PCB contamination in Icelandic orcas: A matter of diet
A new study from McGill University suggests that some Icelandic killer whales have very high concentrations of PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) in their blubber. But it seems that other orcas from the same population have levels of PCBs that are much.....»»
Resilience over reliance: Preparing for IT failures in an unpredictable digital world
No IT system — no matter how advanced – is completely immune to failure. The promise of a digital ring of steel may sound attractive, but can it protect you against hardware malfunctions? Software bugs? Unexpected environmental conditions? Cybers.....»»
Nano-nutrients can blunt effects of soil contamination, boost crop yields
One of the pressing problems that the world faces in the era of climate change is how to grow enough healthy food to meet the increasing global population, even as soil contamination rises. Research recently published in Nature Food by an internation.....»»
Each glacier has a unique organic matter composition, study reveals
Melting glaciers release more than just water. Organic matter once trapped in ice can run into streams and rivers, where it becomes food for microbes. These organisms respire the organic matter back to the atmosphere in the form of carbon dioxide, wi.....»»
Study suggests that "Jedi" rodents remotely move matter using sound to enhance their sense of smell
Scientists have debated the purpose of the ultrasonic vocalizations (USVs) produced by rodents since the discovery of these sounds in the 1950s. There's a wide research consensus suggesting USVs are a form of social communication, a courtship display.....»»
Apple Intelligence privacy features: Here’s what you should know
Apple Intelligence is launching later this month, bringing a first wave of AI features to your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. But as with all AI technology, the matter of privacy is a key one to pay attention to. How does Apple Intelligence handle user priva.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: Unlock movie-quality smart home automations with Matter-enabled window shades
Of all the smart home products I’ve tried over the years, one stands out as making the biggest impact in my life day to day while also giving me the type of automation that was only available in the movies previously. I am talking about Matter-enab.....»»
AI decodes microbes" message in milk safety testing approach
By combining the genetic sequencing and analysis of the microbes in a milk sample with artificial intelligence (AI), researchers were able to detect anomalies in milk production, such as contamination or unauthorized additives. The new approach could.....»»
Best Buy Prime Big Deal Days 2024: There are still some great deals
You can enjoy huge savings from Best Buy Prime Day deals, no matter what type of device you're planning to buy. Take a look at our recommended offers here......»»
Geologist helps track lead pollution in a Tibetan glacier, revealing global impact of human activities
A collaborative research team involving Texas A&M University geologist Dr. Franco Marcantonio has examined the source of lead contamination in a Tibetan glacier, concluding that human activities have introduced the pollutant metal into some of the mo.....»»
The legality of free music streaming app Musi may be settled as developer sues Apple
The legal status of the free music streaming app Musi has long been unclear – but the matter may now be settled, thanks to a lawsuit the developer has filed against Apple. Musi sourced its music from YouTube using a method it claims was perfectl.....»»
After years of server issues, LittleBigPlanet 3 is being delisted
LittleBigPlanet 3's online functionality has been struggling for years, so it was only a matter of time before it got delisted......»»
Best Buy Prime Big Deal Days 2024: Save up to 45% on TVs, laptops, and more
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Detecting Planck-scale dark matter by leveraging quantum interference
While various studies have hinted at the existence of dark matter, its nature, composition and underlying physics remain poorly understood......»»
Orca tally "frustrating" for those trying to save the J, K and L pods
There are only 73 southern resident orcas left in Puget Sound, according to the most recent count released by the Center for Whale Research. It is one of the lowest tallies since the center counted 71 orcas when it began its survey in 1976......»»
Asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs may have led to the invention of "ant agriculture"
The event that wiped out the dinosaurs wasn't all bad. The low-light environment caused by the meteor impact some 66 million years ago favored the spread of fungi that feed on organic matter, which was abundant at the time as plants and animals were.....»»
Traces of antimatter in cosmic rays reopen the search for "WIMPs" as dark matter
One of the great challenges of modern cosmology is to reveal the nature of dark matter. We know it exists (it constitutes more than 85% of the matter in the universe), but we have never seen it directly and still do not know what it is......»»
U.S. port workers and operators reach deal to end East Coast strike immediately, union says
The tentative agreement is for a wage hike of around 62 percent, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters......»»
Aqara Smart Lock U300 is now available with Apple Home Key, Matter, and Thread support
has officially announced the release of its latest innovation in home security: the Smart Lock U300. This new smart lever lock is the third in Aqara’s lineup to support Apple Home Key. It also includes support for Thread and Matter, so it works pe.....»»
Aqara’s new smart lock doesn’t use a deadbolt, offers Matter support
The Aqara Smart Lock U300 is a lever lock that doesn't use a deadbolt. Instead, it's a standard latch lock that can be used both indoors or outdoors......»»
Whitepaper: Reach higher in your career with cloud security
The cybersecurity skills gap presents ongoing challenges worldwide, so organizations are scrambling to fill cloud security positions. Having a subject matter expert on staff qualified to advise on cloud security requirements is more important now tha.....»»