France readies "exceptional" rescue of beluga astray in Seine
French officials are moving ahead with a delicate plan to transport a beluga whale back to the ocean after it swam far up the Seine river toward Paris, putting its life in danger, a marine expert said Tuesday......»»
When conditions cool down, a bacterial prey species becomes the predator
In a new study, two species of bacteria grown in a lab reversed their predator-prey relationship after one species was grown at a lower temperature. Marie Vasse of MIVEGEC, France, and colleagues have published these findings in PLOS Biology......»»
BMW readies 6 EVs based on Neue Klasse platform
The Neue Klasse platform is the largest investment in BMW's history and will cover its entire portfolio......»»
Black phosphorus propels spintronics with exceptional anisotropic spin transport
With modern electronic devices approaching the limits of Moore's law and the ongoing challenge of power dissipation in integrated circuit design, there is a need to explore alternative technologies beyond traditional electronics. Spintronics represen.....»»
France orders rare Atlantic fishing ban to protect dolphins
The French government will temporarily ban almost all commercial fishing in the Bay of Biscay to protect dolphins, much to the dismay of the industry......»»
Ubisoft’s New Prince of Persia Game Launches Today
Players step into the shoes of Sargon, who must battle his way through different bosses and enemies to rescue a royal hostage. The post Ubisoft’s New Prince of Persia Game Launches Today appeared first on Phandroid. Ubisoft’s &.....»»
Quantum physicists develop robust and ultra-sensitive topological quantum device
A significant breakthrough has been achieved by quantum physicists from Dresden and Würzburg. They've created a semiconductor device where exceptional robustness and sensitivity are ensured by a quantum phenomenon. This topological skin effect shiel.....»»
Shiyu discovery reveals East Asia"s advanced material culture dating to 45,000 years ago
A team of researchers from China, Australia, France, Spain, and Germany has revealed advanced material culture in East Asia dating to 45,000 years ago. The new study is published in Nature Ecology & Evolution......»»
As abandoned boats pile up in California waters: Who is responsible for the environmental damage?
On Jan. 2, a 27-foot sailboat sank off the southern coast of Alameda in stormy weather. Rescue crews saved the man on board, but the ship landed beside a long rock wall jutting from the island......»»
Apple readies Apple Watch Series 9 ban workaround by disabling blood oxygen functionality [U]
The U.S. Customs agency has handed down its decision on whether Apple’s proposed redesign of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 is enough to circumvent infringing on two Masimo patents related to the blood oxygen sensor. In a fili.....»»
Apple readies Apple Watch Series 9 ban workaround by disabling blood oxygen functionality
The U.S. Customs agency has handed down its decision on whether Apple’s proposed redesign of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 is enough to circumvent infringing on two Masimo patents related to the blood oxygen sensor. In a fili.....»»
One dead as French Indian Ocean island hit by major storm
Hundreds of thousands of people on France's Indian Ocean island of Reunion hunkered down in their homes under a strict lockdown on Monday as a devastating storm that has already left one dead started to rip through the territory......»»
2 US Navy SEALs are missing off the coast of Somalia after rescue bid ends tragically, reports say
2 US Navy SEALs are missing off the coast of Somalia after rescue bid ends tragically, reports say.....»»
Reunion Island hunkers down as major storm hits
Streets were largely deserted on France's Reunion Island on Sunday as residents hunkered down in their homes to ride out what authorities said could become a devastating tropical storm......»»
Ocean temperatures helped make 2023 the hottest year ever recorded
A multi-national team of scientists (China, U.S., New Zealand, Italy, and France) analyzes the temperature of the Earth annually. These scientists have found a fever that increases every year: For the past decade, each year has been hotter than the p.....»»
New findings reveal koalas" health risks following bushfires, will aid in future rescue efforts
A new publication featured in Veterinary Sciences will guide future wildlife rescue and rehabilitation after Australian bushfires. These findings provide critical information for improving koala care during subsequent fire seasons......»»
VW cuts prices, revises trim levels on ID electric-car lineup
Lower-priced versions of the ID3, ID4, ID5 and ID7 are now available in France, Belgium, Italy, Norway and other European countries, as Volkswagen seeks to boost competitiveness against Tesla......»»
Snow hinders rescues and aid deliveries to isolated communities after Japan quakes kill 161 people
Rescue teams worked through snow to deliver supplies to isolated hamlets Monday, a week after a powerful earthquake hit western Japan, killing at least 161 people......»»
Will we be able to ski in a +2°C world?
Over the last months, the raison d'être of winter sports has been threatened more than ever by a range of challenges and controversies. From the occupation by activists of the glacier of Girose, Southeastern France, to protest against plans for a ne.....»»
Scenes of loss play out across Japan"s western coastline after quake kills 92, dozens still missing
His face hidden under a humble straw hat, the man silently watched as several helmeted rescue workers carefully lifted from the rubble his wife's body, wrapped in blue plastic on a stretcher......»»
DEAL: Exceptional OnePlus Deals up to 33%
We have some more exceptional finds on Amazon on some of OnePlus's newest devices. Take a look! The post DEAL: Exceptional OnePlus Deals up to 33% appeared first on Phandroid. When you are looking for bargain busters for the New Year you c.....»»