Off-put by offsets: Why some advocates doubt "net zero" pledges
Look at the fine print to understand the climate goals that governments and companies have set and search for one term in particular: net-zero......»»
Tekken 8’s “colorblind” mode is causing migraines, vertigo, and debate
Advocates say the intention is good, but the application is dangerous. Enlarge / It looks wild and different, like something nobody has tried before. And many accessibility experts say there's a reason Tekken 8's style isn't comm.....»»
Fortifying cyber defenses: A proactive approach to ransomware resilience
Ransomware has become a pervasive threat, compromising the security and functionality of vital systems across the United States. While governmental pledges and public declarations of intent to fight cybercrime are foundational, they often lack the im.....»»
Safety advocates say Tesla"s Autopilot recall fixes don’t go far enough
More than two years into a defect investigation, NHTSA determined Tesla’s Autopilot doesn’t do enough to guard against misuse, prompting Tesla’s largest recall ever......»»
Video: Permafrost thaw: A silent menace
Ice is without doubt one of the first casualties of climate change, but the effects of our warming world are not only limited to ice melting on Earth's surface. Ground that has been frozen for thousands of years, called permafrost, is thawing—addin.....»»
Catalyzing momentum for health negotiations at COP28
By now, there is no doubt that the climate crisis is also a significant health crisis affecting people across the globe......»»
Researchers: Carbon removal is needed to achieve net zero but has its own climate risks
As delegates gather in Dubai at the COP28 climate conference—with the aim to ratchet up ambition towards meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement—a key component of these efforts are countries' pledges to achieve net-zero emissions around mid-cen.....»»
Ex-Tesla employee casts doubt on car safety
A whistleblower believes the self-driving vehicle technology is not safe enough for public roads......»»
Tesla whistleblower casts doubt on car safety
A former Tesla worker turned whistleblower has spoken to the BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman......»»
Indonesia"s coal love affair still aflame despite pledges
Sania sits in front of her home in Indonesia, less than a kilometer from Southeast Asia's biggest coal complex, where chimneys pump dark gray smoke and a chemical smell into the air......»»
Taking climate action with Earth observation
As global temperatures records are smashed and greenhouse gas emissions reach new highs, a new report from the UN Environment Programme finds that current pledges under the Paris Agreement put the world on track for a 2.5°C–2.9°C temperature rise.....»»
Highly Anticipated Feature MIA in Latest iOS 17.2 Beta
One of iOS 17.2’s most exciting changes has been dropped from the latest beta putting its release on board the official version in doubt. Apple’s iOS 17.2 update will bring numerous changes to iPhone, but it looks like collaborative playl.....»»
Study finds LinkedIn can trigger feelings of imposter syndrome
The use of professional social networking sites such as LinkedIn can stir up feelings of self-doubt, research suggests......»»
Study casts doubt on the real efficacy of stock options as a way of rewarding manager performance
Designing an efficient compensation method for the managers of a business is a key element in ensuring a healthy ownership transition when a firm is sold, according to a new paper by Moritz Hiemann of Bocconi's Department of Accounting, published in.....»»
Concern for the Great Barrier Reef can inspire climate action, but the way we talk about it matters
There's no doubt you've heard the Great Barrier Reef is under pressure. The main culprit? Climate change. The main solution? An urgent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and a shift away from fossil fuels......»»
Earth to warm up to 2.9C even with current climate pledges: UN
Countries' greenhouse gas-cutting pledges put Earth on track for warming far beyond key limits, potentially up to a catastrophic 2.9 degrees Celsius this century, the UN said Monday, warning "we are out of road"......»»
No scientific evidence that Homo naledi was advanced, new study argues
A new study has cast doubt on claims that Homo naledi, a small-brained hominin dating to between 335,000 and 241,000 years ago, deliberately buried their dead and produced rock art in Rising Star Cave, South Africa......»»
The Trevor Project announces its leaving X amid growing anti-LGBTQ hate
On the one year mark before the next presidential election, LGBTQ organization the Trevor Project announces its leaving X/ Twitter amid escalating hate and online vitriol. With the 2024 presidential election is just a year away, advocates are d.....»»
Best Password managers to protect your data on iOS and macOS
Using unique and strong passwords for every website is a must for internet security. Too few people know how to do this, and that's where password managers come in and can make online life easier.There's no doubt about it, actually doing the work to.....»»
Apple backs national right-to-repair bill, offering parts, manuals, and tools
Repair advocates say Apple's move is beneficial, but also strategic. Enlarge / A section of Apple's repair manual for the M2 MacBook Air from 2022. Apple already offers customers some repair manuals and parts through its Self-Ser.....»»
NZ"s always-on culture has stretched the 8-hour workday—should the law contain a right to disconnect?
When Wellington carpenter Samuel Parnell began the struggle for an eight-hour working day back in 1840, he could have never foreseen how modern work culture would evolve. But he would no doubt empathize with the challenges faced by today's workers......»»