A fifth of European Red List flora and fauna species may be at risk of extinction
A new analysis of 14,669 threatened species of plants and animals found in Europe reveals that about one fifth face the risk of extinction, and that agricultural land-use change poses a significant threat to these species. Axel Hochkirch of the Musé.....»»
Study: Social networks can influence perception of climate-change risk
A new paper co-written by a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign urban and environmental economics expert shows that social networks can play a significant role in influencing the financial behaviors and perception of catastrophic risks brought ab.....»»
NASA"s heliophysics experiment to study the sun on European mission
NASA announced Tuesday it selected a new instrument to study the sun and how it creates massive solar eruptions. The agency's Joint EUV coronal Diagnostic Investigation, or JEDI, will capture images of the sun in extreme ultraviolet light, a type of.....»»
European Space Agency selects two firms to build ISS cargo vehicle
The European Space Agency announced Wednesday it has selected two companies to develop a vehicle to transport cargo to the International Space Station by 2028, in a potential first step towards independent missions carrying astronauts......»»
Designing a better nest to help endangered turtles
With Ontario's eight species of turtles considered at risk, a new nest designed by researchers has the potential to significantly bolster their struggling populations......»»
Academic calls for upgrade to sewage systems to protect health
The risk to public health from human feces in our rivers and seas will increase without action to create a wastewater system fit for the future, according to a Leeds academic......»»
Lamborghini recalls $200,000 SUVs to fix hoods that may fly open
Supercar maker Lamborghini is recalling 2,133 of its high-priced sport utility vehicles in the U.S. over risk that their hoods may fly open when raced around......»»
French, Belgian astronauts named next Europeans to fly to ISS
France's Sophie Adenot and Belgium's Raphael Liegeois will be the first two from a new class of European astronauts to blast off to the International Space Station, the European Space Agency said Wednesday......»»
Wolverines to return to Colorado decades after near-extermination in the West
A solitary, wandering weasel species capable of traversing mountain passes and covering up to 15 miles a day will return to Colorado after a century-long absence......»»
Apple Music ‘best albums of all time’ countdown reveals the top 10
Apple Music’s ‘100 best albums of all time’ ranking kicked off last week, with the company revealing 10 of its choices each day, starting with 91-100. Apple has today completed its list, revealing its top 10 choices, with the number one albu.....»»
AU10TIX Risk Assessment Model identifies potential vulnerabilities
AU10TIX launched a free Risk Assessment Model that enables businesses to conduct an initial assessment of their exposure to operational, security and identity fraud risk. Drawing insights from billions of transactions processed globally and years of.....»»
Apple Music"s best 100 albums list is done, and it"s controversial
Apple Music has revealed its entire list of what its staff, music experts, and stars, say are the top 100 albums of all time — and like all best album lists, it's controversial."The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" is the best album ever made — says.....»»
China"s low-cost EV is coming to upend Europe"s vaunted turf
Even after tariffs and modifications to meet European standards, BYD executives have pledged to sell the Seagull for less than €20,000. .....»»
Half of mangrove ecosystems at risk: conservationists
Half of the world's mangrove ecosystems are at risk of collapse due to climate change, deforestation and pollution, according to a study published Wednesday......»»
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: May 22, 2024
Associate Director, Cyber Security AstraZeneca | Sweden | On-site – View job details You will develop and implement security policies, procedures, and operating practices in this role. You will coordinate risk profile development and.....»»
Collapse in migratory fish populations threatens health of millions and critical freshwater ecosystems
Populations of migratory freshwater fish species—including salmon, trout, eel, and sturgeon—continue to decline across the globe. This decline risks the food security and livelihoods of millions of people, the survival of countless other species,.....»»
All Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 achievements
Senua's second adventure in Hellblade 2 isn't a long one, but you can get a bit more out of it by hunting all the Achievements. This is the full list to unlock......»»
Utilizing machine learning models for new directions in housing planning
Machine learning models for more sustainable and affordable housing in regional areas, assessing bushfire risk as well as consideration for disability, biodiversity and also a place for animals in urban residential settings present new perspectives o.....»»
A pest of our own making: Revealing the true origins of the not-so-German cockroach
German cockroaches thrive in buildings all over the world. They're one of the most common cockroach species, causing trouble for people both here and overseas. But in nature, they're nowhere to be found......»»
7 underrated 1980s action movies that still kick butt in 2024
The 1980s supplied an abundance of classic action films. Here are seven underrated action movies that should be next on your watch list......»»
XDefiant Twitch drops: rewards list and how to redeem them
To celebrate the launch of XDefiant, Ubisoft is letting players earn free rewards through Twitch drops. Here are all the free goodies you can get your hands on......»»