MIT Senseable City Lab maps Brazilian favela with handheld 3D-scanners
Researchers at digital laboratory MIT Senseable City Lab have used handheld 3D-scanning technology to analyse the architecture of Rocinha, Brazil's largest favela. Read more Researchers at digital laboratory MIT Senseable City Lab have used.....»»
Google Maps is showing Live Activities for more iPhone users, but still not everyone
Live Activities are a really cool, but underused feature of iOS. Google Maps first announced that the app would support Live Activities back in 2023, but it’s still not arrived. However, after some tests went live earlier this year, we’re seeing.....»»
One of my favorite 2023 hidden gem video games is on sale for Prime Day
RoboCop: Rogue City is discounted to $49 for Prime Day 2024, and fans of the classic film franchise should pick it up at that price......»»
Brazilian researchers discover dinosaur fossil after heavy rains in Rio Grande do Sul
A team of Brazilian scientists has discovered a fossilized skeleton of what they believe is one of the world's oldest dinosaurs after heavy rains in the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul accelerated the natural process of erosion......»»
Partial RenCen demolition under consideration as city vows to make "realistic decisions"
Consideration is being given to tearing down a portion of the Renaissance Center. A source familiar with the matter said no decision has been made on whether to tear down any of the General Motors Co.-owned hotel and office towers that define the.....»»
Scientists use machine learning to predict diversity of tree species in forests
A collaborative team of researchers led by Ben Weinstein of the University of Florida, Oregon, US, used machine learning to generate highly detailed maps of over 100 million individual trees from 24 sites across the U.S., and published their findings.....»»
Archaeological scanners offer 2,000-year window into the world of Roman medicine
The intricate design and workmanship of a set of medical instruments used by Roman surgeons 2,000 years ago have been revealed thanks to state-of-the-art archaeological technology......»»
Irish peat soils are far more vast than previously known, suggests study
New figures suggest peat soils cover 13% more area than previous peat soil maps, which are useful in land use planning—with peat soils critical in absorbing greenhouse gases (GHG) and helping to meet some of Ireland's most pressing environmental ch.....»»
Sling TV begins some limited streaming in 4K resolution
Sling TV will show a good bit of sports in 4K resolution — if you have the right plan, the right hardware, and live in the right city......»»
Land protection initiatives reduced Amazon deforestation by up to 83%, new analysis finds
A new analysis shows that land protection initiatives in the Brazilian Legal Amazon (BLA) reduced deforestation by up to 83% between 2000 and 2010. Such impressive results highlight the vital role of land protection policies in achieving ambitious go.....»»
Amid a sweltering summer, a new study finds street trees thrive in NYC
So far this summer, New York City—like much of the country—has clocked more than 11 90-plus degree days. In addition to the increasing frequency of extreme heat waves, if it seems hotter in the city than in other environments, it typically is......»»
Apple holds special media event touting gaming on the iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Apple this week quietly held a gaming-focused media event in New York City. The event is said to have focused on showing off things like Game Mode in iOS 18, the new M4 iPad Pro performance, and more. more….....»»
Marawi city study analyzes challenges and prospects for post-conflict peacebuilding in urban settings
Wars and conflicts leave devastating destruction in their wake. With so many conflicts now taking place in urban environments, scientists are studying how post-conflict peacebuilding happens in these urban settings......»»
On NYC beaches, angry birds fight drones patrolling for sharks and struggling swimmers
A fleet of drones patrolling New York City's beaches for signs of sharks and struggling swimmers is drawing backlash from an aggressive group of seaside residents: local shorebirds......»»
On NYC beaches, angry birds are fighting drones on patrol for sharks and swimmers
A fleet of drones patrolling New York City's beaches for signs of sharks and struggling swimmers is drawing backlash from an aggressive group of seaside residents: local shorebirds......»»
India widens use of foreign currency accounts in GIFT City
India widens use of foreign currency accounts in GIFT City.....»»
Atlantic City Airshow canceled for 2024, officials announce
Atlantic City Airshow canceled for 2024, officials announce.....»»
Researchers synchronize Napoleonic maps with modern ones
Hungary is a main provider in the publication of synchronized, or in other terms, georeferenced maps of the Napoleonic era. As a result of new research, Hungarian and German researchers have synchronized maps produced during the Napoleonic wars about.....»»
City Council considering changes to cannabis ordinance
City Council considering changes to cannabis ordinance.....»»
How cities can use AI to adapt to climate change
Urban spaces are particularly susceptible to the effects of climate change, such as heat waves, floods, and storms. But which areas of a city are affected, and how can city planners respond?.....»»
Google Maps adds speedometer and speed limits on iPhone, CarPlay
Back in 2019, Google Maps for Android gained a speedometer that simply “shows you how fast you’re driving on the road” and it’s now coming to the iPhone. more….....»»