Introducing super drought: A new framework and web service
In recent years, the world has witnessed an alarming increase in the occurrence and severity of catastrophic droughts across various regions. While extensive research has been dedicated to understanding extreme droughts, a fundamental question has re.....»»
Scientists navigate the paradox of extreme cold events in a warming world
According to Copernicus Climate Change Service, February 2024 was the warmest February ever recorded globally......»»
AI has the power to revolutionize lending, but at a cost to people with lower credit scores
As artificial intelligence (AI) steadily increases its hold on the global economy, one of many areas ripe for disruption is consumer pricing. In situations where different consumers are offered the same product or service at different prices, it is n.....»»
Report: England has more food banks inside schools than regular food banks nationwide
Research shows schools have increasingly stepped in as a fourth emergency service and are now the biggest source of charitable food and household aid for families struggling with the cost-of-living crisis......»»
Lenovo sale: Get up to 67% off ThinkPad Laptops, from $600
Lenovo has a huge sale on ThinkPad laptops with some super cheap deals available right now. Here are our highlights......»»
Canada follows Europe with digital services tax likely to hit Apple
Canada is introducing a new digital services tax starting this year, which will see foreign tech giants like Apple and Google receive tax demands for income earned in Canada but not currently taxed there. This follows the example of several Europe.....»»
EU cybersecurity label for cloud computing vote pushed back once again
Cloud service security label will hopefully guarantee EU data safety, but regulatory erosion is putting security at risk......»»
Damn Vulnerable RESTaurant: Open-source API service designed for learning
Damn Vulnerable RESTaurant is an open-source project that allows developers to learn to identify and fix security vulnerabilities in their code through an interactive game. “I wanted to create a generic playground for ethical hackers, developer.....»»
Yes, YouTube TV is kind of broken tonight
YouTube TV — the biggest live streaming service in the U.S. — is glitching all over the place this evening. Adjust your life accordingly......»»
Tesla"s global job cuts include leading markets U.S., China
Tesla cuts jobs in U.S. and China amid falling sales. The layoffs affect sales and service positions. .....»»
Scientists develop framework to measure plastic emissions and bolster U.N. efforts to reduce pollution
University of Toronto (U of T) scientists have developed a framework for measuring plastic pollution emissions akin to the global standard for measuring greenhouse gas emissions. The researchers say the approach will boost identification of the bigge.....»»
Feeling rushed at the food ordering kiosk? You"re not alone
If you've been to a fast-food restaurant recently, you've probably noticed that self-service kiosks are beginning to replace human workers. But as you go to place your order and the lunch-rush crowd grows behind you, have you experienced increased pr.....»»
Namecheap"s Spaceship celebrates one year
Namecheap's one stop website service platform for website building and hosting celebrates its first birthday.....»»
GuidePoint Security introduces IoT Security Assessment
GuidePoint Security announced its IoT Security Assessment, a new cybersecurity service. GuidePoint Security’s team of IoT security and embedded systems experts have extensive experience identifying potential weaknesses in IoT devices and applicatio.....»»
IDnow VideoIdent Flex blends AI technology with human interaction
IDnow has unveiled VideoIdent Flex, a new version of its expert-led video verification service that blends advanced AI technology with human interaction. The human-based video call solution, supported by AI, has been designed and built to boost custo.....»»
How do trees survive dry and hot summers? Leaf lifespan and growth recovery are key
Climate change has an effect on forests and trees. They suffer from heat waves and periods of drought. But although we see tree mortality increase as a result, much is still unknown about the underlying mechanisms......»»
Save $650 on this Lenovo gaming PC with an RTX 4080 Super
Lenovo has a clearance sale on where you can buy the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i for $650 off and score some high-end hardware for less......»»
Framework’s software and firmware have been a mess, but it’s working on them
New features, security updates, and Linux support are all on a long to-do list. Enlarge / The Framework Laptop 13. (credit: Andrew Cunningham) Since Framework showed off its first prototypes in February 2021, we've gener.....»»
How to watch Leinster vs. La Rochelle online for free
Live stream Leinster vs. La Rochelle in the Champions Cup for free from anywhere in the world. TL;DR: Stream Leinster vs. La Rochelle in the Champions Cup for free on RTÉ Player. Access this free streaming service from anywhere in the wo.....»»
Cool off with this $79 super portable A/C
The EvaChill EV-500 is a portable air conditioner and purifier that cools a small area for up to eight hours on one full tank of water. TL;DR: Through April 16, this Evachill portable cooling unit is only $79 (reg. $99). It brings the temperatu.....»»
Google One VPN Shutting Down Because No One Uses It
In late October of 2020, Google added a VPN service to its 2TB storage plans. In early 2023, the company expanded the same VPN to all of its plans, but apparently that still hasn’t helped boost user numbers. With Google not being one to support.....»»