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We want to hear from you. Many of you know that most of our staff is spread out all over these United States, but what you might not know is that it has been more than five years.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaNov 12th, 2024

How Valve made Half-Life 2 and set a new standard for future games

From physics to greyboxing, Half-Life 2 broke a lot of new ground. It's Half-Life 2 week at Ars Technica! This Saturday, November 16, is the 20th anniversary of the release of Hal.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated News10 hr. 36 min. ago

Revisiting the Stanford Prison Experiment 50 years later

Ars chats with director Juliette Eisner and original study participants in new documentary series. In 1971, Stanford University psychologist Philip Zimbardo conducted a notorious.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated News15 hr. 4 min. ago

Revisting the Stanford Prison Experiment 50 years later

Ars chats with director Juliette Eisner and original study participants in new documentary series. In 1971, Stanford University psychologist Philip Zimbardo conducted a notorious.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated News16 hr. 35 min. ago

Calling all Ars readers! Your feedback is needed.

We want to hear from you. Many of you know that most of our staff is spread out all over these United States, but what you might not know is that it has been more than five years.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated 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

Ars Live: Our first encounter with manipulative AI

On Nov. 19, join Benj Edwards and Simon Willison's live YouTube chat about the "Great Bing Chat Fiasco of 2023." In the short-term, the most dangerous thing about AI language mode.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

European ocean research community calls for enhanced monitoring to improve ocean observation

European marine researchers are calling for an urgent improvement and standardization of ocean monitoring. The call is also addressed to the international community, which gathers in Baku starting today (Nov. 11) for the UN Climate Change Conference.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

New strategies needed to combat immune system-damaging poultry virus detected on UK farms

Researchers working to understand the prevalence of a virus that can severely damage the immune system of chickens have said that new strategies are needed to improve the control of the disease in the UK......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Understanding causes of echo chambers: Political news selective exposure across countries

In our digital age, with easy access to a vast array of information, one would think that readers would naturally be exposed to a wide range of perspectives. However, the opposite seems to be happening, especially in countries like the United States.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

iPad mini 7 review: a more mighty micro tablet

There's not much new to talk about regarding the iPad mini 7 beyond the chipset upgrade that provides a much-needed mid-life upgrade.iPad mini 7 review: a more powerful miniIt's human nature to like something simply because it looks new and different.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 8th, 2024

Recap: Our “AI in DC” conference was great—here’s what you missed

Experts were assembled, tales told, and cocktails consumed. It was fun! Ars Technica descended in force last week upon our nation's capital, setting up shop in the International S.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

The Ars redesign is out. Experience its ad-free glory for just $25/year.

No better moment than now. Whew—the big event is finally behind us. I'm talking, of course, about the Ars Technica version 9 redesign, which we rolled out last month in response.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Braving sharks and hordes of urchins, scientists are growing kelp one forest at a time

The weathered UC Davis Marine Laboratory looms in thick fog on the edge of the ocean near Bodega Bay. Inside, an experiment is playing out that gives a badly-needed boost to Northern California's kelp forests—underwater cathedrals of green and gold.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Public health initiatives needed to promote healthy working at home, say researchers

Home-worker's perceptions of their workload and their ability to switch off after the working day are among a list of factors associated with health and well-being related behaviors......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Symbiotic provides developers with real-time feedback on potential security vulnerabilities

Symbiotic Security launched a real-time security for software development that combines detection and remediation with just-in-time training – incorporating security testing and training directly into the development process without breaking develo.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Mac monitors could finally receive the big upgrade they’ve always needed

A rumor suggests Apple may be strategically planning to introduce a 90Hz refresh rate for the Studio Display......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Ensuring a bright future for diamond electronics and sensors by perfecting the growth process

Researchers are developing new ideas about the best ways to make lab-grown diamonds while minimizing other forms of carbon, such as soot. These diamonds aren't destined for rings and necklaces, though. These are the kinds that are needed for the comp.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Frantic Aides Narrowly Stopped Trump Calling His Rival Appalling Slur

Frantic Aides Narrowly Stopped Trump Calling His Rival Appalling Slur.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  yahooRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Pollution level in Pakistan megacity hits new high, says official

Air pollution in Pakistan's second biggest city Lahore soared on Saturday, with an official calling it a record high for the smog-choked mega city......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 3rd, 2024

Air monitor records pollution level in Lahore 80 times above WHO limit

Air pollution in Pakistan's second biggest city Lahore soared on Saturday more than 80 times over the level deemed acceptable by the World Health Organization (WHO), with an official calling it record high......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 2nd, 2024