Apes constantly reinvent the wheel
Great apes do not pass on their behavior to the next generation. Unlike humans, they do not copy the specific knowledge of those around them, instead learning it anew in each generation. This is shown in a study by Dr. Alba Motes-Rodrigo and Dr. Clau.....»»
Scientists invent new resorbable biomaterials for implantable medical devices
What if we had tiny devices in our bodies that could constantly monitor damaged arteries, accelerate bone regeneration and wound healing, or facilitate drug delivery for cancer treatment? This could open up remarkable opportunities for the treatment.....»»
Do technological civilizations depend on atmospheric oxygen?
Nearly 2 million years ago a species of upright apes known as Homo erectus began to use fire. It was a gradual process, from opportunistic users of natural fires to masters able to craft flames from flint and tender. We are their descendants. We are.....»»
Chevy cancels entry-level version of Blazer EV as deliveries begin
The electric crossover is launching this month with an all-wheel-drive RS trim priced at $60,215 including shipping......»»
Apple is teaching Siri how to read lips
Future Apple devices may be able to use motion detection to read lips, and so trigger Siri without needing a microphone to constantly listen out for commands.HAL 9000 background source: Warner BrosIf you're old enough, the notion of Siri being able t.....»»
Chevy cancels entry-level version of Blazer EV
The electric crossover is launching this month with an all-wheel-drive RS trim priced at $60,215 including shipping......»»
This breezy 3D platformer wears its simplicity as a badge of honor
Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara may not reinvent the 3D platformer, but its simple and sweet design is its greatest strength......»»
Mutation accessibility fuels influenza evolution
The influenza (flu) virus is constantly undergoing a process of evolution and adaptation through acquiring new mutations. Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have added a new layer of understanding to explain why and how flu viruses c.....»»
Honda Prologue EV Will Feature Built-In Google Infotainment Tech
Even if HondaLink is a good system, it will never be as good as the smartphone tech developed by Apple or Google The post Honda Prologue EV Will Feature Built-In Google Infotainment Tech appeared first on The News Wheel......»»
What’s Going On With Used Car Prices?
There are many reasons car prices have gone up, and they’re all intermingled in complex ways. The post What’s Going On With Used Car Prices? appeared first on The News Wheel......»»
A new Achilles heel of the bacterial cell wall
The bacterial cell wall must be constantly remodeled in order to grow and divide. This involves the close coordination of lytic enzymes and peptidoglycan synthesis. In their study published in Nature Communications, researchers led by Martin Thanbich.....»»
Prime Video drops Wheel of Time S2 trailer ahead of San Diego Comic-Con
"You're not a spoke, boy. You are the water that turns the wheel itself." The Wheel of Time, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine, returns to Prime Video for its second season in September. The planned Wheel of Time panel at San Diego.....»»
Why am I online? Research shows it"s often about managing emotions
Most of us go online multiple times a day. About half of 18- to 29-year-olds surveyed in a 2021 Pew Research Study said they are "almost constantly" connected......»»
The 10 best Simpsons movie parodies ever
From a non-sensical Planet of the Apes musical to a sly spoof on James Bond, these 10 movie parodies are the best in The Simpsons' long history......»»
Employment has a positive effect on maternal well-being, but women with very young children may need more support
The number of working mothers in Germany has been rising for years, and they find themselves constantly balancing between work and family. Research shows that being employed has a positive effect on a person's health and well-being......»»
Chimpanzee heart check via digital camera may help curb cardiovascular disease
A world-first experiment to measure chimpanzee heart rates via a digital camera could help curb cardiovascular disease in great apes in captivity and provide valuable insights into how their brain develops from an early age......»»
New laser-based method could help scientists discover new puncture-resistant materials
A bullet piercing the protective armor of a first responder, a jellyfish stinging a swimmer, micrometeorites striking a satellite: High-speed projectiles that puncture materials show up in many forms. Researchers constantly aim to identify new materi.....»»
Researchers ask: Is time-constrained promotion effective in sales?
Consumers are constantly bombarded with enticing product promotions and time-limited offers. That might be a flash sale on an e-commerce platform or a time-constrained deal at a physical store. Businesses use these marketing tools to trigger consumer.....»»
Study reveals reason hellbenders are disappearing
The gigantic, slimy salamanders known as hellbenders, once the apex predators of many freshwater streams, have been in decline for decades, their population constantly shrinking. No one knew why. William Hopkins, professor in the Department of Fish a.....»»
Try not to laugh at Google’s cringe-worthy Pixel shorts
Google has recently released a bunch of Shorts on YouTube to advertise its Pixel phones, so try not to cringe too much. The social media landscape is one that is constantly evolving. It used to be that social media was primarily about pho.....»»
Discovery of a new mechanism that may promote healthy aging of our cells
All biological processes in our cells are constantly monitored to prevent the accumulation of defective proteins. In the worst case, such protein clumps can trigger diseases. The synthesis of new proteins is particularly susceptible to errors. Errono.....»»