Japanese squirrels can consume "poisonous" mushrooms
Associate Professor Suetsugu Kenji (Kobe University Graduate School of Science) and independent photographer Gomi Koichi have observed a Japanese squirrel (Sciurus lis) routinely feeding on well-known species of poisonous toadstool mushroom, includin.....»»
M3 24-inch iMac vs M1 24-inch iMac -- Specs, price, and features, compared
Apple has finally upgraded the 24-inch iMac, giving it a new M3 chip. Here's how the original fares against the newest release.24-inch iMac with M1 [left], M3 [right]When Apple introduced the 24-inch iMac, it received a very warm reception by consume.....»»
Why Capcom thinks PC game modding is akin to “cheating”
Japanese publisher cites reputational damage, support costs of "unauthorized" mods. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) For most PC gamers, the ability to update their game with a wide variety of mods is a hug.....»»
Mouse embryos grown in space for first time: Japan researchers
Mouse embryos have been grown on the International Space Station and developed normally in the first study indicating it could be possible for humans to reproduce in space, a group of Japanese scientists said......»»
Saturday Citations: Mars limnology, phage immunology, quantum technology. Plus: The mushrooms are coming
This week, we reported on LIGO upgrades, parasitic fungi and a new analysis of Curiosity rover data. Also, did you know that viruses also attack bacteria? But at that scale, it's a lot less like catching a cold and a lot more like Harry Dean Stanton.....»»
Mammalian cells may consume bacteria-killing viruses to promote cellular health
Bacteriophages, also called phages, are viruses that infect and kill bacteria, their natural hosts. But from a macromolecular viewpoint, phages can be viewed as nutritionally enriched packets of nucleotides wrapped in an amino acid shell......»»
Radical new forecast shows how rapidly the energy economy is changing
Economics, policies will revolutionize energy, still stick us with over 2° C warming. Enlarge (credit: Yaorusheng) Humanity is on the cusp of radical changes in how we produce and consume energy, according to a new.....»»
Two new pygmy squids discovered among the corals of Japan
The seagrass beds and coral reefs surrounding the Japanese sub-tropical islands of Okinawa are some of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet. Home to more than 360 species of coral alone, these beautiful yet fragile underwater groves provide t.....»»
Video: An antidote for deadly mushrooms?
Almost all mushroom-related fatalities worldwide are caused by a single group of molecules, cyclopeptides, which are found in death caps and destroying angels......»»
Toyota, Honda, Nissan pitch EV prowess at Japan Mobility Show
Electric vehicles headline this week's Japan Mobility Show as Japanese automakers try to prove to the world they are serious about full battery electrics......»»
UN nuclear agency team watches Japanese lab workers prepare fish samples from damaged nuclear plant
Scientists from the U.N. nuclear agency watched Friday as Japanese lab workers prepared samples of fish collected at a seafood market near the Fukushima nuclear plant to test the safety of treated radioactive wastewater released from the damaged plan.....»»
Toyota idles 11 production lines in Japan after explosion at coil supplier
Chuo Spring said an accident involving an explosion in a building at its Fujioka plant on Monday resulted in damage to the facility where vehicle suspension coils are made for a number of Japanese automakers......»»
Toyota idles 6 plants in Japan after explosion at parts supplier
Chuo Spring said an accident involving an explosion in a building at its Fujioka plant on Monday resulted in damage to the facility where vehicle suspension coils are made for a number of Japanese automakers......»»
Apple Pencil 3 is near, according to rumors — 3 new features we"re expecting
The Apple Pencil 3 is reportedly fast approaching, according to rumors. The new Apple Pencil 3 is fast approaching, according to a rumor from Mac Otakara, a Japanese blog. If this is true, it's about time. We haven't seen an update to the Apple.....»»
Apple defends IAP against Japanese government App Store report
Apple has defended its In-App Payments policies to the government of Japan, insisting that it is more than a payment processing feature, and that its App Store commission rates are "reasonable."An Apple Store in JapanThe Digital Market Competition Co.....»»
Toyota, Idemitsu team for all-solid-state battery breakthrough by 2028
Toyota is teaming with Japanese petrochemical giant Idemitsu to develop a sulfide solid electrolyte for the all-solid-state batteries the automaker plans to market in its next-generation electric vehicles around 2027-2028......»»
Toyota, Idemitsu team for solid-state battery breakthrough by 2028
Toyota is teaming with Japanese petrochemical giant Idemitsu to develop a sulfide solid electrolyte for the all-solid-state batteries the automaker plans to market in its next-generation electric vehicles around 2027-2028......»»
Multiple novel yeast species detected in the gut of green lacewing in Japan
Among fungi, including mushrooms and molds, there exists a wide range of yeast species that do not produce mycelium but instead grow as single cells through the processes of budding and division. Because yeasts multiply unicellularly, they are well s.....»»
Nissan Hyper Adventure a sporty EV with huge battery, flip seat
The Nissan Hyper Adventure, a high-tech, eco-friendly sporty crossover, will preview the Japanese automaker's next-generation EV designs with a huge battery and unique flip seat when it debuts at this month's Japan Mobility Show......»»
Music Labels Warn Pirate Sites & Users After J-Pop & K-Pop Sites Shut Down
Following the unexpected shutdown of two popular J-pop and K-pop download sites in August, the Recording Industry Association of Japan has claimed responsibility. The group, which consists of 65 recording labels covering much of the Japanese market,.....»»
California Nixes a Bill to Decriminalize Plant-Based Psychedelics
Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed Senate Bill 58, which would have allowed adults to possess small amounts of mescaline, DMT, and psilocybin, the hallucinogen in magic mushrooms.....»»