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......»»
3 great free movies to stream this weekend (October 25-27)
From October 25-27, stream these great movies for free, including a complex thriller, a polarizing superhero story, and a terrific dramedy......»»
Why is Elon Musk talking to Vladimir Putin, and what does it mean for SpaceX?
NASA chief says ties between SpaceX CEO and Putin should be investigated. In a blockbuster story published Friday morning, The Wall Street Journal reports that Elon Musk has been.....»»
A natural climate change laboratory in Japan reveals the adaptation dynamics of fishers
A new study published in the journal People and Nature reveals the complex relationship between the impacts of climate change and the adaptive responses of coastal fishers in one of the areas most affected by these environmental changes: the southern.....»»
From fireflies to drones: Researchers uncover strategy for synchronization efficiency
Researchers from The University of New Mexico School of Engineering looked to the natural world to explain how synchronized systems can work more efficiently and made a significant discovery. Their results were published in the journal Nature Communi.....»»
"Well-man" thrown from castle identified from 800-year-old Norse saga
A passage in the Norse "Sverris Saga," the 800-year-old story of King Sverre Sigurdsson, describes a military raid that occurred in AD 1197, during which a body was thrown into a well at Sverresborg Castle, outside Trondheim in central Norway, likely.....»»
Venom: The Last Dance’s ending, explained
Now that Venom: The Last Dance has premiered, here's a breakdown of the story and what its ending means for Eddie Brock, Venom, and its villain Knull......»»
Kaley Cuoco reignites her true crime obsession in the Based on a True Story season 2 trailer
In the official trailer for Based on a True Story season 2, Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina are out to find another killer......»»
Natural compound found in flowers blocks activity of an enzyme involved in multiple sclerosis and cancer
Scientists have identified a natural compound that halts the process involved in the progression of certain forms of cancer and demyelinating conditions—those that damage the sheath, known as myelin, that surrounds neurons—such as multiple sclero.....»»
5 movies leaving Netflix in October 2024 you have to watch now
Watch these five movies leaving Netflix at the end of October 2024. Our picks include an A24 love story, a family-friendly adventure, and a dazzling musical......»»
Apple Watch sleep apnea detection now available in Canada following approval
Editor’s note: A previous version of this story incorrectly stated that iOS 18.2 beta enabled sleep apnea monitoring. The article has been replaced to reflect the feature is officially approved for all Apple Watch Series 9, Ultra 2, and Series 10.....»»
Molecular insights into the dynamic dance of nanoplastics and natural organic matter
Nanoplastics, emerging as persistent environmental pollutants, pose significant threats due to their durability and wide distribution in water bodies. Their interactions with natural organic matter are critical, influencing pollutant retention, micro.....»»
3 Netflix shows we can’t wait to see in November 2024
The three Netflix shows you need to watch in October 2024 include a sports story, a murder mystery, and the second season of an animated hit......»»
The 45 best Netflix drama shows right now (October 2024)
The best Netflix drama shows include Yellowjackets, The Lincoln Lawyer, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, Heels, Fire Country, and many others......»»
PSA: New Hearing Protection feature for AirPods Pro 2 won’t be available worldwide [Updated]
Editor’s note: An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated that the Hearing Test and Hearing Aid features would only be available in the United States and Canada. This is incorrect. Those features will be available in available in more than.....»»
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is hitting PC in January, won’t get any more story content
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is finally coming to PCs early next year, but the announcement comes with some bad news......»»
New study investigates insecticide contamination in Minnesota"s water
A new study by researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities in collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) found that specific insecticides, called neonicotinoids, were found at high concentrations in some ground.....»»
Five surprising ways that trees help prevent flooding
Think of flood prevention and you might imagine huge concrete dams, levees or the shiny Thames barrier. But some of the most powerful tools for reducing flood risk are far more natural and widely recognizable: woodlands and green spaces. Trees offer.....»»
3 great Hulu movies you need to stream this weekend (October 18-20)
A horror story, an exciting animated sequel, and an existential crisis are our picks for the three great Hulu movies that you need to stream this weekend......»»
Lignin molecular property discovery could help turn trees into affordable, greener industrial chemicals
Trees are the most abundant natural resource living on Earth's land masses, and North Carolina State University scientists and engineers are making headway in finding ways to use them as sustainable, environmentally benign alternatives to producing i.....»»
Forest fires are shifting north and intensifying—here"s what that means for the planet
Fires have long been a natural part of forest ecosystems, but something is changing. Our new study shows that forest fires have become more widespread and severe amid global heating, particularly in the high northern latitudes such as Canada and Sibe.....»»