Dramatic burning of royal remains reveals Maya regime change
New archaeological investigations in Guatemala reveal that ancient Maya peoples did not just passively watch their dynastic systems collapse at the end of the Classic period. They actively reworked their political systems to create new governments......»»
Study highlights the transformative impact of accelerator programs on startups worldwide
A study by Valentina A. Assenova and Raphael Amit of The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, reveals that participation in startup accelerator programs significantly boosts post-acceleration performance for ventures......»»
iOS 18.3 adding Home app support for robot vacuums, per beta
Apple released iOS 18.3 beta 1 today for developers, five days after shipping iOS 18.2 to the public. One change in the new update is Home app support coming for a key new device category. more….....»»
Most iPhone owners see little to no value in Apple Intelligence so far
A new survey suggests that Apple Intelligence matters to iPhone buyers, but the majority say that the initial features add little to no value. It remains to be seen whether Genmoji and ChatGPT integration will change that view. Things are even wor.....»»
Scientists can now predict how climate change will alter plant growth cycles
On February 2, 1887, residents of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, consulted a large rodent regarding the arrival of spring, marking the first official celebration of Groundhog Day. According to Rob Guralnick, curator of biodiversity informatics at the Fl.....»»
Collaborative power of AI and citizen science can advance Sustainable Development Goals
Citizen science and artificial intelligence (AI) offer immense potential for tackling urgent sustainability challenges, from health to climate change. Combined, they offer innovative solutions to accelerate progress on the UN Sustainable Development.....»»
Q&A with archaeologist: Are climate-related calamities erasing Illinois" cultural history?
In a new report, scientists with the Illinois State Archaeological Survey describe how increased flooding, erosion and other effects of human-induced climate change are degrading many of the state's cultural sites. ISAS research archaeologist Andrew.....»»
Google may change a small, but crucial chip with the Pixel 10
For the Pixel 10 series, Google may make a small but important internal change, with a switch from Samsung modems to ones made by MediaTek......»»
Shrinking wings, bigger beaks: Birds are reshaping themselves in a warming world
For wildlife, climate change is a bit like the "final boss" the protagonist faces in a video game: big, hulking and inescapable......»»
Antimatter propulsion is still far away, but it could change everything
Getting places in space quickly has been the goal of propulsion research for a long time. Rockets, our most common means of doing so, are great for providing lots of force but are extraordinarily inefficient. Other options like electric propulsion an.....»»
Research reveals cultural fascination with female con artists
In the last few years, television shows about con women have been popping up on streaming services. From Apple TV's "Hollywood Con Queen" to Hulu's "The Dropout," audiences clearly have a thirst for stories about female scammers......»»
Google may change a small but crucial chip inside the Pixel 10
For the Pixel 10 series, Google may make a small but important internal change, with a switch from Samsung modems to ones made by MediaTek......»»
Sonos Sub 4 review: A minor update helps future proof the high-end subwoofer
Sonos didn't change its iconic look when it introduced the new Sub 4, but its minor tweaks help ensure the powerful subwoofer remains at top form for years to come.Sonos Sub 4 review: A new top contenderThe new flagship subwoofer from Sonos debuted i.....»»
Paleoenvironmental study at Waterfall Bluff reveals leopard seal far from Antarctic waters
Waterfall Bluff Rock Shelter (WB) (Eastern Cape Province (ECP), South Africa) contains archaeological deposits demonstrating persistent and continuous human occupation spanning from Late Marine Isotope Stage 3 (~39ka–29ka) to the mid-Holocene (~8ka.....»»
Climate resilience over the past 5,000 years: How human communities have adapted throughout history
According to data from the Copernicus Climate Change Service, the global average temperature in 2024 will almost certainly exceed the limit of 1.5°C above the pre-industrial average temperature as set in the Paris Climate Agreement for the first eve.....»»
AI tool enhances wildlife image analysis for climate change insights
A new AI image tool could aid the development of algorithms to analyze wildlife images to help improve understanding of how species around the world are responding to climate change, a study suggests......»»
Climate change and land use practices threaten traditional food sources in Russia"s Far East
Climate change and land-use practices could significantly alter the make-up and availability of wild traditional foods in the vast Russian Far East, a region that is home to many Indigenous Peoples who depend on those native foods......»»
Satellites capture dramatic increase in HFC-125, a potent greenhouse gas
HFC-125 is a greenhouse gas becoming a major contributor to global warming, and in the first study to use satellites to measure its concentration in the atmosphere, researchers found it has increased exponentially in the past 20 years......»»
Oxidation in glacial rivers and lakes could help mitigate methane emissions
A new study offers a rare glimmer of hope in the face of climate change, suggesting glacial rivers and lakes may play a crucial role in mitigating the effects of methane—a powerful greenhouse gas that recent studies have shown emerges as glaciers m.....»»
New housing developments failing to protect wildlife, survey reveals
New housing developments are failing wildlife on a widespread scale, according to research from the University of Sheffield and published by campaign group Wild Justice......»»
Yakuza studio reveals the return of Virtua Fighter and a new title in Project Century
The studio behind the Yakuza games, RGG Studio, presented the return of Virtua Fighter and a new game called Project Century at The Game Awards 2024......»»