In 2020, 30% of the Pantanal was burned to cinders by wildfires
In 2020, the Pantanal, the largest tropical freshwater wetland in the world and a biodiversity hotspot, was swept by high-intensity fires that destroyed native vegetation in an area totaling 44,998 square kilometers, or about 30% of the Brazilian por.....»»
For a new approach to fighting malaria, study focuses on special RNA molecules in human malaria parasite
The mosquito-borne infectious disease malaria resulted in about 241 million clinical episodes and 627,000 deaths in 2020. In young children and pregnant women living in areas where the disease is endemic, a major cause of death is Plasmodium falcipar.....»»
Lessons from Maui wildfires: Build channels of communication before firewalls
The deadly wildfires that consumed the town of Lahaina on the island of Maui have shocked and horrified people around the world, and raised questions about how they could happen in a state known for its lush beauty......»»
Study shows how historic red tide event of 2020 was fueled by plankton super swimmers
A major red tide event occurred in waters off Southern California in the spring of 2020, resulting in dazzling displays of bioluminescence along the coast. The spectacle was caused by exceedingly high densities of Lingulodinium polyedra (L. polyedra).....»»
Can AC protect against wildfire smoke?
As climate change increases the severity and frequency of wildfires in North America, experts say many Americans are at risk of experiencing one in their lifetime. But even more may be affected by the unhealthy air quality from the smoke the fires pr.....»»
Shutting off power to reduce wildfire risk on windy days isn"t a simple decision, expert says
Maui County is suing Hawaiian Electric, claiming the utility was negligent for not shutting off power as strong winds hit the island in the hours before the city of Lahaina burned. While the cause of the devastating Aug. 8, 2023, wildfire is still un.....»»
This Brutal Summer in 10 Alarming Maps and Graphs
From the Maui wildfires to ultrahigh ocean temperatures, climate change is leaving its devastating mark on the Earth. It’s but a taste of the pain to come......»»
Apple security chief must face bribery charges over firearms permits
Apple's chief security officer Thomas Moyer is again facing criminal charges over allegedly bribing officials for gun licences, after an appeals court overturned an earlier ruling.Thomas Moyer (Source: LinkedIn)In 2020, Moyer was accused of offering.....»»
"The risk is real": UK fire service preps for wildfires
At a military training site in Surrey, southeast England, a small team of firefighters blast the surrounding heathland with water as they practice tackling a different kind of enemy: climate change......»»
Maui conspiracy theories are spreading on social media. Why this always happens after a disaster
A slew of viral conspiracy videos on social media have made baseless claims that the Maui wildfires were started intentionally as part of a land grab, highlighting how quickly misinformation spreads after a disaster......»»
Trump evidently didn"t sell Mar-a-Lago
Did Donald Trump quietly sell off his Mar-a-Lago estate for hundreds of millions of dollars just a few short weeks before being booked in Georgia for trying to steal the 2020 presidential election?While many media outlets ran with the story, the clai.....»»
Wildfires continue to rage in Greece, as seen by satellite
A month after fires ravaged the island of Rhodes in July 2023, more fires have ripped through Greece this week as southern Europe swelters under a late summer heat wave. This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image shows the ongoing blaze near Alexandroupoli in.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: SwitchBot releases new Matter-enabled Curtain 3
has been on my radar since back in 2020 when I discovered their button pusher that I bridged to HomeKit using HOOBS/Homebridge. They offer some pretty unique smart home products that I’ve enjoyed using over the years. Today, they’re rolling out.....»»
California deploys AI-powered wildfire detection systems
New system scans over 1,000 cameras for signs of smoke—with 77 hits so far. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) California's main firefighting agency, Cal Fire, is training AI models to detect visual signs of wildfires usin.....»»
Daily deals Aug. 24: $249 Beats Studio Pro, $1,099 15" MacBook Air, $100 off iPad mini, more
Today's hottest deals include $100 off Beats Studio Pro headphones, 38% off Sony wireless Bluetooth headphones, $215 off a Prettycare robot vacuum, $300 off an Optoma short throw 4K UHD projector, and more.Save $750 on a 2020 iMacThe AppleInsider cre.....»»
Bushfires focus public attention on climate change for months, but it"s different for storms and floods
As the world warms and the climate changes, people are experiencing more frequent and intense extreme weather events. Just this year, heat waves blasted southern Europe, the United States and China; wildfires lit up Greece, Canada and Maui in Hawaii;.....»»
Greenhouse gases are changing air flow over the Pacific Ocean, raising Australia"s risks of extreme weather
After a rare three-year La Niña event brought heavy rain and flooding to eastern Australia in 2020-22, we're now bracing for the heat and drought of El Niño at the opposite end of the spectrum......»»
The Impossible Fight to Stop Canada’s Wildfires
Canada’s worst wildfire season ever has put unprecedented strain on the country’s firefighters. Tens of thousands of people have been displaced, with millions more choking on toxic wildfire smoke. Next summer could be far worse......»»
NIST issues new guidance for emergency response during wildfires
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released a pair of reports that provide guidance for strengthening wildfire preparedness across the United States, including specific actions that communities can take to save lives when t.....»»
AirPods Max owners still complain about condensation issues inside ear cups
Back in 2020, when Apple introduced AirPods Max, some customers noticed that the headphones were facing condensation issues inside the ear cups. At the time, Apple never acknowledged that there was a widespread situation. However, almost three years.....»»
At least 1,100 missing after Hawaii fires
At least 1,100 people are still missing two weeks after deadly wildfires ravaged the Hawaiian island of Maui, authorities said Tuesday, with the FBI seeking family members' help in identifying the remains of the dead......»»