Food labels offer consumer choices but also confusion about animal welfare, says expert
Animal-based food products often come packaged in a wide array of information labels, including organic, natural, grass-fed, humanely raised and pasture-raised......»»
Trump tariffs will raise prices, but Apple could avoid harsher taxes
Proposed tariffs under the Trump administration could trigger considerable price increases for consumer electronics in the United States, though Apple may be able to weather the storm.Apple CEO Tim Cook [left] with Donald Trump [right]During his firs.....»»
Is “AI welfare” the new frontier in ethics?
Anthropic's new hire is preparing for a future where advanced AI models may experience suffering. A few months ago, Anthropic quietly hired its first dedicated "AI welfare" resear.....»»
What"s the difference between liquid and powder laundry detergent? It"s not just the obvious
When shopping for a laundry detergent, the array of choices is baffling. All of the products will likely get your laundry somewhat cleaner. But what gets the best outcome for your clothes and your budget?.....»»
When should you rescue a hedgehog? An expert guide
Hedgehogs are the most rescued wild animal in the UK. Here's our guide to help you know when they need to be rescued—and when it is best to leave them alone......»»
43 monkeys remain on the run from South Carolina lab. CEO thinks they"re having an adventure
Forty-three monkeys bred for medical research that escaped a compound in South Carolina have been spotted in the woods near the site and workers are using food to try to recapture them, authorities said Friday......»»
Measurements from "lost" Seaglider offer new insights into Antarctic ice melting
New research reveals for the first time how a major Antarctic ice shelf has been subjected to increased melting by warming ocean waters over the last four decades......»»
Pixel Phone app could soon offer AI based replies
An APK teardown of the Pixel Phone app has revealed a potential new feature that will use AI that can reply for you. The post Pixel Phone app could soon offer AI based replies appeared first on Phandroid. Several years ago, Google showed o.....»»
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (November 8-10)
StarCraft: Remastered, StarCraft II: Campaign Collection, and Metal Slug Tactics offer up strategic options to Xbox Game Pass subscribers this weekend......»»
Improving pulse flours for consumer use: Using synchrotron light to determine optimal particle size for milling
Chickpeas, lentils, beans and peas are a fast-growing food market, with new uses going well beyond bean salads and hummus—think brownies, vegan meats, and salad dressing. Researchers like Chitra Sivakumar are working to drive dining innovation by s.....»»
Best early Black Friday iPad deals 2024: Snag the iPad Pro with 8% off
There are some fantastic early Black Friday iPad deals already, and we've picked out the very best choices for every budget......»»
After decades, FDA finally moves to pull ineffective decongestant off shelves
Last year, FDA advisors unanimously voted that oral phenylephrine is ineffective. In a long-sought move, the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday formally began the process of.....»»
The rise of color vision in animals: Study maps dramatic 100-million-year explosion in color signals
Colors are widely used in communication within and among animal species. For example, peacocks proudly display their vibrant tails, adorned with iridescent eyespots, to attract peahens for courtship. This is a classic example of sexual selection usin.....»»
Here’s every color we expect for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series
Another Galaxy S25 leak has emerged, this time detailing the possible online-exclusive color choices that will only be available through the Samsung Store......»»
Early Black Friday deals: AirPods Pro 2 $170, AirPods 4 $114, M3 MacBook Air $290 off original price, Jet Black Series 10, more
The early Black Friday deals are flying as Best Buy has now launched its new weekly doorbusters sale alongside a particularly notable 1-day offer on AirPods Pro 2 down at $170. Now within $1 of the best price all year, you can score Apple’s flagshi.....»»
Malwarebytes acquires AzireVPN to boost security for customers
Malwarebytes announced the acquisition of AzireVPN, a renowned privacy-focused VPN provider. Malwarebytes has long been a defender of user privacy through its portfolio of consumer solutions, including Malwarebytes Privacy VPN and its free ad and sca.....»»
Evolutionary anthropologist presents hypothesis about why humans are dominating the world over other animals
Why is human culture—the shared body of knowledge passed down across generations—so much more powerful than animal cultures?.....»»
Consumer privacy risks of data aggregation: What should organizations do?
In September 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released an eye-opening report that digs into the data habits of nine major tech giants, including Amazon (Twitch), ByteDance (TikTok), Discord, Facebook, Reddit, Snap, Twitter, WhatsApp, and YouT.....»»
For fame or a death wish? Kids’ TikTok challenge injuries stump psychiatrists
As clinicians see more TikTok challenge injuries, explaining them is often hard. Kids and teens can make some pretty hairbrained choices sometimes. But when a kid's choice is to e.....»»
Making "stressed" potatoes more climate-resilient
Heat, dry spells and flooding—the whole of nature is under stress, and potatoes are no exception. As a food staple, there is particular interest in getting potatoes fit for the new climate reality. As part of the EU's four-year ADAPT project, an in.....»»
Lab-cultured plant yogurt rivals dairy creaminess
Food engineers have harnessed the power of lupins (legumes) to create a yogurt that rivals dairy in taste and texture while delivering more nutrition than typical plant-based yogurts......»»