525-million-year-old fossil defies textbook explanation for brain evolution
Fossils of a tiny sea creature that died more than half a billion years ago may compel a science textbook rewrite of how brains evolved......»»
Fetal cells can be traced back to the first day of embryonic development
Though more than 8 million babies have been born through in vitro fertilization (IVF), 70% of IVF implantations fail. As IVF is becoming a more common route to pregnancy in cases of infertility, there is a need for better understanding of embryonic d.....»»
Discovery of the first ancestors of scorpions, spiders and horseshoe crabs
Who were the earliest ancestors of scorpions, spiders and horseshoe crabs? A Ph.D. student from the University of Lausanne (Switzerland), with the support of a CNRS researcher, has identified a fossil that fills the gap between modern species and tho.....»»
Here’s how the new Cross-Platform Tracking Detection works in iOS 17.5
Apple on Monday released iOS 17.5 to iPhone users. The update brings some new features to Apple News+ and also introduces Cross-Platform Tracking Detection – an anti-stalking feature announced last year in partnership with Google. Read on as we det.....»»
Study reveals insights into protein evolution
Rice University's Peter Wolynes and his research team have unveiled a breakthrough in understanding how specific genetic sequences, known as pseudogenes, evolve. Their paper was published May 13 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences......»»
Persistent strain of cholera defends itself against forces of change, scientists find
A deadly strain of cholera bacteria that emerged in Indonesia back in 1961 continues to spread widely to this day, claiming thousands of lives around the world every year, sickening millions, and with its persistence, baffling scientists......»»
Here’s how the new Cross-Platform Tracking Detection works in iOS 17.5 works
Apple on Monday released iOS 17.5 to iPhone users. The update brings some new features to Apple News+ and also introduces Cross-Platform Tracking Detection – an anti-stalking feature announced last year in partnership with Google. Read on as we det.....»»
Elon Musk laid off the Tesla Supercharger team; now he’s rehiring them
Last week the CEO said Tesla will spend $500 million expanding the charger network. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | NurPhoto) Two weeks ago, Tesla CEO Elon Musk enacted widespread layoffs throughout the company, includin.....»»
The Vivo X100 Ultra might be 2024’s new smartphone camera champion
The Vivo X100 Ultra might be one of the best camera smartphones of the year already. Take a look at what it offers......»»
Sonic Automotive aims to add 300 service technicians by year end
The groupso far this year has added about 40 technicians......»»
Chinese fruit fly genomes reveal global migrations, repeated evolution
Fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster), which humans have inadvertently spread around the globe, arrived in China roughly 4,000 years ago, according to a new population genomics study that adds to our understanding of the insect's global migration, de.....»»
Two-year study shows some varieties of annual flowers have a place in pollinator-friendly gardens
While wildflowers and perennials are a must for supporting pollinators, there's no denying the popularity of many annual flowers for their colorful, visual appeal. Annuals are often thought of as pollinator "deserts," but a new study suggests choosin.....»»
Researchers complete mitochondrial genome analysis of endangered plant Primulina hunanensis
Primulina hunanensis is a perennial herb in the genus Primulina Hance of the family Gesneriaceae. It is very adaptable to low-light and barren cave environments, and is unique in its species evolution and environmental adaptation. P. hunanensis has b.....»»
Does the Milky Way have too many satellite galaxies?
The Large and Small Magellanic Clouds are well-known satellite galaxies of the Milky Way, but there are more. It is surrounded by at least 61 within 1.4 million light years (for context the Andromeda galaxy is 2.5 million light years away) but there.....»»
M4 is the first Apple silicon chip to debut on iPad, so when will it arrive on the Mac?
It’s been only a couple of months since Apple’s most popular Mac was updated to the M3 chip, and about half a year since the M3 first debuted. But already, thanks to the M4’s inclusion in the new iPad Pro, prospective Mac buyers are wonderi.....»»
Optical power evolution in fiber-optic networks: New framework for better modeling and control
With the emergence of internet services such as AI-generated content and virtual reality, the demand for global capacity has surged, significantly intensifying pressures on fiber-optic communication systems. To address this surge and reduce operation.....»»
Bid to end deadly cooking methods which stoke global warming
Fifty countries are meeting in France on Tuesday to discuss the lack of access to clean cooking methods worldwide which causes millions of deaths every year and fuels global warming......»»
The OnePlus Open 2 might not happen this year
If you’re looking forward to the OnePlus Open 2, then you might have to wait until next year as the handset could skip 2024. The post The OnePlus Open 2 might not happen this year appeared first on Phandroid. A lot of modern day foldable.....»»
Apple Store workers in Maryland vote in favor of a strike over working conditions
Two years ago, Apple Store workers in Towson, Maryland voted in favor of unionization, making it the first Apple retail location in the United States to unionize. Now, those Apple Towson Town Center employees have authorized a strike, after “a year.....»»
Toyota"s massive $13.9B battery complex prepping to start production next year to power hybrids, EVs
Toyota's largest-ever investment in N.A. manufacturing is taking shape in rural N.C.; will ultimately provide batteries for locally built EVs, hybrids and PHEVs......»»
Toyota dealer adds $2 million satellite for new battery plant workers
Toyota of Greensboro will open a new $2 million delivery and service center exclusively for 5,100 new employees of automaker's new N.C. battery plant......»»