Genetically altered daddy longlegs have short legs
A team of researchers from the University of Wisconsin, the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of Natural History, and Western Connecticut State University, has assembled the first draft genome of Phalangium opilio—the daddy longlegs spider......»»
Live animal transport regulations not "fit for purpose," large international study finds
A "fitness check" of regulations in five countries, meant to protect animals during transportation, has deemed that they all fall short of fully protecting animals during transport. Findings from this interdisciplinary work involving animal welfare s.....»»
Gulls swap natural for urban habitats, machine-learning study finds
A recent study published in Ecological Informatics by a team of University of Alaska Fairbanks researchers has used artificial intelligence to further illuminate a habitat swap among short-billed gulls......»»
3 movies you need to watch in February 2024
It's the shortest month of the year, so here's a short list of movies you need to watch in February, including a spy action movie and a Netflix animated film......»»
Is linking time in the office to career success the best way to get us back to work?
Working from home introduced in response to the harsh pandemic lockdowns in 2020 was expected to be a short term arrangement with staff returning to the office as soon as restrictions were lifted......»»
Study finds bigfoot sightings correlate with black bear populations
The big conclusion: "If bigfoot is there, it could be a bear." Enlarge / Black bears will frequently stand on their hind legs, which may increase their misidentification. (credit: Wirestock) The idea that North America.....»»
"Making Apple Vision Pro" video delves into precise aluminum cutting & assembly
Apple gives a behind-the-scenes glance into how it makes its Apple Vision Pro headset in a new short video.Apple shares 'Making Apple Vision Pro' video On Friday, Apple opened preorders for the Apple Vision Pro headset, and to celebrate the occasion.....»»
A Gene-Edited Pig Liver Was Attached to a Person—and Worked for 3 Days
Researchers want to use genetically engineered pig organs to help support people with liver failure......»»
"Magic trap" preserves quantum coherence in ultracold molecules longer than expected
Quantum technologies bring the promise of faster computing, enhanced drug development and new sensing applications. However, quantum behaviors are difficult to study experimentally since most systems can only sustain quantum effects for a short time......»»
5 Reasons to be Excited for the Samsung Galaxy S24!
Samsung's newest flagship smartphone is nothing short of impressive, and brand loyalists - as well as potential buyers - definitely have a lot of things to look forward to. The post 5 Reasons to be Excited for the Samsung Galaxy S24! appeared first o.....»»
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 ditch blood oxygen feature to escape ban
That was fast; the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 were banned again after a short reprieve. The US Court of Appeals … The post Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 ditch blood oxygen feature to escape ban appeared first on BGR......»»
200 US cities will fall short of sustainable energy goals despite pledging to transition by 2050, says study
Two-hundred U.S. communities will fail to transition to 100% renewable energy by 2050 despite their pledges to do so, according to a new study published in IOP Publishing's journal Environmental Research: Infrastructure and Sustainability......»»
St. Croix tap water remains unsafe to drink as US Virgin Islands offer short-term solutions
With no date in sight for when it will be safe to drink tap water again on the island of St. Croix, officials in the U.S. Virgin Islands announced Wednesday night that they would distribute water filters and provide free lead and copper testing as th.....»»
Astrobotic reveals time and place of Peregrine spacecraft reentry
Astrobotic's Peregrine spacecraft developed a critical fault soon after launch last week, and in a short while the vehicle will meet a fiery end......»»
5 Reasons to be Excited for the Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung's newest flagship smartphone is nothing short of impressive, and brand loyalists - as well as potential buyers - definitely have a lot of things to look forward to. The post 5 Reasons to be Excited for the Samsung Galaxy S24 appeared first on.....»»
New cataclysmic variable discovered that may contain a brown dwarf secondary
An international team of astronomers reports the discovery of a new cataclysmic variable. The newfound system, designated SRGeJ041130.3+685350 (or SRGeJ0411 for short), has an orbital period of about 100 minutes and may contain a brown dwarf. The fin.....»»
Geopolitical tensions combined with technology will drive new security risks
Misinformation and disinformation are biggest short-term risks, while extreme weather and critical change to Earth systems are greatest long-term concern, according to the Global Risks 2024 Report from the World Economic Forum. Against a backdrop of.....»»
The Geekom Mini IT11 is a great PC for your office and living room
If your home office is a bit short on space, then a small form factor PC is the way to go, and the Geekom Mini IT11 could be a great choice. The post The Geekom Mini IT11 is a great PC for your office and living room appeared first on Phandroid......»»
China gets another iPhone discount for Lunar New Year
In a rare but not unprecedented move, Apple has cut the price of the iPhone 15 in China by 5% for a short period.Apple is known for not discounting its iPhones, or any devices, but it has done so twice before in China — and is now doing it again. T.....»»
Are bugs bugging humans or the other way around? Study reveals a few surprises
Insects and spiders often receive little attention from people, except when we're swatting them away. However, as arthropods—creatures distinguished by a hard exoskeleton and jointed legs— they play an essential role in sustaining the ecosystems.....»»
iPhone Diary: Video stabilisation still wows me; low-light video still tops my wish-list
Back in 2021, I talked about just how much the iPhone 13 video stabilisation impressed me. For casual usage, the in-camera stabilization is nothing short of miraculous. Would I use it for anything more serious, like short films? I’d still prefe.....»»