, but they contribute to a well-optimized and functional device that isn't just a pretty face.Intel's Core Ultra 7 Lunar Lake series processor rounds out Dell's 2024 XPS lineup with a slightly more accessible configuration that comes very close to the raw performance metrics of the XPS 13 with the Snapdragon X Elite. It's fast, looks good, and has a strong battery, which is the holy trifecta for usability.Featured reviews

Intel logo displayed on a laptop screen and Nvidia logo displayed on a phone screen are seen in this ... [+] illustration photo taken in Krakow, Poland on January 2, 2024. (Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images)NurPhoto via Getty ImagesThe tech industry is experiencing a dramatic shakeup. Two of its giants, Nvidia and Intel, are heading in opposite directions. Nvidia, once a niche player in graphics processing, has become the worlds most valuable company, surpassing Apple and Microsoft in market capitalization. Meanwhile, Intel, a former titan of computing innovation, has seen its stock price plummet, its CEO retire and its place in the Dow Jones Industrial Average handed over to Nvidia.At first glance, the rise and fall of these companies might seem irrelevant to healthcare. But the strategic decisions that propelled Nvidia to dominanceand sent Intel into declineoffer three critical lessons for an industry under increasing pressure.With half the country unable to afford necessary medical care, patient satisfaction at a 20-year low, and government intensifying its efforts to slash healthcare spending, the industry has reached an inflection point. If healthcare professionals fail to adapt to these mounting pressures, they risk jeopardizing both their livelihoods and the well-being of those they serve.Lesson One: Price MattersIntel learned the hard way that even industry leaders offering exceptional quality cant escalate prices indefinitely.In the 1970s, Intel dominated the memory chip market, producing high-performance silicon semiconductors at premium prices. However, by the end of the decade, Japanese competitors began offering good-quality chips at far lower prices. Faced with declining market share and shrinking profits, Intels CEO Andy Grove and founder Gordon Moore made a pivotal decision in the early 1980s: they exited the memory chip market entirely and pivoted to microprocessorsuniquely designed chips that help our cars, refrigerators and phones run.MORE FOR YOUDespite internal resistance and financial challenges during the transition, Intels decision to pivot from memory chips to microprocessors not only saved the company but established its technological dominance for the next two decades. This bold move illustrates the necessity of strategic change in response to shifting market forces.Healthcare professionals face a similarly urgent need to adapt. For years, physicians operating under the traditional fee-for-service model have sustained their incomes by performing more procedures and charging higher fees. But these strategies are no longer viable.Medicares recent announcement of a 2.9% cut to physician reimbursement rates for 2025and private insurers signaling potential parallel reductionsmake it clear that the financial model of the past is crumbling. Healthcare professionals must adapt to survive. The question is: how?Lesson Two: Theres More Than One Way To Create ValueIntels success in transitioning from memory chips to microprocessors wasnt just about abandoning a failing product. It was about recognizing and capitalizing on an emerging opportunity.In the 21st century, however, Intels resistance to change proved costly. While Intel remained focused on traditional CPUs (central processing units)designed for sequential tasks like word processing and internet searchesNvidia surged ahead by pioneering a newer, more powerful technology: graphics processing units or GPUs.Initially created to render the complex visuals of video games, Nvidias GPUs contain hundreds of microprocessors capable of operating in parallel. This allows them to perform thousands of calculations simultaneously, making GPUs far more effective than CPUs for tasks requiring extensive data processing. This adaptability has made GPUs indispensable for generative AI applications, including natural language processing and large-scale data analysis. This strategic pivot propelled Nvidia to industry dominance and unmatched market success.For businesses using Nvidias chips, the results outweigh the costs. Applications powered by GPUs allow a few individuals to accomplish work that would otherwise require a much larger team. The lesson for healthcare is clear: success lies in meeting the future needs of patients, not clinging to outdated approaches that worked in the past.Historically, healthcare primarily served to meet the needs of patients with acute conditions like pneumonia, appendicitis or broken bones. The fee-for-service model was built for this, allowing providers to bill for each specific intervention. But today, the landscape has shifted dramatically. Chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension now account for 60% of all medical conditions and at least 70% of healthcare costs.Just as Nvidia reimagined its offerings to meet the demands of the future, healthcare professionals must shift their focus and technology to address the challenges of chronic disease. By preventing these conditions and managing them more effectively when they occur, doctors could reduce complications such as heart attacks, strokes, cancer and kidney failure by 30-50%, according to CDC estimates. This would not only save lives and improve public health but also save hundreds of billions of dollars annually for employers and government healthcare programs.From a strategic perspective, this shift would parallel Nvidias success with GPUs (in contrast to Intels failure to adapt beyond CPUs). For healthcare professionals, adopting a similar approach could lead to increased income and greater autonomy.Today, chronic diseases remain poorly managed. Hypertension, responsible for 40% of strokes, is controlled in only 60% of patients. Diabetes, the leading cause of heart attacks and kidney failure, is effectively managed less than half the time. Addressing these gaps would not only improve outcomes but also empower clinicians to reclaim control of medical careleading to the third and final lesson.Lesson Three: Success Requires RiskBack when Intels leaders were grappling with a faltering memory chip business, Andy Grove famously asked Gordon Moore, If we got kicked out and the board brought in a new CEO, what do you think he would do?Both agreed: the new leader would exit memory chips. That decision required bold commitment and a greater tolerance for risksomething most healthcare leaders lack.Nearly two decades ago, Intel hesitated