Gators fouled by diesel spill scrubbing, teeth cleaned
Wildlife rehabilitators are decontaminating dozens of alligators, brushing their pointy teeth and scrubbing their scaly hides in the weeks after a pipeline rupture dumped 300,000 gallons (1.1 million liters) of diesel fuel into a New Orleans area wet.....»»
Shapeshifting microrobots can brush and floss teeth
A shapeshifting robotic microswarm may one day act as a toothbrush, rinse, and dental floss in one. The technology, developed by a multidisciplinary team at the University of Pennsylvania, is poised to offer a new and automated way to perform the mun.....»»
Study: How placentas evolved in mammals
The fossil record tells us about ancient life through the preserved remains of body parts like bones, teeth and turtle shells. But how to study the history of soft tissues and organs, which can decay quickly, leaving little evidence behind?.....»»
Ark 2: Release date, platforms, trailers, gameplay, and more
Seeing Diesel riding on the back of a T-Rex might be enough to sell most people, but for anyone who needs information, here's everything we know about Ark 2......»»
Hyundai, Kia raided in Germany over suspected diesel defeat devices
German officials have searched business premises at eight properties in Germany and Luxembourg in an operation coordinated by the European Union agency Eurojust......»»
Federal gas tax holiday: Experts call it ineffective, counterproductive
President Joe Biden called on Congress to suspend the federal gas tax to "bring families just a little bit of relief" as average gasoline prices exceed US$5 a gallon. The tax is 18.4 cents on regular gasoline and 24.4 cents on diesel. Biden's proposa.....»»
Research clarifies hazards posed by harmful algal blooms
Research by Oregon State University has shed new light on the hazards associated with harmful algal blooms such as one four years ago that fouled drinking water in Oregon's capital city of Salem......»»
Systematic study resolves debate on car exhaust catalyst design
Smog-producing chemicals could be almost eliminated from the tailpipes of diesel cars and vans, using a new exhaust catalyst concept developed at KAUST. After systematically studying multiple catalyst compositions, the research team identified the id.....»»
Oral-B"s toothbrush uses AI to grade your teeth brushing habits
Your teeth might not be the first thing you think about when it comes to a beauty routine. But you, like most of us, are probably in constant pursuit of a healthy and pearly white smile. Enter: the Oral-B iO Series 9 toothbrush, complete with AI tech.....»»
There"s a fascinating new clue to the giant megalodon"s extinction
One of the most striking fossils around today are the teeth and reconstructed jaws of the megalodon.The jaws of the extinct shark are so big, one or two people can stand inside them. They're relics of a dominant predator that thrived some 20 million.....»»
Stellantis pleads guilty, to pay $300M to settle U.S. diesel emissions probe
Under the sweeping deal, FCA US will be on probation for three years and must conduct an initial review of compliance with the Clean Air Act and inspection and testing procedures, submit a report and prepare at least two follow-up reviews and reports.....»»
U.S. charges Stellantis unit in diesel emissions probe
The automaker is charged with deceiving U.S. regulators and selling vehicles "knowing that those vehicles did not meet U.S. emissions standards" and also deceiving customers "by making false and misleading representations.".....»»
Stellantis guilty of diesel emissions fraud, will pay $300 million fine
The company has already paid $305 million in civil penalties as a result of the lawsuit. Enlarge / Ram 1500 trucks are offered for sale at a dealership in Elmhurst, Illinois. (credit: Scott Olson/Getty Images) Stellantis, the.....»»
EPA Opens Applications For Its $5 Billion Clean School Bus Program
The EPA is formally accepting applications for its Clean School Bus Program, a $5 billion program to replace dirty diesel school buses with more environmentally friendly options. Ars Technica reports: Specifically, the EPA is aiming to replace older.....»»
New experiments suggest that nonbiological processes alone may not account for decreased magnetization at oil spill site
In August 1979, an oil pipeline burst near Bemidji, Minn., spraying 1.7 million liters of crude oil onto the ground. Following cleanup, 400,000 liters that had seeped into sediments still remained. Recognizing a unique opportunity, research groups be.....»»
ACT Expo: Shell-Penske truck EV charging deal, battery price surge cools ‘a little bit"
Shell is investing in its EV charging business, a venerable school bus maker will provide a new EV platform, a report details the rise of renewable diesel, and executives discuss why battery cell costs are so high......»»
Mercedes-Benz recalls more than 290,000 U.S. vehicles, issues a stop-drive notice
The recall covers certain ML-Class, GL-Class and R-Class vehicles, including some diesel and hybrid electric models, from the 2006 to 2012 model years......»»
UN says "imminent" Yemen oil spill would cost $20 bn to clean up
The United Nations warned Monday that it would cost $20 billion to clean up an oil spill in the event of the "imminent" break-up of an oil tanker abandoned off Yemen......»»
The 21 best daily podcasts for your morning routine
Some people can't even commit to brushing their teeth once a day. Meanwhile, others find it in them to podcast on a daily basis, providing the perfect weekday companion to help listeners power through their commutes and morning routines.Daily podcast.....»»
Why Is Teeth Whitening So Important
In today’s society, having white teeth has become more important than ever before. Practically everything depends on your smile – your job, your relationship, your life. Therefore, many people become interested in having a white smile as they may.....»»
Any effort to limit California offshore oil could be costly to taxpayers
An ambitious legislative effort to shut down three offshore oil rigs along the Orange County coast, where beaches and fragile wetlands were soiled after a major spill in October, could be hobbled by concerns over the eventual cost to California taxpa.....»»