A dog"s breed can affect pain sensitivity, but not necessarily the way your vet may think
Dog breeds differ in pain sensitivity, but these differences don't always match up with the beliefs people—including veterinarians—hold about breed-specific pain sensitivity. The results appear in a new study from North Carolina State University.....»»
Coffee grounds may hold key to preventing neurodegenerative diseases
Neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and Huntington's, affect millions of people in the United States, and the cost of caring for people who live with these conditions adds up to hundreds of billions of dollars each year......»»
Study: Consumers, florists differ on floral arrangements
Consumer preferences in floral arrangements don't necessarily match the designs that florists are taught to make, according to a new study by researchers at North Carolina State University......»»
Researchers: South African university students use AI to help them understand—not to avoid work
When ChatGPT was released in November 2022, it sparked many conversations and moral panics. These center on the impact of generative artificial intelligence (AI) on the information environment. People worry that AI chatbots can negatively affect the.....»»
Predicting the response of fungal genes using a new machine-learning approach
Signals from the environment set off a cascade of changes that affect different genes in different ways. Therefore, traditionally, it has been difficult to study how such signals influence an organism. In a new study, researchers have developed a mac.....»»
Study proposes new framework to identify keystone microbial species
Microbial communities are thought to contain keystone species, which can disproportionately affect the stability of the communities, even if only present in low abundances. Identifying these keystone species can be challenging, especially in the huma.....»»
How master chess players choose their opening gambits
What influences the choices we make, and what role does the behavior of others have on these choices? These questions underlie many aspects of human behavior, including the products we buy, fashion trends, and even the breed of pet we choose as our c.....»»
Inequality hotspot map shows where women in agriculture are hit the hardest by the climate crisis
Threats posed by the climate crisis disproportionally affect certain communities and social groups that are more exposed. People living in low- and middle-income (LMIC) countries are at heightened risk. Within these countries, women typically face hi.....»»
A not so silver lining: Microplastics found in clouds could affect the weather
From the depths of the seas to snow on mountains and even the air above cities, microplastics are turning up increasingly often. Now, in Environmental Science & Technology Letters, researchers have analyzed microplastics in clouds above mountains. Th.....»»
Super Mario RPG review: kid-friendly remake dulls cult classic’s edges
Super Mario RPG is a charming ode to one of Mario's most creative adventures, though its not necessarily a better version of it......»»
This Herman Miller-style office chair is $96 in Walmart Black Friday sale
If you often find yourself in pain after getting up from your desk, it might be time for a new ergonomic chair, and this one will only cost you $96......»»
Malware operators using common attack methods on Discord
Discord users do not necessarily realize the risks they face when using the platform......»»
In search of active substances against stress-related diseases
Depression, obesity or chronic pain—all of these disorders can be triggered or promoted by stress. In two publications, researchers at TU Darmstadt show new ways of treating stress-related diseases......»»
The best cheap VPNs in November 2023
The best cheap VPNs deals, including popular services like ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Surfshark. The best VPNs aren't necessarily the most expensive. Some of the best VPNs are actually really affordable, which is great news for anyone looking to.....»»
Hands-on: Apple’s new 14-inch MacBook Pro in space ‘black’ (and why I bought it)
I made the trek to the Apple Store in Austin today to pick up a new 14-inch MacBook Pro in space black. I wasn’t necessarily planning on buying it, but the reviews and hands-on videos we saw earlier this week did pique my interest. I’ll have more.....»»
Apple Pencil (USB-C) review: A new budget option in a temporarily confusing lineup
The newest Apple Pencil with USB-C is a more universal option than what was available before, but depending on your use case, ditching pressure sensitivity may be a cost-saving step too far.The new USB-C Apple PencilApple Pencil (USB-C) arrives with.....»»
Kingpin is back with a snazzy eyepatch in trailer for darker, bloody Echo
"You have so much pain in you, so much rage that you can't contain it." Echo is the first Marvel project to feature a deaf protagonist and the first series to air all five episodes at once. If, like us, you miss the darker, more adu.....»»
1-year Sam"s Club membership for $20 & take the pain out of holiday shopping
The price of groceries is stretching budgets to the limit, but buying goods in bulk almost always helps save a few precious dollars, especially when feeding a family. Luckily, this $20 Sam's Club membership deal can save you big bucks this holiday se.....»»
Apple killed Android plans for Apple Watch
Apple planned Android support for the Apple Watch but ultimately scrapped the project once they realized it might affect iPhone sales, according to a recent Bloomberg report.Apple Watch Series 9"The move, codenamed Project Fennel, would have brought.....»»
70mai 4K A810 Dash Cam boasts 4K video, dual-channel recording, AI smarts
The 70mai A810 has launched as a 4K HDR dashcam, one that boasts the highest video quality on the market and also helps guard your vehicle with AI.70mai 4K A810 Dash CamLaunched in North America in August, the 70mai 4K A810 aims to be a best-of-breed.....»»
Okinawa"s ants show reduced seasonal behavior in areas with more human development
Insects have an important role in maintaining the health of ecosystems, but our understanding of how human activities affect their populations is limited. This gap in knowledge is worrying because of the decline of insect populations and the severe c.....»»