Foxconn decarbonization rating a weak D+, says Greenpeace
A new report has criticized Foxconn’s decarbonization credentials, rating the iPhone assembler at D-plus – the second lowest rating of any final assembly company. The rating is likely to focus attention on the feasibility of Apple’s environment.....»»
Beta-decay measurements in mirror nuclei pin down the weak nuclear force
The Standard Model of Particle Physics is scientists' best understanding of the forces that describe how subatomic particles interact. The Standard Model encompasses four forces: the strong nuclear force, the weak nuclear force, the electromagnetic f.....»»
Stars vs. numbers: How consumers perceive online rating formats
Mathematically speaking, scoring 3.5 out of 5 is the same as receiving three and a half stars on a five-star scale. But visually speaking, the numbers don't add up......»»
5 reasons Elon Musk is cutting jobs at Tesla ahead of Q1 earnings
"About every five years, we need to reorganize and streamline the company for the next phase of growth," CEO Elon Musk said. Tesla reports earnings April 23 after global sales fell 8.5 percent last quarter on weak demand......»»
Bluetti AC240 portable power station pushes the boundaries with IP65 waterproof rating
Rugged outdoor adventures require tough equipment capable of shrugging off the elements and providing reliability when the weather turns. Bluetti's done just that with the new AC240 weatherproof portable power station, available now with an early bir.....»»
Loop Capital cuts AAPL price target to $170 over weak iPhone demand
Projecting that Apple's annual revenue will decline in 2024, investment firm Loop Capital says iPhone demand is too soft.iPhone 15 Pro colorful lineupOther investment firms such as JP Morgan are predicting a recovery for Apple in China, while ones li.....»»
Marine protected areas safeguard more than ecology—they bring economic benefits to fisheries and tourism
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have been used as a conservation measure for decades, but critics continue to argue that evidence of their economic benefits is weak, particularly with regard to fisheries......»»
10 best PG-13 horror movies ever, ranked
Films don't need to go for an R-rating to bring the scares, as you'll see in the 10 best PG-13 horror movies of all-time......»»
Epic Games asks court to hold Apple in contempt over weak App Store anti-steering changes
Even though Apple just reinstated Epic’s developer account in the European Union, there’s a lot more drama to come. In January, Apple announced changes to the App Store in the United States to give developers the option to link to alternative pay.....»»
Apple is now assembling the 6.1-inch iPhone 15 in Brazil
While China is still responsible for manufacturing most of Apple’s devices, the company does have some assembly facilities around the world. One of these facilities is Foxconn Brazil, located in São Paulo. There, Apple is now assembling the ......»»
13 of 14 driver-assist systems rated ‘marginal" or ‘poor" in IIHS test
Driver-assist systems were tested for driver monitoring, involvement and encouragement of safety feature usage. The Teammate with Advanced Drive was the only system out of fourteen tested to receive an "acceptable rating" from the IIHS......»»
Greenpeace calls for high seas protected area in Galapagos
Greenpeace on Monday called for the creation of a high seas marine protected zone under a new UN treaty to secure a much wider area around Ecuador's famous Galapagos archipelago......»»
13 of 14 automated driving systems rated ‘marginal" or ‘poor" in IIHS test
Automated driving systems were tested for driver monitoring, involvement and encouragement of safety feature usage. The Teammate with Advanced Drive was the only system out of fourteen tested to receive an "acceptable rating" from the IIHS......»»
Uber adds a new ‘rider rating’ score for monitoring your environmental impact
Uber on Monday announced a new feature that aims to raise awareness among its users about the impact of CO2 emissions on the atmosphere. Named “Emission Savings,” the feature is now being rolled out and will let riders get a better idea of their.....»»
Greenpeace urges creation of Galapagos high seas protected area
Greenpeace on Monday urged governments to ratify a UN treaty for ocean protection to allow for the creation of a world-first marine preservation area in the high seas around Ecuador's famous Galapagos archipelago......»»
What are EV startups doing to ride out weak demand?
U.S. electric vehicle startups are turning to cheaper models, slamming the brakes on their production ramp-up plans and laying off employees to navigate a slump in demand due to steep borrowing costs and high repair expenses for the vehicles. Tesl.....»»
A gentle tap to the hive can reveal health of honeybee colonies, study confirms
Scientists at Nottingham Trent University investigated how thousands of bees reacted in unison to a very short and weak vibrational knock delivered at randomized times to a number of hives......»»
Indie poker hit Balatro gets delisted from storefronts after sudden rating change
Balatro has been delisted in some regions due to a drastic new rating change......»»
AI-generated articles prompt Wikipedia to downgrade CNET’s reliability rating
Futurism report highlights the reputational cost of publishing AI-generated content. Enlarge (credit: Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto/Getty Images) Wikipedia has downgraded tech website CNET's reliability rating following extensiv.....»»
Steep iPhone discounts being offered in China to counter weak demand
A new report today says that there is increasing evidence of steep iPhone discounts being used in China in an attempt to counter weak demand. It gives the example of the iPhone 15 Pro Max being offered at a $180 discount on the official price, whi.....»»
Shyft Group cut employee count by 1,200 in 2023 amid weak demand
Shyft Group cut employee count by 1,200 in 2023 amid weak demand for parcel delivery vans and motorhomes as well as a rocky electric vehicle rollout......»»