Fossils show widespread plant extinctions after asteroid wiped out dinosaurs
Sixty-six million years ago, an asteroid the size of San Francisco crashed into a shallow sea off the coast of modern-day Mexico and plunged the world into an extinction event that killed off as much as 75% of life, including the dinosaurs......»»
Fake AI “podcasters” are reviewing my book and it’s freaking me out
NotebookLM's "Audio Summaries" show a more personable future for AI-generated content......»»
Proof-of-concept study uses X-rays to target mock-up asteroids in a vacuum
An X-ray pulse may be able to vaporize the surface of an asteroid and change its trajectory, according to a proof-of-concept paper published in Nature Physics. A laboratory experiment that mimics the deflection of an asteroid model using this techniq.....»»
Sources of water and hydroxyl are widespread on the moon, new analysis of maps finds
A new analysis of maps of the near and far sides of the moon shows that there are multiple sources of water and hydroxyl in the sunlit rocks and soils, including water-rich rocks excavated by meteor impacts at all latitudes......»»
High-resolution images of the sun show how flares impact the solar atmosphere
Solar flares are a fascinating thing and have a profound effect on what astronomers refer to as "space weather." These events vary with the sun's 11-year solar cycle, releasing immense amounts of radiation across the electromagnetic spectrum (from ex.....»»
Data from robots show steady increase in deep-ocean warming
New research published Sept. 19 in Geophysical Research Letters shows that using data collected by deep ocean robots, called Deep Argo floats, combined with historical data from research vessels has increased confidence that parts of the global deep.....»»
California carbon emissions lag behind 2030 climate targets, data show
California carbon emissions are falling, but not fast enough to reach the state's 2030 climate targets, according to data released Friday by the Air Resources Board. Leaders predicted that new and existing industry regulations would put the state on.....»»
GM to begin laying off about 1,700 workers at Kansas plant, WARN notice shows
GM to begin laying off about 1,700 workers at Kansas plant, WARN notice shows.....»»
GM to lay off about 1,700 workers at Kansas plant
GM to lay off about 1,700 workers at Kansas plant.....»»
GM to begin layoffs at Kansas plant in November as Malibu production ends
The plant will be down for retooling from January until the middle of 2025, when it will start building the next-generation Chevrolet Bolt EV and resume production of the Cadillac XT4......»»
No-show Hilton Head pet-sitter gets jail time after couple’s dog died under her care
No-show Hilton Head pet-sitter gets jail time after couple’s dog died under her care.....»»
First iPhone 16 Pro durability tests show downside to new ultra-thin bezels
The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro are here, and so are the first durability tests. If you want to watch Apple’s latest flagship phones go through drop tests, knife tests, and more, head below for some links. more….....»»
Scientists may soon be able to translate the languages plants use to communicate
We may very well be able to translate plant languages soon, scientists claim. While you might think of plants as passive objects just existing on … The post Scientists may soon be able to translate the languages plants use to communicate appear.....»»
Get $60 OFF when You Buy the 3rd Gen Amazon Echo Show 8!
The Echo Show 8 features an 8-inch display which can show you the latest news, traffic info, weather, and more. The post Get $60 OFF when You Buy the 3rd Gen Amazon Echo Show 8! appeared first on Phandroid. Amazon’s venture into the.....»»
NC governor candidate cries AI fabrication as defense for racist porn forum posts
Mark Robinson's claims of AI-generated slander show that the "deep doubt era" is upon us. Enlarge / Mark Robinson, lieutenant governor of North Carolina and candidate for governor, delivers remarks prior to Republican presidentia.....»»
The 85-inch Samsung The Frame is $500 off if you buy through Samsung
How about a TV that’s tailor-made to show family photos? Right now, you’ll save $500 when you order Samsung’s 85-inch Frame TV through the manufacturer......»»
Auto supplier plans to invest $78.8M at former Stellantis plant in Detroit
Laepple Automotive plans to invest $78.8 million into the former Stellantis Mount Elliott Tool and Die site on Detroit' east side......»»
New database covers distribution and evolutionary history of megadiverse flowering plant family on isolated islands
Asteraceae, a family of flowering plants, are the most diverse group of flowering plants in the world. This plant family comprises about 34,000 species. An international research team with the participation of the University of Göttingen has now com.....»»
Harnessing exosomes and hydrogels for advanced diabetic wound healing
Diabetes, a widespread condition affecting approximately 13% of American adults, is often accompanied by complications such as impaired wound healing. If left unchecked, this can lead to severe outcomes, including the need for amputation......»»
Re-opened Three Mile Island will power AI data centers under new deal
Microsoft would claim all of the nuclear plant's power generation for at least 20 years. Enlarge / The Three Mile Island Nuclear Plant is seen in the early morning hours March 28, 2011, in Middletown, Penn. (credit: Jeff Fusco/Ge.....»»
Simulated construction of plant-based fish meat with composite structure via 3D printing
To date, about 90% of fish resources worldwide have already reached their sustainable fishery limit. Meanwhile, intensive farming and aquaculture contribute to significant environmental pollution and degradation. To address both the challenges of lim.....»»