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Scores of internet-providing satellites will soon streak across Canada"s skies, but at what cost?

The night sky is going to get much busier thanks to thousands of new internet satellites set to launch over the next few years—and researchers say it's going to affect Canada more than most places on Earth......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgSep 21st, 2021

Fine-tuning leaf angle with CRISPR improves sugarcane yield

Sugarcane is the world's largest crop by biomass yield, providing 80% of the sugar and 40% of the biofuel produced worldwide. The plant's size and efficient use of water and light make it a prime candidate to produce advanced renewable, value-added b.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Income inequality and carbon dioxide emissions have a complex relationship

Income inequality and carbon dioxide emissions for high-income nations such as the United States, Denmark and Canada are intrinsically linked—but a new study from Drexel University has taken a deeper look at the connection and found this relationsh.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Researchers use 3D visualization to predict, prevent hurricane damage

Beginning annually on June 1, hurricane season poses a major threat to Texas coastal communities, causing both physical and financial damage to the areas they hit. This damage can be staggering; when Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017, it cost Galveston $1.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Study reveals complex dynamics of philanthropic funding for US science

Private philanthropy has long been a key source of funding for U.S. scientists, particularly as government support has failed to keep pace with the rising cost of research......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Researchers build quantitative model with the aim of imposing cost-efficient trade sanctions

Global condemnation of Russia over its invasion of Ukraine has prompted the imposition of trade sanctions. Such measures are a form of economic coercion, commonly used for reasons of foreign policy......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Ars Live: How Profitable is Starlink? Join our discussion on June 11

How has Starlink has gone from zero to profitability in five years? Enlarge / A stack of 60 Starlink satellites launched in 2019. (credit: SpaceX / Flickr) SpaceX began launching operational Starlink satellites five year.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

ISPs ask FCC for tax on Big Tech to fund broadband networks and discounts

USTelecom cites death of discount program in new call for payments from Big Tech. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Aurich Lawson) Internet service providers are again urging the Federal Communications Commission to impose.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

NOAA"s hurricane hunting GOES-U satellite nears SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch

Hurricanes Michael, Dorian, Ian, Nicole and Idalia have all been stared down by one of the NOAA's most powerful satellites since it took its place in geostationary orbit in late 2017. Its replacement is gearing up for launch on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Researchers measure the cost of unsustainable industrial fishing on coastal communities—and it"s vast

Shark finning—the practice of removing the fins from a captured shark and discarding the rest, often still alive, back into the ocean—is banned in many countries due to its inhumane and unsustainable nature. However, these fins are highly valued.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

The impact of carbon impurities on the quality of gallium nitride crystals

The wide availability of light-emitting devices (LEDs) for consumer use has led to a dramatic decrease in the cost of lighting our homes and other buildings. This is owing to the much higher efficiency of LEDs in converting electrical energy into lig.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE price leaked on Amazon

Samsung is rumored to be working on the Galaxy Watch FE, and if you’re wondering about its price, here’s how much it could cost. The post Samsung Galaxy Watch FE price leaked on Amazon appeared first on Phandroid. We’ve been hearing.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Wordle Today: Wordle answer and hints for June 10

Trying to solve the Wordle today? If you're stuck, we've got a few hints that will help you keep your Wordle streak alive......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

The best alternatives to Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and more

If you're quite ready to pony up the $60 a month it takes to access Adobe's Creative Cloud All Apps bundle, there are plenty of low-cost and no-cost alternatives out there. Here are our favorites.The best alternatives to Adobe's big-name softwareAdob.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsJun 9th, 2024

Wordle Today: Wordle answer and hints for June 9

Trying to solve the Wordle today? If you're stuck, we've got a few hints that will help you keep your Wordle streak alive......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJun 9th, 2024

Each of the Past 12 Months Broke Temperature Records

Last June was the warmest in recorded history. It kicked off an alarming streak with no end in sight......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsJun 8th, 2024

Wordle Today: Wordle answer and hints for June 8

Trying to solve the Wordle today? If you're stuck, we've got a few hints that will help you keep your Wordle streak alive......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJun 8th, 2024

How much does Disney+ cost? Plans, prices, and features explained

Disney's streaming service is one of today's most popular. But how much does Disney+ cost? We've got the answers, from pricing options to how you can save......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJun 8th, 2024

Magna International founder Frank Stronach, 91, charged with sexual assault in Canada

A lawyer representing Stronach told Reuters he "categorically denies" all allegations that have been brought against him......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJun 8th, 2024

Nasty bug with very simple exploit hits PHP just in time for the weekend

With PoC code available and active Internet scans, speed is of the essence. Enlarge A critical vulnerability in the PHP programming language can be trivially exploited to execute malicious code on Windows devices, secur.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsJun 7th, 2024

Best Prime Day Robot Vacuum Deals: What to Expect in 2024

Prime Day is soon and we've taken a look at what to expect while providing buying advice, and tracking down the latest early deals too......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJun 7th, 2024