Literature provides valuable insight into the meanings of mobility and place
Cultural products, including works of literature, are not detached from reality; instead, they construct and challenge our understanding of the world. Literary texts show the complexity of reality, reflect on the power structures of the surrounding s.....»»
A new mission to Pluto could answer the questions raised by New Horizons
Pluto may have been downgraded from full-planet status, but that doesn't mean it doesn't hold a special place in scientist's hearts. There are practical and sentimental reasons for that—Pluto has tantalizing mysteries to unlock that New Horizons, t.....»»
Surgical complications really brought home the value of Apple’s Health Records feature
Apple first launched its Health Records feature way back in 2018, to provide a unified view of our own health records. Recent complications following surgery really showed how valuable this could be if universally adopted, not just for us as patie.....»»
Power press: Fixes for Apple"s oddly-placed Mac mini button
Apple's decision to place the power button of the M4 Mac mini underneath has been questioned by users. In some cases, they've come up with their own "solutions" to the problem.Mac mini power buttonThe introduction of the M4 Mac mini was welcomed by c.....»»
Most US book bans target children"s literature featuring diverse characters and authors of color
Book bans in U.S. schools and libraries during the 2021-22 school year disproportionately targeted children's books written by people of color—especially women of color—according to a peer-reviewed study we published. They also tended to feature.....»»
Plant roots key to water movement and wetland restoration
A new study has revealed the critical role of plant roots in enhancing water movement through wetland soils, offering valuable insights for ecosystem restoration and water management in coastal and saline wetlands in Western Australia......»»
Study reveals why carbon boosts metal nanoparticle catalysts
Precious metals play an important role in the chemical industry as catalysts: With the help of silver, platinum, palladium or other elements, chemical reactions can take place that would otherwise not progress or would only progress at a much lower r.....»»
Miniature tag offers unique insight into the movement of hummingbirds
Scientists from the University of Aberdeen have attached tiny "backpack" type trackers to hummingbirds in the Andes in a bid to learn more about their movements......»»
Veterinarian identifies household threats for pets
There's no place like home; it's where our pets find comfort, security, and safety. Some common household items, however, can inadvertently bring danger to a pet's loving household......»»
Restoring Mexico"s archaeological heritage to its rightful place
A Mexican delegation is coming to retrieve 84 Mesoamerican axes currently in transit at UdeM, underscoring the need to raise public awareness of the looting of archaeological artifacts......»»
Blink Sync Module XR quadruples the range of its predecessor to an impressive 400 feet
The Blink Sync Module XR lets you place the Blink Outdoor 4 up to 400 feet away from your home, giving your security system additional flexibility......»»
Zywave enhances Cyber Quoting to provide insight into coverage limit adequacy and potential loss gaps
Zywave announced an enhancement to its Cyber Quoting solution with the addition of embedded benchmarking. Brokers can now leverage industry data and loss profiles from similar organizations to provide their clients with more sophisticated insight int.....»»
Early Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals 2024: Up to 46% off
Are you looking for Nintendo Switch Cyber Monday deals on consoles, games, accessories, and more? You've come to the right place, because we have them all here......»»
Holiday Gift Guide: Best Outdoor Tech of 2024
The holiday season is nearly upon us, so if you’re looking for a gift guide for outdoor tech, you’ve come to the right place! The post Holiday Gift Guide: Best Outdoor Tech of 2024 appeared first on Phandroid. The holidays are coming u.....»»
Mozambique VPN usage soars as internet restrictions continue
While it's the first time the country has resorted to strict internet censorship during protests, VPN usage keeps growing as restrictions are still in place......»»
Downward mobility from top backgrounds in the UK is even rarer than previously thought
Only a tiny fraction of children from the most privileged backgrounds will end up in working class jobs, suggesting that social mobility in the UK may be even more limited than previously thought......»»
Scientists have figured out why Martian soil is so crusty
On November 26, 2018, NASA's Interior Exploration using Seismic Investigations, Geodesy, and Heat Transport (InSight) mission landed on Mars. This was a major milestone in Mars exploration since it was the first time a research station had been deplo.....»»
Novel flame aerosol system excels at creating nanoparticles
Since prehistoric times, humans have used fire to transform raw materials into valuable goods. Examples include using flames to turn clay into pottery, and silica into glass......»»
Lumifi acquires Critical Insight to boost incident response capabilities
Lumifi announces the acquisition of Critical Insight, marking its third acquisition in 13 months. This strategic move expands Lumifi’s service offerings and strengthens its presence in the healthcare and critical infrastructure cybersecurity se.....»»
Genome sequencing of all four Macadamia species unlocks new potential for crop improvement
A research team has successfully sequenced and assembled the genomes of all four Macadamia species, marking a significant advance in crop improvement efforts for this commercially valuable nut. The findings reveal key genetic traits that could enhanc.....»»
COP29: AI can help develop climate-resistant crops for Africa—but it shouldn"t be left in the hands of corporates
How we use land and feed a growing global population, and the burden we place on natural habitats in pursuit of nutrition, will again take center stage at the annual global climate change conference, COP29, in November......»»