Reindeer sleep while chewing their cud, a strategy that may help them in the summer
Researchers report December 22 in the journal Current Biology that the more time reindeer spend ruminating, the less time they spend in non-rapid eye movement (non-REM) sleep. EEG recordings revealed that reindeer's brainwaves during rumination resem.....»»
NASA-led mission to map air pollution over both US coasts
This summer between June 17 and July 2, NASA is flying aircraft over Baltimore, Philadelphia, parts of Virginia, and California to collect data on air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions......»»
Summer in the city: Climate science reveals the impacts of heat
The summer sun beats down. People without air conditioning must find refuge in schools and community centers. Outdoor workers struggle to keep cool. Hot nights interrupt people's sleep, not allowing them to get the rest needed to recover from the war.....»»
World not ready for climate change-fueled wildfires: Experts
The world is unprepared for the increasing ferocity of wildfires turbocharged by climate change, scientists say, as blazes from North America to Europe greet the northern hemisphere summer in the hottest year on record......»»
New research shows why you don"t need to be perfect to get the job done
When neuroscientists think about the strategy an animal might use to carry out a task—like finding food, hunting prey, or navigating a maze—they often propose a single model that lays out the best way for the animal to accomplish the job......»»
MagSafe Monday: The top MagSafe accessories for summer travel
I’ve been traveling quite a bit this summer, so it’s been a good time to test out some MagSafe accessories designed for portability. For this week’s MagSafe Monday, I am looking at the top MagSafe accessories for summer vacation or any travel......»»
Stonehenge protest: If you worry about damage to British heritage you should listen to Just Stop Oil
Climate activists Just Stop Oil launched a protest at Stonehenge, the 5,000-year-old stone monument in southern England, a day before thousands of people planned to gather there to celebrate the summer solstice......»»
Dustborn’s politically charged action should be on your radar this summer
We got a long look at Dustborn, a stylish adventure game coming this August that's bringing some fierce political commentary......»»
Spotify Unveils a Cheaper “Basic” Subscription Plan
The plan starts at $10.99 per month for users, although it does have some limitations. The post Spotify Unveils a Cheaper “Basic” Subscription Plan appeared first on Phandroid. Spotify’s recent strategy of raising its sub.....»»
State kills over 80 bears in Southwest Alaska in second-year effort to boost caribou
State wildlife officials have now killed a total of 180 brown bears on Southwest Alaska caribou calving grounds in just over a year as part of a contested strategy to restore the renowned Mulchatna herd......»»
How to Exercise Safely During a Heat Wave
An expert in heat-related illnesses outlines the dos and don'ts for when you're exercising or working outside this summer......»»
I made 5 predictions for June’s gaming showcases. Here’s what I got right
Last month, we made five big predictions about whatwe'd see at Summer Game Fest, Nintendo Direct, and more. So, how much did we get right?.....»»
Every summer 2024 gaming showcase: full schedule and stream recaps
Trying to catch up on summer showcases you missed in June? Here's what aired and what was shown at each......»»
How I made my PC more sustainable, just in time for summer — and you can too
The summer months are rolling in and turning everyone's gaming room into a sweat box. Here's how to make yours more bearable in summer 2024......»»
Hurry! This Simzlife nugget ice maker is down to $170 — save $230
Get a massive $230 off the Simzlife nugget ice maker and enjoy a near endless supply of ice this summer -- all at Walmart......»»
Hitman, Tomba, and more classics get new revivals at Limited Run Games showcase
Limited Run Games returned to summer gaming season with a packed showcase filled with a lot of retro physical releases and even some surprises......»»
The 37 best Netflix drama shows right now (June 2024)
The best Netflix drama shows include Your Honor, Dexter, Designated Survivor, Baby Reindeer, A Man in Full, Queen of the South, Black Sails, and many others......»»
Summer solstice is around the corner: Here"s how, when we"ll start losing daylight
The official start of summer is around the corner. Parts of the West have already experienced triple-digit heat and wildfires......»»
This JBL Clip waterproof speaker has a nice discount in time for summer
Now that the pool weather is here, it’s time to invest in a waterproof Bluetooth speaker! Take advantage of this great deal and save $35 on the JBL Clip 4......»»
What’s your top Apple TV+ release of 2024 so far? [Poll]
The year is reaching its halfway point, and Apple TV+ has released a variety of new series, movies, and returning shows. There are plenty of summer debuts hitting soon, but before we head into the second half of 2024, let’s take stock of what the s.....»»
EPA has lowered the screening level for lead in soil: Here"s what that could mean for households across the US
As spring phases into summer across the U.S., kids are spending more time outdoors. Playing outside is healthy in all kinds of ways, but it also poses some risks. One that many families may not be aware of is exposure to lead in soil, which is still.....»»