Rooster Teeth shuts down after 21 Years
It is an end of an era. Rooster Teeth is closing its doors after 21 years online. We cover their highlights and what comes next. The post Rooster Teeth shuts down after 21 Years appeared first on Phandroid. It is truly a sad day when inter.....»»
Presidential term limits help protect democracy—long ones can be dangerous
The purpose of presidential term limits is to protect democracy and ensure democratic competition. In recent years, however, many African presidents have attempted to amend constitutions to pursue extended mandates. For example, in Kenya, a motion wa.....»»
Case study suggests expanded opportunities drew people to mega settlements and spurred innovation 6,000 years ago
The U.N.'s Human Development Index provides new explanations for the success of Europe's first mega settlements......»»
Fossilized footprints reveal two extinct hominin species living side by side 1.5 million years ago
Human footprints stir the imagination. They invite you to follow, to guess what someone was doing and where they were going. Fossilized footprints preserved in rock do the same—they record instances in the lives of many different extinct organisms,.....»»
Chemists find alkyl groups are electron-withdrawing, challenging a century-old belief
Scientists are calling for changes to chemistry textbooks after discovering a fundamental aspect of structural organic chemistry has been incorrectly described for almost 100 years......»»
15 years ago, one of the best (and bleakest) postapocalyptic movies ever made drove away audiences
The cinematic adaptation of The Road turns 15 this month, and we're examining whether its bleak tone makes it too difficult to watch again......»»
A fossil first: Scientists find 1.5-million-year-old footprints of two different species of human ancestors at same spot
More than a million years ago, on a hot savanna teeming with wildlife near the shore of what would someday become Lake Turkana in Kenya, two completely different species of hominins may have passed each other as they scavenged for food......»»
Black Friday Mac Studio deal drops price to $1,789, plus $30 off AppleCare
It's the Black Friday bargain to get — not only is a current Mac Studio discounted $210 to $1,789, but you can save $30 off three years of AppleCare with an exclusive discount code.Black Friday Mac Studio coupon discounts Apple's current model to $.....»»
Rocket Report: A good week for Blue Origin; Italy wants its own launch capability
Blue Origin is getting ready to test-fire its first fully integrated New Glenn rocket in Florida. Welcome to Edition 7.21 of the Rocket Report! We're publishing the Rocket Report.....»»
Peru scientists unveil crocodile fossil up to 12 million years old
Paleontologists unveiled on Wednesday the fossil of a young marine crocodile dating back 10 to 12 million years that was discovered in a Peruvian desert......»»
Researcher studies shifting craft beer industry: Artisanal businesses should innovate to remain competitive
The craft beer industry, once the darling of consumers and entrepreneurs alike, has faced unprecedented challenges in recent years. Closed taprooms, canceled festivals, and changing consumer habits have led many to declare the end of its golden era......»»
Scientists discover shared genetic foundations between musical rhythm and human language
In a study published Nov. 21 in the journal Nature Human Behaviour, researchers have uncovered significant genetic connections between human language abilities and musical rhythm skills, providing new insights into the biological underpinnings of the.....»»
Kia PHEVs’ electric range will double to 60 miles
Kia is aiming to double the electric range of its PHEVs in a couple of years......»»
Chemists develop graphene-based biosensor, paving the way for advanced diagnostics
Two-dimensional materials such as graphene are not only ultrathin, but also extremely sensitive. Researchers have therefore been trying for years to develop highly sensitive biosensors that utilize their properties......»»
Beloved PlayStation exec retires after more than 30 years
Shuhei Yoshida, who became a recognizable face for PlayStation fans during his 31-year tenure, will be retiring early next year......»»
Shells, teeth and bones of "weird and wonderful organisms" provide historical environmental clues
An international study shows how chemical fingerprints left by "underappreciated" aquatic organisms could help scientists monitor global environmental change......»»
Analysis confirms identity of specimen that changed the origins of modern lizards by millions of years
A tiny skeleton, unearthed from Triassic-aged rocks in a quarry near Bristol, is at least 205 million years old and the oldest modern-type lizard on record......»»
35 years ago, this sequel to a sci-fi masterpiece successfully predicted the future
35 years ago, Back to the Future Part II continued the story of Marty McFly. Learn how the film successfully predicted the future and became a cult classic......»»
Apple’s folding iPhone may actually be happening
Although it's been a rumor for years, new information suggests the folding iPhone might actually be happening......»»
Apple has been working on Vision Pro since at least 2008
Apple is noted for taking its time when it comes to entering new product categories, but a 2008 patent shows that the company had been working on Vision Pro for at least 15 years before it finally launched. Both the patent drawing and the descript.....»»
AI could save the public sector billions — if it is willing to open up
The public sector is yet to embrace AI, but Google says it could save up to £38bn in the next 5 years.....»»