If You Are Going to Survive, You Must Prepare to Fail
Whether you are ejecting from a fighter jet or psyching yourself up for a meeting, plan for the worst—over and over and over again. And don't forget to breathe......»»
Ancient bacteria might lurk beneath Mars" surface
In a first-of-its-kind study, a research team, including Northwestern University's Brian Hoffman and Ajay Sharma, found that ancient bacteria could survive close to the surface on Mars much longer than previously assumed. And—when the bacteria are.....»»
For blight-ridden American chestnut tree, rebirth may be in offing
The American chestnut tree, once a regal pillar of forests across the eastern United States, is on life support, struggling to survive......»»
TSMC says efforts to rebuild US semiconductor industry are doomed to fail
Apple supplier TSMC believes that US efforts to rebuild chip manufacturing at home are doomed to fail, as it finds itself caught between China and the United States in a tech cold war.TSMCMorris Chang founded TSMC in 1987 when Taiwan recruited him fr.....»»
Apple launched the iPod 21 years ago, and changed the world
The iPod line did not survive to see its 21st birthday, but the influence of this once-ubiquitous device shaped Apple, music, and the world.You had one. Everybody had an iPod, some people had several, and at the time it seemed as if Apple had somehow.....»»
Cadillac Confirms World Endurance Championship Driver Lineup
As teams prepare for 2023, Cadillac Racing has confirmed its driver lineup for the upcoming FIA World Endurance Championship. The 11th season of the WEC consists of seven races across the world, with the Prologue and first race occurring at Sebring I.....»»
To Survive More Frequent Hurricanes, Puerto Rico Needs to Rethink Preparedness
Our leaders ignored the lessons learned from Hurricane María, and Fiona caused more destruction than it should have.....»»
Myth, busted: Formation of Namibia’s fairy circles isn’t due to termites
Plants are "ecosystem engineers" that survive by forming optimal geometric patterns. Enlarge / Drone image of car driving through the NamibRand Nature Reserve, one of the fairy-circle regions in Namibia. (credit: Stephan Getzin).....»»
What Would Really Happen If You Ejected At Mach 10
In Top Gun: Maverick, the titular character ejects from a plane at supersonic speeds, but would he really survive? We examine that question. In Top Gun: Maverick, th.....»»
Grapevines may only need help to survive heavy spotted lanternfly infestations
While heavy infestations of spotted lanternfly on grapevines—especially in successive years—can result in their demise, most vines may be able to survive lighter infestations with few ill effects......»»
Climate change will create more refugees and necessitate new legal protections, say experts
The international community must prepare for "climate change refugees"—displaced either within their home countries or across borders—experts from Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy argue in a new report......»»
Researchers reveal new knowledge of microscopic creature"s durability
University of Wyoming researchers have gained further insight into the biological processes that allow microscopic creatures called tardigrades to survive extreme conditions, including being completely dried out in suspended animation for years......»»
Genetic analysis of bones found in Greenland helps explain how early peoples" use of resources helped them survive
A team of researchers affiliated with several institutions in Denmark and Greenland, working with another colleague from Australia, has found that early humans living in Greenland ate a much more varied diet than previously believed. The study is pub.....»»
Today"s Wordle Answer #487 – October 19, 2022 Solution And Hints
Prepare for another Wordle puzzle that involves an unusual letter. To help you avoid losing your streak, we have some hints to help you along, plus the answer. Prepa.....»»
How an AI map could help us better prepare for the next flood
Since 2013, Canada-based Ecopia AI have been on a mission to create a 'digital twin' of the world. The goal is simple - help governments, companies and communities better understand the needs and problems facing their local areas. Expanding on their.....»»
Consumer MCU, CIS demand may fail to pick up in 2H23
A pick-up in consumer MCU and CMOS image sensor demand starting the second half of 2023 would be the best-case scenario, according to industry sources, which see demand likely to fail picking up in the latter half of next year......»»
Eating fire ants could prepare lizards for future fire ant attack
Eating fire ants might prepare a lizard's immune system to be stung by the ants, according to a new study by researchers at Penn State. The study comprehensively assessed how the immune system responds to lizards eating and being stung by these ants.....»»
AI tools fail to reduce recruitment bias - study
Artificially intelligent analysis of job applications or videos is "pseudoscience", researchers say......»»
Behavior change is essential to address the climate emergency
The U.K. will fail to meet its net zero and environment targets unless there is a significant increase in efforts to bring about behavior change, according to a major new report......»»
Can we cure the frog pandemic?
Frogs play an important part in ecosystems, but they're also fighting to survive an ongoing pandemic. Chytrid fungus (Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis) has ravaged amphibian species for decades......»»
Hurricane Fiona: People with disabilities need more support in extreme storms
The ability to prepare for and recover from an emergency is a privilege many take for granted. Two days before post-tropical cyclone Fiona reached Atlantic Canada, public officials were clear: people should prepare enough supplies for 72 hours, inclu.....»»