A New Tool for Finding Dark Matter Digs Up Nothing
Physicists are devising clever ways to exploit the extreme sensitivity of gravitational wave detectors like LIGO. But they’ve seen no signs of exotica yet......»»
Three best iPadOS 18 features to boost productivity
The iPad makes a great leisure device for watching videos, reading, or playing games. But it can also be a powerful productivity tool. I use the iPad Pro as my primary computer, and have been enjoying three key upgrades in iPadOS 18. Here are the bes.....»»
NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for October 4
Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle. Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about fin.....»»
"Red Rooms" review: Austere giallo for our tech-detached age
A Quebecois serial killer courtroom drama that out-Finchers Fincher. Fantasia 2023's Opening Night film reviewed. She's a fashion model! She's a computer genius! She's got dark obsessions that have her fixated upon a serial killer! In the 1960s.....»»
These night vision binoculars make bird-watching cool again (now 64% off)
Save 64% on binoculars with a built-in camera and night vision for bird watching and more. Capture photos, videos, and see in the dark, all for $104.97. TL;DR: Save 64% on these binoculars for bird-watching with a built-in camera and night visi.....»»
"The Dark Knight" connection in "Joker: Folie à Deux" is laughably bad
"Joker: Folie à Deux" hints at the origins of Heath Ledger's Joker in "The Dark Knight." But who asked for this? Joker: Folie à Deux is an unfortunate hodgepodge of references to better, more interesting films, including musicals like T.....»»
Traces of antimatter in cosmic rays reopen the search for "WIMPs" as dark matter
One of the great challenges of modern cosmology is to reveal the nature of dark matter. We know it exists (it constitutes more than 85% of the matter in the universe), but we have never seen it directly and still do not know what it is......»»
U.S. port workers and operators reach deal to end East Coast strike immediately, union says
The tentative agreement is for a wage hike of around 62 percent, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters......»»
A new tool for faster, more in-depth analysis of nuclear properties and mass data
A significant advancement in nuclear-data analysis has been achieved, which is relevant for several key areas, ranging from particle and nuclear physics to clean energy and health care. Researchers have developed a new tool to process nuclear data in.....»»
New AI tool can tell you how to get what you want — from other AIs
Pronto is a new AI tool that teaches you how to talk to other AI more effectively -- in other words, how to get better at prompt engineering......»»
Aqara Smart Lock U300 is now available with Apple Home Key, Matter, and Thread support
has officially announced the release of its latest innovation in home security: the Smart Lock U300. This new smart lever lock is the third in Aqara’s lineup to support Apple Home Key. It also includes support for Thread and Matter, so it works pe.....»»
Unique IDs for individual (digital) specimens from natural history museums streamline and future-proof science
The wealth of data hosted in natural history collections can contribute to finding a response to global challenges ranging from climate change to biodiversity loss to pandemics. However, today's practices of working with collected bio- and geodiversi.....»»
Ancient protein structure may have enabled early molecular evolution and diversification
In a finding that offers fresh insights into the early evolution of life on Earth, two RIKEN biologists have conducted lab experiments that have revealed a previously unknown protein fold, which is completely absent in modern proteins......»»
Aqara’s new smart lock doesn’t use a deadbolt, offers Matter support
The Aqara Smart Lock U300 is a lever lock that doesn't use a deadbolt. Instead, it's a standard latch lock that can be used both indoors or outdoors......»»
AuthenticID Velocity Checks detects fraudulent activities
AuthenticID released Velocity Checks, a new tool that integrates with its comprehensive identity verification and fraud prevention platform. The solution leverages biometric and document analysis to detect multiple identities for fraudulent activitie.....»»
Whitepaper: Reach higher in your career with cloud security
The cybersecurity skills gap presents ongoing challenges worldwide, so organizations are scrambling to fill cloud security positions. Having a subject matter expert on staff qualified to advise on cloud security requirements is more important now tha.....»»
Attackers exploit critical Zimbra vulnerability using cc’d email addresses
When successful, attacks install a backdoor. Getting it to work reliably is another matter. Attackers are actively exploiting a critical vulnerability in mail servers sold by Zimb.....»»
Amazon illegally refused to bargain with drivers’ union, NLRB alleges
Amazon hit with NLRB complaint after deriding finding that drivers are employees. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has filed charges against Amazon, alleging that the e-c.....»»
The biodiversity jukebox: How sound can boost beneficial soil microbes to heal nature
In a race against time, scientists are exploring new ways to restore natural systems. Alongside traditional methods such as planting trees, reducing pollution and reintroducing native species, a surprising new tool is emerging: sound. Ecologists can.....»»
Metomic Data Classification automates complex data management workflows
Metomic released its Data Classification solution, making it possible to discover, classify and secure sensitive data at scale across Google Workspaces. Metomic’s latest innovation is an AI-powered tool that automates complex data management workfl.....»»
Q&A: Researchers examine link between light pollution and interest in astronomy
Picture walking outside on a dark, cloudless evening. You look up to admire the stars—maybe even a planet, if you're lucky—and a sense of wonder washes over you. New research from the University of Washington shows this might be more than a memor.....»»