Are new corals in Sydney dangerous invaders or harmless refugees?
Worsening environmental pressures, such as higher sea temperatures, are causing the catastrophic loss of coral cover around the globe. As the waters of the Great Barrier Reef warm, subtropical corals are heading south in search of cooler waters......»»
Coral select algae partnerships to ease environmental stress
Corals live symbiotically with a variety of microscopic algae that provide most of the energy corals require, and some algae can make coral more resilient to heat stress. In assessing one of the main reef builders in Hawai'i, Montipora capitata (rice.....»»
Multi-organ chip detects dangerous nanoparticles
What happens when we breathe in nanoparticles emitted by, for example, a laser printer? Could these nanoparticles damage the respiratory tract or perhaps even other organs? To answer these questions, Fraunhofer researchers are developing the "NanoCub.....»»
This dangerous vulnerability tricks researchers by mimicking old threats
The CVE-2022-41040 and CVE-2022-41082 zero-day flaw has been brought to Microsoft's attention after its Exchange email servers were left exposed to bad actors......»»
Even the Windows logo isn"t safe from malware
Chinese hackers are smuggling dangerous malware in images, and attacking government organizations with them.....»»
The surprising Swiss-army-knife-like functions of a powerful enzyme
Blue-green algae (AKA cyanobacteria) have a superpower which likely helps them be highly successful as invaders of waterways. They have an extraordinary ability to store energy and nitrogen in their cells for times of need. But how exactly they do so.....»»
"Extinct" wood-eating cockroach rediscovered after 80 years
A large wingless wood-eating cockroach, unique to Australia's Lord Howe Island and thought extinct since the 1930s, has been rediscovered by a University of Sydney biology student......»»
New snack recall: These delicious chocolates might be dangerous
After a Halloween candy recall a few days ago, there’s another candy recall everyone needs to be aware of. This time, it’s a recall for dark chocolate almonds. Like the candy corn snacks, the almonds contain an allergen that isn’t l.....»»
This dangerous hacking tool is now on the loose, and the consequences could be huge
A dangerous hacking tool has just been cracked and is now spreading quickly, potentially putting countless people at risk......»»
From super-sealings to the detection of dangerous cables thanks to ion beams
When accelerated neutrons or ions bombard a material, its surface layer undergoes dramatic physical and chemical transformations. The National Center for Nuclear Research in Swierk, Poland, has managed to learn in detail about the processes occurring.....»»
Make cooking safe for all, including those in developing countries, say indoor air pollution experts
Developing countries should focus on keeping unnecessary occupants, such as children, out of kitchens during cooking to help reduce their exposure to dangerous levels of air pollution, recommends a study by the University of Surrey......»»
Research reveals bed bugs produce potentially dangerous amounts of histamine
University of Kentucky (UK) College of Agriculture, Food and Environment entomologists made eye-opening discoveries in a recent bed bug study, finding the bugs produce large amounts of histamine that may pose risks to humans......»»
When dangerous toxins teach fundamental biology
"What our work shows is how a complex in the center of the cell, the ER-Golgi interaction region, controls plasma membrane cholesterol, which is essential for many cellular functions, if not essential for multicellular life," says Professor Gisou van.....»»
Three reasons Hurricane Ian poses a major flooding hazard for Florida: A meteorologist explains
Hurricane Ian strengthened into a major hurricane on Tuesday as it headed for Florida and was on track to bring dangerous storm surge to the coast and flooding rainfall to large parts of the state. Several areas, including around Tampa Bay, were unde.....»»
Underwater heat "inferno" ravages Mediterranean corals
In the temperate shallows of the Mediterranean, once-vibrant red and purple coral forests that provide a crucial haven for biodiversity now stand bleached and brittle, transformed into skeletons by record summer temperatures, scientists say......»»
Experts say the iPhone 14’s satellite feature may have a dangerous side effect
The iPhone 14 allows you to send short messages from remote locations, but experts say the feature could also give adventurers a false sense of security......»»
Potato recall issued in 14 states due to a potentially dangerous allergen
A Melissa’s potatoes product was hit with a recall because it contains eggs, and the ingredient is not listed on the label. Potatoes alone do not contain traces of egg, but the Melissa’s Dutch Red Potatoes recall covers a product that ships with.....»»
Smartphones and Laptops Are Chemical Reactors
Smartphones and laptops are chemical warehouses. We need to do better managing the dangerous chemicals that emit all sorts of toxins. Continue reading........»»
This dangerous Android spyware could affect millions of devices
Microsoft warns a known Android spyware is back, with new weapons in its arsenal......»»
Hackathon finds dozens of Ukrainian refugees trafficked online
Europol also identified dozens of online users suspected of exploiting refugees. Enlarge (credit: SOPA Images / Contributor | LightRocket) Earlier this year, the International Organization for Migration reported that more than.....»»
The best ways to safeguard crypto assets
The mainstream emergence of cryptocurrency, coupled with its popularity among cybercriminals, has created a potentially dangerous environment for those with significant crypto holdings. In this Help Net Security video, Nick Percoco, Chief Security Of.....»»