Can We Beat the Housing Crisis By 3D-Printing Homes?
"As housing prices across the country continue to skyrocket, an Iowa-based company, Alquist 3D, is looking to combat the crisis by 3D-printing homes," reports NexStar Media: Alquist, one of a few U.S. companies that 3D-prints houses, is looking to.....»»
Climate crisis prompts Biden to halt new gas export facilities
The United States, which ships more liquefied natural gas (LNG) than any other country, is hitting pause on new export facilities, the Biden administration announced Friday in a step hailed as vital to tackling the climate crisis......»»
Scientists develop high-precision droplet printing platform for single cell phenotype screening
With the rapid development of genome synthesis and editing technologies, droplet-based single-cell phenotype screening has become increasingly important. However, precise and high-throughput distribution of target droplets into specific macroscopic m.....»»
How GM"s Cruise tried — and failed — to contain self-driving safety crisis
Intentional or not, delays in sharing information on robotaxi crash played outsized role in how the company's problems unfolded, report finds......»»
Colombia seeks international aid to combat forest fires edging in on homes
Colombia appealed on Thursday for international aid as it battled dozens of forest fires burning vast swathes of the country and encroaching on homes in the capital......»»
Papa’s Gonna Build You a PancakeBot
How food printing became a family affair for PancakeBot creator Miguel Valenzuela. The post Papa’s Gonna Build You a PancakeBot appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
EV battery startup Our Next Energy gets financing after liquidity crisis
“We were clearly strapped for cash,” said Paul Humphries, who took over the CEO role late last year from founder Mujeeb Ijaz. .....»»
Apple snagged another iPhone record, topping Chinese sales for the first time ever
Counterpoint data recently suggested that Apple beat Samsung in global smartphone sales across 2023, and a new report today suggests that the company set another iPhone record last year. Despite surprise born-again competition from Huawei, the iPh.....»»
The Pixel 8 has an amazing camera. Can this new Android phone beat it?
Can the OnePlus 12 beat the excellent Google Pixel 8 in a camera test? We put them together to find out......»»
Researchers: Britain is at bursting point and its flood barriers need to be updated
Flooding is the top environmental hazard identified in the UK's National Risk Register, after a pandemic. Around one in six homes are currently at risk of flooding—a value likely to increase......»»
World"s largest database of weeds lets scientists peer into the past, and future, of global agriculture
A new database of weeds that can help scientists understand how traditional agricultural systems were managed throughout history, could provide insights into how global trends like the climate crisis could affect the resilience of our modern-day food.....»»
Residential Architect: Work, Salaries, Jobs, Education, and Ethics
Residential architects design residential buildings, including private homes, apartment complexes, and townhouses. The key responsibilities of a residential architect include meeting with clients, developing initial designs, preparing detailed plans,.....»»
"The Woman In the Wall" blends horror and crime caper to tell a shameful part of Irish history
With Ruth Wilson and Daryl McCormack, "The Woman in the Wall" delves into Ireland's Magdalene Laundries and "mother and baby homes". What do you know about the Magdalene Laundries? If you grew up in Ireland, or perhaps the UK, you’ve prob.....»»
I tested the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra"s battery life. Does it beat iPhone 15 Pro Max?
We tested the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's battery life, but does it last long on a charge? I tested the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra to see how long it lasts on a charge. However, I wanted to see how well it stacks up against the iPhone 15 Pro Max i.....»»
Delhi smog: India"s cities must look beyond their limits to clean up air pollution
Delhi needs the help of its rural neighbors to finally beat its killer smog problem, concludes a review carried out by the University of Surrey and regional government officials in Delhi, India. The work is published in the journal Sustainable Horizo.....»»
Liquid lithium on the walls of a fusion device helps the plasma within maintain a hot edge
Emerging research suggests it may be easier to use fusion as a power source if liquid lithium is applied to the internal walls of the device housing the fusion plasma......»»
Despite the climate crisis, Scotland is burning as much carbon-rich peatland as it did in the 1980s
Hillsides splashed with purple heather are a symbol of Scotland and its natural beauty. But these picturesque moorlands are actually maintained by people—a practice that is coming under intense scrutiny as the climate crisis escalates......»»
"It"s not game over—it"s game on": Why 2024 is an inflection point for the climate crisis
In 2024, global climate trends are cause for both deep alarm and cautious optimism. Last year was the hottest on record by a huge margin and this year will likely be hotter still. The annual global average temperature may, for the first time, exceed.....»»
"Doomsday Clock" remains at 90 seconds to midnight
The symbolic "Doomsday Clock" was held at 90 seconds to midnight Tuesday, reflecting existential threats to humanity posed by potential nuclear escalation from the war in Ukraine and the multiplying impacts of the climate crisis following Earth's hot.....»»
Tekken 8 review: Beat Up Your Dad Simulator 2K24
While Tekken 8's Arcade mode is a miss, the excellent fighting game contains a wild story mode that you can't miss......»»
OnePlus 12 review: the new Android phone to beat in 2024
The OnePlus 12 is here to kick things off for the new year of smartphone releases. Is it worth the $800? Let's find out......»»