Here’s how kids’ COVID vaccines are holding up in the real world amid omicron
As in adults, omicron and time lower effectiveness, but shots protect from severe COVID. Enlarge / A nurse gives a 16-year-old a COVID-19 vaccine. (credit: Getty | Sopa images) New data on the real-world effectiveness of COVI.....»»
Shakespeare or ChatGPT? Study finds people prefer AI over real classic poetry
Readers are unable to reliably differentiate AI-generated from human-written poetry and are more likely to prefer AI poems, according to new research published in Scientific Reports. This tendency to rate AI poetry positively may be due to readers mi.....»»
Android is getting call scam detection and real-time app threat alerts
Two new Android security features are now available for users in the U..S, and will soon make their way to older Android devices as well......»»
This Costway outdoor pizza oven isn’t messing around — $169 off for Black Friday
Walmart has this Costway outdoor pizza oven that's the real deal on sale for a huge discount as part of Black Friday. Don't miss this one folks......»»
3 underrated shows on Peacock you need to watch in November 2024
Get ready for thrills, comedy, and real-life drama in the three underrated shows on Peacock that you need to watch in November......»»
HTC Vive Focus Vision review: Versatile and expensive
The world of VR headsets is in a bit of a weird spot. Meta has been plugging along nicely, but with the Quest 3 and … The post HTC Vive Focus Vision review: Versatile and expensive appeared first on BGR. HTC Vive Focus Vision R.....»»
Election Grief Is Real. Here’s How to Cope
Understanding the psychology of ambiguous loss can help people struggling with grief and depression in the wake of the 2024 election results.....»»
Are Alternate Timelines Real? Quantum Physics Explains
The multiverse offers no escape from our reality—which might be a very good thing.....»»
Parents can now track their kids with Snapchat’s new Location Sharing feature
Popular social media app Snapchat announced that location sharing is coming to Family Center, an in-app hub offering parental tools and resources. With more than … The post Parents can now track their kids with Snapchat’s new Location Sha.....»»
Montessori-inspired Pok Pok iOS app update delivers ‘Number Journey’
A new toy has arrived for the wonderful Montessori-inspired and award-winning iOS app Pok Pok. “Number Journey” helps kids with math skills, fine motor skills, logic, problem-solving, confidence, storytelling, and more. more….....»»
Google launches on-device AI to alert Android users of scam calls in real-time
Google has announced new security features for Android that provide real-time protection against scams and harmful apps. These features, powered by advanced on-device AI, enhance user safety without compromising privacy. These new security features a.....»»
Uniformed police reduced public sexual harassment more than undercover officers new research finds
Sexual harassment, whether it's catcalling or groping, is one of the most pervasive forms of violence against women in the world......»»
Winter smog adds to pollution woes in India and Pakistan
With cities in India and Pakistan ranking among the world's most polluted, new technologies must be adopted to tackle dangerous levels of winter smog, environmentalists urge......»»
Study finds increase in media coverage of crises, but not in the number of crises
The world appears to be plagued by crises—at least according to the media......»»
3 great BritBox shows you should watch in November 2024
From a moody detective show to a real-life scandal program, these British TV series are among the best shows available on BritBox......»»
Dragon Age: The Veilguard and the choices you make while saving the world
“Events are weaving together quickly. The fate of the world shall be decided.” BioWare’s reputation as a AAA game development studio is built on three pillars: world-buildin.....»»
Scientists say world"s largest coral found near Solomon Islands
Scientists say they have found the world's largest coral near the Pacific's Solomon Islands, announcing Thursday a major discovery "pulsing with life and color"......»»
Climate policy monitor reveals net zero regulations surge globally but implementation gap remains
As countries meet at COP29 in Baku, a new Oxford University study, developed through pro-bono partnerships with 48 leading law firms around the world, provides the most detailed view yet of how key economic rules are aligning—or not—to climate go.....»»
Planet saw its 2nd-warmest October in 175-year record: 2024 on pace to be world"s warmest year on record
Earth saw another unusually warm month, with October 2024 ranking as the second-warmest October in NOAA's 175-year global climate record......»»
Portable spectrophotometer approach predicts shelf life of strawberries in real time
Based on non-invasive technology, a research group at the University of Cordoba has created a tool to guarantee optimal strawberry quality and minimize food waste......»»
NZ"s food manufacturers are embracing the idea of a circular economy but are slow to implement it
Around the world, the growth of industry and consumption has escalated environmental damage through increased emissions, waste and pollution from landfills......»»