Experiments show coating rice seedling with nanoscale carbon dots from durian helps rice plants thrive in salty soil
Extreme weather and pollution have increased the salt content in some soil, making growing conditions harsh for salt-sensitive crops like rice. Now, researchers reporting in ACS Nano detail a possible solution that doesn't require genetic modificatio.....»»
300-foot high Wallace & Gromit animation created on iPhone 16 on show at Apple’s UK campus
Apple has sponsored a 300-foot high Wallace & Gromit animation, which is being projected daily onto the walls and chimneys of Battersea Power Station, home to the company’s UK headquarters. A set of eight iPhone 16 Pro Max models was used to cre.....»»
Severance gets official companion podcast alongside season two release
The popular Apple sci-fi drama Severance is getting an official companion podcast, alongside the release of season two. The podcast will be hosted by the show’s director Ben Stiller, and star Adam Scott (Mark). It will include appearances from othe.....»»
Arizona chip plants could make 2nm chips from 2028, claims TSMC
Things haven’t exactly been going to plan with TSMC’s Arizona chip plants, but the company is claiming that the second plant could be making 2nm chips in the US as early as 2028. Previously announced plans talked only of 3nm chips by this date......»»
Google Maps app showing incident reports from Waze
As part of the redesigned incident reporting across all platforms, Google said Maps would show Waze reports for users to confirm while navigating. This is beginning to roll out. more….....»»
Echo Show 21 vs. Echo Show 10: Is the bigger smart display better?
The new Echo Show 21 might offer a larger touchscreen, but is it a better smart display than the Echo Show 10? Here's everything you need to know......»»
Deep clear-water lake analysis shows shallow water areas crucial for nutrient balance in lakes
Even deep clear water lakes, which are considered particularly valuable ecosystems, can show signs of eutrophication and algae growth—often for no apparent reason......»»
Researchers highlight cultural importance of plants for people in Borneo
Borneo's nature is rich in unique plant life, which is central to the culture and survival of many of its people. This is revealed in a new biocultural database developed by researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), showin.....»»
Tellurium nanowires show potential for room-temperature ferroelectricity and data storage
A discovery by an international team of scientists has revealed room-temperature ferroelectric and resistive switching behaviors in single-element tellurium (Te) nanowires, paving the way for advancements in ultrahigh-density data storage and neuromo.....»»
Stomata study provides new insights in plant response to high temperatures and drought
We are increasingly confronted with the impacts of climate change, with failed harvests being only one example. Addressing these challenges requires multifaceted approaches, including making plants more resilient......»»
Our outrage over social media posts helps misinformation spread, study shows
Social media posts containing misinformation evoke more moral outrage than posts with trustworthy information, and that outrage facilitates the spread of misinformation, according to a new study by Killian McLoughlin and colleagues......»»
Genetic factors in woodland strawberries promote cold tolerance
Climate change is shifting the seasons, pushing crop plants to their limits. For example, sudden frost episodes in late spring can be detrimental to strawberries in the bed. Wild species, on the other hand, are often more resilient......»»
Returning the Amazon Rainforest to Its True Caretakers
Indigenous peoples forced from the Amazon rainforest are finally getting the legal power to return—and it’s not only about justice. Under their stewardship, the forests can thrive......»»
New data analysis tool will help insurance firms assess probable liabilities
State-of-the-art software enabling insurance companies to judge with unprecedented accuracy how much cash to keep in the bank will help the industry thrive. It will lead to higher profits, an ability to insure more and more competitive premiums for c.....»»
An unexpected delay in a standard quantum optical process generates pairs of photons
Since it was first demonstrated in the 1960s, spontaneous parametric down-conversion (SPDC) has been at the center of many quantum optics experiments that test the fundamental laws of physics in quantum mechanics, and in applications like quantum sim.....»»
Tesla’s humanoid robot ‘got a new hand for Black Friday’
A new video appears to show that Tesla's Optimus robot has mastered the complex process of catching an object in midflight......»»
Car tires shed a quarter of all microplastics in the environment. Urgent action is needed
Every year, billions of vehicles worldwide shed an estimated 6 million tons of tire fragments. These tiny flakes of plastic, generated by the wear and tear of normal driving, eventually accumulate in the soil, in rivers and lakes, and even in our foo.....»»
Where to watch the 2024 National Dog Show
The 2024 National Dog Show will feature 1,940 dogs competing for the title of Best in Show. Find out how to where a live stream of the event......»»
Where to watch the 2024 National Dog Show for free
The 2024 National Dog Show will feature 1,940 dogs competing for the title of Best in Show. Find out how to where a live stream of the event for free......»»
Chemical replacement of TNT explosive more harmful to plants, study shows
The increased use of a chemical compound to replace TNT in explosive devices has a damaging and long lasting effect on plants, new research has shown......»»
Echo Show 15 (1st Gen) vs. Echo Show 15 (2nd Gen): What’s new on the updated smart display?
The Echo Show 15 (2nd Gen) makes some big improvements over its predecessor, but is a worth an upgrade? Here's what to know before making a purchase......»»