to pivot to GPUs, clinging to CPUs as its core business. Had Intel leveraged its immense resources to embrace GPUs, it would have crushed Nvidia. By failing to act, the company endured financial setbacks and has become increasingly irrelevant.Healthcare professionals must choose whether they want to be Nvidia or Intel embracing a new strategy that benefits providers, payors and patients, or opting to stick to outdated practices and payment models.Thousands of clinicians have already tried to escape medicines mounting challengesfinancial strain, burnout, declining reimbursementby joining forces with hospitals or selling their practices to private equity firms. But based on my conversations with hundreds of doctors, most describe the results as disappointing. Many report a loss of autonomy and unfulfilled promises of financial gain, while burnout rates remain as high as ever.To improve their fortunes, healthcare professionals must shift to a model of care designed to address chronic disease. Instead of managing patients through sporadic office visits every few months, healthcare professionals must adopt a more continuous approach. Wearable devices can provide daily monitoring, while generative AI tools can notify patients when their conditions are stable or require intervention.Achieving success will also demand that they form large physician groups, prioritize primary care and empower patients with modern technology.This shift in care delivery will require a new payment model. Fee-for-service reimbursement, which incentivizes volume over outcomes, is misaligned with the goal of preventing life-threatening medical complications. Instead, clinicians must adopt value-based care, where providers receive a set fee to manage the health of a population. This model rewards doctors for preventing and better managing chronic diseases, aligning financial incentives with patient health outcomes.The transformation wont be easy or painless. Some hospitals will close and traditional practices will shrink. Residency programs will need to train more primary care physicians and fewer specialists. But these changes are essential to the survival of the profession. Failure to adapt will only deepen the challenges facing both patients and clinicians in the years ahead.The Biggest Lesson: Act NowThe rise of Nvidia and the fall of Intel underscore a universal truth: change happens slowlyuntil it doesnt. Healthcare has reached a tipping point, and clinicians who embrace innovation with courage will thrive, while those who hesitate or take only small steps forward will languish.Andy Grove captured this reality when he said, Most companies dont die because they are wrong; most die because they dont commit themselves. They fritter away their valuable resources while attempting to make a decision. The greatest danger is in standing still.Healthcare professionals must now decide whether they will lead the way like Nvidia or face irrelevance like Intel. The stakes couldnt be higher.

New online shopping warningwhen best is actually worst.NurPhoto via Getty ImagesIf youre getting up early to grab a last-minute online shopping bargain this week, be warned, criminals are getting up even earlier, they know what you want, theyre ready to steal your money and ruin your holidays, and they have a nasty trick to play.The FBI has already warned all online shoppers to avoid a raft of red flags when it comes to dangerous websites, and the U.S. cyber defense agency has now done the same. Your best bet to avoid getting fooled, CISA says, is to purchase items directly from the websites of trusted vendors and stay alert by knowing what to look for. Be cautious of fake ads on social media platforms.CISAs advice is broadly the same as the FBIs, albeit their concerns skew towards password security and data harvesting. But just like the Bureau, they warn shoppers to stick to encrypted websites, reputable vendors and credit cards.Now another nasty twist on what to stop doing has just been highlighted. As SEO manipulation and poisoning surges, The Wall Street Journal warns shoppers that the most obvious search terms could be the most dangerous. Avoid searching for things like top vacuums or best dishwashers, explaining that some firms buy Google ads to promote these ratings sites as a quick way to steer customers to pricey off-brand products and potential rip-offs. Unsurprisingly, best seems to be worst.MORE FOR YOUU.S. government warning for online holiday shoppersCISAThe websites youll find, WSJ warns, often have red flags such as sponsored listings, foreign ownership, lack of contact information and gushing expert reviews.A quick Google search can lead you directly to online ads that have been purchased by threat actors, GuidePoint Security says. These ads often look legitimate and rank toward the top of search results, so that threat actors can get ahead of legitimate services or businesses.For all Chrome, Safari and Edge users, with their 95% share of the U.S. browser market, these warnings are critical and need to be taken seriously. Whether youre using obvious search terms or something more specific, keep safe all the way through the holidays by keeping in mind the FBIs top tips:Carefully check URLs before you buy, make sure its legitimate and secure. Websites should have a secure connection padlock in the address bar and https at the beginning of the address.Do not shop on a new website until youve done some research and checked reviews. Remember, reviews can be faked, so deep dive.Dont buy from websites or sellers acting as authorized dealers or factory reps of popular items in countries where there would be no such deals. You run a very serious risk of counterfeit items or no items at all.Do not use sellers who say they live in the U.S. but then respond to questions by stating they are out of the country on business or a family emergency.Dont buy from websites with unusual shipping arrangements and dont buy from sellers who request direct money transfers. Always use a credit card.Dont pay with pre-paid gift cards. A seller will ask you to send them a gift card number and PIN. Instead of using that gift card for your payment, the scammer will steal the funds, and youll never receive your item.The goal posts are constantly moving. AI is making scams harder to spot. Foreign nationals can now write more compelling, grammatically correct copy avoiding the telltale mistakes of old. Logos can be more convincingly copied. Product imagery can be easily faked. Search can be manipulated and almost 80% of marketing emails are now either scams or more dangerous malware.But remember, the FBI warns, if it seems too good to be true, that's because it is. And whatever you do, whatever you want, searching for the best will likely return you more than you expectedand not in a good way.

