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Bali-like temperatures in Wyoming? Fossils reveal tropically hot North America 95 million years ago

A new University of Michigan study that used fossil oyster shells as paleothermometers found the shallow sea that covered much of western North America 95 million years ago was as warm as today's tropics......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgMay 10th, 2022

Fewer wells leaking methane in North Sea than expected

Less than two percent of the abandoned wells in the Dutch part of the North Sea are leaking methane originating from shallow gas accumulations. That conclusion was reached by researchers from NIOZ and TNO, in collaboration with the Dutch State Superv.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Building a diverse wildland fire workforce to meet future challenges

Every year around this time, California's wildland firefighters hold their breath as hot, dry winds threaten to spread flames across the state. As such conflagrations grow in size and severity throughout the Western U.S., the strain on fire managers.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Young coral use metabolic tricks to resist bleaching, research reveals

Coral larvae reduce their metabolism and increase nitrogen uptake to resist bleaching at high temperatures, according to a study published November 12 in the open-access journal PLOS Biology by Ariana S. Huffmyer of the University of Washington, US,.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

From swamps to Appalachia, how South of Midnight captures a seldom-seen America

We got a much closer look at Xbox's upcoming South of Midnight, giving us a better feel of how its bringing the American south to life......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

If you have to watch one Hulu movie in November, stream this one

One of Nicolas Cage's wildest films is celebrating 20 years this month, and it's our pick for the one Hulu movie that you have to watch in November......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Grand Theft Auto: The Definitive Edition trilogy gets a welcome update after 3 years

Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition was poorly received at launch, but after three years, it seems to have gotten a much-needed update......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Hot Topic breach: Has your credit card info been compromised?

If you’re wondering whether your personal and financial data has been compromised in the massive Hot Topic breach, you can use two separate online tools to check: Have I Been Pwned? or DataBreach.com. Which data was compromised? News of a poten.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

5 years ago, The Mandalorian made Star Wars fun again

Five years ago, The Mandalorian showed a new path forward for Star Wars. How did it so quickly lose its way?.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Using CRISPR to decipher whether gene variants lead to cancer

In recent years, scientists have created a range of new methods based on CRISPR-Cas technology for precisely editing the genetic material of living organisms. One application is in cell therapy: A patient's immune cells can be specifically reprogramm.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

North Korean hackers use infected crypto apps to target Macs

North Korean hackers have disguised malware in seemingly harmless macOS apps using sophisticated code to bypass security checks and target unsuspecting users.Malware apps continue to target Mac usersIn a recent discovery, researchers at Jamf Threat L.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Mazda gives the 2025 CX-50 a big efficiency boost to 38 mpg with hybrid power

A great interior and decent economy, but a harsh ride and numb steering. Mazda won itself a lot of fans over the years with the sharp styling and attention to detail of its engagi.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

iOS 18.2 fixes one of the most annoying aspects of the new Photos app

Apple introduced a brand new interface to its Photos app with iOS 18, which for years had looked pretty much the same. Unsurprisingly, while some users liked the update, others are still reluctant to approve the new app. But there was one very annoyi.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Stalker 2 preload guide: release date, file size, and preorder

Pull on your gas masks and watch your Geiger counters because Stalker 2 preload information is coming in hot. Here's what you need to know before it arrives......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

The Incredible Power of Quantum Memory

Researchers are exploring new ways that quantum computers will be able to reveal the secrets of complex quantum systems......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

The public implications of private substitutes for electric grid reliability

Climate change events have, in recent years, placed increasing strain on public electrical grids in the United States. In response to this vulnerability, some consumers are turning to private alternatives to the electric utility, like generators and.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

53 years of survey data confirm African elephant decline

Habitat loss and poaching have driven dramatic declines in African elephants, but it is challenging to measure their numbers and monitor changes across the entire continent. A new study has analyzed 53 years of population survey data and found large-.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

Was "Snowball Earth" a global event? New study delivers best proof yet

Geologists have uncovered strong evidence from Colorado that massive glaciers covered Earth down to the equator hundreds of millions of years ago, transforming the planet into an icicle floating in space......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

Air quality problems spur $200 million in funds to cut pollution at ports

Diesel equipment will be replaced with hydrogen- or electric-power gear. Raquel Garcia has been fighting for years to clean up the air in her neighborhood southwest of downtown De.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

Man gets 10 years for stealing $20M in nest eggs from 400 US home buyers

Instead of celebrating a closing, some US home buyers lost everything. A Nigerian man living in the United Kingdom has been sentenced to 10 years for his role in a phishing scam t.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

New greenhouse gas projections show Colorado moving in right direction to reduce pollution

Colorado is projected to fall short of its benchmarks for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the next five years, but a new look at progress shows that, like a person trying to lose weight for a class reunion, the state has shaved off a few more po.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024