Hydrothermal mercury: The natural story of a contaminant
An international team of researchers including scientists from the GEOMAR Helmholtz Center for Ocean Research Kiel has produced the first global estimate of mercury emissions from hydrothermal sources at mid-ocean ridges based on measurements......»»
A strikingly natural coincidence: Researchers find heating gallium nitride and magnesium forms a superlattice
A study led by Nagoya University in Japan revealed that a simple thermal reaction of gallium nitride (GaN) with metallic magnesium (Mg) results in the formation of a distinctive superlattice structure. This represents the first time researchers have.....»»
Star Wars Outlaws might be a little too close to Uncharted for its own good
We walked away from our hands-on demo with Star Wars Outlaws excited for its story, but less impressed with its Uncharted-style gameplay......»»
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown to get new story DLC, Sands of Time coming in 2026
Ubisoft announced a few updates on its Prince of Persia franchise, including new story DLC for The Lost Crown and a release window for its Sands of Time remake......»»
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora story DLC brings new area, challenges in July
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora's first story DLC pack is coming on July 16, with a new area and new enemies......»»
Apple announces new version of Siri powered by AI: smarter and more personal
Apple today unveiled a new version of Siri, that it promises is more natural and helpful. The new Siri is powered by Apple Intelligence generative AI models. Siri has a new UI, which features a glow around the device bezel. Responses appear in new.....»»
Study finds natural climate variability impacts Arctic and global warming
When comparing model simulations of Earth's recent warming to real-world observations, differences can arise from several factors, including model errors in the simulated response to increased greenhouse gases and natural fluctuations within the clim.....»»
New imaging device combines education and microbial research
Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä have developed an imaging device for schools and research centers to study microbes. The 3D-printed device "NIRis" enables schools to observe and study natural phenomena. Researchers will gain useful and n.....»»
Only 10% of Australia"s native plants can be bought as seed: How to make plantings more diverse
More than 52 million hectares of land across Australia is degraded. Degraded land lacks biodiversity and the natural balance of healthy ecosystems, making it unfit for wildlife or cultivation. This means we are losing the benefits that healthy ecosys.....»»
Excessive vegetation in Arabia triggered massive butterfly migrations in 2019 across Europe and Africa: Study
Throughout much of 2019, Europe was filled with migrating butterflies. Specifically, millions of Vanessa cardui butterflies (the painted lady) created an extraordinary natural spectacle that left a lasting impression on the collective memory of many.....»»
Fixing excess carbon dioxide: Biocatalyst-driven carboxylation under mild conditions
Carbon capture and utilization technologies for the conversion of carbon dioxide into carboxylic acids have garnered attention recently, with researchers from Tokyo Tech recently demonstrating a biocatalyzed carboxylation reaction of not only natural.....»»
Assassin"s Creed Shadows gets a stylish new trailer at Xbox Games Showcase
Assassin's Creed Shadows just got an all-new trailer blending story and gameplay at the Xbox Games Showcase......»»
Batman: Arkham Shadow is more faithful to the series than you think
Alongside a new story trailer, Meta outlined exactly how true Batman: Arkham Shadow's VR gameplay is to Rocksteady's Arkham series......»»
Tree hidey-holes key to helping slow declines of small mammals
A decline of natural tree hollows is forcing arboreal mammal numbers to fall, according to a new study exploring why these species are disappearing in Northern Australia......»»
3 underrated sci-fi movies on Amazon Freevee you should watch in June
The three underrated sci-fi movies on Amazon Freevee you should watch in June 2024 include one lesser-known film inspired by a Philip K. Dick story......»»
Brompton C Line Electric review: Fun and foldable, fits better than you’d think
A motor evens out its natural disadvantages, but there's still a learning curve. Enlarge / What can I say? It was tough putting the Brompton C Line Electric through its paces. Finding just the right context for it. Grueling work......»»
Editorial: National narrative on EV chargers only part of story
States are in charge, but slow progress doesn't equate to failure......»»
The Protestant Work Ethic could explain a liking for "natural" health care, research suggests
A strong belief in the Protestant Work Ethic might underpin the decision-making of many people choosing "natural" approaches to health care, new research suggests......»»
Apple promises fewer years of iPhone security updates than Samsung and Google on paper, but reality is a different story
Historically, Apple has been hesitant to commit to solid timelines of how long it will support its devices with security and software updates. Now, thanks to a particular UK legal requirement, that has changed. And what the company is promising on pa.....»»
A visualization of everything on Earth—the difference between biomass and technomass
A new interactive visual depicts everything on the planet Earth, showing, with scientific precision and breathtaking profundity, how man-made things now outweigh all forms of natural life......»»
New study confirms presence of benzene in natural gas and potential for undetectable indoor leaks
New research finds that even people with an average sense of smell could be living with a natural gas leak and not know it. The study, published in Environmental Research Letters, finds that small gas leaks can impact indoor air quality by introducin.....»»