Mathematician solves the moving sofa problem
A mathematician at Yonsei University, in Korea, claims to have solved the moving sofa problem. Jineon Baek has posted a 100+-page proof of the problem on the arXiv preprint server......»»
Creating a simplified form of life: Scientists build modules for a synthetic cell
It is one of the most fundamental questions in science: how can lifeless molecules come together to form a living cell? Bert Poolman, Professor of Biochemistry at the University of Groningen, has been working on this problem for over 20 years. He aim.....»»
This year"s Nobel prize exposes economics" problem with colonialism
Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James Robinson have been awarded the 2024 Nobel memorial prize in economics for their influential work on how institutions shape economic development. Some would say the decision to award these scholars the Nobel was.....»»
Cybercrime’s constant rise is becoming everyone’s problem
Cybercrime in recent years shows no signs of slowing down, with phishing attacks surging and ransomware tactics becoming more advanced, forcing organizations to constantly adapt their defenses. The rise of deepfake technology, especially in creating.....»»
Catching prey with grappling hooks and cannons: The unusual weapons arsenal of a predatory marine bacterium
Countless bacteria call the vastness of the oceans home, and they all face the same problem: the nutrients they need to grow and multiply are scarce and unevenly distributed in the waters around them. In some spots they are present in abundance, but.....»»
More efficient phenotypic screening method can simultaneously test multiple drugs
Some of the most widely used drugs today, including penicillin, were discovered through a process called phenotypic screening. Using this method, scientists are essentially throwing drugs at a problem—for example, when attempting to stop bacterial.....»»
Metro man complains of homeless problem in SE Oklahoma City area
Metro man complains of homeless problem in SE Oklahoma City area.....»»
People are using AI bots to create nude images of almost anyone online
Telegram has a big problem. According to a new Wired investigation, dozens of AI-powered chatbots have appeared on the messaging app, allowing users to create … The post People are using AI bots to create nude images of almost anyone online app.....»»
Could ‘Early Dark Energy’ Resolve the Mystery of Cosmic Expansion?
Estimates of how fast the universe is expanding disagree. Could a new form of dark energy resolve the problem?.....»»
Amazon refreshes its monochrome Kindle lineup, including a bigger Paperwhite
Amazon's new monochrome e-readers focus on the usual quality-of-life upgrades. Amazon is shaking up its entire Kindle e-reader lineup today, at least by the slow-moving and relati.....»»
The neutron lifetime problem—and its possible solution
Neutrons are among the basic building blocks of matter. As long as they are part of a stable atomic nucleus, they can stay there for arbitrary periods of time. However, the situation is different for free neutrons: They decay—after about 15 minutes.....»»
The problem with the new iPad mini
The 2024 iPad mini is arguably the most powerful small tablet in the world. It's just not solving any of the practical problems that plagued its predecessor......»»
Elon Musk’s vow to make lots of Tesla Robotaxis conflicts with U.S. rules
Elon Musk promised to pump out robotaxis in high numbers but there’s a problem with that: U.S. rules won’t allow it......»»
Musk’s vow to make lots of Robotaxis conflicts with U.S. rules
Elon Musk promised to pump out robotaxis in high numbers but there’s a problem with that: U.S. rules won’t allow it......»»
Q&A: Can nanotechnology help solve climate change?
When we think about the climate crisis, we tend to think big—it's a global problem that requires global solutions......»»
Microsoft is fixing my biggest problem with Windows 11 on handhelds
Microsoft just published a new preview build for Windows 11 that includes significant changes to the onscreen keyboard targeted at handheld gaming PCs......»»
Machine learning cracked the protein-folding problem and won the 2024 Nobel Prize in chemistry
The 2024 Nobel Prize in chemistry recognized Demis Hassabis, John Jumper and David Baker for using machine learning to tackle one of biology's biggest challenges: predicting the 3D shape of proteins and designing them from scratch......»»
Stellantis shuffle puts Jeep chief in crucial N.A. role
Dealers are looking to Antonio Filosa, who replaces Carlos Zarlenga as North America COO, for more help moving inventory that on many lots goes back to the 2023 model year......»»
iOS 18 fixed my motion sickness problem with one new feature
Apple can sometimes dip into hyperbole with its marketing. But every now and then, a new iPhone or software feature truly is “life changing.” For me this year, that feature has been Vehicle Motion Cues in iOS 18, which fixed my motion sickness......»»
Illinois governor calls on Stellantis to get moving on Belvidere reopening
“There is every opportunity to begin the restart at Belvidere, and there is no time to waste,” the governor said......»»
Event horizon: After photographing black holes, scientists are now making a movie
The first moving images of a black hole could reveal swirls of plasma and collapsing stars, deepening our understanding of the universe......»»