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The best PC fans
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Study explores impacts of Arctic warming on daily weather patterns in the US
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How Do Heat Pumps Work?
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A trip to the coast, a dip in the pool, and a snow-chilled drink: How ancient Romans kept cool in summer
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The first Europeans reached Ukraine 1.4 million years ago, new study finds
During warm periods in Earth's history, known as interglacials, glaciers the size of continents pulled back to reveal new landscapes. These were new worlds for early humans to explore and exploit, and 1.4 million years ago this was Europe: a Terra nu.....»»
How to find and use transcripts in Apple Podcasts
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Bald eagles eat prairie dogs? Researchers underscore relationship between raptors and rodents in the Great Plains
We all know that bald eagles like fish. Few of us, however, picture them soaring over grasslands seeking out prairie dog snacks. In a paper published in the Journal of Raptor Research, lead author Courtney Duchardt and co-authors make the case that p.....»»
Affordable adventure: 10 cool things about Rivian R2, R3, R3X crossovers
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Frostpunk 2: release date, trailers, gameplay and more
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Scent of a Lincoln: 5 cool things on the redesigned Nautilus
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Air cooling vs. liquid cooling: Which is best for your PC in 2024?
Air cooling and liquid cooling are the two main ways to keep your PC cool. But which is the best solution for your PC? Let's find out together......»»
Spekboom bushes protect earth but can they cool Earth?
Andre Britz pulled over his pick-up truck on a rocky mountain track to show off the nature-preserving powers of southern Africa's spekboom shrub......»»
A cybercriminal is sentenced, will it make a difference?
The darknet is home to many underground hacking forums in which cybercriminals convene, freely sharing stories, tactics, success stories and failures. Their unguarded discussions allow our team to peek into the politics and ethics behind recent adver.....»»
Apple MacBook Air M3 vs. MacBook Air M2: What’s the difference?
The MacBook Air M3 has a few tricks up its sleeve, but is it really worth the extra cash?.....»»
These tiny worm-like creatures in the soil can destroy pests but they can also kill crops—an expert"s guide to nematodes
Whether you're a gardener growing food for your household, a small-scale farmer or a commercial producer, soil matters. You cannot really tell the difference between healthy and unhealthy soil just by looking at it. But there are organisms in the soi.....»»
M3 MacBook Air vs M1 MacBook Air -- Compared
Apple's M3 MacBook Air update isn't much of a change compared to the M2 version, but it is for the M1. Here's what a two-generation difference makes for the MacBook Air.M3 MacBook Air vs M1 MacBook AirMonday's introduction of the M3 MacBook Air famil.....»»
How psychology can help people live more climate-friendly lives—lessons from around the world
Quick and easy interventions that inspire people to take direct climate action are the holy grail. Behavioral scientists and policymakers are keen to learn which small steps can make the biggest difference. One of the largest experiments ever conduct.....»»
Nothing Phone 2a design revealed: Still transparent, still pretty cool
Another day, another teaser of Nothing's upcoming entry-level phone, the Nothing Phone 2a. Nothing's upcoming entry-level smartphone, the Nothing Phone 2a, has been extensively leaked ahead of its official launch; mostly by Nothing itself. Now,.....»»
Windows 11 Photos app gets sick new AI feature – macOS users may get envious
The Windows 11 Photos app has a cool new feature that may elicit envy from macOS and Chromebook users. Windows 11 Photos has gotten a lot of love from Microsoft lately. Last fall, the Redmond-based tech giant introduced new AI-based features fo.....»»
Level up your fitness journey with these fitness tracker deals
As of Feb. 29, score deals on fitness trackers from brands like Apple, Garmin, and Fitbit. Now that the weather's starting to warm up, it's time to get out there and get moving. Be sure to record those runs and workouts with a fitness tracker t.....»»