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Los Angeles Police Declare Ghost Guns an "Epidemic," Citing 400% Increase in Seizures

The Los Angeles Times reports that homemade (usually 3D-printed) "ghost guns" have contributed to more than 100 violent crimes this year, according to a report released Friday by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD)." Detectives have linked the.....»»

Category: topSource:  slashdotOct 17th, 2021

What Bird Flu in Wastewater Means for California and Beyond

Wastewater in several Californian cities, including San Francisco and Los Angeles, recently tested positive for bird flu. But understanding disease risk and exposure to humans isn’t so straightforward.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated News5 hr. 46 min. ago

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.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated News9 hr. 20 min. ago

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......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News11 hr. 20 min. ago

Study finds increase in media coverage of crises, but not in the number of crises

The world appears to be plagued by crises—at least according to the media......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News11 hr. 20 min. ago

Now anyone in LA can take Waymo robotaxi rides 24/7

Autonomous car specialist Waymo has said it's expanding its robotaxi service in Los Angeles, less than a year after launching there......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 13th, 2024

Walmart Black Friday sale drops this 75-inch TCL under $400

There's a huge discount on a TCL 75-inch TV right now at Walmart thanks to its Black Friday sale. It's down to just $378 right now......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 13th, 2024

The PlayStation 5 just got a discount in time for the holidays

This PlayStation 5 Slim digital edition deal brings the console under $400, but there is a caveat......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Young coral use metabolic tricks to resist bleaching, research reveals

Coral larvae reduce their metabolism and increase nitrogen uptake to resist bleaching at high temperatures, according to a study published November 12 in the open-access journal PLOS Biology by Ariana S. Huffmyer of the University of Washington, US,.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Give your brain a workout using music and this EEG wearable

Alphabeats, which uses music to help increase brain performance, has partnered with Muse and will use its EEG headbands to track and monitor improvements......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Deals: 16GB M3 MacBook Air $899 ($400 off orig. price), M2 iPad Air $150 off, M4 MacBook Pro $150 off, AirTags, more

Today’s best deals are now ready to go and come headlined by a big-time all-time low on the newly upgraded 16GB 13-inch M3 MacBook Air now at $899 – this is $400 off the original price tag. Another new all-time low price is also now live on Apple.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Research shows gender, nationality enhance rivalry perceptions

When a competitor and opponent have a common identity that's relevant to a particular competition, it will increase their perception of rivalry and inspire them to try harder, according to new Cornell University research......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

Smart surveillance system improves tomato plant monitoring with high-speed disease detection, fruit counting

Tomatoes are a critical source of nutrients and remain one of the most widely cultivated fruits globally. However, intensive greenhouse practices increase susceptibility to diseases, which can reduce yields by up to 30% and degrade fruit quality......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

New AI model improves prediction power for genomics related to disease

To understand the workings of DNA in relation to disease, scientists at Los Alamos National Laboratory have developed the first multimodal deep learning model of its kind, EPBDxDNABERT-2, capable of ascertaining the precise relationship between trans.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

Man gets 10 years for stealing $20M in nest eggs from 400 US home buyers

Instead of celebrating a closing, some US home buyers lost everything. A Nigerian man living in the United Kingdom has been sentenced to 10 years for his role in a phishing scam t.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 9th, 2024

Report: Countries must dramatically increase climate adaptation efforts and bridge the finance gap

As climate impacts intensify and hit the world's most vulnerable hardest, the "Adaptation Gap Report 2024: Come hell and high water," from the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), finds that nations must dramatically increase climate adaptation.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsNov 8th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 8th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 8th, 2024

Thousands told to flee wildfire near Los Angeles

Thousands of people were urged to flee an out-of-control wildfire burning around communities near Los Angeles on Thursday, with dozens of homes already lost to the fast-moving flames......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

This 70-inch 4K TV is only $400 at Amazon today

Enjoy your favorite movies, shows, and video games on a big beautiful screen with the 70-inch Insignia F50 Series, now on sale for $400 at Amazon......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024