Puzzling Out the Drone War Over Ukraine
In 2014, Ukrainian soldiers fighting in Crimea knew that the sight of Russian drones would soon be followed by a heavy barrage of Russian artillery. During that war, the Russian military integrated drones into tactical missions, using them to hunt f.....»»
Ukraine energy crisis may push millions into extreme poverty
Soaring energy prices triggered by the Russia-Ukraine conflict could push up to 141 million more people around the globe into extreme poverty, a new study reveals......»»
Scientists decipher how non-resistant forms of Staph aureus thwart antibiotics, almost like a superbug
Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) has a slew of surprises in its bag of dirty tricks and among the most puzzling has been the ability of non-resistant forms of the bacteria to emerge unscathed, even after exposure to high concentrations of chemical w.....»»
SpaceX says it blocked Ukraine from using Starlink with military drones
Shotwell: Ukraine's "offensive" use of Starlink "not part of any agreement." Enlarge / A Starlink terminal used by Ukrainian servicemen in Bakhmut on February 1, 2023. (credit: Getty Images | Yasuyoshi Chiba) SpaceX took.....»»
DJI releases new Mini 2 SE drone: price, features, shipping
The latest addition to the DJI Mini drone series is here! DJI today unveiled the new Mini 2 SE camera drone, bringing several enhancements to flight performance, image transmission, and intelligent features of previous-generation Mini SE aircraft. T.....»»
New DJI Mini 2 SE can fly up to 31 minutes while shooting video
The newest drone from DJI is the Mini 2 SE, an affordable entry to the company's drone lineup that can fit in the palm of a hand.The new DJI Mini 2 SE droneThe Mini 2 SE is an ultraportable, regulation-friendly drone that weighs less than eight ounce.....»»
Why energy companies are making so much profit despite UK windfall taxes
Russia's invasion of Ukraine last year caused oil and gas prices to surge, triggering a cost of living crisis in many countries, including the UK......»»
SpaceX restricts Ukraine from ‘weaponizing’ its Starlink internet
SpaceX has taken action to stop the Ukrainian army from using its Starlink internet service to control drones on the battlefield......»»
Ukraine war: Elon Musk"s SpaceX firm bars Kyiv from using Starlink tech for drone control
The firm says it has limited Kyiv's ability to use its Starlink satellite internet for military ends......»»
The impact of Russia’s Ukraine invasion on digital threats
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues to have a major impact on energy prices, inflation, and cyberthreats, with the ransomware scene experiencing some of the biggest shifts, according to ESET. “The ongoing war in Ukraine has created a d.....»»
Advance Wars 1+2: Re-boot Camp gets new release date following Ukraine-related delay
After a long delay spurred by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-boot Camp finally has a new release date......»»
Social media and the protection of refugees
Respect for human rights is one of the central goals of democracies. Wars and displacement, however, continue to pose major challenges to these universal rights, as Russia's current war in Ukraine or the "refugee crisis" in 2015/16 dramatically demon.....»»
The spillover effects of rising energy prices following 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine
Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine from February 24, 2022, energy prices rose by up to 20% worldwide for five months. WTI crude oil was $92.77 per barrel on February 24, 2022, but rose and averaged $106.96 (+15.3%) from February 28 to August 3.....»»
Ukraine war: Casualty counts from either side can be potent weapons and shouldn"t always be believed
The war in Ukraine is shaping up to be one of the bloodiest of the 21st century, with both sides reported to be losing hundreds of soldiers each day as the conflict moves towards its first anniversary. But quite how many people are dying in this bitt.....»»
War tourists fighting on a virtual front, since Ukraine-Russia war
Since the start of the war in Ukraine, a new group of "war tourists" has emerged—those who are fighting on a virtual front......»»
Ukraine war: Attitudes to women in the military are changing as thousands serve on front lines
Thousands of women have voluntarily joined Ukraine's armed forces since 2014, when Russia's occupation of Crimea and territories in eastern Ukraine began. Over the past nine years, the number of women serving in the Ukrainian military has more than d.....»»
Ukraine war dominates Nobel year again
From NATO's secretary general to the Ukrainian president, the war in Ukraine dominates the publicly known names submitted by Tuesday's deadline for the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize......»»
Explanation found for puzzling observation of Shiba states in superconductors
The origin of a mysterious experimental observation in a superconductor with a magnetic impurity sitting on top of it has been revealed in a theoretical study by a RIKEN researcher and a collaborator. This could help realize a robust quantum state re.....»»
Best microSD cards in 2023: top picks for your computer, camera, or drone
A microSD card is an easy way to add more storage to your phone, tablet, or drone. We've picked out eight great cards offering excellent bang for your buck......»»
Best microSD cards in 2023: top picks for your phone, tablet, or drone
A microSD card is an easy way to add more storage to your phone, tablet, or drone. We've picked out eight great cards offering excellent bang for your buck......»»
You Might Survive a Nuclear Blast—if You Have the Right Shelter
The escalating risks of Russia’s war in Ukraine have led scientists to study the unthinkable and model the aftermath of nuclear detonation......»»