Mangroves save $855 billion in flood protection globally, report finds
Mangroves have been shown to provide $855 billion in flood protection services worldwide, according to a new study from the Center for Coastal Climate Resilience at UC Santa Cruz. The research, conducted by project co-lead, Pelayo Menendez and center.....»»
US blocks China from foreign exports with even a single US-made chip
New China export curbs could hurt US chipmakers, allies more than Huawei. Joe Biden's final move to stop China from racing ahead of the US in AI may be too little too late, report.....»»
The best-selling smartphones in the world are last year’s iPhones
The three best-selling smartphones in the world last quarter were all last year’s iPhones, with two older Samsung models taking 4th and 5th place, according to a new market intelligence report. The world’s best-selling smartphone in Q4 2024 wa.....»»
Best Apple Cyber Monday deals: 50+ bargains that end today
Cyber Monday deals are here and we've compiled the best bargains across Apple's entire device lineup — from new M4 MacBook Pros to blowout iPad savings. Save up to $600 instantly, but you'll want to act fast as supplies may be limited.Best Apple Cy.....»»
Taking climate change personally—study finds audiovisual sources best media tool for growing interest
People take a bigger interest in climate change when they feel personally vested in the issue, a Singapore Management University sustainability communication expert notes in his latest research......»»
"Forever chemicals" are polluting African waters
Every week seems to bring a new report about where "forever chemicals" have been found: in soil, drinking water, our bodies and marine animals. Their proper scientific name is perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). But they're more com.....»»
School segregation widens racial achievement gaps among Black, white and Hispanic students
New sociological research finds that school segregation continues to widen racial achievement gaps among Black, Hispanic, and white students in U.S. public schools. Analyzing standardized test scores from millions of students, researchers concluded t.....»»
Enterococcus helps E. coli "armor up" in dog and poultry co-infections
A new study finds that two subtypes of pathogenic Escherichia coli (E. coli) produce five to 16 times more protective capsular "slime" when Enterococcus faecalis (EF) is present. The finding could lead to targeted therapies for E. coli infections spe.....»»
AI was everywhere in 2024"s elections, but deepfakes and misinformation were only part of the picture
It's been the biggest year for elections in human history: 2024 is a "super-cycle" year in which 3.7 billion eligible voters in 72 countries had the chance to go the polls. These are also the first AI elections, where many feared that deepfakes and a.....»»
Report: Almost 1 in 10 UK workers increasingly trapped in precarious work
It is concerning that 8% of UK workers are "increasingly precarious"—likely to be stuck in low-paid, insecure or otherwise uncertain work—say researchers from UCL in a new report on the UK labor market......»»
Canada must turn its impressive biodiversity protection goals into real actions
With biodiversity declining at unprecedented rates worldwide, Canada stands at an important crossroads......»»
Landmark study reveals stark failure to halt Murray-Darling River decline
Some A$13 billion in taxpayer dollars and 30 years of policy reform have failed to arrest the devastating decline in the health of Australia's most important river system, the Murray-Darling Basin, new research shows......»»
How hedges on the ski slopes could save Alps resorts
Ski resorts faced with falling visitor numbers due to climate change should hedge their income by taking out separate weather derivatives (insurance-like financial products) for each month of the season, academics suggest......»»
Cyber Monday Solo Stove deals 2024: Save 43% on these low-maintenance fire pits
We've tracked down all the best Cyber Monday Solo Stove deals so you can save big on the popular fire pits. We also have some great buying advice......»»
Cyber Monday GE Ice Maker deals 2024: Save 25% and get your ice already
We've picked out all the best Cyber Monday GE Ice Maker deals right now, and we also have some great advice if you're buying one......»»
How DNA could help save California"s historic pheasants
Startled, large flocks of pheasants burst into flight, exploding with colorful fuss and flutter from thickets of wild grass and fallen leaves......»»
Cyber Monday All-in-One PC deals 2024: Big savings on stylish PCs from Lenovo, Dell, and HP
We've picked out all the best Cyber Monday All-in-One PC deals so you can save big on popular brands like HP and Dell today......»»
Cyber Monday Chromebook deals 2024: Save on HP, Lenovo, and Acer
We've picked out all the best Cyber Monday Chromebook deals including the best brands like HP and Lenovo so you can save ahead of the big day......»»
Cyber Monday drone deals to take to the skies
Don't miss out on a chance to fly and a chance to save with the best Cyber Monday drone deals. Everyone gets the chance to fly like Superman......»»
Cyber Monday’s best 5K monitor deals 2024: Save on LG, Samsung, and Apple
We've found some of the best 5K monitor deals for Cyber Monday, and we're sharing our favorites. Here's what we recommend......»»
Save up to $250 on every M4 Mac mini, plus get M2 Cyber Monday deals from $449
Apple's new Mac mini is eligible for promo code savings, with every M4 and M4 Pro spec up to $250 off. Plus, grab closeout deals on M2 models, with prices starting at $449.Coupon savings are in effect on every M4 Mac mini.The Cyber Monday deals on Ap.....»»