"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......»»
Man jailed for stalking ex-girlfriend with an AirTag
A UK man has been sentenced to nine weeks in prison after using Apple's AirTags to track his ex-partner's car.Christopher Paul Trotman, 41, had been in what his ex-girlfriend described as a "controlling" relationship for over ten years before their b.....»»
Bird behavior influenced by human activity during COVID-19 lockdowns
For humans, the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic were a stressful time, marked by fear, isolation, canceled plans and uncertainty. But for birds that inhabit developed areas of the Pacific Northwest, the reduction in noise and commotion from pande.....»»
"The Menu" trailer will make you never want to eat out again
Usually the only terrifying thing about boujie fine dining experiences is the price tag attached to them. And perhaps the occasional food item that grosses you out. Directed by Mark Mylod, The Menu puts a new spin on fear-inducing gastronomy with wha.....»»
Never fear, Microsoft Office users - you won"t be cut off early after all
Company goes back on initial block on using Office 2016 and 2019, but warns users about potential Microsoft 365 issues......»»
Cisco puts app-performance tools in the cloud
Cisco is taking aim at better controlling the performance and development of core applications with a new AppDynamics cloud service and open-source development tools.AppDynamics Cloud is a cloud-native service designed to let enterprises observe a.....»»
Toyota offers make-goods, buybacks to bZ4X EV customers after recall
The automaker issued an emergency stop-sale on the 2023 bZ4X and told consumers to stop driving it immediately for fear the wheels may fall off. It is offering a series of make-goods to approximately 260 owners and lessees, who still can't drive the.....»»
SpaceX debris discovered in Australian sheep paddock
A charred chunk of space junk found jutting from a paddock by an Australian sheep farmer was confirmed to be part of one of Elon Musk's SpaceX missions by authorities Thursday......»»
Scientists identify key mechanism controlling skin regeneration
It's sunburn season. Many of us have experienced the pain and peeling that comes from unprotected time in the sun, but we may not focus on a remarkable and vital part of the process: the regeneration of skin as the damaged tissue is replaced with new.....»»
A better way to quantify radiation damage in materials
It was just a piece of junk sitting in the back of a lab at the MIT Nuclear Reactor facility, ready to be disposed of. But it became the key to demonstrating a more comprehensive way of detecting atomic-level structural damage in materials—an appro.....»»
Don"t Fear China"s Falling Rocket--Fear the Future It Foretells
Long considered trivial, the effects of rocket launches and reentering space debris on global warming and ozone loss could soon become too large to ignore.....»»
43% Of People Polled Are Scared Of The Potential Of Sentient AI
The idea of machines becoming smart enough to rise up and take over the planet is nothing new, and perhaps that's why so many fear sentient AI. The idea of machines.....»»
New method of controlling qubits could advance quantum computers
Quantum computing, a field that relies on the principles of quantum mechanics to calculate outcomes, has the potential to perform tasks too complex for traditional computers and to do so at high speeds, making it in some ways the new frontier for sci.....»»
Acoustics researchers develop novel underwater carpet cloak
Acoustic camouflage, realized by controlling wave propagation, has attracted much attention in recent years. Aided by a reflecting surface, acoustic carpet cloak has become one of the most practically feasible invisibility devices......»»
How to make a flower pot in Minecraft
It can be hard to remember just how to make flower pots sometimes. Never fear, because we are here to help you perfect your gardening experience in Minecraft......»»
Scientists calculate the risk of someone being killed by space junk
The chance of someone being killed by space junk falling from the sky may seem ridiculously tiny. After all, nobody has yet died from such an accident, though there have been instances of injury and damage to property. But given that we are launching.....»»
The chemical controlling life and death in hair follicles
A single chemical is key to controlling when hair follicle cells divide, and when they die. This discovery could not only treat baldness, but ultimately speed wound healing because follicles are a source of stem cells......»»
More news, more worry during pandemic
Anxiety and fear went hand in hand with trying to learn more about COVID-19 in the early days of the pandemic in the United States—and the most distressed people were turning on the television and scrolling through social media, according to resear.....»»
Under attack, global sexual health "can"t rely on US"
Religious campaigns and political interference could threaten hard-won reproductive health rights in the global South in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court decision on abortion, health advocates fear......»»
New study offers hope to endangered species troubled by neophobia
Findings from a new study investigating how birds experience neophobia, which is the fear of new things, could play a vital role in helping to save Critically Endangered species......»»
Product showcase: Passwork – the best solution for work with corporate passwords
Passwork aims to enable efficient and secure working processes through the automated management of passwords and corporate accounts. Quickly access all employee credentials. Local system administrators are tasked with monitoring and controlling emplo.....»»