Hurricane Otis weakens after making landfall in Mexico
Hurricane Otis was downgraded to a Category 4 storm after making landfall near Mexico's Pacific beach resort of Acapulco on Wednesday, though it was still generating "damaging" winds and "life-threatening" storm surge, according to US forecasters......»»
Study demonstrates role of public participation in environmental policy decision-making
As updates to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) usher in a new era requiring inclusive environmental reviews with robust public engagement, a new University of Florida study, titled "Citizen science as a valuable tool for environmental rev.....»»
Bacteria discovered in healthy vertebrate brains point to a potential role in brain function
Researchers at the University of New Mexico have identified the presence of bacteria in the healthy brains of fish. Understanding this connection between bacteria and animal brains could have future implications for the study of Alzheimer's disease......»»
Research finds homeowners use credit strategically to recover from hurricanes
A massive storm can instantly sweep away someone's dream home, as we've seen recently with Hurricane Helene and now Hurricane Milton. Millions in the Southeast have had their homes destroyed or damaged by these devastating storms, which are only beco.....»»
Milton Disrupted the Flow of Drinking Water—so Florida Deployed a Machine to Harvest It From Air
A Tampa-based company that makes atmospheric water generators and the state of Florida were able to supply one to a hospital shortly after Milton made landfall......»»
3D printing method could improve micro energy storage
One key to making portable devices more compact and energy efficient lies in the precise nanoscale form of energy-storing capacitors. Researchers in Sweden report they've cracked the challenge with a unique 3D printing method......»»
Q&A: How climate change fuels extreme weather events like hurricanes
Hurricane Milton made landfall on Florida's west coast Wednesday night. The region has experienced extreme flooding, deadly tornadoes and millions have been left without power. At least 14 people have died as a result of the storm......»»
Eyeing the damage of hurricane season
In the aftermath of hurricanes like Helene and Milton, the damaging effects of these natural disasters are the center of national conversations, including questions about the long-term impact to infrastructure. However, current methods for damage ass.....»»
SOHO spies bright comet making debut in evening sky
The ESA (European Space Agency) and NASA Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) have captured images of the second-brightest comet to ever pass through its field of view during the spacecraft's nearly 29-year career......»»
Why hurricanes like Milton in the US and cyclones in Australia are becoming more intense and harder to predict
Tropical cyclones, known as hurricanes and typhoons in other parts of the world, have caused huge damage in many places recently. The United States has just been hit by Hurricane Milton, within two weeks of Hurricane Helene. Climate change likely mad.....»»
Mexico has prototypes for its own compact EV, President Claudia Sheinbaum says
The president didn’t name specific companies that could produce EVs, but said that Mexican manufacturers of motors will work together with researchers on potentially multiple models......»»
Can walls of oysters protect shores against hurricanes? Darpa wants to know.
Colonized artificial reef structures could absorb the power of storms. On October 10, 2018, Tyndall Air Force Base on the Gulf of Mexico—a pillar of American air superiority—f.....»»
How to watch the Europa Clipper mission launch on Monday
The launch of NASA's Europa Clipper mission to the icy moon of Jupiter was delayed due to Hurricane Milton. Now, the launch could go ahead on Monday......»»
I’m worried Intel is making a mistake with Arrow Lake
For the last several years, every new generation from Intel has felt like a make-or-break moment. Now, with , the stakes are even higher. Intel is facing unprecedented financial troubles, and although it still makes some of the , the silicon giant th.....»»
Research shows dating apps, sites are leading to more diverse couples
The so-called "traditional" way of dating has changed drastically over time, especially in the last decade. While most couples used to meet through families and friends or local organizations like church, according to University of New Mexico Sociolo.....»»
Experts warn "crazy busy" Atlantic hurricane season is far from over
Millions of people in the southeastern U.S. still are reeling from the catastrophic damage caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, but scientists warn that the Atlantic hurricane season is far from over......»»
Climate change boosted Milton’s landfall strength from Category 2 to 3
Rapid attribution shows the hurricane would have been a much less damaging storm. As attempts to clean up after Hurricane Milton are beginning, scientists at the World Weather Att.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: Unlock movie-quality smart home automations with Matter-enabled window shades
Of all the smart home products I’ve tried over the years, one stands out as making the biggest impact in my life day to day while also giving me the type of automation that was only available in the movies previously. I am talking about Matter-enab.....»»
Hurricane Milton leaves at least 16 dead as Florida cleans up
The death toll from Hurricane Milton rose to at least 16 on Friday, officials in Florida said, as residents began the painful process of piecing their lives and homes back together......»»
Event horizon: After photographing black holes, scientists are now making a movie
The first moving images of a black hole could reveal swirls of plasma and collapsing stars, deepening our understanding of the universe......»»
A geomagnetic storm is hitting the northern part of the US. Here"s how the solar event may impact you
Warnings about Hurricane Milton hitting Florida have dominated news reports this week. But there have been warnings from forecasters with the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center about another storm b.....»»