Canadian cities continue to over-invest in policing, researcher says
Year-end debates about 2024 budgets have already begun across Canada, with cities like Waterloo and Ottawa proposing spikes in police budgets......»»
Collapse in migratory fish populations threatens health of millions and critical freshwater ecosystems
Populations of migratory freshwater fish species—including salmon, trout, eel, and sturgeon—continue to decline across the globe. This decline risks the food security and livelihoods of millions of people, the survival of countless other species,.....»»
Green infrastructure plans need to consider historical racial inequalities, say researchers
Urban planners increasingly are interested in green infrastructure projects for the health and climate benefits they bring to cities. But without attention to historical development patterns and existing power structures, such projects may not benefi.....»»
Math discovery provides new method to study cell activity, aging
New mathematical tools revealing how quickly cell proteins break down are poised to uncover deeper insights into how we age, according to a recently published paper co-authored by a Mississippi State researcher and his colleagues from Harvard Medical.....»»
Slowing climate change is possible—here"s how nations could make it happen
January 2024 marked the first year during which the globe's surface temperatures rose 1.5°C above average. Although it's unknown whether this trend will continue, it does mean that temperatures are nearing the limit agreed upon in 2015's Paris Agree.....»»
Security Bite: Most common macOS malware in 2024 so far
It is a long-standing misconception that Macs are impervious to malware. Unfortunately, this has never been the case. While Apple might hope people continue to overlook the severity, Mac users continue to be caught off guard by cybercriminals’ adva.....»»
Municipal broadband advocates fight off attacks from “dark money” groups
"Social welfare" groups spread industry talking points against public broadband. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Cities and towns that build their own broadband networks often say they only considered the.....»»
The first lithic study of level VI-B at the Mumba site in Tanzania reveals Middle Stone Age industry
Irene Solano Megías, a predoctoral researcher at the Centro Nacional de Investigación sobre la Evolución Humana (CENIEH), has just published the first techno-typological study of the most ancient lithic industry of level VI-B at the Mumba rockshel.....»»
iPhone 16 Pro rumored to get hugely better ultra-wide sensor & optical zoom
Rumors of major camera changes to the iPhone 16 Pro lineup continue, with a leaker insisting there will be an ultra-wide sensor update and one for the telephoto's zoom.Rear cameras of the iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 14 Pro MaxApple regularly makes u.....»»
Apple North Carolina campus efforts continue to move at a glacial pace
Local utilities are ready to go on the site of Apple's future North Carolina campus, but the company appears to not be particularly motivated to get the project done any time soon.The campus will be near Raleigh, North CarolinaThe campus was rumored.....»»
Supplier must continue to ship parts to Stellantis, judge rules
A judge has ruled that a Stellantis supplier must continue shipping parts to the automaker, marking a victory for the manufacturer of Jeep, Ram and other brands......»»
Researchers find that refrigerating or air-drying soil samples for future studies retains important microbial details
Post-doctoral researcher Joe Edwards and graduate student Sarah Love, both in the University of Tennessee at Knoxville's Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, have published published findings this spring that can save fellow researchers a.....»»
Consumers continue to overestimate their ability to spot deepfakes
The Jumio 2024 Online Identity Study reveals significant consumer concerns about the risks posed by generative AI and deepfakes, including the potential for increased cybercrime and identity fraud. The study examined the views of more than 8,000 adul.....»»
East Coast has a giant offshore freshwater aquifer—how did it get there?
For water-stressed cities, undersea aquifers could be a submerged solution. Enlarge / An oceangoing scientific drilling vessel may be needed to figure out how huge undersea aquifers formed. (credit: Credit: IODP) One-qua.....»»
Toyota tops supplier scorecard
Five of six automakers tracked by Plante Moran in its annual supplier Working Relations Index study improved their scores, even as changes in electrification plans and tensions over pricing continue to be a pain point......»»
Out with the old: Blue- and white- collar job labels aren"t cutting it anymore, says researcher
The old way of classifying jobs as blue- or white-collar is no longer relevant in Canada's modern labor market. Our 21st century economy and workforce are too complex to boil jobs and work categories down to a simple blue- or white-collar contrast......»»
Canadian oil city lifts wildfire evacuation orders
Residents forced to flee wildfires threatening a Canadian oil-producing hub were allowed to return home Saturday after evacuation orders were lifted......»»
Denser housing can be greener, too: How NZ can build better for biodiversity
Cities across Aotearoa New Zealand are trying to solve a housing crisis, with increasing residential density a key solution. But not everyone is happy about the resulting loss of natural habitats and biodiversity......»»
Toronto FC vs CF Montreal live stream: Can you watch for free?
Toronto FC and CF Montreal meet for the Canadian Classique tonight. Here's how to watch a live stream in the U.S. or Canada......»»
Weather eases Canadian oil sands city wildfire menace
Rain and cooler weather have halted the advance of a huge wildfire threatening the Canadian city of Fort McMurray in a major oil-producing region, officials said Thursday......»»
Comparative research on resilience-related policies and local practices in five cities worldwide
In the context of urban studies and urban planning, future cities' development and prosperity is highly related to their capacity to adapt and recover from shocks and changes caused by diverse types of hazards. Hence, resilience has emerged as a fund.....»»