Dark Energy Camera captures remains of a massive star that exploded nearly 11,000 years ago in huge gigapixel image
This colorful web of wispy gas filaments is the Vela Supernova Remnant, an expanding nebula of cosmic debris left over from a massive star that exploded about 11,000 years ago. Located around 800 light-years away in the constellation Vela (the Sails).....»»
Chandra X-ray Observatory"s clear, sharp photos help astrophysicist study energetic black holes
When a star is born or dies, or when any other very energetic phenomenon occurs in the universe, it emits X-rays, which are high-energy light particles that aren't visible to the naked eye. These X-rays are the same kind that doctors use to take pict.....»»
Orangutan diplomacy: Why Malaysia"s scheme is attracting criticism before it starts
Malaysia plans to gift orangutans to major economic partners, as a way of improving its international image and building alliances. The "orangutan diplomacy" plan was confirmed by the nation's plantation and commodities minister, Johari Abdul Ghani,.....»»
Astronomers help find most distant galaxy using James Webb Space Telescope
An international team of astronomers today announced the discovery of the two earliest and most distant galaxies ever seen, dating back to only 300 million years after the Big Bang. These results, using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), mark.....»»
Become an iPhone video master with this powerful new app
The team behind the Halide camera app has launched Kino, a video app for the iPhone that aims to do for your movies what Halide did for your stills......»»
Fracking wastewater has “shocking” amount of clean-energy mineral lithium
40% of US need for lithium could be covered by Pennsylvania's fracking byproduct. Enlarge / A hydro-fracking drilling pad for oil and gas operates October 26, 2017 in Robinson Township, Pennsylvania. (credit: A fracking drilling.....»»
How to connect just about any vintage Mac to a modern monitor
HDMI is the de facto standard for connecting a monitor to a Mac and has been for many years, but there are many older Macs out there that can't be easily connected to that modern connector. Here's how to connect your vintage Mac to your new monitor.A.....»»
Abandoned farmlands could play a role in fighting climate change. A study shows exactly where they are
Farmland is often a battleground in the fight against climate change. Solar panels and energy crops are pitted against food production, while well-intended policy choices can create incentives for farmers to till up new lands, releasing even more hea.....»»
New sensing techniques can detect drought tolerance in ancient crops, may inform new breeding programs
Drought is the most devastating environmental stress that farmers face worldwide. With the added pressures of climate change, drought years have become less predictable, more frequent and more severe......»»
New wind speed sensor uses minimal power for advanced weather tracking
Researchers have unveiled a pioneering breeze wake-up anemometer (B-WA), employing a rolling-bearing triboelectric nanogenerator (RB-TENG) that provides a new strategy for low-energy consumption environmental monitoring. The ability of the B-WA to op.....»»
Research team shows theoretical quantum speedup with the quantum approximate optimization algorithm
In a new paper in Science Advances, researchers at JPMorgan Chase, the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory and Quantinuum have demonstrated clear evidence of a quantum algorithmic speedup for the quantum approximate optimiza.....»»
Samsung’s crazy Odyssey Ark gaming monitor is $1,200 off
Samsung has a huge discount on its spectacular Odyssey Ark gaming monitor bringing the 55-inch model down to $1,800. Here's why you need it......»»
Hurry! You can still save up to $1,000 on a Samsung Frame TV
Samsung has a huge discount on the Samsung 85-inch The Frame QLED TV meaning you can get the stylish TV for $1,000 off for a limited time......»»
Lenovo gaming laptops are up to $700 off post-Memorial Day
Lenovo has a huge sale on some great Lenovo gaming laptops with substantial savings to be enjoyed right now......»»
The 17-inch HP Envy laptop has a massive $420 discount today
The HP Envy is a great laptop model and it's even more appealing with a touchscreen and at $420 off the regular price......»»
Hurry! This GoPro HERO12 bundle has a rare price cut right now
The GoPro HERO12 Black action camera bundle, which includes the brand's latest model and some useful accessories, is available from Best Buy for only $400......»»
RIP ICQ: Remembering a classic messaging app that was way ahead of its time
ICQ will cease operations June 26. If you know, you know. Enlarge / ICQ in Windows 98. (credit: Samuel Axon) After nearly 28 years in operation, messaging service ICQ will cease operations on June 26, according to its cu.....»»
Job listing suggests Apple is moving forward with plans for Apple TV on Android
After years of rumors, Apple TV+ could finally launch on Android platforms, but a job listing is the only evidence of progress.Apple TV could be coming to Android smartphonesThe Apple TV app is necessary to watch Apple TV+ and purchased iTunes conten.....»»
Climate and health benefits of wind and solar dwarf all subsidies
By displacing fossil fuels, wind and solar saved the US $250 billion over 4 years. Enlarge (credit: Ashley Cooper) When used to generate power or move vehicles, fossil fuels kill people. Particulates and ozone resulting.....»»
Save $500 on this Samsung 85-inch QLED TV for a limited time
Best Buy has a massive $500 off the equally massive and fantastic Samsung 85-inch QN85C Neo QLED TV. Here's why you don't want to miss out......»»
This enormous liquid cooler is truly next-level
Hyte just unveiled a few new cooling solutions at Computex 2024, including a massive 360mm cooler that should live up to its name......»»