Forward-looking: It's becoming increasingly difficult to convince people to buy the latest smartphones when their next-generation upgrades are barely noticeable. This is especially true when it comes to iPhones. Starting next year, however, Apple will reportedly begin releasing thinner and foldable devices, including a foldable iPad the size of two tablets, which it hopes will help revive a stagnant market. Citing people familiar with the plans, The Wall Street Journal writes that Apple is set to release an iPhone next year that will be thinner than all the current models.Apple intends for the super-thin iPhone to cost less than the iPhone Pro handsets. This will be achieved by using a simpler camera system and dropping some of the more advanced features found in the Pros.It's presumed that this handheld is the previously rumored iPhone Air 17. Bloomberg's Apple sage Mark Gurman wrote that the iPhone Air will be around 6 mm thick. That's more than 2mm thinner than the super slim iPhone 16 Pro (8.3mm), and even more streamlined than Apple's thinnest-ever phone, the 6.9mm iPhone 6 from 2014.The WSJ also reports that Apple is continuing its preparations to enter the foldables market, long after Samsung found success with its Galaxy Z Flip and Z Fold series.There have long been rumors that Apple is developing what could be called the iFold, a foldable iPhone. The latest report claims that Apple is also working on a massive foldable iPad something else we've heard before.Courtesy of iOS Beta NewsThe foldable iPad sounds especially interesting. It's said to be the size of two regular iPad Pros side-by-side when unfolded, so the device could be akin to a portable monitor. // Related StoriesApple has apparently been experiencing some problems with its foldable devices, especially the hinge and flexible cover. Samsung's first Galaxy Fold had its launch delayed by months as the screens were breaking due to debris making its way underneath the display via the center crease. And hinge issues can affect even modern foldables, as this writer discovered with the Galaxy Z Fold 4 (below).Apple is also reportedly working to ensure the foldables don't have a noticeable screen crease, something that still puts off potential foldable buyers.We had heard that Apple planned to release the foldable iPad first, followed by the folding iPhone. But it now appears that the folding handset will debut first, possibly in 2026.Not too surprisingly, the promise of Apple Intelligence hasn't caused a lot of people to rush out and buy the latest devices. With less than 1% projected revenue growth for iPhones in fiscal 2024, Apple hopes going foldable and thinner (and cheaper) will help turn things around.Image: Ran Avni/Behance

Table of ContentsTable of ContentsThe fate of the Yellowstone ranchThe funeral of John DuttonBeth vs. Jamie: The final battleJustice for John Dutton?How does the Yellowstone season 5, part 2 finale set up the spinoff shows?Warning: This article contains major spoilers for the Yellowstone season 5, part 2 finale.Since 2018, and across five seasons of the flagship Yellowstone series and multiple prequel shows, fans have embraced the Dutton family saga created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson. But as much as viewers love the Duttons, theyre not all good people. This family has been willing to kill to protect their secrets and their land, as well as brutally pursuing vengeance outside of the law. Thats how it went down again in the Yellowstone series finale. Before the final credits rolled, the show revealed what happened to most of the major characters, and what might come next.Recommended VideosParamount NetworkAs teased in the penultimate episode, Kayce Dutton (Luke Grimes) had a plan to save the Yellowstone ranch. It just wouldnt be possible for the Duttons to save it themselves. The family didnt have the money to pay the inheritance tax on the land, and rather than selling some of the land to cover those expenses, Kayce decided to essentially give the land to Thomas Rainwater (Gil Birmingham) and the Confederated Tribes of Broken Rock for pennies on the dollar. Rainwater and the tribes couldnt afford to pay market rates, and the only ones who could would have redeveloped the land and turned it into something unrecognizable.RelatedKayces conditions for the sale included a carve out for the 5,000 acre home that he built for himself and his family on the land, as well as guarantees to never sell or develop the land. He also requested that Rainwater look after the generations of Duttons who were buried on the land, which was almost immediately betrayed by the young children of the tribes who started pushing down the Dutton familys grave markers. Rainwaters right-hand man, Mo (Moses Brings Plenty), caught the children in the act and chided them before shouting a reminder that the Duttons protected the land and died for it. And the first gravestone Mo put back upright belonged