Facebook To End Special Treatment for Politicians
Facebook plans to end its controversial policy that shields politicians from the content moderation rules that apply to other users, a sharp reversal that could have global ramifications for how elected officials use the social network. From a report.....»»
This Vision Pro emulator brings Nintendo’s Virtual Boy back to life
Emulator apps have started filling the App Store this year. There’s no shortage of options for playing classic games on your iOS devices. However, the new VirtualFriend app has earned a special place in my heart. It’s a Vision Pro emulator that b.....»»
From fungi to pharmaceuticals: A milestone for the production of eutyscoparol A and violaceoid C
The natural world is rich in chemical compounds with remarkable medicinal properties. A notable example is penicillin, discovered by chance from the Penicillium mold. This discovery revolutionized the treatment of bacterial infections and highlighted.....»»
Swimming trunks: transparent tank shows paddling pachyderms
Paddling with chunky legs and using their trunks as a snorkel, the elephants at Fuji Safari Park in Japan are taking a dip in their summer swimming pool—with each graceful movement visible thanks to a special see-through tank......»»
Fungi adapt cell walls to evade antifungal drugs
Every year, life-threatening invasive fungal infections afflict more than 2 million individuals globally. Mortality rates for these infections are high, even when patients receive treatment......»»
Nebraska Ford dealership fined for its role in Clean Air Act violation
Moody Motor Co. was sentenced to one year of probation, a special assessment fee of $125 and a fine of nearly $40,000......»»
Treatment with smoke can favor seed germination in Brazil"s Cerrado biome
For thousands of years, plants have evolved in the presence of wildfires in the Cerrado, Brazil's savanna-like biome. Scientists at São Paulo State University (UNESP) studied the effect of smoke on seed germination for 44 plant species typical of th.....»»
GoldenEar T66 loudspeaker review: This one is personal
A very personal take on what makes the GoldenEar T66 so special......»»
Basketball legend credits Apple Watch"s persistence for making him see a heart doctor
It was only after repeated warnings of atrial fibrilliation from his Apple Watch that basketball legend Sean Elliott sought help and had essential treatment.Apple Watch health monitoringThe heart rate sensors in Apple Watch have previously helped peo.....»»
LGBTQ+-owned repair shop in Colorado paves new path
Good Judy Garage is an LGBTQ+-owned and -operated independent repair shop founded with the goals of equal treatment, compassion and transparency......»»
Basketball"s legend credits Apple Watch"s persistence for making him see a heart doctor
It was only after repeated warnings of atrial fibrilliation from his Apple Watch that basketball legend Sean Elliott sought help and had essential treatment.Apple Watch health monitoringThe heart rate sensors in Apple Watch have previously helped peo.....»»
You need to play this underrated PS1 classic on Nintendo Switch
Tomba! Special Edition finally gives a cult classic from the original PlayStation the adoration it deserves......»»
You Asked: Best TV under $1,000; wherefore art thou, 8K?
On a very special You Asked: Some folks still hold out hope for 8K TVs, and we look at the best 65-inch sets for less than $1,000......»»
Researchers discover graphene flakes in lunar soil sample
A study, published in National Science Review, reveals the existence of naturally formed few-layer graphene, a substance consisting of carbon atoms in a special, thin-layered structure......»»
A study examined reactions of Jewish Israelis to human rights criticism; then Oct. 7 happened
A UC Merced professor and his co-researchers set out to measure how Jewish Israelis react to different sources of criticism about Israel's treatment of Palestinians. Does disapproval from internal voices move public opinion? Voices from abroad? What.....»»
Mucus-based bioink could be used to print and grow lung tissue
Lung diseases kill millions of people around the world each year. Treatment options are limited, and animal models for studying these illnesses and experimental medications are inadequate. Now, writing in ACS Applied Bio Materials, researchers descri.....»»
Meta to pay $1.4 billion settlement after Texas facial recognition complaint
Facebook’s parent accused of gathering data from photos and videos without "informed consent." Enlarge (credit: SOPA Images/Getty) Facebook owner Meta has agreed to pay $1.4 billion to the state of Texas to settle clai.....»»
Study reveals young scientists face career hurdles in interdisciplinary research
Scientists agree that solving some of society's greatest challenges in biomedicine, such as food sustainability, aging and disease treatment, will need researchers from a variety of scientific fields working together......»»
Check out the eyes on this special edition Astro Bot PS5 controller
PlayStation is not only giving us a full-fledged Astro game this September, but there's now a limited-edition Astro Bot controller......»»
Developing a nano-treatment to help save mangroves from deadly disease
Mangroves and palm trees are hallmarks of the Sunshine State not just for their beauty but for their immense importance to Florida's coastlines......»»
The road to food security through better plant disease management
The colorful history of plant pathology in Australia since colonization is the subject of a special edition of Historical Records of Australian Science, edited by QAAFI's Associate Professor Andrew Geering......»»