Recreational blue crab harvest in Maryland higher than current estimates
When it comes to recreational crabbing—one of the most iconic pastimes along Maryland's shores—the current estimate of 8% of "total male commercial harvest" runs just a little too low. Biologists, with local community support, found stronger evid.....»»
Methane emissions from dairy farms higher than thought—but conversion to biogas could reduce emissions
New research has found methane emissions from slurry stores on dairy farms may be up to five times greater than official statistics suggest—and highlights the huge potential for turning them into a renewable energy source......»»
Amazon will “ramp up” Prime Video ads in 2025
Subscribers tolerated the current ad load, so Amazon is adding more commercials. Subscribers to Prime Video's ad tier will start seeing more commercials next year, further testin.....»»
AI-generated college admissions essays tend to sound male and privileged, study finds
In an examination of thousands of human-written college admissions essays and those generated by AI, researchers found that the AI-generated essays are most similar to essays authored by students who are males, with higher socioeconomic status and hi.....»»
Study highlights managers" role in telework success
Amazon has announced that it will end remote work for its office staff starting in January 2025. A decision that seems to go against the current, as the increasing pace of digitalization since the recent pandemic has marked a turning point for telewo.....»»
Unreal Engine on Cars? Qualcomm and Epic Games Say Yes
Think of a more souped-up version of the touchscreen display on your current vehicle. The post Unreal Engine on Cars? Qualcomm and Epic Games Say Yes appeared first on Phandroid. Qualcomm recently announced that it’s teamed up with E.....»»
Study: Conservative users" misinformation sharing drives higher suspension rates, not platform bias
A new paper, "Differences in misinformation sharing can lead to politically asymmetric sanctions," published today in Nature suggests that the higher quantity of social media policy enforcement (such as account suspensions) for conservative users cou.....»»
Study traces wild cat eye color diversity to ancient ancestor
Fans of Clementine, the cat who recently captivated TikTok with her rare eye color, should take note. The piercing golden gaze of cheetahs, the striking blue stare of snow leopards, and the luminous green glare of leopards are all traits that can be.....»»
Climate shocks associated with higher rates of intimate partner violence against women
Countries affected by severe climate change may also have a higher prevalence of violence against women, finds a new study led by UCL researchers......»»
How higher-order interactions can remodel the landscape of complex systems
Networks, which include nodes and connections, can help researchers model dynamic systems like the spread of disease or how the brain processes information......»»
Study links hurricanes to higher death rates for nearly 15 years after a storm
New research reveals hurricanes and tropical storms in the United States cause a surge of deaths for nearly 15 years after a storm hits......»»
Tesla reverses sales slump, sees modest growth in Q3
Deliveries were up, but not enough to meet analysts' estimates. This morning, Tesla posted its sales and production numbers for the third quarter of 2024. While not spectacular w.....»»
How Android Users Can Minimize Blue Light’s Effects on Eye Health
As smartphones become increasingly essential for school, work, and daily life, individuals utilize mobile operating systems like Android for more efficient research, communication, and overall connectivity. In fact, a report reveals that Android co.....»»
Most climate scientists foresee temperature rise exceeding Paris Agreement targets, study finds
A new survey of climate experts reveals that a majority believe the Earth to be headed for a rise in global temperatures far higher than the 2015 Paris Agreement targets of 1.5 to well-below 2°C......»»
Roborock Qrevo Curv robot vacuum review: Climbing higher, cleaning deeper
Introduced at IFA 2024, the Qrevo Curv is a brand new take on Roborock’s mid- to high-end robot vacuum and mop. With a new dock … The post Roborock Qrevo Curv robot vacuum review: Climbing higher, cleaning deeper appeared first on BGR......»»
Bioinspired yarn can harvest water from fog
Scientists have developed a bioinspired yarn capable of harvesting water from fog, providing an innovative solution to water scarcity in arid regions. By imitating the alternating hydrophobic and hydrophilic patterns seen in desert beetles and the wa.....»»
Windows 11 September update is giving users a real headache
The September 11 KB5043145 update is causing PCs to display a blue screen of death and other issues. The tech giant is working on a fix......»»
Hurricane Helene totals 672 Kia cars at Florida dealership
Ganley estimates the value of the vehicles between $28 million and $30 million......»»
AirPods 4 vs AirPods 3: should you upgrade?
AirPods (3rd-generation) were released in October 2021. Three years on, are here. If you are a current AirPods 3 owner, should you upgrade to Apple’s latest on-ear wireless earbuds? There’s one specific new feature that might encourage a sale.....»»
Ants might be pushing montane birds higher up, study finds
Mountains are home to 85% of the world's amphibian, bird, and mammalian species, despite covering only 25% of the Earth's surface. This makes them a highly diverse ecosystem and a key focus for conservation efforts......»»
The Rock’s best action movie is now on Netflix
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is a true blue action star, and this classic movie shows him at his very best. It's now streaming on Netflix......»»