Nigeria tackles publishing in predatory journals
Higher education institutions in Nigeria need to train academics to spot fraudulent journals, researchers say......»»
New studio Firestoke seeks joyful games to publish
Firestoke, a new studio headed up by former DMA Design and Rockstar developer Paul Farley, today revealed more details about its mission. It intends to offer full-service publishing services to developers who make non-violent, joyful titles. Farley f.....»»
Can This Startup Solve Our Recycling Problems With a New AI-Powered Appliance?
The Washington Post profiles Lasso Loop, the startup behind "a hefty home appliance machine that automatically sorts and breaks down the recyclables you toss inside it," saying the company tackles "a flaw in our waste management systems that many peo.....»»
These Are the Countries Where Twitter, Facebook and TikTok Are Banned
Twitter users in Nigeria were able to access the platform for the first time in seven months last week, after the government reversed a ban Twitter users in Nigeria were allowed to access the platform for the first time in seven months la.....»»
Google Labs starts up a blockchain division
Google Labs tackles "high-potential, long-term projects," and that includes blockchain. Enlarge (credit: Sean Gallup | Getty Images) Here's a fun new report from Bloomberg: Google is forming a blockchain division. The news com.....»»
Study examines diversity in research publishing
Science is often seen as a meritocracy, where the best work rises to the top along with the researchers who shepherd those advances. A new study co-authored by School of Public Policy Chair Cassidy R. Sugimoto tests that premise at the intersection o.....»»
Nigeria Lifts Ban on Twitter
The Nigerian government has lifted the suspension of Twitter operations more than six months after it first declared a crackdown on the social media giant in the country. From a report: Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, the director-general of Nigeria's tech.....»»
What Nigerian cities can do to cope better with flood risk
Flooding is one of the most prevalent and devastating disasters in Nigerian cities. It happens every year in many states of Nigeria. And it has significant social and economic impacts. In 2010, approximately 1550 people died and 258,000 displaced by.....»»
Bowie Estate Sells Songwriting Catalog to Warner Music
David Bowie's estate has sold his entire songwriting catalog to Warner Music, including classics like "Space Oddity," "Let's Dance" and "Heroes," in the latest blockbuster deal for music rights. The New York Times reports: Warner's music publishing d.....»»
Natural antiparasitic processes hinder anisakis infection in fish
The publishing of several articles that reveal the vulnerability of farmed fish to the anisakis parasite has prompted the research group in Marine Zoology of the University of Valencia to experimentally assess the infective susceptibility of fish. Th.....»»
Legible Inc. Announces Retention of Market Maker
VANCOUVER, British Columbia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Legible Inc. (CSE: READ) (“Legible”), a browser-based, mobile-first, globally accessible online eBook reading and publishing platform, has announced today that it has retained Red Cloud Secu.....»»
Intelligence, religious and political beliefs are connected to the accuracy of UK adults" population estimates
British people tend to overestimate the prevalence of different minority demographics, beliefs, and behaviors among the public, according to a study publishing December 22 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE......»»
Fish Do the Wave to Ward Off Predatory Birds
The synchronized dances of sulfur mollies is not only mesmerizing to watch, but also confusing to predators -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
EA Has Earned More Christmas UK No.1 Games Than Any Other Publisher
FIFA 22 publisher EA has had more games take the UK Christmas no.1 spot than any other game publisher. The post EA Has Earned More Christmas UK No.1 Games Than Any Other Publisher appeared first on PlayStation Universe. Publishing behemoth Elec.....»»
Two teams report on study of Hayabusa2 asteroid samples
Two teams of researchers are publishing their findings thus far after initial study of samples collected from the asteroid Ryugu and returned to Earth last year by the Japanese space probe Hayabusa2. Both teams are large and both are made up mostly o.....»»
System Shock Remake Will Be Published By Prime Matter In 2022
The System Shock Remake will launch in 2022 for PC and consoles, with publishing duties handled by Prime Matter. The post System Shock Remake Will Be Published By Prime Matter In 2022 appeared first on PlayStation Universe. The upcoming Nightdiv.....»»
Weibo fined by Chinese regulator for publishing illegal information
Chinese social media platform Weibo Corp has been slapped with a 3 million yuan ($470,000) fine by China's internet regulator for repeatedly publishing illegal information......»»
Swirling bacteria mimic Van Gogh"s "The Starry Night"
Scientists have discovered a way to transform millions of predatory bacteria into swirling flash mobs reminiscent of painter Vincent Van Gogh's "The Starry Night" as the unexpected result of experiments on a genetic circuit the creatures use to disce.....»»
Activision Blizzard faces new pressure from group of state treasurers
Plus, employee organizer calls for CEO's resignation as she departs. Enlarge / Activision's publishing HQ in Santa Monica, California. (credit: Activision) The continuing lawsuits and investigations surrounding widespread repo.....»»
Novel implants to protect Australia"s wildlife from feral cats
New technology developed by the University of South Australia may put an end to predatory cat behaviors in native environments and help control Australia's feral felines......»»
We found a rare insect at an unspoiled stream in Nigeria, sign of a need to explore and protect
Wetlands are essential to the health of the planet. The plants that grow in and around the water store carbon, and wetland ecosystems support biodiversity and provide clean water and food......»»