BCG: Death of globalization? No, its "re-globalization"
Although TSMC founder Morris Chang said "globalization is almost dead" at the first-tool-in ceremony of TSMC's Arizona factory the day before, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) has different thoughts. "Many people talk about de-globalization, actually it.....»»
Grass puffer fish may communicate with each other using a non-toxic version of their deadly toxin
A delicacy in Japanese cuisine, puffer fish (fugu) also contain a lethal toxin. Improperly prepared puffer fish can cause the person eating it to experience food poisoning and a swift death. Such a terrible event can happen because the fish's liver a.....»»
US Department of Defense uses CHIPS Act funding to overcome technological "valley of death"
With the passing of the CHIPS and Science Act, the US Department of Defense has kick-started its 'Microelectronics Commons', according to a press release dated November 4 from the Department of Defense. It is described as a national network that will.....»»
Oculus co-founder makes a VR headset that can literally kill you
Sword Art Online inspires Palmer Luckey to put explosive charges on a Quest Pro. Enlarge / Looks comfortable... (credit: Palmer Luckey) The idea that dying in a video game or simulation could cause your death in real lif.....»»
The mysteries of the astronaut biome
How might space travel change the human microbiome, which is linked to so many ailments? Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Space poses some massive dangers for humans, from black holes to the heat death of t.....»»
Researchers explore the role of congregations in racial justice
A trio of University of Arkansas at Little Rock investigators are exploring the role that Little Rock congregations play in faith-based, racial justice efforts, including the response of congregations after the 2020 death of George Floyd......»»
Stellantis issues ‘do not drive" warning for 276,000 vehicles with defective Takata airbags after 2 deaths
A third death is suspected by Stellantis. Models cited in the airbag warning are 2005-10 Dodge Magnums, Chargers, Challengers and Chrysler 300s......»»
More rain on the way as Philippine storm death toll hits 150
The death toll from a powerful storm that triggered flooding and landslides across the Philippines has reached 150, disaster officials said Thursday, as more rain was forecast in some of the hardest-hit areas......»»
Has the iconic Western red cedar reached a tipping point?
Six years have passed since Bruce Albert witnessed the sudden, inexplicable death of a dozen Western red cedars on his property......»»
Apple Watch helps 81-year-old call 911 after falling while alone: ‘I just can’t rave enough about it’
Apple Watch rescue stories aren’t always life of death situations. Sometimes you just find yourself in a precarious situation and need a little help, which is what happened to an 81-year-old Minnesota man just three weeks after buying his first Ap.....»»
RIP Google Hangouts, Google’s last, best chance to compete with iMessage
Today Google realizes it needs to fight iMessage, but it's 8 years too late. Enlarge Today, November 1, 2022, Google Hangouts is scheduled for death. The phone app has been individually booting people off the service si.....»»
The ghostly remnants of a dead star captured in stunning image
The ghostly Vela supernova remnant is located 800 light-years away and was created by the death of a star around 11,000 years ago......»»
The Spooky Science of How Undead Spores Reanimate
These cells—and the way they reawaken—can tell biologists quite a lot about life, death, and the gray zone in between......»»
Get Sky Stream and Netflix from just £26 a month
TL;DR: An 18-month subscription to Sky Entertainment and Netflix is available from £26 a month for a limited time.Could this be the death of the satellite dish? It certainly looks that way, because Sky Stream is here to stay.Sky Stream offers u.....»»
Rare Baby Mummy Identified as Austrian Noble
Researchers have identified a rare baby mummy as the firstborn son of a count of Austria, and rickets may have led to the child’s death.....»»
Dead crustaceans washing up on England"s north-east coast may be victims of the green industrial revolution
Thousands of dead and dying crabs and lobsters washed up along a 50km stretch of England's north-east coast last autumn. Observers reported seeing the animals experience peculiar behaviors including convulsions, before suffering paralysis and death......»»
A common drug used for racehorses could increase risk of sudden death
A commonly administered drug used in 94% of thoroughbred racehorses could increase risk of sudden death, according to a new study......»»
A microbe"s local environment can be the difference between life and death
The microbial world shapes essentially every facet of our lives. Whether they are in the soils where our food is grown, or the lungs of a person with an infection, or at the bottom of the ocean, microbes live in diverse communities made up of multipl.....»»
Taiwan invites Chinese veterinary experts as beloved panda nears death
Chinese veterinary experts have been invited to Taiwan, zoo officials said Thursday, for a rare visit between the two sides after a male panda that symbolized an era of warmer ties was moved into end of life care......»»
Study reveals how naturally-occurring compound kills major drug-resistant bacteria
Scientists analyzing the effects of an organic compound on drug resistance bacteria have discovered how it can inhibit and kill a germ that causes serious illness or in some cases death......»»
Section 230 shields TikTok in child’s “Blackout Challenge” death lawsuit
Mourning mom can't beat Section 230 by "creatively labeling" claims, judge says. Enlarge (credit: Anadolu Agency / Contributor | Anadolu Agency) As lawsuits continue piling up against social media platforms for allegedly causi.....»»