Not all porn is created equal—is there such a thing as a healthy pornography?
We recently saw yet another controversy about sexual representation in Australia. Melissa Kang and Yumi Stynes' book Welcome to Sex was attacked by the conservative group Australian Women's Forum, leading to the book being removed from the shelves of.....»»
Google halts its 4-plus-year plan to turn off tracking cookies by default in Chrome
A brief history of Google's ideas, proposals, and APIs for cookie replacements. Enlarge / Google, like most of us, has a hard time letting go of cookies. Most of us just haven't created a complex set of APIs and brokered deals ac.....»»
Microsoft Copilot is fairly relaxed about trademark use
While AI is under attack from copying existing works without permission, the industry could end up getting into more legal trouble over trademarks.Images created by Microsoft's CopilotThe rise in interest in generative AI has also led to an increase.....»»
Figma"s AI duplication of Apple designs due to a lack of vetting
Figma's ill-fated Make Designs feature created designs based on existing apps, including some from Apple. Figma says it's because new elements weren't tested enough before its launch.Attempts by Andy Allen to use Figma's Make Design tool to create a.....»»
Google will start ridding the Play Store of “low quality” apps
The Google Play Store is home to millions of apps, but not all of them are of equal quality, and it’s something Google is taking action on. The post Google will start ridding the Play Store of “low quality” apps appeared first on Phandroid......»»
Ram confronts tornadoes in new ‘Twisters" film, ad campaign
Ram trucks are featured in the movie, which opens at theaters July 19, and Stellantis has created an ad campaign that will run on TV, Ram's YouTube channel and social platforms......»»
Studies find China-based emissions of three potent climate-warming greenhouse gases have spiked in past decade
When it comes to heating up the planet, not all greenhouse gases are created equal. They vary widely in their global warming potential (GWP), a measure of how much infrared thermal radiation a greenhouse gas would absorb over a given time frame once.....»»
New technique to diagnose cancer metastasis uses origami nanoprobes
Johns Hopkins engineers have created a new optical tool that could improve cancer imaging. Their approach, called SPECTRA, uses tiny nanoprobes that light up when they attach to aggressive cancer cells, helping clinicians distinguish between localize.....»»
Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition gave me new respect for gaming speedrunners
Bite-size speed challenges refresh the classics, but require a healthy dose of patience. Enlarge / Get ready to repeat this ~25-second slice of Mario over and over... and over... and over. If you've ever seen a record-b.....»»
The cost of eating healthy: NZ fruit and veg prices are going up way faster than processed food
The rising price of food has been making headlines for the past decade. But prices have not been rising consistently across all food groups—and this has major health implications for New Zealanders......»»
It doesn’t look like anyone can beat T-Mobile
T-Mobile still commands a healthy lead over its rivals, but 5G performance is skyrocketing in major U.S. cities......»»
Five ways to help LGBTQ+ students feel supported at school
To help educators create an environment of inclusivity and acceptance for LGBTQ+ students, the University of Oregon's HEDCO Institute created a quick summary of five evidence-supported strategies for schools......»»
Next-gen spacesuit can turn urine into drinking water
Researchers have created a prototype spacesuit capable of recycling urine into drinking water, and it could be used in the upcoming Artemis missions......»»
Genetic cloaking of healthy cells opens door to universal blood cancer therapy
Blood stem cells are being engineered to protect them from lethal therapies. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson) Know your enemy, know yourself. It's a centuries-old strategy. But even in the present-day war against cancer,.....»»
Scorching storms on distant worlds revealed in new detail
Astronomers have created the most detailed weather report so far for two distant worlds beyond our own solar system. The international study—the first of its kind—reveals the extreme atmospheric conditions on the celestial objects, which are swat.....»»
Scientists create computer program that "paints" the structure of molecules in the style of famous Dutch artist
Scientists from Trinity College Dublin have created a computer program that "paints" the structure of molecules in the style of famous Dutch artist, Piet Mondrian, whose beautiful artworks will be instantly recognizable to many......»»
How to embed a video in PowerPoint
Did you know you can add YouTube videos to your PowerPoint presentations? It’s not too difficult either, and we created this guide to help with the process......»»
Tourism development doesn"t equal bad jobs—weak government protection does
While tourism's ability to create new jobs is indisputable, there is much talk of these jobs being low quality and precarious. Despite this criticism, many public administrations see tourism as a valid way to create new jobs in their regions......»»
Advanced imaging reveals how a parasitic "kiss" alters cell metabolism
Toxoplasma gondii is a parasite responsible for toxoplasmosis, a lifelong chronic infection prevalent in about 30% of the human population. It poses little harm to healthy individuals, but can result in severe consequences for immunocompromised peopl.....»»
iPadOS 18 adds one new feature to Freeform worth trying [Video]
Freeform was released alongside iPadOS 16 in October 2022. Apple created it as a more collaborative and project-focused notes app alternative. Even though it has stayed relatively the same since its debut, I personally think it’s one of Apple’s l.....»»
Court ordered penalties for 15 teens who created naked AI images of classmates
Teens ordered to attend classes on sex education and responsible use of AI. Enlarge (credit: master1305 | iStock / Getty Images Plus) A Spanish youth court has sentenced 15 minors to one year of probation after spreading.....»»