How the Woolly Bear Caterpillar Turns into a Popsicle to Survive the Winter
Some caterpillars have evolved with antifreeze in their body cavity, allowing them to become cater-Popsicles to survive cold winters. But climate change could threaten that......»»
Egg cell maintenance: Long-lived proteins may be essential for fertility
Female mammals—including humans—are born with all of their egg cells. Of a woman's one to two million egg cells, about 400 mature before menopause and can be fertilized. Some egg cells therefore survive for several decades—and need to remain fu.....»»
The best movies on Peacock right now (July 2024)
The best movies on Peacock in July include The Big Lebowski, Foxcatcher, Men In Black, Titanic, Cocaine Bear, The Cabin in the Woods, and more......»»
Konami’s latest game turns the retro space shooter into a blockbuster
Konami aims to modernize the classic space shoot 'em up genre this summer with Cygni: All Guns Blazing......»»
Study demonstrates how a simple metric could steer global economy towards halting and reversing biodiversity loss
Businesses are keenly aware that consumers value ethical business practices, including the protection of biodiversity, and many have committed to biodiversity conservation. A road block, however, turns out to be the large variety of ways that have be.....»»
Researchers discover swath of previously undocumented polar bear dens
Dr. Doug Clark (Ph.D.) has crawled into many polar bear dens as a graduate student and in a former job as a park warden......»»
Scientists found a nearly indestructible moss that may survive on Mars
A nearly indestructible moss that can survive bursts of gamma rays and liquid nitrogen may be one of the keys to Mars colonization, scientists have … The post Scientists found a nearly indestructible moss that may survive on Mars appeared first.....»»
Out in the cold: Enhancing frost tolerance in wheat
Rugging up against winter chills is a cozy and easy option for most of us. But our crops are facing frosts and freezing temperatures without the warmth of winter woolies. Frost poses a significant threat to agriculture, particularly in Australia's wh.....»»
Apple turns to Samsung for new iPhone 16 camera sensors [u]
After exclusively using Sony for its iPhone camera image sensors, Apple has is said to have begun final quality testing on models from Samsung for the iPhone 16 range.Rendered iPhone 16 Pro modelsApple has previously considered bringing iPhone camera.....»»
Physicists explore how fluctuations shape transport networks
Understanding how transport networks, such as river systems, form and evolve is crucial to optimizing their stability and resilience. It turns out that networks are not all alike. Tree-like structures are adequate for transport, while networks contai.....»»
New mRNA technology turns cells into long-lasting drug factories
A team of researchers has established a ribonucleic acid (RNA)-based method that drives cells in the body to produce therapeutic proteins and secrete them into the bloodstream. The approach could potentially extend the lifespan of drugs in the body,.....»»
How many giraffe species are there? Understanding this maybe key to their protection
Giraffes, with their distinctive body shape and variations in coat patterns, have long been an example in evolutionary biology teachings. They are a textbook example of how species adapt to their surroundings and survive under harsh conditions. Despi.....»»
This cyberattack took out 600,000 routers across the country
Midwestern ISP must replace 600K routers after trojan turns then into expensive paperweights......»»
What’s new on Hulu in June 2024 and what’s leaving soon
Hulu's June 2024 lineup includes The Bear season 3, Clipped, The Batman, Joker, Shoresy season 3, Bullet Train, Fight Club, and more......»»
Bizarre armor from Mycenaean Greece turns out to have been effective
People suspected the Dendra armor was ceremonial, but new tests show its utility. Enlarge / Armor based on the Dendra artifact being tested. (credit: Andreas Flouris and Stavros Petmezas) The Dendra armor, one of the old.....»»
Economists report on a modest intervention that helps low-income families beat the poverty trap
Many low-income families might desire to move into different neighborhoods—places that are safer, quieter, or have more resources in their schools. In fact, not many do relocate. But it turns out they are far more likely to move when someone is on.....»»
Cambridge Audio adds a retro-cool VU meter to its CXN100 streamer
Cambridge Audio is bringing some retro cool to its CXN100 network streamer with a software update that turns its screen into an old-school VU needle meter......»»
How killifish embryos use suspended animation to survive over 8 months of drought
The African turquoise killifish lives in ephemeral ponds in Zimbabwe and Mozambique. To survive the annual dry season, the fish's embryos enter a state of extreme suspended animation or "diapause" for approximately 8 months......»»
Only the Hardiest Trees Can Survive Today’s Urban Inferno
In a rapidly warming world, cities need more tree cover to stay cool—but only certain species can handle soaring temperatures, and often they aren’t native species......»»
Family infected with brain worms after eating undercooked bear meat, CDC says
Family infected with brain worms after eating undercooked bear meat, CDC says.....»»
The TinyPod turns the Apple Watch into a hybrid iPod-iPhone gadget
The TinyPod turns the Apple Watch into a hybrid iPod-iPhone gadget.....»»