Beach cleans aren"t just good for the sea—they can boost mental health and encourage better behavior
I love exploring the shoreline. I wander along my local Devon beach at least once a week, and my curiosity is naturally pulled to the high water line. I enjoy discovering pretty shells but also the rubbish that the sea has washed in. The colors, shap.....»»
The role of Rubisco in food and energy security
As global food and energy demand continues to grow, researchers are exploring multiple strategies to boost crop productivity. While engineering plant enzymes and biochemical pathways that are more efficient remains a transformative goal, this review.....»»
Marvel Rivals devs say cross-progression is coming, but not soon
Marvel Rivals' devs say that cross-progression is coming, but they aren't sure when. Keep any optional purchases limited to one platform for now......»»
Here’s the new hybrid Honda Prelude, on sale late 2025
This version will feature something called Honda S+ Shift, to boost engagement. The fact that Honda was working on a new Prelude coupe was not entirely secret—not after the auto.....»»
Study finds digital hyperconnectivity leads to employee "techno-strain"
A new study has shown that employees are experiencing mental and physical techno-strain due to being "hyperconnected" to digital technology, making it difficult for people to switch off from work......»»
Protective salt marshes along coasts are in danger across the globe but it"s not too late to act, researchers say
Salt marshes are among coastal habitats endangered by both rising sea levels and urban development......»»
2D materials boost p-type transistor performance, paving way for future tech
After dominating the electronics industry for decades, conventional silicon-based transistors are gradually approaching their limits, which is preventing engineers from further reducing their size without affecting their performance. To continue adva.....»»
How institutions transform weak reputation incentives into strong cooperation drivers
Institutions form the backbone of human societies. They foster cooperation by rewarding prosocial behavior and punishing selfish actions. However, they face a fundamental paradox: While they are designed to incentivize cooperation, institutions thems.....»»
Stem cell transplants could save the world"s corals, say researchers
Climate change is bleaching and killing off vast amounts of the world's coral due to rising sea temperatures. Dr. Benyamin Rosental of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and his colleagues have proposed an out of the box potential solution: transplan.....»»
Novel platinum complex shows strong antiproliferative effects with low toxicity in preclinical prostrate cancer models
Prostate cancer remains a global health challenge, ranking as the second most commonly diagnosed cancer among men. Although treatments like androgen deprivation therapy have been effective for early-stage prostate cancer, advanced stages, such as cas.....»»
Simple enrichment reduces boredom and boosts welfare in housed dairy cows
Understanding dairy cow behavior has been a hot topic of dairy science research in the last few decades. In a special issue of JDS Communications dedicated to behavior in dairy animals, a new study highlights the importance of environmental enrichmen.....»»
How the pandemic changed police response to mental health needs in one city
The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic not only threatened individuals' physical health but also seriously strained mental health and access to care. A new study has analyzed police data from one U.S. city before and after the start of the pandemic to ex.....»»
Plagiarism detection software sparks widespread student concern
In a new study, around half of the high school and university students from seven European countries are concerned about the use of plagiarism detection software in education. Their concerns lead to counterproductive behavior and misdirected learning.....»»
The Garmin Vivoactive 5 is down to $200. It’s one of my favorites
The Garmin Vivoactive 5 is one of my favorite smartwatches. It's great for workouts and looks good too. It's on sale now at Garmin for a great price......»»
The most common iPhone 16 problems (and how to fix them)
Apple's new iPhone 16 lineup packs in powerful new AI features and more, but the new iPhones aren't without their growing pains. Here are some common problems you may encounter — and how to fix them......»»
After wildfires, ranchers face two-year delay to graze cattle on federal land—is it doing more harm than good?
Lightning struck deep in the central Idaho mountains on July 24, 2024, igniting the Wapiti Fire that burned across 129,063 acres around Stanley, Idaho—a place known for its scenic vistas and idyllic rural landscape......»»
Collaborative power of AI and citizen science can advance Sustainable Development Goals
Citizen science and artificial intelligence (AI) offer immense potential for tackling urgent sustainability challenges, from health to climate change. Combined, they offer innovative solutions to accelerate progress on the UN Sustainable Development.....»»
Twins were the norm for our ancient primate ancestors—one baby at a time had evolutionary advantages
Twins have been rare in human history and for that reason can seem special. Many cultures associate twins with health and vitality, while others see them as a philosophical reminder of the duality of life and death, good and evil. Some famous twins a.....»»
Apple hopes foldable and thinner iPhones will boost sales
There's more news about Apple's first foldable products. The news is interesting and exciting at the same time......»»
Sea sponge-inspired microlenses offer new possibilities in optics
Beneath the ocean's surface, simple marine animals called sea sponges grow delicate glass skeletons that are as intricate as they are strong. These natural structures are made of a material called silica—also known as bioglass—that is both lightw.....»»
Luigi Mangione fake news could have been easily avoided by Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence managed to create a piece of Luigi Mangione fake news last week, thanks to the notification summary feature. It somehow decided that the suspect in the killing of United Health CEO Brian Thompson had shot himself. The mistake, i.....»»