New doubts over coral, safety at planned Olympic surf venue
The president of French Polynesia has questioned whether 2024 Olympic surfing can go ahead at the planned site in Tahiti, saying he was concerned about safety and damage to coral from a planned judging tower......»»
Scientists warn of coral reef decline due to ocean acidification
The French Polynesian island Moorea is the most beautiful isle in the world, some say. Its lagoons are surrounded by reefs dominated by Porites corals......»»
VW plans Tiguan redesign along with Jetta, Taos freshenings for 2025
Crucial 2025 updates for two Volkswagen crossovers and the Jetta entry vehicle are planned for the brand's U.S. lineup......»»
Fisker recalls more than 18,000 Ocean vehicles over faulty software, noncompliance with safety standards
The recall covers 6,834 2022-23 Ocean vehicles in the U.S., with Fisker voluntarily recalling 11,201 in the U.S., Canada and Europe......»»
We have a moral responsibility to help low-income nations restore coral reefs, says researcher
The fourth global coral bleaching event is underway. It won't be the last......»»
Activists rally at Apple Park for reinstatement of child safety features
Protesters at Apple Park are demanding that the company reinstate its recently abandoned child safety measures.Image credit: Heat Initiative (via X)Nearly three dozen protesters gathered around Apple Park on Monday morning, carrying signs that read,.....»»
12-volt batteries with more power are poised for a long run in EVs and hybrids
In electrified vehicles and those with self-driving capabilities, no longer is it the battery's job to just start the engine and to keep the lights on. The 12-volt battery has a direct role in the vehicle's critical safety systems and in reducing emi.....»»
UAW, Ultium Cells reach tentative agreement
The UAW and Ultium Cells have come to a tentative agreement on improvements in wages, health and safety measures after 18 months of negotiation. The agreement serves as a local supplement to the bigger master contract of the Detroit 3......»»
DARPA’s planned nuclear rocket would use enough fuel to build a bomb
The US is still regulating some enriched uranium based on an analysis from the 1950s. Enlarge (credit: OLE-CNX) High-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU) has been touted as the go-to fuel for powering next-gen nuclear reac.....»»
Which iPhone models are needed to run iOS 18
At WWDC 2024, Apple will unveil iOS 18. Here's which iPhone models will run the new version of the operating system.iOS 17 on an iPhoneThe annual WWDC keynote is chiefly the venue for Apple to reveal its updates for its operating systems. With big ch.....»»
Anker recalls several products over fire safety risks
Anker has announced that they will be recalling several of their products after discovering potential fire safety risks. The post Anker recalls several products over fire safety risks appeared first on Phandroid. Anker makes some pretty gr.....»»
Scientists "read" the messages in chemical clues left by coral reef inhabitants
What species live in this coral reef, and are they healthy? Chemical clues emitted by marine organisms might hold that information. But in underwater environments, invisible compounds create a complex "soup" that is hard for scientists to decipher......»»
Outcry from big AI firms over California AI “kill switch” bill
Proposed law would require AI companies to adhere to strict safety frameworks. Enlarge (credit: Hajohoos via Getty) Artificial intelligence heavyweights in California are protesting against a state bill that would force.....»»
Researchers discover high coral diversity in extreme seawater temperatures
A team of Dutch and Indonesian researchers has discovered a great diversity of coral species in extreme seawater temperatures. Through extensive research, published in the journals Diversity and PeerJ, on marine biodiversity in Raja Ampat, Indonesia,.....»»
Will the 2024 Olympic Games become the playing field for social justice protests?
Yannick Kluch, a professor of recreation, sport and tourism at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, studies sport as a platform for promoting social justice. Kluch has worked with the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, U.S. Diving and the.....»»
Jeep Wagoneer tops Chevy Tahoe, Ford Expedition in 2024 IIHS crash test ratings
The Jeep Wagoneer by far outperformed the Ford Expedition and Chevrolet Tahoe in earning a 2024 Top Safety Pick Award......»»
Colombian underwater "art gallery" serves as coral home
On the Caribbean seafloor, an unusual sculpture gallery is taking shape with an equally unusual purpose: to provide homes for corals under threat from tourism and climate change......»»
Jeep Wagoneer earns 2024 Top Safety Pick Award, while Chevrolet Tahoe and Ford Expedition fail to meet standards
The Jeep Wagoneer by far outperformed the Ford Expedition and Chevrolet Tahoe in earning a 2024 Top Safety Pick Award......»»
Humane Ai Pin owners warned to stop using charging case over fire risk
Humane has told owners of its Ai Pin device to stop using its charging case immediately because it may pose a fire safety risk......»»
‘The Stakes Are Incredibly High.’ Two Former OpenAI Employees On the Need for Whistleblower Protections
'The stakes are incredibly high' This could be a costly interview for William Saunders. The former safety researcher resigned from OpenAI in February, and—like many other departing employees—signed a non-disparagement ag.....»»
Elon Musk’s X defeats Australia’s global takedown order of stabbing video
Australia drops censorship fight threatening Musk’s X with $500K daily fine. Enlarge (credit: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin / Contributor | FilmMagic) Australia's safety regulator has ended a legal battle with X (formerly Twitt.....»»