to Elsa Dutton (Isabel May), the tragic heroine from the prequel series 1883.May made a vocal guest appearance as Elsa narrated the end of this chapter and noted that the fate of the Yellowstone ranch was foreshadowed in 1883 when the tribes said they would reclaim the land in seven generations. Almost like clockwork, thats exactly what happened.Paramount NetworkKevin Costner didnt appear in the second half of Yellowstone season 5 over a very public falling out with Sheridan and Paramount Network. His character, John Dutton, was killed off in the midseason premiere, and he was finally laid to rest in the finale. The decision was made to bury John next to his late wife in the graveyard on the Yellowstone property. It was an emotional gathering, especially for the Duttons and their extended family of ranch hands. Kayce took the opportunity to tell his late father that he forgave him, while his former enemy, Rainwater, vowed to protect the land.Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) took it upon himself to bury Johns coffin and his last words at Johns grave was a vow to keep loving his wife and Johns daughter Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly). Beth had a different promise for John, as she vowed to avenge his death and then took off right after the funeral to do just that.Paramount NetworkJamie Dutton (Wes Bentley), the black sheep of the Duttons, wasnt kept in the loop about Johns funeral in part because everyone else in the family knew he had a role in Johns death. To keep the press and the public off of his trail, Jamie practiced and delivered a speech where he denied that he was sleeping with Sarah Atwood (Dawn Olivieri) and vowed to pursue his fathers murderers from his office as the Attorney General of Montana. Jamie probably even thought that the speech might land him in the governors mansion someday.First, Jamie had to endure a vicious assault from his sister, Beth, as well as a face full of bear mace that briefly left him blinded. Regardless, Jamie turned the tables on Beth and nearly beat her to death until he realized that he could use her attack to frame her for Johns murder. He was only stopped in his tracks when Beth revealed that the family had already sold the ranch to the tribes, and Jamies dreams of earning riches from the redevelopment of Yellowstone died a hard death. Before Beth could follow those dreams into the afterlife, Rip arrived and got in a few shots at Jamie before Beth took the killing blow for herself.Beths plan seemed to hinge upon Rips later arrival, although she nearly got herself murdered in the process. While Rip disposed of Jamies body and car, Beth called the police and told the arriving officers that Jamie had beaten her after she accused him of being involved with killing their father. She also provided enough details for the police to begin investigating Jamie as a fugitive rather than the victim of murder himself. By the end of the episode, a warrant is out for Jamies arrest, but his body may never be found.Paramount NetworkJamies death closes the book on Beths quest for revenge, but the men who attacked her father and staged his death as a suicide seemingly escape capture and justice. The show doesnt even seem to be all that interested in determining who the assassins were, as it spends a good deal of time with the characters saying goodbye to the ranch and to the Duttons. Of course, this finale wouldnt be complete without one more appearance by Sheridans character, Travis Wheatley, which plays like an out-of-control ego trip. Travis really comes off like a real jerk when one of Yellowstones ranch hands, Teeter (Jennifer Landon), approaches him for work and he berates her command of the English language as hillbilly before ordering her to listen to a book on tape about how to speak English.Nevertheless, most of the characters get their happy endings as Kayce and his family put together their own brand of cattle, while Rip and Beth put down roots in a much smaller ranch.Paramount NetworkIt kind of doesnt. Theres nothing in this episode that points to The Madison, which will star Michelle Pfeiffer, Kurt Russell, Patrick J. Adams, and Beau Garrett. None of those actors appear in this episode. The only direct link to the next spinoff series is through Rip and Beth, since both Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly recently signed onfor an entirely different Yellowstone sequel series.The irony of any potential spinoff for Beth and Rip is that they seem happy in their new home, and there doesnt appear to be much drama in their relationship or the town near their ranch. So theres no obvious hook for the next series, unless Sheridan is going to spring some fresh problems on the couple when the new show inevitably premieres some time in the future.Peacock will eventually stream Yellowstone season 5, part 2, but hasnt currently set a date for when the episodes will be available.Editors Recommendations