Guppies have varying levels of self-control
Just like humans trying to stick to New Year's resolutions, guppies have varying levels of self-control, a new study shows......»»
Grab the Lenovo Tab M9 for as Much as 20% Off!
The tablet comes with a folio stand case. The post Grab the Lenovo Tab M9 for as Much as 20% Off! appeared first on Phandroid. When it comes to affordable Android tablets, Lenovo offers a wide range of different models at varying price poi.....»»
Boeing says it will cut SLS workforce “due to external factors”
"Boeing is reviewing and adjusting current staffing levels." Enlarge / The SLS rocket is seen on its launch pad at Kennedy Space Center in August 2022. (credit: Trevor Mahlmann) On Thursday senior Boeing officials leadin.....»»
How insects control their wings: The mysterious mechanics of insect flight
Many of us would love the superpower to fly, and for good reason: Flight offers a crucial evolutionary advantage. Flying enables an animal to travel large distances quickly, in search of food and new habitats, while expending far less energy than wal.....»»
Life-threatening rat pee infections reach record levels in NYC
Between 2001 and 2020, there was an average of 3 cases per year. Last year's tally was 24. Enlarge / A rat looks for food while on a subway platform at the Columbus Circle - 59th Street station on May 8, 2023, in New York City......»»
How a calcium-sensing protein multitasks
The calcium-sensing receptor is critical for maintaining healthy calcium levels, but CaSR is also well-known for its side hustles. The receptor is increasingly recognized for its ability to detect other ions and proteins and for its role in breast ca.....»»
Study shows copper beads in pig feed reshape swine gut microbiome
Copper is a natural antimicrobial material that, when added to pig feed, may promote the growth and health of the animals. Since pigs can tolerate high levels of the metal, researchers at Texas Tech University in Amarillo recently investigated whethe.....»»
Light pollution affects coastal ecosystems, too—this underwater "canary" is warning of the impacts
In the early 20th century, canaries were used as early warning systems in coal mines to alert miners to rising levels of carbon monoxide......»»
The 6 best tablets for kids in 2024
Tablets aren't just for adults. Here's our list of the best tablets for kids for education and entertainment — which also allow you control over the content......»»
Plastic pollution can kill variety of ocean embryos
High levels of plastic pollution can kill the embryos of a wide range of ocean animals, new research shows......»»
Stellantis’ $39 million pay for CEO Carlos Tavares draws investor ire amid job cuts
At Tuesday’s annual general meeting, advisory firms Glass Lewis and Proxinvest are urging investors to vote against approving the €36.5 million ($39 million) total compensation package, up almost 60 percent from 2022 levels......»»
Researchers control quantum properties of 2D materials with tailored light
A team of scientists has developed a method that harnesses the structure of light to twist and tweak the properties of quantum materials. Their results, published today in Nature, pave the way for advancements in next generation quantum electronics,.....»»
Hydrogen recombination found to be most plausible explanation for high levels of energy in stellar superflares
Although their primary purpose is to look for exoplanets, observatories like the Kepler Space Telescope and the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) have supplied a vast amount of data on stellar flares, detected with high-precision photometr.....»»
Privacera adds access control and data filtering functionality for Vector DB/RAG
Privacera announced the addition of new access control and fine-grained data filtering functionality for Vector DB/RAG to Privacera AI Governance (PAIG). “In generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems operate by sourcing contex.....»»
Tandem heat waves, storm surges increasingly batter coasts: Study
Coastal communities need to prepare for simultaneous extreme weather events as heat waves increasingly overlap with surges in sea levels due to climate change, a study published on Thursday warned......»»
Nanoleaf wants to upgrade your deck with its Matter LED Outdoor String Lights
After announcing its Matter LED Outdoor String Lights at CES, smart light pioneer Nanoleaf has officially launched the product. Here are all the details on these slick outdoor lights that offer IP65 weather resistance, color control, support across s.....»»
3 Android 15 features that could make your mobile life much easier
Android 15 could make it easier and faster to access apps, control your smart home, and choose your preferred wallet app......»»
Africa"s iconic flamingos threatened by rising lake levels, study shows
It is one of the world's most spectacular sights—huge flocks or "flamboyances" of flamingos around East Africa's lakes—as seen in the film "Out of Africa" or David Attenborough's "A Perfect Planet.".....»»
Australia"s secret history of Aboriginal population control in the 1960s
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article may contain images of deceased people. It contains mentions of the Stolen Generations, and policies using outdated and potentially offensive terminology when referring to First Na.....»»
Q&A: El Niño drought leaves Zimbabwe"s Lake Kariba only 13% full—a disaster for people and wildlife
Water levels at Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe have dropped dramatically because of the latest El Niño drought. The country's president, Emmerson Mnangagwa, has declared a national disaster......»»
Measles could once again become endemic in the US, the CDC warns
This year's measles cases are over 17x higher than cases seen in the first quarters of 2000 to 2023. Enlarge / Poster issued by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advocating for measles immunizations in.....»»