Food waste prevention in Europe can generate major footprint savings
New research shows that European food consumption draws unnecessarily excessively on global resources, which is why researchers are calling for political action. Many of the foods that are consumed in Europe are produced in countries outside Europe......»»
Early Black Friday deals: save up to $300 on every M4 MacBook Pro 14-inch & 16-inch
Early Black Friday deals are in effect on Apple's 2024 MacBook Pro M4, with every configuration — retail and CTO — eligible for a coupon discount.Save up to $300 on Apple's new MacBook Pro M4 - Image credit: AppleUnlock savings of up to $300 off.....»»
New giant particle collider "right option for science": Next CERN chief
The next head of Europe's CERN physics laboratory said Thursday that he favored moving forward with plans for a giant particle collider far more powerful than the collider that discovered the famous "God particle"......»»
Europe wants ministers at plastic pollution treaty talks
Europe is pushing for ministers to take part in UN talks this month to ensure that the world's first treaty on plastic pollution will be "highly ambitious"......»»
Researchers discover genetic reason for the red, yellow and orange bills of Australian finches
What gives an Australian finch its brilliantly colored red, yellow or orange bill? A major new study has uncovered the genetic switches controlling these distinctive colors, revealing a key piece in the puzzle of how animals develop their coloration......»»
The natural environment is declining—are companies doing their part to save it?
The natural environment across the globe is deteriorating, leading to crises like climate change, biodiversity loss, and water scarcity. Companies and industries play a major role in this decline, and they are expected to take responsibility for thei.....»»
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.....»»
Australian dragon study reveals surprising link between motor systems control and sleep rhythms
Sleep is one of the most mysterious, yet ubiquitous components of our biology. It has been described in all major groups of animals, including worms, jellyfish, insects or cephalopods, and in all vertebrates, from fish to humans. Common characteristi.....»»
Team develops non-invasive biosensor for early kidney disease detection
Traditionally, kidney health has been monitored by measuring blood creatinine levels, which indicate muscle breakdown. High creatinine levels can suggest that the kidneys are not filtering waste efficiently. However, creatinine levels can be affected.....»»
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......»»
Food security in Africa: Managing water will be vital in a rapidly growing region
Sub-Saharan Africa's population is growing at 2.7% per year and is expected to reach two billion by the year 2050. The region's urban population is growing even faster: it was at 533 million in 2023, a 3.85% increase from 2022......»»
Pick up Apple"s M2 MacBook Air with 16GB RAM for $799 with early Black Friday savings
The $200 cash discount drops the 13-inch MacBook Air M2 16GB model down to an all-time low price of $799 leading up to Black Friday.Snap up Apple's MacBook Air M2 with 16GB RAM for $799 - Image credit: AppleAmazon's.....»»
Apple Watch users may Ten Year Celebration activity challenge
Code within the new iOS 18.2 beta suggests that Apple is planning to acknowledge the decade anniversary of the Apple Watch with a new activity achievement.Apple did not release a major redesign of the Apple Watch to mark its ten-year anniversary —.....»»
Logitech G915 X Keyboard review: Stylish and slim
The G916X is a flashy but effective low-profile mechanical keyboard for performance and RGB enthusiasts.Logitech G915 X Keyboard reviewLogitech is a major name in mice and keyboards when it comes to productivity, and Logitech G works to apply that ex.....»»
Stardew Valley now has multiplayer on Android and iOS – how to access the hidden mode
After a few months waiting, Stardew Valley’s latest major update has debuted on Android and iOS with a ton of new additions, and now it turns out that it also has a hidden multiplayer mode. more….....»»
Best Buy slashes M3 MacBook Pros to as low as $1,099, save up to $600
Best Buy is clearing out remaining M3 MacBook Pro inventory for the holidays, with savings up to $600 off a variety of models.Best Buy is clearing out M3 MacBook Pro inventory with blowout pricing - Image credit: AppleThe blowout sale at Best Buy mak.....»»
New modeling of complex biological systems could offer insights into genomic data and other huge datasets
Over the past two decades, new technologies have helped scientists generate a vast amount of biological data. Large-scale experiments in genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and cytometry can produce enormous quantities of data from a given cellula.....»»
How project governance helps navigate public-private "coopetition" tensions
The Ariane 6 project, Europe's new space launcher, is in the headlines as the European Space Agency (ESA) and ArianeGroup push for its first launch in 2024. This high-profile initiative has faced delays, but it remains a cornerstone of European ambit.....»»
Secrets and lies: Spies of the Stuart era played a dangerous game in the shadows of an unstable Europe
Stuart monarchs were repeatedly challenged by dangerous threats—a gunpowder plot, a civil war and political revolution. As a result, by the restoration of Charles II in 1660, the English government had come to rely on a shadowy trade of secrets for.....»»
Pioneer, Elite, Onkyo, and Integra AV receivers get major update for Amazon Music, Tidal, and Dirac
AV receivers from Pioneer, Elite, Onkyo, and Integra are getting better support for Amazon Music and Tidal, plus enhancements to Dirac room tuning......»»