Cephalopods: Older than previously thought?
Possibly the oldest cephalopods in the Earth's history stem from the Avalon Peninsula in Newfoundland (Canada) discovered by scientists from Heidelberg University. The 522-million-year-old fossils could turn out to be the first known form of these hi.....»»
There were more black holes in the early universe than we thought, research finds
Supermassive black holes are some of the most impressive (and scary) objects in the universe—with masses around 1 billion times more than that of the sun. And we know they've been around for a long time......»»
Methane emissions from dairy farms higher than thought—but conversion to biogas could reduce emissions
New research has found methane emissions from slurry stores on dairy farms may be up to five times greater than official statistics suggest—and highlights the huge potential for turning them into a renewable energy source......»»
AI models identify marine biodiversity hotspots in Mozambique
A new study led by staff from the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) in East Africa has used a predictive artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm to confirm the location of previously-unmapped high marine biodiversity areas along Mozambique's extensi.....»»
Networking doesn"t have to be a chore. Here are three ways to make it more enjoyable and effective
Does the thought of putting on a fake smile and making idle small talk with strangers in order to advance your career send shivers down your spine? Do you avoid networking as a result? If so, you're not alone......»»
Poor countries recycle far more imported plastic than previously thought—but it"s not enough
Countries like Malaysia import many metric tons of plastic waste from Europe each year, paying a few pennies per kilo. This might seem strange, but according to Kai Li, it makes sense......»»
iOS 18.0.1 coming soon with iPhone and iPad bug fixes [Update]
Update October 2, 2024: The release of iOS 18.0.1 is imminent. The information was shared on social media by a private account with a strong track record. The account has previously shared details about upcoming iOS software updates on multiple diffe.....»»
Save up to 24% on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4!
It's currently on sale right now with a deal that brings it closer in price to cheaper alternatives. The post Save up to 24% on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4! appeared first on Phandroid. While it’s an older smartwatch at this point, th.....»»
What makes a person seem wise? Global study finds that cultures do differ—but not as much as you"d think
We all admire wise people, don't we? Whether it's a thoughtful teacher, a compassionate doctor, or an elder in the community, we recognize wisdom when we see it. But have you ever thought about how people in different cultures perceive wisdom? Does s.....»»
Why we need to talk about older people and climate change in Africa
Africa is often viewed as a relatively young continent, with less than 7% of the population over 60. But this is set to change. Declining fertility rates and increasing life expectancy mean that by 2050, the number of people over 60 in Africa is proj.....»»
These five Apple products will likely be discontinued next month
Apple is expected to hold their next keynote in October, with a focus on the iPad and Mac. However, the introduction of new products also means saying goodbye to older ones. These are some Apple products you probably won’t be able to buy from the A.....»»
Steam doesn’t want to pay arbitration fees, tells gamers to sue instead
Valve previously sued a law firm in attempt to stop mass arbitration claims. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | eccolo74) Valve Corporation, tired of paying arbitration fees, has removed a mandatory arbitration clause from.....»»
Ryugu samples call into question previous ideas about the formation of carbon-rich asteroids
Asteroid Ryugu possibly did not travel as far from its place of origin to its current near-Earth orbit as previously assumed. New research published in the journal Science Advances suggests that Ryugu was formed near Jupiter......»»
macOS Sequoia fixes a problem that’s bugged me for years
Apple’s macOS Sequoia comes with an iPhone Mirroring feature, and its new drag-and-drop ability has improved my workflow in ways I never thought I’d see......»»
The 25 best YouTube videos for kids (September 2024)
Toddlers can prep for bathtime, grade schoolers do themed yoga, and older kids learn about human anatomy in the best YouTube videos for kids......»»
Wear OS 5 is rolling out to older Pixel Watches
Google has started to roll out the Wear OS 5 update to both the Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2, so keep an eye out for it! The post Wear OS 5 is rolling out to older Pixel Watches appeared first on Phandroid. If you happen to own the origin.....»»
Your Google Pixel Watch is about to big update to Wear OS 5
Didn't upgrade to a Pixel Watch 3? Don't worry, your older Pixel Watch is about to get a big update starting today......»»
How to Downgrade from iOS 17.7 to iOS 17.6.1 [u]
This is how to bring your iPhone back to iOS 17.6.1 from iOS 17.7. If you run into problems on your iPhone and you think moving your device back to an older version of iOS 17 could help and this guide will help you downgrade. Update: Apple recently.....»»
New study reveals how much influence global powers have on the economy
Do the United States and China truly shape the global economic agenda? A new study investigating the relationship between global powers and the stock market has revealed they have more economic influence than previously thought......»»
Previously unknown Neolithic society in Morocco discovered: North Africa"s role in Mediterranean prehistory
Archaeological fieldwork in Morocco has discovered the earliest previously unknown farming society from a poorly understood period of northwest African prehistory......»»
Column: How I beat the high cost of new cars
Like many Americans, my wife and I consider ourselves priced out of the new-car market. Low-mileage, older used cars are how to beat high prices......»»