Can JWST tell the difference between an exoEarth and an exoVenus?
As of October 2023, astronomers have discovered 5,506 exoplanets orbiting other stars. That number is growing daily, and astronomers are hoping, among other things, to find Earth-like worlds. But will we know one when we see it? How might we be able.....»»
Can dogs tell the difference between when we are unable to do something for them, versus being simply unwilling?
A team of researchers at the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, working with a colleague from AS University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands, has found evidence that suggests dogs, under some circumstances, are able to understand the int.....»»
The best speakers for 2023: great hi-fi options for music and more
From critical music listening to furniture-shaking home theater, a great pair of speakers can make all the difference. We found the top picks on the market......»»
RTX 4090 connectors are melting again, and this time there’s a major change
After a bit of a reprieve, we've just heard of another case of the RTX 4090 connector melting. This time, there's a major difference......»»
Astronomers May Have Just Spotted the Universe’s First Galaxies
NASA’s new JWST space telescope has revealed some cosmic surprises, including galaxies that might have assembled earlier than previously thought......»»
New study reveals wide diversity of galaxies in the early universe
New data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have revealed that the structures of galaxies in the early universe were much more diverse and mature than previously known. Scientists recently compared images of hundreds of galaxies taken by JWST.....»»
How the "Kimchi premium" on crypto affects overseas remittances
The "Kimchi premium" is a term used to refer to the gap between the price of bitcoins in South Korean versus Western exchanges. This difference, which was first observed in 2016, is caused due to the high demand for a limited supply of bitcoins. The.....»»
James Webb telescope reveals Milky Way–like galaxies in young universe
New images from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) reveal for the first time galaxies with stellar bars—elongated features of stars stretching from the centers of galaxies into their outer disks—at a time when the universe was a mere 25% of.....»»
N.Y., CFPB sue Credit Acceptance, allege unaffordable, misleading loans
The difference between the amount financed in an auto loan and what Credit Acceptance would pay a dealership represented a hidden finance charge, the New York Attorney General's Office and CFPB alleged......»»
Enabling nanoscale thermoelectrics with a novel organometallic molecular junction
The Seebeck effect is a thermoelectric phenomenon by which a voltage or current is generated when a temperature difference exists across a conductor. This effect is the basis of established and emerging thermoelectric applications alike, such as heat.....»»
ATtiny3217 Curiosity Nano
The ATtiny3217 Curiosity Nano is an evaluation board from Microchip featuring one of their newer 1-series AVR microcontrollers. Microchip has made an effort to produce maker-friendly evaluation boards, so there isn’t much difference between this b.....»»
Ten times this year the Webb telescope blew us away with new images of our stunning universe
It is no exaggeration to say the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) represents a new era for modern astronomy......»»
Foster children can easily lose their first language, but giving it a place in daily life can make a big difference
Imagine a ten-year-old girl who has been through things no child should ever have to endure. She is told that there is a nice couple who will take care of her, but she's heard that before, and has learned not to trust it......»»
Amplified security trends to watch out for in 2023
In 2023 and beyond, organizations can expect to continue dealing with many of the same threats they face today but with one key difference: expect criminals to leverage technological advancements to optimize the effectiveness of their attacks. You sh.....»»
Astronomers spot stars in the most distant galaxies for the first time
Since it launched on December 25th, 2021, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has taken the sharpest and most detailed images of the universe, surpassing even its predecessor, the venerable Hubble Space Telescope. But what is especially exciting ar.....»»
New study on optimizing microbial fuel cells shows electrode material can make all the difference
At present, microbial fuel cells are mainly used in research laboratories to generate electricity. In order for industrial applications to be considered in the future, the fuel cells must be further developed so that they can produce consistently hig.....»»
The UK Is Enduring an Onslaught of Scarlet Fever. Is the US Next?
The US is more alert to the risks of strep infections, but the UK has better data. It’s not clear which makes more difference in controlling disease......»»
Airbnb finds people have more trouble booking stays if hosts think they are Black
Airbnb on Tuesday said it has found a "meaningful difference" in the booking success rate for users who are perceived to be White compared to those who are perceived to be Black. The findings come after the company launched an initiative to uncover a.....»»
Naturally derived materials fit for 3D printing: Impact of biomass ash content on biocomposite properties
The presence of minerals called ash in plants makes little difference to the fitness of new naturally derived compound materials designed for additive manufacturing, an Oak Ridge National Laboratory-led team found......»»
Telescope-inspired microscope sees molecules in 6D
A new technology, inspired in part by the design of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), uses mirror segments to sort and collect light on the microscopic scale, and capture images of molecules with a new level of resolution: position and orientati.....»»
It’s time we learn to value all-ages games as much as ‘mature’ ones
This year's Game Awards nominees highlight a difference in how we see all-ages games versus mature ones......»»