"Ecocide" on Easter Island never took place, studies suggest
Two recent studies have cast doubt on a popular theory that the ancient residents of Easter Island suffered a societal collapse because they overexploited their natural resources, an event often labeled one of history's first "ecocides"......»»
Where to use Buddha’s Eyeballs in Black Myth: Wukong
There are a lot of mysteries to solve in . That’s because some objectives are unclear, and you only have contextual clues to rely on. One of these side quests takes place in the game’s second chapter, where you find yourself gathering a b.....»»
Apple Ring research points to dozens of uses far beyond health monitoring
Apple's latest research into an Apple Ring doesn't just suggest what it looks like, but also positions it at the center of iPhone and Mac control, and as a remote to household appliances.Apple's latest research into an Apple Ring positions it at the.....»»
EU sends water bomber planes to fight Madeira wildfires
The European Union said Thursday that two water bomber planes were headed for the Atlantic island of Madeira to bolster firefighting efforts following an emergency request from the Portuguese government......»»
Get 49% off the Blink Outdoor 4 security camera in this amazing deal!
If you want to protect your home, then the Blink Outdoor 4 cameras are a good place to start, especially with this 49% discount right now! The post Get 49% off the Blink Outdoor 4 security camera in this amazing deal! appeared first on Phandroid......»»
Portugal seeks EU help as wildfire threatens UNESCO-listed forest
Portugal on Wednesday appealed to EU partners for assistance in fighting a wildfire on the Atlantic island of Madeira that has raged for a week and threatened a UNESCO-listed forest......»»
How to add an email account to Apple Mail on Mac or iOS
For many, the best email app is the one that came on your iPhone, Apple's own Mail app. To get the most use out of the Mail app, you can set it up to have all of your email accounts and addresses in one place in it.To keep all of your emails in one p.....»»
Sewage secrets: Economic factors shaping our microbiome exposed
Understanding the global distribution and drivers of the human microbiome is crucial for public health and environmental management. Previous studies have focused mainly on regional gut microbiomes, leaving a gap in our understanding of how socioecon.....»»
Dubious invite strongly hints at bronze iPhone 16 Pro at September Apple event [u]
Apple's special event will be taking place on September 10 with an in-person event at Apple Park showing off a bronze iPhone 16 Pro, according to a dubious shared invite.An alleged Apple Event invite [Majin Bu/X]Apple is expected to send out invitati.....»»
Ancient civilizations had ways to counter the urban heat island effect—how history"s lessons apply to cities today
As intense heat breaks records around the world, a little-reported fact offers some hope for cooling down cities: Under even the most intense periods of extreme heat, some city blocks never experience heat wave temperatures......»»
Advances in bermudagrass research highlight genetic insights, potential for environmental resilience
A research team has reviewed recent studies to highlight the significant progress in understanding the growth and stress response mechanisms in bermudagrass, a widely distributed and valuable grass species. A recent review reveals the genetic diversi.....»»
Ancient tree resin artifacts provide earliest-known evidence of humans dispersing through the Pacific
Exactly when and how humans dispersed into and through the Pacific remains an intensely debated topic. Previous studies have been hampered by imprecise chronometric dating, making the exact timing and movement of people into the Pacific difficult to.....»»
This year’s summer COVID wave is big; FDA may green-light COVID shots early
Wastewater SARS-CoV-2 levels suggest the summer surge is high and peaking right now. Enlarge (credit: Getty | Thomas Trutschel) With the country experiencing a relatively large summer wave of COVID-19, the Food and Drug.....»»
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is about to tough new competitor
Samsung's place at the top of the foldable smartphone market is secure, but that might not always be the case. Its latest challenger is set for launch soon......»»
Rhode Island dealerships settle deceptive sales claims for $1 million
Six Rhode Island dealerships have settled with the state attorney general over allegations of deceptive sales practices......»»
Dubious invite strongly hints at bronze iPhone 16 Pro at September Apple event
Apple's special event will be taking place on September 10 with an in-person event at Apple Park showing off a bronze iPhone 16 Pro, according to a dubious shared invite.An alleged Apple Event invite [Majin Bu/X]Apple is expected to send out invitati.....»»
Early Pixel 9 sales suggest that customers might prefer smaller screens
It seems that customers might actually want phones that are smaller, according to initial sales of the smaller Pixel 9 models. The post Early Pixel 9 sales suggest that customers might prefer smaller screens appeared first on Phandroid. It.....»»
The mental health crisis in British schools
NHS statistics suggest that 20.3%—1 in 5—children and young people aged from eight to 16 years in England had a probable mental disorder in 2023. This a huge rise from 2017, when 12.5% had a probable mental health disorder......»»
Ancient DNA reveals Indigenous dog lineages found at Jamestown, Virginia
Previous scientific studies have indicated that North American dog lineages were replaced with European ones between 1492 and the present day. To better understand the timing of this replacement, researchers from the University of Illinois Urbana-Cha.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: Looking to start a smart home on a budget? The TP-Link 4 pack is an easy place to start
If you’re starting from zero on a smart home, it can look daunting and expensive as you consider upgrading all of the rooms in your house. I’ve found that starting with a few smart outlet adaptors is the best (and most economical way) to start, a.....»»
The Crimson Diamond is a wonderful EGA-like graphic adventure game for 2024
The parser works much better than you'd think, and the mystery is pitch-perfect. In my mind, this image is slowly drawing into place, with the text arriving last. (credit: Julia Minamata) A text parser? Typing in “Open.....»»