Organizational ghosts: Admired former leaders who continue to have outsized influence
Jeff Bednar is a ghost hunter. And while the BYU business professor doesn't have night vision cameras or ultra-sensitive recording equipment, he's found a bunch of them—including several here at BYU......»»
Researchers call for nuanced understanding of "tribe" in Arab world
The study of Arab tribes should not be abandoned because Middle East and North African citizens continue to insist on the relevance of the term in their daily lives, says a new study published in the journal Frontiers in Political Science......»»
Will the lights go out on Cuba"s communist leaders? With fewer options to prop up economy, their future looks dimmer
Cuba's communist leaders are in the midst of crisis—and not for the first time......»»
Misinformation really does spread like a virus, according to mathematical models drawn from epidemiology
We're increasingly aware of how misinformation can influence elections. About 73% of Americans report seeing misleading election news, and about half struggle to discern what is true or false......»»
Study examines effects of Atlantic circulation on the Amazon rainforest
The Amazon region is a global hotspot of biodiversity and plays a key role in the climate system because of its ability to store large amounts of carbon and its influence on the global water cycle. The rain forest is threatened, however, by climate c.....»»
How business leaders can deliver impactful change with AI
How business leaders can deliver impactful change with AI.....»»
Heavy rains at Barcelona airport as recurrent storms continue to inundate Spain
Heavy rains at Barcelona airport as recurrent storms continue to inundate Spain.....»»
Nations gather for crunch climate talks in shadow of US vote
World leaders kick off UN climate talks next week, days after a knife edge US election that could send shockwaves through global efforts to limit dangerous warming......»»
IRISSCON 2024 to address AI’s dual impact on cybersecurity
The IRISSCERT Cyber Crime Conference (IRISSCON) returns on November 6th at the Aviva Stadium, where global cybersecurity leaders will explore AI’s revolutionary role in defending against and contributing to cyber threats. As Ireland’s longest-sta.....»»
Hiring guide: Key skills for cybersecurity researchers
In this Help Net Security interview, Rachel Barouch, an Organizational Coach for VCs and startups and a former VP HR in both a VC and a Cybersecurity startup, discusses the dynamics of cybersecurity researchers and team-building strategies. She highl.....»»
Animatronic Singing Spirits: Building Musical Ghosts With Free Software
Print, build, and animate your own musical ghosts using Bottango’s free animatronic software. The post Animatronic Singing Spirits: Building Musical Ghosts With Free Software appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
How the 2024 Election Could Change Access to Health Care in the U.S. and Influence Global Nuclear Policies
The outcome of the 2024 U.S. presidential election could reshape policies from health care at home to nuclear proliferation abroad.....»»
iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Slim could finally get ProMotion
The iPhone 17 and the iPhone 17 Slim are anticipated once again to get ProMotion support, as rumors about the high refresh rate feature continue to roll in.The display on an iPhone renderProMotion has been a Pro-level feature for the iPhone for quite.....»»
Distracted driving tool shows just how far you can travel while texting
The key to being safe as a driver is to keep your eyes on the road. Humans who think they can multitask while sitting at the wheel of a moving car continue to be a problem—one t.....»»
Researchers study effect of phosphorous and irradiance on the invasive plant Chromolaena odorata
Resource competition is an important factor affecting the invasion success of alien plants, and environmental factors influence the competition outcomes between invasive and native plants. Chromolaena odorata has been listed as one of the main invasi.....»»
Black hole study challenges Kerr solution assumptions
Black holes continue to captivate scientists: they are purely gravitational objects, remarkably simple, yet capable of hiding mysteries that challenge our understanding of natural laws. Most observations thus far have focused on their external charac.....»»
Here’s everything new coming to Apple TV+ in November
Apple TV+ has been having a big fall, and November looks set to continue that hot streak. Two of the best reviewed TV+ series, Silo and Bad Sisters, are getting new seasons this month. Plus there are two high-profile films debuting, and new episodes.....»»
"Waiting in vain": year on from pledge, world clings to fossil fuels
One year after world leaders issued the landmark call for a global move away from fossil fuels, nations are failing to turn that promise into action, say climate diplomats, campaigners and policy experts......»»
Keep your ghosts and ghouls—the Cordyceps fungus creates real-life zombies
I have never really been interested in ghosts, mummies or zombies, not even at Halloween. But as October 31 approaches each year, I am reminded of a biological tale involving all three. It's the real-life horror story of a flesh-eating, brain-warping.....»»
As Musk seeks to launch tens of thousands of Starlink satellites, space researchers urge caution
Over 100 space researchers signed a letter urging the federal government to perform an environmental review before allowing SpaceX to continue launching thousands of satellites for its internet service, Starlink......»»
Why Gen Z is saying "no" to middle management
Gen Z is poised to become the most populous generation on the planet, and their influence is already shaping the future of work. As one of the most educated and racially and ethnically diverse generations, they bring fresh perspectives and new expect.....»»