England may be set to flood at the end of winter. Here"s why
Within the space of a week in February 2022, England and Wales were affected by three severe storms (Dudley, Eunice and Franklin). Persistent heavy rain led to the flooding of around 400 properties and severe flood warnings were issued for several ma.....»»
Bangladesh"s "tiny houses" tackle giant flood challenge
An award-winning architect in Bangladesh, one of the nations most at risk from flooding driven by climate change, has developed an ingenious two-floor housing solution to help people survive what scientists warn is a growing threat......»»
Which zoo animals are most active in winter and what times are best to see them?
The temperature has dropped, the nights have drawn in. The winter holidays have started, families are gathered—so where can you go to fuel the imagination and get some fresh air? A zoo might not be your first thought—but with some offering reduce.....»»
Enhancing coastal cities" flood resilience through smart city technologies
Over the rest of this century due to global warming, coastal populations are likely to face increased risk of flooding. A team of researchers has proposed how the integration of Internet of Things, 5G mobile telephony, big data and machine learning i.....»»
Saboteurs try to outfox hunters in England"s countryside
Emerging from woods in a quiet corner of rural England, a small band of anti-foxhunting campaigners have just one goal: to confuse the pack of dogs chasing a fox and prevent its death......»»
Fleeing drought, vulnerable populations face flood risk in most African countries
In 80% of African countries, human settlements move toward rivers and into cities during drought, increasing the number of people living in flood-risk areas in recent decades, according to a recent study. This resettlement pattern will likely intensi.....»»
Steam Winter Sale 2023: best deals, how long is the sale, and more
The Steam Winter sale 2023 is here to give you a great deal on any game you missed out on! Here are the hottest deals to cozy up with for this winter on PC......»»
Fungi-cranberry pairings have unsuspected potential, finds new study
At many winter holiday tables, cranberries have pride of place as an accompaniment to roast turkey and an ingredient in sparkling cocktails......»»
How to save money with your smart home this winter
Keeping your home cozy this winter is easy with the right smart home gadgets. Here's a look at some that keep you warm and save you money......»»
How to deck out your pad with smart home gadgets for the holidays
Planning for the holidays can be a stressful experience, but there are a variety of great smart home gadgets that can make your winter season a bit more jolly......»»
Snowflake accelerations mysteriously follow a predictable pattern
A winter wonderland calls to mind piles of fluffy, glistening snow. But to reach the ground, snowflakes are swept into the turbulent atmosphere, swirling through the air instead of plummeting directly to the ground......»»
Rescue teams evacuate flood-ravaged Australian town
Rescue teams on Tuesday evacuated a flood-ravaged town in northeastern Australia, racing to airlift hundreds of people to safety before they run out of food and water......»»
Reindeer vision may have evolved to spot favorite food in the snowy dark of winter
When Santa's exhausted reindeer finally set down their sleigh in the deep snow of the North Pole early Christmas morning, it's not Rudolph's radiant red nose that will help them find sustenance in the barren landscape......»»
UK project enhances legal understanding for legally accountable 10-year-olds, research finds
Most Year 5 children will know little about the law and their rights, yet at the stroke of midnight on their 10th birthday, they become criminally responsible in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland......»»
Researchers develop AI capable of determining snow depth across Switzerland using satellite images
How much snow is there up in the mountains, and where exactly is it? The answer is of just as much interest to the winter tourism industry and operators of hydropower plants as it is to winter sports enthusiasts looking to gauge the risk of avalanche.....»»
Study finds configuration of green spaces in cities determines the characteristics of their birds
An international team including researchers from the University of Granada (UGR) and the National Museum of Natural Sciences (MNCN-CSIC), has studied the distribution of 115 species of birds in spring and 72 that spend the winter in nine European cit.....»»
Climate change research: If warming approaches 2°C, a trickle of extinctions will become a flood
As delegates discuss the climate crisis in Dubai for COP28, the dazzling variety of life found on Earth hangs in the balance......»»
iPhone buyer"s guide: An iPhone to match any budget in winter 2023
Apple's iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro made some changes to the lineup, but there's still an iPhone to match just about any budget. Here's how to shop for an iPhone based on how much you have to spend.iPhone buyer's guide - iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone.....»»
Samsung Winter Sale knocks up to 64% off phones, monitors, Bespoke appliances & storage
The 2023 Discover Samsung Winter Sale is in effect now and popular gift ideas have been slashed by up to 64%. Plus, get delivery by Christmas on many orders.Save on Samsung gearWhether you're looking for an external display for your Mac or a portable.....»»
As ChatGPT gets “lazy,” people test “winter break hypothesis” as the cause
Unproven hypothesis seeks to explain ChatGPT's seemingly new reluctance to do hard work. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Benj Edwards) In late November, some ChatGPT users began to notice that ChatGPT-4 was becoming more.....»»
Are wetlands really a flood risk? Experts debunk most common myths around these precious ecosystems
Back in 2020, a grim picture of nature in the European Union emerged......»»