How the EV skateboard chassis was born
Former GM CEO Rick Wagoner challenged his company's R&D operations to reinvent the automobile. The skateboard was a team effort, says Larry Burns, who ran the automaker's R&D and planning from 1998 to 2009......»»
DR Congo park fetes birth of endangered gorilla species
A lowland gorilla, a critically endangered species, was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo's famed Virunga National Park, authorities said......»»
Astronomers find the biggest structure in the Milky Way: A filament of hydrogen 3,900 light-years long
Roughly 13.8 billion years ago, our universe was born in a massive explosion that gave rise to the first subatomic particles and the laws of physics as we know them. About 370,000 years later, hydrogen had formed, the building block of stars, which f.....»»
This unusual PC case will breathe to keep your desktop cool
PC retailer CyberPowerPC has revealed one of the most innovative PC cases we’ve seen yet, the Kinetic Series Chassis, which maximizes airflow when needed......»»
Some Billionaires Embrace Cryptocurrencies in Case Money "Goes to Hell"
Hungarian-born billionaire Thomas Peterffy, chairman of Interactive Brokers Group, says the online brokerage is now expanding the cryptocurrencies it offers its customers after sensing "urgency" from their clients to get in. He still hasn't decided.....»»
Normal 6-month outcomes in babies of women with COVID-19 during pregnancy
Babies born to women who had COVID-19 during pregnancy showed reassuring patterns of growth and development at 6-month follow-up, according to a new study......»»
Mawari Uses AWS Wavelength to Build 3DXR Content Streaming Platform
Digital Human as a Service (DHaaS) is Born TOKYO & SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Mawari, a leading XR streaming solution provider, today announced that its 3DXR Content Streaming Platform for the Metaverse will debut on the AWS Marketp.....»»
Catcher to see diversification efforts bear fruit in 2022
Chassis maker Catcher Technology has obtained ISO 13485 quality management system for medical equipment while making progress in its deployment in the auto parts segment. Efforts to shift its focus away from the notebook sector will be bearing fruit.....»»
At EA, It Can Take a Whole Day To Change 3 Lines of Code
New submitter segaboy81 writes: In 2001 the Manifesto for Agile Software Development was born, and it took the software engineering world by storm. Linux, Windows, Facebook, AAA games, and just about everything else, adheres to this manifesto in some.....»»
NIKE, Inc. Acquires RTFKT
The leading creators of virtual sneakers, collectibles and experiences, born in the metaverse, join the NIKE, Inc. family BEAVERTON, Ore.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–NIKE, Inc. (NYSE: NKE) today announced the acquisition of RTFKT, a leading brand tha.....»»
PS vs PC- Which One to Choose?
Every day new gamers are born who sometimes ask themselves the question, “but where do I start?”. And among the … The post PS vs PC- Which One to Choose? appeared first on PlayStation Universe. Every day new gamers are born who sometim.....»»
New Zealand is cracking down on cigarettes for future generations
If you were born after 2008 in New Zealand, you'll never, ever be allowed to buy a pack of cigarettes there. In new legislation expected to take hold next year, no cigarette or tobacco products will be available for people to purchase legally in the.....»»
Tesla hit with lawsuit alleging disturbing sexual harassment at its Fremont factory
The car of the future may be born of a retrograde past. An employee at Tesla's Fremont factory is suing the company, alleging ongoing sexual harassment from a manager that went unchecked for months — even after she reported it. The details in t.....»»
Taiwan is making its way to be global innovation hub: Tina Lin, MD of sales & operations in Google Taiwan
Probably not many people know that the world's first Android-native smartphone and the world's first Chromebook were both born in Taiwan. Taiwan also currently contributes to the developments of many Google products, including Pixel phones, smart hom.....»»
Researchers receive patent for identifying viable embryos
Since 1978 when the first test tube baby was born, in vitro fertilization (IVF) has become a reasonable option for couples that have trouble getting pregnant. Originally developed to help women with obstructed tubes, the Centers for Disease Control a.....»»
Polaris introduces its first all-electric UTV, the Ranger XP Kinetic
The Ranger XP Kinetic features a new electric powertrain born from a partnership between Polaris and Zero Motorcycles that generates 110 horsepower and 140lb-ft of instant torque. It's capable of towing up to 2,500 pounds and can haul an industry-lea.....»»
Waffer sees rising adoption of magnesium-aluminum alloy components in cars
Metal chassis maker Waffer Technology expects new energy vehicles' demand for magnesium-aluminum alloy-made compartment parts to rise, with them to be used mainly on vehicles' safety parts and internal brackets, according to company president David K.....»»
World"s Oldest Person Dies at Age 124
Slashdot reader ellithligraw brings the news that the oldest person on earth has died in the Philippines this week at age 124. CNN Philippines reports: Susano was born on Sept. 11, 1897, which was before the country became independent from Spanis.....»»
Oregon-born gray wolf dies after "epic" California trek
An Oregon-born gray wolf that thrilled biologists as it journeyed far south into California was found dead after apparently being struck by a vehicle, authorities said Wednesday......»»
Prehistoric mums may have cared for kids better than we thought
A new study has revealed the death rate of babies in ancient societies is not a reflection of poor healthcare, disease and other factors, but instead is an indication of the number of babies born in that era......»»
Prehistoric moms cared for kids better than we thought
A new study from The Australian National University (ANU) has revealed the death rate of babies in ancient societies is not a reflection of poor healthcare, disease and other factors, but instead is an indication of the number of babies born in that.....»»