Magnetar SGR J1935+2154 investigated in detail
Using various ground-based facilities worldwide, an international team of astronomers has carried out long-term multi-frequency radio observations of a galactic magnetar known as SGR J1935+2154. Results of the observational campaign, published March.....»»
Jaw shapes of 90 shark species show evolution driven by habitat
An international research team led by Faviel A. López-Romero from the Department of Paleontology at the University of Vienna investigated how the jaw shape of sharks has changed over the course of evolution. They conclude that in the most widespread.....»»
Apple releases macOS Ventura 13.4 RC 3 to developers and beta testers
Following the release of an updated iOS 16.5 RC build on Monday, Apple is now rolling out the third RC build of macOS Ventura 13.4 to developers and public beta testers. macOS 13.4 adds new sports-related features and bug fixes. Read on as we detail.....»»
Blazar 1ES 1959+650 investigated with Swift and XMM-Newton satellites
Using NASA's Swift observatory and ESA's XMM-Newton satellite, Indian astronomers have inspected a prominent high synchrotron peaked blazar known as 1ES 1959+650. Results of the study, published May 5 on the arXiv pre-print server, shed more light on.....»»
See the first image of Earth from a new weather-monitoring satellite
A recently launched weather satellite has sent back its first image of Earth, showing our planet in gorgeous detail......»»
Apple Q2 2023 earnings see stock rise 4% despite revenue drop
Yesterday’s Apple Q2 2023 earnings report revealed that the company saw a year-on-year fall in revenue. But while this might sound like bad news, the detail paints a better picture. Investors appear to think the same, as the stock price is up more.....»»
Nitrogen addition and mowing alter drought resistance and recovery of grassland communities
The effects of increased nitrogen input and mowing on the resistance and recovery of temperate grassland experiencing a three-year natural drought (from 2015 to 2017) were investigated based on a five-year field manipulative experiment......»»
New weather satellite reveals spectacular images of Earth
Europe's latest weather satellite, the Meteosat Third Generation Imager, has just delivered its first view of Earth—revealing conditions over Europe, Africa and the Atlantic in remarkable detail......»»
Cellular traffic controllers caught managing flow of signals from receptors
Proteins that act like air traffic controllers, managing the flow of signals in and out of human cells, have been observed for the first time with unprecedented detail using advanced microscopy techniques......»»
Neutron star"s X-rays reveal "photon metamorphosis"
A "beautiful effect" predicted by quantum electrodynamics (QED) can explain the puzzling first observations of polarized X-rays emitted by a magnetar—a neutron star featuring a powerful magnetic field, according to a Cornell astrophysicist......»»
Apple releases watchOS 9.5 and tvOS 16.5 beta 4 to developers [U: Public Beta]
Apple on Tuesday released the fourth betas of watchOS 9.5 and tvOS 16.5 to developers. The updates come after Apple began testing with the new betas last month. Read on as we detail what’s new in these updates. Update: Apple is now rolling out the.....»»
Apple Pay now available in Guatemala and El Salvador following expansion to South Korea
Earlier this year, Apple expanded its Apple Pay payments service to South Korea in partnership with Hyundai Card. Now the company is rolling out Apple Pay in Guatemala and El Salvador in partnership with local banks. Read on as we detail more about.....»»
Why champagne has stable “bubble chains” and other carbonated drinks do not
Surfactants give champagne its signature stable rising column of bubbles. Enlarge / Researchers investigated the stability of bubble chains in carbonated drinks like champagne and sparkling wine. (credit: Madeline Federle and Col.....»»
Physicists unlock secret of why champagne bubbles form straight chain as they rise
Surfactants give champagne its signature stable rising column of bubbles. Enlarge / Researchers investigated the stability of bubble chains in carbonated drinks like champagne and sparkling wine. (credit: Madeline Federle and Col.....»»
The big villain in Fantastic Four may have leaked, and fans will love it
The Fantastic Four leaks continue to roll in regularly, but these aren’t the kind of rumors that detail what happens in Marvel’s big reboot. Instead, … The post The big villain in Fantastic Four may have leaked, and fans will love i.....»»
Telegram adds Shareable Chat Folders and Custom Wallpapers with its latest update
The popular messaging platform Telegram is once again adding multiple new features to its app with its latest update. The app now features Shareable Chat Folders, Custom Wallpapers, and other new features and improvements. Read on as we detail every.....»»
Apple rolling out third beta of macOS 13.4, watchOS 9.5, and tvOS 16.5 to developers [U: Public Beta]
Apple on Tuesday released the third betas of macOS Ventura 13.4, watchOS 9.5, and tvOS 16.5 for developers. The updates come after Apple began testing with the new betas last month. Read on as we detail what’s new in these updates. Update: Followi.....»»
Scientists discover rare element in exoplanet"s atmosphere
The rare metal terbium has been found in an exoplanet's atmosphere for the first time. The researchers at Lund University in Sweden have also developed a new method for analyzing exoplanets, making it possible to study them in more detail......»»
Dodging justice: Characteristics of repeat child sex offenders
Many crimes are obvious, with those responsible soon apprehended, but with most sexual abuse (including child sexual abuse) remaining unreported or undetected, Griffith University researchers have investigated the characteristics of repeat offenders.....»»
Google Pixel Fold might scare Samsung as much as the iPhone
One of the most exciting foldable smartphones coming out this year is Google’s Pixel Fold, which recently leaked in great detail. The new Pixel form … The post Google Pixel Fold might scare Samsung as much as the iPhone appeared first on.....»»
Apple rolling out third beta of macOS 13.4, watchOS 9.5, and tvOS 16.5 to developers
Apple on Tuesday released the third betas of macOS Ventura 13.4, watchOS 9.5, and tvOS 16.5 for developers. The updates come after Apple began testing with the new betas last month. Read on as we detail what’s new in these updates. more… The po.....»»