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"Facebook probably knows I sell drugs"—how young people"s digital footprints can threaten their future prospects

Social media and messaging apps such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and Messenger are increasingly used to buy and sell drugs in many countries. New Zealand is no exception......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgMay 23rd, 2024

Exploring the roots of the Anthropocene

Understanding how tropical land use and deforestation affects the dynamics of the global Earth system and identifying potential tipping points are key to the future of our species on this planet. By exploring the long history of human societies in tr.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News54 min. ago

Apple Intelligence & iPhone mirroring aren"t coming to EU because of the DMA

Apple isn't releasing Apple Intelligence and other major operating system changes in the EU, because of Digital Markets Act interoperability mandates.European flagsThe biggest changes in Apple's fall operating system updates include the machine learn.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated News2 hr. 53 min. ago

Festivals can be a powerful force for sustainable lifestyle changes, new research shows

Festivals and mass gatherings can empower and inspire people making lifestyle changes for a sustainable future, according to new research from a vegan festival which suggests the power of these collective experiences may have been underestimated......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News7 hr. 26 min. ago

Lifesaving and life-changing: The kindness shown to forced migrants during their journeys

Forced migrant survivors of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) have experienced acts of everyday and extraordinary kindness from people they met throughout their journeys, a new study reveals......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News7 hr. 26 min. ago

Study shows rising temperatures affect air quality over Los Angeles

Particulate matter and ozone are a major problem for people and the environment. Dr. Eva Pfannerstill, young investigator group leader at Jülich's Institute of Energy and Climate Research (IEK 8), is investigating where the volatile organic compound.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News7 hr. 26 min. ago

Radioactive drugs strike cancer with precision

Tumor-seeking radiopharmaceuticals promise targeted treatments with fewer side effects. Enlarge / Pharma interest and investment in radiotherapy drugs is heating up. (credit: Knowable Magazine) On a Wednesday morning in.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated News8 hr. 26 min. ago

Scientists use heart and lung model to calculate potential health threats facing future space tourists in microgravity

Space exploration has always captivated our imagination, offering the promise of discovering new worlds and pushing the boundaries of human capability. As commercial space travel becomes more accessible, individuals with various underlying health con.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News15 hr. 54 min. ago

New survey reveals how many people consider CarPlay a must-have in a new car

I’ve written a lot about CarPlay over the years, including questioning GM’s decision to abandon CarPlay on all of its EVs. Now, a new survey has details on just how important CarPlay is for people shopping for a new car, with a third of consumers.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated News20 hr. 53 min. ago

Antibiotic-resistance in sub-Saharan Africa "alarming": Studies

Superbug infections are taking a disproportionate toll in sub-Saharan Africa where there is "extremely concerning" levels of multi-resistant bacterial strains among young children, two studies warned Thursday......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News22 hr. 26 min. ago

Behavioral and computational study shows that social preferences can be inferred from decision speed alone

Researchers led by Sophie Bavard at the University of Hamburg, Germany, found that people can infer hidden social preferences by observing how fast others make social decisions......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 20th, 2024

Only 1 in 3 people enjoy talking about politics—researchers say the reasons are more social than political

One of the cornerstones of liberal democracies is the political debate on how to shape society. However, discussions about politics often lead to frustration or result in a long-term strain on social relationships......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 20th, 2024

Saudi hajj pilgrims" deaths highlight how extreme heat kills

More than 1,000 people have died at this year's hajj pilgrimage in extreme heat in Saudi Arabia, an AFP tally showed on Thursday......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 20th, 2024

Interactive map shows future climate of your city based on emissions scenarios

The impacts of climate change are being felt all over the world, but how will it impact how your hometown feels? An interactive web application from the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science allows users to search 40,581 places and.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 20th, 2024

An alternative way to manipulate quantum states

Researchers at ETH Zurich have shown that quantum states of single electron spins can be controlled by currents of electrons whose spins are evenly aligned. In the future, this method could be used in electronic circuit elements......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 20th, 2024

Apple"s talks with FIFA have faltered, Club World Cup tournament at risk

Discussions between Apple and FIFA over TV rights for a new soccer tournament have stumbled, putting the future of the high-profile competition in doubt.Apple has regularly paid out for rights to sporting eventsIn April, it was reported that Apple wa.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsJun 20th, 2024

A simple, fast, and versatile method for selective bromination of indole alkaloids

The development of drugs through chemical modifications of naturally occurring indole alkaloids has emerged as an attractive research area. However, due to their reactivity, the selective functionalization at the C5 position of the indole ring has be.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 20th, 2024

Study uncovers genetic key to overcoming water stress in cucumbers

Waterlogged conditions, a consequence of heavy rainfall or inadequate drainage, disproportionately affect crops with delicate root systems like cucumbers. These conditions not only impede root respiration and plant development but also threaten agric.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 20th, 2024

Too young to be so cool: Lessons from three neutron stars

ESA's XMM-Newton and NASA's Chandra spacecraft have detected three young neutron stars that are unusually cold for their age. By comparing their properties to different neutron star models, scientists conclude that the oddballs' low temperatures disq.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 20th, 2024

Apple wants you to be able to just point at things to learn about them

Future Apple Watch or iPhone models could detect when you're pointing at a location, or want to buy something from a store window, and show you details about them.Any Apple device with an accelerometer could determine whether you were pointing at som.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsJun 20th, 2024

Amid scorching heat, 900 people died in Saudi Arabia—climate change has made the Hajj pilgrimage more risky

Each year, millions of Muslims from across the world embark on the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. The mass migration is unparalleled in scale, and pilgrims face numerous health hazards......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 20th, 2024