The common rule of thumb is to never “block” the browser’s main thread when running JavaScript tasks. But is this a hard rule? Victor Ayomipo describes a use case he encountered involving a screenshot extension where he made an exception to the rule and decided that blocking the main thread was absolutely the right thing…
The annual global digital advertising market has been estimated to be worth around US$1 trillion. It reached nearly $300 billion in the United States alone in 2025, according to the most recent IAB Internet Advertising Revenue Report: Full Year 2025. However, according to our most recent World Press Trends report, news publishers globally are capturing…
Marie and Chris hop on CodePen Radio for a little chat on how we’re still happily using WordPress for a variety of things here on CodePen. We’ve got it hosted on a subdomain and on a different (WordPress-specific) hosting plan than our main monorepo, so it has its own deployment process and such. We use…
This buyer’s guide will assist you with finding the best blockchain fraud investigation and recovery services for your crypto assets. There are many types of blockchain fraud, including but not limited to investment scams, phishing scams, fake trading platforms, compromised wallets, ransom payments, decentralized finance exploitation, and unauthorized cryptocurrency transfers. While every situation is unique,…
The race is on to secure alternative routes for both Gulf fossil fuels and clean energy. This article appears in the July/August 2026 issue of Global Finance Magazine. More than 30 years after the first Gulf War, it seemed unlikely, if not unthinkable, that images of burning oil facilities would once again make headlines in…
By Bihag Karnani As a senior product manager at Google, Bihag Karnani oversees the development of Reader Revenue Manager – a digital subscription service designed specifically for media companies. On average, he meets with approximately 50 to 70 publishers during the course of a year. Part 1 of this four-part series on the lessons of…
Buying or refinancing a home in Brisbane can involve many moving parts, and choosing the right person to guide you matters. This guide is not about naming one winner. It is about helping you compare your options calmly, so you can choose a broker who fits your goals, budget, and level of experience. Heading into…
In 2024 the United Kingdom’s Labour Party, led by Sir Keir Starmer, won back the prime minister’s office after more than a decade out of power. He told a jubilant crowd: “Change begins right here!” Starmer was right that British voters wanted change; unfortunately for him, they pretty quickly wanted him out too. Starmer is…
India’s primary bourse preps a landmark IPO alongside Jio, testing markets amid a global slowdown. India’s National Stock Exchange (NSE) has filed for an initial public offering with the Securities and Exchange Board of India, in what is expected to be one of the most consequential listings in the country. The official filing document revealed…
This story appeared in Today, Explained, a daily newsletter that helps you understand the most compelling news and stories of the day. Subscribe here. If I had a nickel for every time President Donald Trump backtracked or changed course on Iran, I’d have…well, at least enough money for a gallon of $3.89 gas. Trump has…