Fining big polluters can reduce environmental damage, but only if the fines match the crimes
Some of Canada's biggest employers have a poor track record of abiding by environmental laws. When laws are broken corporate leaders don't go to prison; instead, the company is fined. But the fines are rarely severe enough to scare them into changing.....»»
Companies that self-regulate to curb harmful practices increase profits, finds study
Companies in China that self-regulate to reduce harmful social practices—an increasingly prevalent strategy—are more likely to attract reputation-sensitive buyers and increase their exports to the Western world, new Cornell research finds......»»
Missing You trailer: Kick off 2025 with Harlan Coben’s new Netflix series
The first big mystery series of 2025 will be Missing You, an upcoming Netflix adaptation of a Harlan Coben novel......»»
Tick tubes help reduce the parasites on mice, but time and frequency matter
Ticks are a nuisance across many areas of the U.S., capable of spreading harmful pathogens to both animals and humans. A new study led by researchers at Penn State has analyzed the effectiveness of a simple, inexpensive strategy for controlling ticks.....»»
iPhone 17 Pro may forego titanium, instead get alumimum & glass
The iPhone 17 Pro models could have some big design changes, including a shift away from titanium in favor of an aluminum frame and a back combining aluminum and glass.A render of a possible iPhone 17 designThe current generation of iPhones has used.....»»
Civil lawsuits study reveals effectiveness of environment-focused litigation in US, but also large inequalities
A sweeping study of three decades of lawsuits has revealed both the effectiveness but also the underuse of civil litigation to enforce environmental protections......»»
Why parents need to be like Big Ted and "talk aloud" while they use screens with their kids
Screen use and internet safety are two of the top concerns Australian parents have about their kids' health and well-being—even ranking ahead of diet, exercise and depression......»»
Fortnite Remix finale live event: how to watch and concert details
Fortnite Season 5 is capping off its month-long Chapter 2: Remix event with a big finale concert. Here's everything you need to know to join the party......»»
How I made my Android tablet better than a Windows laptop
Android tablets can't match laptops. Here's how I made my OnePlus Pad 2 not just as good, but better than a Windows laptop......»»
The Galaxy S25 Slim could come with a big camera upgrade
The rumored Galaxy S25 Slim could come onto the scene with a notable camera upgrade, according to a new leak......»»
Developing nations slam "paltry" $300 bn climate deal
The world approved a bitterly negotiated climate deal Sunday but poorer nations most at the mercy of worsening disasters dismissed a $300 billion a year pledge from wealthy historic polluters as insultingly low......»»
Apple slashes MacBook Pro speaker repair costs
Apple will dramatically reduce the cost of speaker repair in the Apple Silicon 14-inch MacBook Pro and 16-inch MacBook Pro, ending the longstanding need to buy a whole replacement top case.Apple is making it more affordable to repair the MacBook Pro......»»
New maps show high-risk zones for whale-ship collisions—vessel speed limits and rerouting can reduce the toll
Imagine you are a blue whale swimming up the California coast, as you do every spring. You are searching for krill in the Santa Barbara Channel, a zone that teems with fish, kelp forests, seagrass beds and other undersea life, but also vibrates with.....»»
Apple’s plans for a Siri evolution keep getting pushed into the future
Apple is reportedly working on the next big digital assistant evolution with what it calls LLM Siri. But the upgrade will take its own sweet time to arrive......»»
Exploring new liquid organic hydrogen carrier materials for a safer, more transportable energy source
To reduce CO2 emissions, the energy transition from a carbon-based energy system to a more sustainable system based on hydrogen energy is urgently needed. However, the nature of hydrogen (such as low volumetric density, flammability, and embrittlemen.....»»
"e-Drive": New gene drive reverses insecticide resistance in pests... then disappears
Insecticides have been used for centuries to counteract widespread pest damage to valuable food crops. Eventually, over time, beetles, moths, flies and other insects develop genetic mutations that render the insecticide chemicals ineffective......»»
Corsair Vengeance i5100 review: falling short of its potential
The Corsair i5100 has all the hallmarks of a top-tier gaming PC, but it doesn't quite match the pace of the competition......»»
Ted Cruz wants to overhaul $42B broadband program, nix low-cost requirement
Cruz claims grant program is "boondoggle," urges Biden admin to halt activities. Emboldened by Donald Trump's election win, Republicans are seeking big changes to a $42.45 billion.....»»
How to use the new iOS 18 iPhone Control Center
The iPhone Control Center is a feature that hadn't changed all that much in recent years, but iOS 18 brings with it some big improvements. Here's how to get the most out of it.iOS 18 updated Control Center with new customization options.Control Cente.....»»
Improved ultrasound technique produces previously unattainable images inside live cells
A ultrasound technique from the University of Nottingham will allow the production of sharper images inside live cells without causing damage at resolutions that were previously unattainable......»»
Scientists develop method "tetraplex digital PCR assay" for detecting DNA of invasive snakes in Florida
Scientists at the University of Florida have developed a pioneering tool to bolster Florida's defenses against invasive species: a DNA-based environmental monitoring test that can pinpoint where they've been, aiding eradication efforts......»»