Generating cold with solids
After more than a century, physicists aim to dethrone the tried-and-tested technology of the refrigerator, as cooling can be made more energy-efficient......»»
3 underrated Hulu shows that are perfect to watch for the winter
The weather may be cold outside, but we've got three underrated Hulu shows to recommend that are perfect to watch for the winter......»»
11 cold-stunned sea turtles returned to Atlantic after rehabilitation in Florida
Workers from Clearwater Marine Aquarium in Florida have released 11 cold-stunned Kemp's ridley sea turtles back into the Atlantic Ocean......»»
Astronomers investigate the atmosphere of a nearby cold brown dwarf
Using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), astronomers have observed a nearby cold brown dwarf designated WISEPA J182831.08+265037.8 (or WISE 1828 for short). The observations delivered important insights into the composition of the object's atmosp.....»»
Cold-water coral found to trap itself on mountains in the deep sea
Corals searching for food in the cold and dark waters of the deep sea are building higher and higher mountains to get closer to the source of their food. But in doing so, they may find themselves trapped when the climate changes......»»
Tawny owl"s pale gray color linked to vital functions ensuring survival in extreme conditions
A recent genetic discovery has revealed that the pale gray plumage of the tawny owl is linked to crucial functions that aid the bird's survival in cold environments. As global temperatures rise, dark brown plumage is likely to become more common in t.....»»
Tiny crustaceans discovered preying on live jellyfish during harsh Arctic night
In the dark and cold of the months-long polar night, food resources are limited. Some groups of marine organisms in the polar regions overcome this challenge by going into a metabolic resting state in winter, surviving on reserves accumulated during.....»»
Forever chemicals in ski wax are being spread on snowy slopes
Every February half-term, I think back to the French ski trips I went on as a teenager. I remember the freshness of the cold, crisp air as I snow-plowed my way down the slopes. Escaping to somewhere seemingly so pristine felt like a world away from w.....»»
3 underrated kids and family movies that are perfect to watch for the winter
From an underrated Pixar gem to a decent Disney live-action remake, these underrated kids movies will get you through the dark and cold of winter......»»
Optical invention mirrors the image processing power of a human eye
On a cold, sunny day, you're driving on a rural road, surrounded by snow-covered fields. In an instant, your eyes process the scene, picking out individual objects to focus on—a stop sign, a barn—while the rest of the scene blurs in the periphery.....»»
3 underrated kids & family movies that are perfect to watch for the winter
From an underrated Pixar gem to a decent Disney live-action remake, these underrated kids movies will get you through the dark and cold of winter......»»
Peloton GymKit support ending, but it shouldn’t matter too much
Peloton GymKit support is being withdrawn later this month, says the company. However, the company says that Apple Watch users won’t be left out in the cold … more….....»»
The dynamics of deformable systems: Study unravels mathematical mystery of cable-like structures
Are our bodies solid or liquid? We all know the convention—that solids maintain their shapes, while liquids fill the containers they're in. But often in the real world, those lines are blurred. Imagine walking on a beach. Sometimes the sand gives w.....»»
Weather v climate: How to make sense of an unusual cold snap while the world is hotter than ever
Earlier this year, the UK's weather and climate service, the Met Office, announced average global temperatures in 2023 were 1.46°C above pre-industrial levels. This made it the hottest year on record, 0.17°C higher than the previous record in 2016......»»
Cold-resistant bacteria found in the Arctic can degrade crude oil
The Arctic region is being actively developed by humans, but it negatively affects the environment. The fact is that Arctic soils, which contain little organic matter, are susceptible to the toxic effects of hydrocarbons that get there as a result of.....»»
Study shows how plants adapt to cold ambient temperatures and frost
As plants are sessile organisms, they must be highly flexible in their ability to adapt to a wide range of environmental conditions in order to survive. Researchers from the Department of Plant Physiology at the RPTU Kaiserslautern are investigating.....»»
New UN weather agency chief says rate of global warming is speeding up
The new chief of the World Meteorological Organization said it looks to her that the rate of human-caused climate change is accelerating and that warming has triggered more Arctic cold outbreaks in North America and Europe, weighing in on two issues.....»»
Helping predict cold-blooded animals" response to environmental shifts
Newcastle University researchers have developed a new tool to predict cold-blooded animals' responses to environmental change......»»
Research team develops cold-hardiness kiwi fruit for immediate release to public
Kiwi fruits with their tangy green flesh are routinely purchased and devoured throughout the year by people across the nation. This is no surprise. Kiwi fruit is high in vitamin C, dietary fiber, and potassium. The subtropical fruit is also a favorit.....»»
How can I get ice off my car? An engineer who studies airborne particles shares quick, easy techniques
If you live somewhere that gets cold in the winter, you've probably seen cars parked outdoors covered in a thin layer of ice on a chilly morning. But what causes this frost, and how can you get rid of it quickly?.....»»
‘SNL’ Faces Backlash After Nikki Haley Makes Surprise Appearance During Cold Open
‘SNL’ Faces Backlash After Nikki Haley Makes Surprise Appearance During Cold Open.....»»