Numbers Are Persuasive—If Used in Moderation
Despite high levels of innumeracy and math anxiety, people often appreciate numeric data.....»»
The numbers do not add up for mathematics homework, according to a new study
Supporting kids with math homework is a common afterschool activity. But beyond the basics, new curricula and teaching strategies are making it harder for parents to help and it's taking a serious toll on children's confidence and learning......»»
Study finds increasing frequency and scale of mass mortality events among farmed salmon since 2012
The frequency and scale of mass mortality events—events where large numbers of organisms die in short periods of time—among farmed salmon have increased since 2012, according to a study published in Scientific Reports......»»
Climbers to pay $13 fee on popular Mount Fuji trail
Hikers using the most popular route to climb Japan's Mount Fuji will be charged $13 each from July, with numbers capped to ease congestion and improve safety, a regional official said Tuesday......»»
ISPs Request Records to Show How Piracy Fight Blocked Legitimate Sites
Internet anti-piracy system 'Piracy Shield' has been fully operational for less than a month and has already managed to block large numbers of legitimate platforms. Last Saturday saw the most significant blunder, yet official explanations are notable.....»»
From crickets in Melbourne to grasshoppers in Cairns, here"s what triggers an insect outbreak
In recent weeks, Melburnians have reported thousands of crickets showing up in large numbers after dark, flying into homes and shops and taking up residence......»»
Attackers exploiting ConnectWise ScreenConnect flaws, fixes available for all users (CVE-2024-1709, CVE-2024-1708)
The two ScreenConnect vulnerabilities ConnectWise has recently urged customers to patch have finally been assigned CVE numbers: CVE-2024-1709 for the authentication bypass, CVE-2024-1708 for the path traversal flaw. ConnectWise has also released a ne.....»»
Climate change could push bowhead whales to cross paths with shipping traffic
The population of bowhead whales that migrates between the Bering and Beaufort Seas each year is a conservation success story, with today's population nearing—if not exceeding—pre-commercial whaling numbers. But climate change is shifting the wha.....»»
Apple TV+ drama "Masters of the Air" is most-watched series launch ever for the service
Apple never shares exact viewer numbers, but "Masters of the Air" has surpassed the previous unknown record for the most-watched series launch on Apple TV+.'Masters of the Air' on Apple TV+"Masters of the Air" debuted on Apple TV+ on January 26. It i.....»»
Elon Musk’s X allows China-based propaganda banned on other platforms
X accused of overlooking propaganda flagged by Meta and criminal prosecutors. Enlarge (credit: NurPhoto / Contributor | NurPhoto) Lax content moderation on X (aka Twitter) has disrupted coordinated efforts between social.....»»
Apple reportedly had 2 million subscribers to MLS Season Pass in 2023
Apple doesn't release numbers itself, but the Sports Business Journal reports that MLS Season Pass finished 2023 with a total of 2 million subscribers......»»
Fewer Android users jumped ship to the iPhone in 2023
The latest numbers from CIRP have suggested that less Android users jumped ship to iPhone in 2023, a good thing for Google and its partners. The post Fewer Android users jumped ship to the iPhone in 2023 appeared first on Phandroid. In the.....»»
The Super Bowl almost beat the moon landing"s watch numbers
The 2024 Super Bowl got a lot of attention: a nail-biting game, a new Beyoncé album, and a whole lot of Taylor Swift. Sunday night's Super Bowl has become the most watched TV program of this generation. Setting a record high, the big game &mda.....»»
OnePlus 12 Review: Great Job, OnePlus
The smartphone space in the US feels smaller than ever. Apple dominates in overall sales, while Samsung has maintained its grasp on the Android crowd. Google is still here too, stealing all of the headlines, even if they aren’t pushing numbers.....»»
Riverine fish numbers increase amidst environmental challenges
Surprising trends in the abundance and species richness of riverine fish across the globe have been unveiled in a new study......»»
"I"m watching you" behavior produces racial disparities in school discipline, study suggests
During the 2020–21 school year, the number of Black male students involved in disciplinary outcomes at school was disproportionately high compared to their enrollment numbers in kindergarten through grade 12, according to a report the U.S. Departme.....»»
Greetings from the island of enhanced stability: The quest for the limit of the periodic table
Since the turn of the century, six new chemical elements have been discovered and subsequently added to the periodic table of elements, the very icon of chemistry. These new elements have high atomic numbers up to 118 and are significantly heavier th.....»»
How Lexus used the RC F coupe to evolve its motorsports presence and build brand awareness
The Japanese luxury brand's motorsports involvement has evolved and that's a credit to the Lexus RC F. The foray into racing is delivering more brand awareness, even if sales numbers are relatively small......»»
Acid attacks appear to be on the rise—what the numbers tell us about corrosive substances and crime
The horrific attack in Clapham, South London, has brought the issue of acid violence and chemical attacks to the fore. On January 31, Abdul Ezedi allegedly decanted a corrosive substance over a mother and her two children. Thankfully, the injuries su.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: February 6, 2024 – iOS 17 adoption numbers, Apple Music vs Spotify
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by We.....»»
Female food-delivery riders in China falsely accused of selling sex—what it tells us about women in the workplace
Life isn't easy for the approximately 1 million women working as takeaway delivery riders in China. Though their numbers appear to be rising as delivering food is convenient for fitting around childcare or retraining for new careers, these women have.....»»