Air quality warning as Oregon wildfire grows
A wildfire raging out of control in Oregon grew in size Tuesday as residents faced evacuation orders and worsening air quality as multiple blazes scorch the US West......»»
Yellowknife study warns of unprecedented arsenic release from wildfires
The wildfire season of 2023 was the most destructive ever recorded in Canada and a new study suggests the impact was unprecedented. It found that four of the year's wildfires in mine-impacted areas around Yellowknife, Northwest Territories potentiall.....»»
How to Save Your Home From a Wildfire
Small improvements to the roof, siding, windows, and vents of your house can make a big difference when threatened by the risk of flames......»»
Researchers enhance tool to better predict where and when wildfires will occur
A newly enhanced database is expected to help wildfire managers and scientists better predict where and when wildfires may occur by incorporating hundreds of additional factors that impact the ignition and spread of fire......»»
Organic polymer blend microspheres exhibit ultra-low threshold lasing with highest reported quality factor
Researchers at IMDEA Nanociencia have fabricated high quality microspheres from conjugated organic polymer blends with excellent lasing properties. The laser emission of the microspheres has the highest quality factor reported to date, Q>18,000......»»
Best Nespresso deals: cheap espresso machines starting at $137
If you're Jonesing for high-quality espresso and coffee, we've got you covered with these Nespresso deals......»»
I reviewed the McAfee+ Premium bundle for antivirus protection. Is it worth it?
I researched and tested McAfee antivirus to check its malware protection, VPN quality, and customer service to find out is it offers good value......»»
How to increase the resolution of an image in Photoshop
Do you need a picture that’s sharper, clearer, and better quality for a project or website? Here’s how to increase the resolution of an image in Photoshop......»»
Samsung delays Galaxy Buds3 Pro release over quality concerns
"It tore from the inside instantly." Enlarge / A marketing image for the Galaxy Buds3 Pro. (credit: Samsung) Samsung is delaying the release of the $250 Galaxy Buds3 Pro in the US from July 24 to August 28, per its webs.....»»
Working to strengthen Pacific Northwest defenses against wildfires and wildfire smoke
In the summer of 2020, wildfire smoke blanketed the city of Portland, Oregon, leading to a prolonged period of poor air quality and health concerns for residents. Subsequently, in 2021 the city experienced a heat wave with temperatures reaching as hi.....»»
Samsung apologizes for Galaxy Buds 3 Pro quality, temporarily suspends deliveries
After reports of users inadvertently ripping the silicone eartips of the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, Samsung has decided to halt deliveries of the wireless earbuds......»»
Google will start ridding the Play Store of “low quality” apps
The Google Play Store is home to millions of apps, but not all of them are of equal quality, and it’s something Google is taking action on. The post Google will start ridding the Play Store of “low quality” apps appeared first on Phandroid......»»
Samsung hits pause of Galaxy Buds 3 pre-orders over QC issues
It seems that Samsung has halted the pre-orders for its Galaxy Buds 3 series following reports of poor quality control. The post Samsung hits pause of Galaxy Buds 3 pre-orders over QC issues appeared first on Phandroid. At the Samsung Gala.....»»
NASA sounding rocket launches, studies heating of sun"s active regions
Investigators at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, will use observations from a recently-launched sounding rocket mission to provide a clearer image of how and why the sun's corona grows so much hotter than the visible surfa.....»»
Genetic study reveals key to mulberry anthocyanin richness
Unlocking the genetic secrets of mulberry anthocyanin content, a study illuminates the regulatory mechanisms that dictate fruit color and nutritional quality. By assembling and analyzing the genomes of two distinct mulberry cultivars, researchers hav.....»»
Green agendas clash in Nevada as company grows rare plant to help it survive effects of a mine
A botanist gently strokes the pollen of endangered wildflowers with a paintbrush as she tries to reenact nature inside a small greenhouse in the shadow of the Sierra Nevada......»»
Unlocking the genetic code of Amur grape: Insights into plant cold tolerance and evolution
The Amur grape, indigenous to eastern Asia, is known for its remarkable cold tolerance, able to withstand temperatures as low as -40°C. Despite its significant potential for breeding and agricultural applications, the absence of high-quality genomic.....»»
Better dams offer major benefits to farmers and livestock
Managing the water quality of farm dams is critical to the health of livestock as well as boosting crop production, according to new research from the Sustainable Farms group at The Australian National University (ANU)......»»
Beats Pill quality and Apple Music growth subjects of new Apple VP interview
According to an Apple VP in a new interview, Apple's strategy for Apple Music and Beats products, like the Beats Pill, is to be the quality option for fans.Beats Pill (2024)Apple subsidiary Beats by Dre updated its long-time portable speaker, the Bea.....»»
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What good refurbished Apple Prime Day deals there are are about to vanish. Check these out......»»
Sea ice"s cooling power is waning faster than its area of extent, new study finds
As sea ice disappears and grows less reflective, the Arctic has lost around a quarter of its cooling power since 1980, and the world has lost up to 15%, according to new research led by University of Michigan scientists......»»