Coronavirus Variants Get New Names
Coronavirus variants with clunky, alphanumeric names have now been assigned the letters of the Greek alphabet to simplify discussion and pronunciation while avoiding stigma. From a report: The World Health Organization revealed the new names on Monda.....»»
Podcasting getting tougher as big names get most of the cash and audience
Podcasting is getting tougher for those who don’t already have a significant following, says a new report, as a few big names take most of the cash and get most of the audience. Recent data shows that the top 25 podcasts reach almost half of reg.....»»
The Highly Infectious FLiRT Variants Behind the Summer Covid Wave
The latest dominant Covid variants have stronger infectiousness than their predecessors and the ability to evade vaccine-induced antibodies......»»
New Pixel 9 Renders Show Possible Color Variants
The leaks continue to pour. The post New Pixel 9 Renders Show Possible Color Variants appeared first on Phandroid. There’s been no shortage of Pixel 9 leaks over the past few months – as is the tradition with any new Google sma.....»»
iOS 18 finally lets you hide app and widget names on your Home Screen, here’s how
Along with letting users customize app colors, organize apps anywhere, and more natively, iOS 18 brings a subtle new feature that cleans up the Home Screen. Here’s how to hide app names on iPhone in iOS 18. more….....»»
Study deciphers intricate 3D structure of DNA aptamer for disease theranostics
In a study published in PNAS, a research team has resolved the first high-resolution structure of the sgc8c DNA aptamer that targets protein tyrosine kinase 7 (PTK7), engineered two optimal sgc8c variants for disease theranostics efficiently, and rev.....»»
Researchers identify structural characteristics of newly emerged SARS-CoV-2 variants
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) continues to adapt to the herd immunity background and evolve into numerous sub-variants......»»
Almond genome study paves way for improved breeding strategies
A recent study has unlocked the genetic complexities of almonds, highlighting a significant degree of heterozygosity and the influence of structural variants on gene expression. The research rigorously delineates allele-specific expression patterns,.....»»
Rite Aid says breach exposes sensitive details of 2.2 million customers
Stolen data includes customer names, addresses, birth dates, and driver's license numbers. Enlarge / Rite Aid logo displayed at one of its stores. (credit: Getty Images) Rite Aid, the third biggest US drug store chain, s.....»»
Porsche adds pair of electric Macan variants, including brand"s 1st rwd crossover
The 2025 Macan represents the nameplate's first major update since it was introduced in the U.S. a decade ago......»»
Selection processes play dominant role in shaping coexisting assemblages of trees and soil fungi: Study
Community assembly is shaped by four main processes: selection—fitness differences between organisms; dispersal—organisms' movement across space; drift—unpredictable variation in abundance; and diversification—new genetic variants. However, w.....»»
Scientists pay tribute to tennis players with new insect species named after them
Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer will go down in history as two of the greatest tennis players of our time, but their names have also been immortalized in science, as two new insect species were just named in honor of the athletes......»»
Shady company relaunches popular old tech blogs, steals writers’ identities
This doesn't just threaten writers' work—it has a corrosive effect on the web. Enlarge / Professional writers' names were attached to AI content they had nothing to do with. (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images | Christina War.....»»
Study: Nanoparticle vaccines enhance cross-protection against influenza viruses
To offer cross-protection against diverse influenza virus variants, nanoparticle vaccines can produce pivotal cellular and mucosal immune responses that enhance vaccine efficacy and broaden protection, according to a study by researchers in the Insti.....»»
Fisker seeks bankruptcy judge"s approval to sell Ocean EVs for $14,000 each
The Ocean's fire sale pricing compares with some variants that originally cost about $70,000. The EV maker then lowered the sticker to about $25,000 weeks before filing bankruptcy......»»
NASA names Andre Douglas as backup Artemis II crew member
NASA names Andre Douglas as backup Artemis II crew member.....»»
I tried both Malwarebytes and Norton, and one came out on top
Malwarebytes and Norton are two top names in antivirus software but which one protects best and which has the most value.....»»
BorgWarner names new COO, restructures business units
BorgWarner Inc. has named a new COO and plans a restructuring of its business units, both of which take effect on July 1......»»
2025 Geneva show canceled; event will not be revived
An effort to revive the show, first held in 1905, in 2024 after a four-year coronavirus hiatus attracted few automakers......»»
Bentley names Porsche engineer Frank-Steffen Walliser as new CEO to lead EV shift
Porsche engineer Frank-Steffen Walliser will take over responsibility for Bentley's shift from combustion engines to electrified drivetrains......»»
Viewpoint: Banning sex crime offenders from changing their names doesn"t make us safer
The government of British Columbia recently introduced a bill to ban people convicted of serious offenses from legally changing their name. The proposed amendment to the province's Name Act would also prohibit those found not criminally responsible d.....»»