Himalayan bats are functionally less diverse at high than at lower elevations, but show the same evolutionary diversity
Million years of evolution have produced a dazzling variety of species, each uniquely adapted to its environment. A straightforward way to measuring biodiversity is by the number of species (taxonomic diversity). Recently, there is growing emphasis t.....»»
Asian forests show resilience despite rising disturbances from climate change and human activities
Since 1850, global temperatures have been steadily rising. Human activities have significantly increased the emissions of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, exacerbating the greenhouse effect and global warming. Forests in Asia have faced numerous.....»»
Hisense takes its Amazon Fire TV QLED televisions to Costco
Costco is now home to five sizes of Hisense's QD6 television lineup, with prices ranging from $199 to just under $600 on the high end......»»
Researchers develop high-performance blue organic LEDs based on thermally activated delayed fluorescence material
Organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) have become a leading display technology. The luminescent material is a core component of OLEDs. Thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) materials have emerged as promising emitters for achieving high-eff.....»»
Bacterial model helps reveal how our bodies prevent population explosions—and cancer
For the size of any population to remain stable over time, its birth and death rates must be balanced. If the birthrate is too high, there could be a population explosion; if it is too low, the population will shrink. This kind of balance exists, for.....»»
Toyota, Mazda, Subaru debut high-tech engines in fight against carbon
Toyota and Japanese car-making allies Mazda and Subaru are doubling down on a new generation of internal combustion as a weapon in the fight against carbon emissions, even as the auto industry enters the age of EVs......»»
Biodiversity in the margins: Merging farmlands affects natural pest control
A new study published in the Journal of Applied Ecology demonstrates how the diversity and abundance of arthropods decrease when hedgerows and field margins covered by wild grass and flowers are removed......»»
Research comes to the rescue to make firefighters" clothing safer
A pair of new University of Alberta studies show how to make firefighters' clothing safer to wear, maintain and manufacture......»»
Why are grocery bills so high? A new study looks at the science behind food price reporting
Rising food costs are squeezing Canadians around the country. Nearly everyone is feeling the pinch, and it's not just an inconvenience—high food prices are a major threat to food security for many Canadians. Understanding why food prices are so hig.....»»
Scientists report unified framework for diverse aurorae across planets
The awe-inspiring aurorae seen on Earth, known as the Northern and Southern Lights, have been a source of fascination for centuries. Between May 10 and 12, 2024, the most powerful aurora event in 21 years reminded us of the stunning beauty of these c.....»»
Bose’s top noise-canceling headphones are $50 off right now
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra are some of the best high-end consumer headphones you're going to find, and this Memorial Day deal knocks $50 off the price......»»
US lawmaker tells Taiwan weapons are coming, China drills show deterrence need
US lawmaker tells Taiwan weapons are coming, China drills show deterrence need.....»»
Today"s MacBook Pro price war knocks $300 off Apple"s M3 Max 16-inch with 48GB RAM
Apple Authorized Resellers Amazon and B&H Photo are engaged in a price war on the M3 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch, driving the high-end model with a top-of-the-line 40-core GPU and 48GB RAM down to $3,699.Save $300 on a loaded M3 Max MacBook Pro.This load.....»»
Get these Sony wireless headphones for $100 for Memorial Day
If you want a solid set of headphones without paying really high prices, this early Memorial Day deal on the Sony WHCH720N is perfect......»»
Best Memorial Day 8K TV deals: Get up to $2,000 off a high-resolution TV
Make your investment in an 8K TV a bit easier on the wallet by taking advantage of this year's Memorial Day deals, which offer discounts of as much as $2,000......»»
Northeast Kansas forecast to see potential Saturday for large hail, high winds, tornadoes
Northeast Kansas forecast to see potential Saturday for large hail, high winds, tornadoes.....»»
Life in water and mud: Colombians fed up with constant flooding
The Berrio family moves around their home on raised planks, upon which their beds and furniture have been raised, to avoid the knee-high, murky waters that have invaded their modest brick house......»»
Aerials show standoff between police and suspect on Anaheim freeway
Aerials show standoff between police and suspect on Anaheim freeway.....»»
3D-MAT, a thermal protection material for the Artemis Generation
The 3-Dimensional Multifunctional Ablative Thermal Protection System (3D-MAT) is a thermal protection material developed as a critical component of Orion, NASA's newest spacecraft built for human deep space missions. It is able to maintain a high lev.....»»
On repeat: Biologists observe recurring evolutionary changes, over time, in stick insects
A long-standing debate among evolutionary scientists goes something like this: Does evolution happen in a predictable pattern or does it depend on chance events and contingency? That is, if you could turn back the clock, as celebrated scientist Steph.....»»
Euclid space telescope captures stunning images of far-off galaxies
New images from the European Space Agency's Euclid telescope show a range of cosmic objects, from bustling stellar nurseries to enormous galaxy clusters......»»