Floods in south Brazil have displaced 600,000—here"s why this region is likely to see ever more extreme rain in future
A mighty river is flowing out of the Amazon rainforest, and it's not the one you're thinking of. In the first kilometer above the forest canopy, a "flying river" is transporting moisture evaporated from Amazonian trees southwards along the Andes moun.....»»
Apple may want to monetize advanced Apple Intelligence features in the future
Apple is considering a paid future for aspects of its Apple Intelligence service that would expand to a subscription model for additional features and more AI partners.Future expansions to Apple Intelligence may involve more AI partners, paid subscri.....»»
Epic moves forward with iPhone "Fortnite" return plans via EU alternative App Store
Good news for European Union "Fortnite" fans — Epic Games is planning to relaunch the game on its own iPhone app store.Pending approvals, the Epic Games Store will open in the near future.The company has posted a status update on X.com updating its.....»»
An ultra-athlete goes head-to-head with the world’s most formidable sharks
Ross Edgley faces a challenge like no other in NatGeo's Shark vs. Ross Edgley. Enlarge / Extreme sportsman Ross Edgley comes face to face with a great hammerhead shark in the waters of Bimini in the Bahamas. (credit: National Geo.....»»
Homestays can help refugee women adapt to life in a new country
According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, more than 117 million people are displaced worldwide. Many of those displaced from their homes are women and girls. In 2020, women and girls constituted about 46% of the refugees who wer.....»»
Back to the future: Dealerships trade hands at record clip in Q1 amid normalized profits
The first quarter of 2024 was the busiest yet in terms of the number of dealerships changing hands, and there's no sign of acquisition activity slowing down, industry experts say......»»
As South Korea"s population shrinks, same-sex couples say they can help
As South Korea"s population shrinks, same-sex couples say they can help.....»»
Exclusive-Firm making car that Putin gifted to Kim uses South Korean parts, data shows
Exclusive-Firm making car that Putin gifted to Kim uses South Korean parts, data shows.....»»
Extreme Hail Storms Are Wrecking Solar Farms—but Defending Them May Be Easier Than It Seems
Climate change is making hail storms more intense, so designers have to find novel solutions to protect panels from expensive damage......»»
South African researchers test use of nuclear technology to curb rhino poaching
Researchers in South Africa have injected radioactive material into the horns of 20 rhinos as part of a research project aimed at reducing poaching......»»
Extreme wildfires have doubled in just 20 years—here"s the science
It feels like we are getting used to the Earth being on fire. Recently, more than 70 wildfires burned simultaneously in Greece. In early 2024, Chile suffered its worst wildfire season in history, with more than 130 people killed. Last year, Canada's.....»»
Scientists are spiking rhino horns with radioactive poison to thwart poachers
Scientists in South Africa are going to startling lengths to dissuade poachers from hunting rhinos by implanting radioactive isotopes in their horns. The scientists accomplish … The post Scientists are spiking rhino horns with radioactive poiso.....»»
Planting giant cactus to stave off desertification in Brazil
Giant spiky cacti tower over farmer Alcides Peixinho Nascimento, 70, one of the residents of Brazil's unique Caatinga biome who is on a mission to plant native vegetation in a bid to halt desertification......»»
Zuckerberg says holographic AR glasses are coming
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg shared his thoughts and Meta's plans for future smart glasses, AR holographic, and neural interfaces......»»
Tesla says Model 3 that burst into flames in fatal tree crash wasn’t defective
Lawsuit alleged defects with both Tesla's self-driving and Model 3 flammability. Enlarge (credit: CFOTO / Contributor | Future Publishing) Tesla has denied that "any defect in the Autopilot system caused or contributed".....»»
There are more signs of iPhone sales recovery in China
Even before the iPhone 16 hits the streets, the latest research from investment firm JP Morgan shows that iPhone sales are continuing to increase in China, helped in part by a recovering smartphone market in the region.iPhone 16 Pro is expected to be.....»»
Researchers develop technology to mass produce quantum dot lasers for optical communications
South Korean researchers have successfully developed technology to mass-produce quantum dot lasers, widely used in data centers and quantum communications. This breakthrough paves the way for reducing the production cost of semiconductor lasers to on.....»»
Peak performance: Plants" genetic strategies for surviving high-altitude habitats
Alpine habitats present extreme challenges, including low temperatures, high UV radiation, and limited oxygen levels, which demand unique adaptations from the plants that inhabit these regions. Despite their ecological importance, the genetic mechani.....»»
iPhone 16 Pro Max may feature new battery tech that won’t be in other 2024 iPhones
I’m a European who isn’t happy with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) and its impact on the future of the iPhone. But the EU … The post iPhone 16 Pro Max may feature new battery tech that won’t be in other 2024 iPhones.....»»
EU hits back at Apple withholding Apple Intelligence from the region
European Union chief Margrethe Vestager says that Apple refusing to launch Apple Intelligence or iPhone screen mirroring in the EU is a "stunning declaration" of how anti-competitive the company is.Margrethe Vestager, Executive Vice-President of the.....»»
4 confirmed tornadoes touched down in Pittsburgh region, NWS says
4 confirmed tornadoes touched down in Pittsburgh region, NWS says.....»»