"Junk DNA" could be key to controlling fear
A piece of "junk DNA" could be the key to extinguishing fear-related memories for people struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and phobia, according to a study from The University of Queensland......»»
U.S. FTC finalizes car-buying rules to rein in junk fees, bait-and-switch
Auto dealers will be barred from luring vehicle buyers with promises they do not keep and will not be able to charge junk fees — like a service contract for an oil change for an electric vehicle — under a new rule, the U.S. Federal Trade Commissi.....»»
Fear of cheap Chinese EVs spurs automaker dash for affordable cars
Legacy automakers have turned to suppliers, from battery materials makers to chipmakers, to squeeze out costs and develop affordable EVs quicker than previously planned to match Chinese vehicles on cost......»»
Study identifies organic alternative for fighting cattle-pestering flies
When cattle are fighting flies in the summer, they gather in tight bunches, leading them to eat less while experiencing more stress and discomfort. Beef producers have limited options for controlling the flies that pester their cattle. Moreover, exis.....»»
This is the one product I don’t want Samsung to launch in 2024
I'm looking forward to a lot of Samsung products in 2024, such as the Galaxy S24 Ultra. But there's one I fear may be coming that I don't want at all......»»
India hopes cloud seeding can wash away deadly smog
Indian scientists are preparing cloud seeding technology to clean poisonous smog in the capital with rain, but environmental critics fear it is an expensive distraction from tackling root causes......»»
Amazon"s Cyber Monday Apple deals drop prices to as low as $23.99
If you missed out on Black Friday's incredible deals, fear not, as Cyber Monday is here to continue the massive discounts on gift ideas you're sure to love.Amazon keeps the deals going through Cyber Monday.Check out our favorite Cyber Monday discount.....»»
How to use the Logitech G Hub features for your new gaming peripherals
Logitech G-Hub is a robust backend app for controlling all your Logitech accessories. Here's how to use it......»»
Is fear of sharks being overblown?
"Just when you thought it was safe to get back in the water...." It's one of the most famous taglines in film history, immortalizing sharks as ruthless predators. But beyond the horror generated by Spielberg's "Jaws" series, a persistent fear of shar.....»»
"Scavengers Reign"s alien ecosystems are things of beauty
'Scavengers Reign' co-creator Joe Bennett discusses Vesta's real-world inspirations and secret alien names. When it comes to science fiction onscreen, there are some worlds you want to get lost in and others that fill you with deep fear. With t.....»»
What drives people to panic buy during times of crisis: New study reveals the psychology of consumers
Fear can cause people to behave irrationally in times of uncertainty. During the pandemic, this took the form of panic buying as people flocked to stores to stock up on essential goods. Some even sought to profit off of shortages by price gouging toi.....»»
Boom in space tourism threatens to boost the amounts of space junk and climate emissions
Commercial companies are increasingly becoming involved in transporting astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS), as well as other activities in orbit. Some, such as Houston-based Axiom Space, eventually want to build their own space stati.....»»
12 V battery problem forces Toyota to recall 1.8 million SUVs
Owners should hear about a fix by late December. Enlarge / This is the engine bay of a 2018 RAV4 Hybrid, but the problem is not the hybrid traction battery. (credit: Alun Taylor) There's plenty of fear, uncertainty, and.....»»
Bird Flu Reaches the Antarctic for the First Time
As the first known cases of H5N1 are detected in the region, scientists fear for the isolated penguin and seal populations that have never been exposed......»»
Dealing with space debris
As yet another space rocket is launched and more technology is placed into orbit, the problem of space junk grows and grows, not to mention the pollution from all the fuel burned en route......»»
Controlling waves in magnets with superconductors for the first time
Quantum physicists at Delft University of Technology have shown that it's possible to control and manipulate spin waves on a chip using superconductors for the first time. These tiny waves in magnets may offer an alternative to electronics in the fut.....»»
Rishi Sunak says AI has threats and risks - but outlines its potential
Rishi Sunak warns AI could help terrorists spread fear but urges the public not to lose sleep......»»
Lysosomes prove to be quick-change artists with respect to nutrient availability in the cell
Lysosomes play an important role in cells and tissues, controlling not only the degradation of substances but also cell division and growth. A team led by Professor Volker Haucke and Dr. Michael Ebner at the FMP has investigated how these two functio.....»»
Wisconsin dealership group agrees to pay $1.1M to settle accusations of junk fees, discrimination
The FTC and the state of Wisconsin accused Rhinelander of charging for add-ons without customers' consent and of unfairly marking up the transactions of American Indian customers. Though it agreed to the settlement, Rhinelander denies wrongdoing......»»
UN report warns of catastrophic risks to Earth systems
Melting glaciers, unbearable heat and space junk: a month before crunch climate talks in the United Arab Emirates, a UN report published Wednesday warns about irreversible impacts to the planet without drastic changes to connected social and physical.....»»
Wisconsin dealer group agrees to pay $1.1M to settle accusations of junk fees, discrimination
The FTC and the state of Wisconsin accused Rhinelander of charging for add-ons without customers' consent and of unfairly marking up the transactions of American Indian customers. Though it agreed to the settlement, Rhinelander denies wrongdoing......»»