Latin America"s police dogs turn noses to COVID
Their highly superior sense of smell has long been used to sniff out drugs, weapons and dead bodies. Now Latin America's crime-fighting police dogs are being trained to detect COVID-19......»»
Study of US law enforcement co-responder programs identifies wide variations
In response to demands for police reform, agencies have begun to pursue alternative responses to calls involving mental health crises. Across the United States, jurisdictions are adopting co-responder teams that bring qualified mental or behavioral h.....»»
AI Analysis of Police Body Camera Videos Reveals What Typically Happens during Traffic Stops
Examining body camera videos at scale reveals racial differences in how police treat drivers during traffic stops—and what corrective programs really work.....»»
Uniformed police reduced public sexual harassment more than undercover officers new research finds
Sexual harassment, whether it's catcalling or groping, is one of the most pervasive forms of violence against women in the world......»»
New York drought conditions fan flames, spur water saving
New York has urged its 8.5 million residents to save water as America's biggest city endures an unprecedented period without significant rainfall, creating potentially dangerous drought conditions and fanning the flames of deadly wildfires......»»
Prime time for cicadas: What a once-in-1,547-year bug population surge tells us about the nature of reality
It's a big year in America—for wildlife as well as for politics. I'm talking about periodical cicadas......»»
FordPass app updated with Control Center toggles, new Home Screen widget
Ford fans rejoice: it’s our turn to add widgets for our cars to Control Center. Ford is rolling out a new version of the FordPass app with Control Center toggles as well as a new Home Screen widget. more….....»»
Social media can turn household chores into profit—but are gender stereotypes making a comeback?
A study reveals a surprising transformation: as social media turns everyday household chores into profitable ventures, it may also be bringing back outdated gender stereotypes. Published in the Journal of Marketing Management, the research explores h.....»»
Researchers advocate for new framework to measure sustainable economic growth
The global economy is in transition, with energy systems moving from a central reliance on fossil fuels. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped consumer behavior, labor markets, and business practices, and geopolitics and war have disrupted long.....»»
From swamps to Appalachia, how South of Midnight captures a seldom-seen America
We got a much closer look at Xbox's upcoming South of Midnight, giving us a better feel of how its bringing the American south to life......»»
Turn Your House Into a Screen With Projection Mapping
You can use projection mapping to create a spooky display that’s sure to impress all your candy-seeking visitors — and it won’t cost you a cent. The post Turn Your House Into a Screen With Projection Mapping appeared first on Make: DIY Project.....»»
Data suggest vast majority of Trump voters believe American values and prosperity are "under threat"
Almost nine out of 10 voters who supported Donald Trump for US President believe that America's values, traditions and future economic prosperity are under threat—double the number of Kamala Harris supporters......»»
White truffles, Italy"s gold, menaced by climate change
Deep in a thick forest in Italy's northwestern Piedmont region, the hunt is on for the white Alba truffle, with excited dogs zigzagging and digging into the wet earth......»»
Marvel drops Captain America: Brave New World trailer
Plus special look at Thunderbolts*, in which Florence Pugh returns as government assassin Yelena Belova. Captain America: Brave New World is star Anthony Mackie's.....»»
Captain America: Brave New World trailer previews an explosive Red Hulk fight
The newest trailer for Captain America: Brave New World offers fans their best look yet at Harrison Ford's Red Hulk transformation......»»
New tools give researchers hope for fungus-ravaged US bats
Standing at a woodland entrance to the world's longest cave system in Kentucky, a park ranger warns those about to enter of an extremely deadly fungus—not for humans, but for the bat populations it has devastated across North America......»»
Over 130 homes lost in California wildfire as winds drop
Firefighters grappling with a blaze that has destroyed at least 130 homes in California said Friday they had made progress in their fight as a turn in the weather offered a break......»»
Research monkeys still having a ball days after busting out of lab, police say
They pose no risk to human health, and they're living their best lives. If you need any inspiration for cutting loose and relaxing this weekend, look no further than a free-wheeli.....»»
The voice of America Online’s “You’ve got mail” has died at age 74
His cassette recording, made for $200 in 1989, was a sound that defined an online generation. On Tuesday, Elwood Edwards, the voice behind the online service America Online's icon.....»»
iPhones stored for forensic analysis unexpectedly reboot, causing problems for police
Multiple iPhone units stored for forensic analysis have rebooted themselves, causing concern among law enforcement officials that Apple has a new security feature.iPhones stored for forensic analysis have reportedly begun rebooting themselves.The pho.....»»
Law enforcement operation takes down 22,000 malicious IP addresses worldwide
Operation Synergia II took aim at phishing, ransomware, and information stealing. An international coalition of police agencies has taken a major whack at criminals accused of run.....»»