Squeezed out: Bulgaria lavender oil makers fear EU laws
As a successful harvesting season yielding several hundred tons of lavender oil wraps up in Bulgaria—the world's top producer—the industry's future looks more gray than purple......»»
EU delays on dangerous chemicals threaten health, environment: watchdog
The European Commission's long delays in deciding whether some dangerous chemicals can be used pose a threat to human health and the environment, the EU's rights watchdog said on Monday......»»
Fear the Spotlight review: Blumhouse’s lo-fi horror game is imperfect, but sincere
Fear the Spotlight doesn't quite land as a '90s horror throwback, but it delivers some great puzzles and eerie lo-fi images in a sleek package......»»
These are my favorite leather iPhone 16 cases
If you've bought an iPhone 16 and want an Apple leather case, you're out of luck. But fear not, as this California-based company makes the best replacement......»»
Businesses For Makers and Making A Difference At Maker Faire Bay Area
Maker Faire is a sum total of the work of makers, producers, volunteers, participants, artists, technologists, and creative and curious people of all stripes. It also engages businesses who not only believe in the maker movement, but in many cases a.....»»
Live Updates: Friday at Maker Faire Brings Big Art and School Field Trips
Check out ongoing highlights from Maker Faire Bay Area. The post Live Updates: Friday at Maker Faire Brings Big Art and School Field Trips appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
Materials of the future can be extracted from wastewater
A group of researchers is on the way to revolutionizing what biomass from wastewater treatment plants can be used for. Biopolymers from bacteria can be a sustainable alternative to oil-based products, and phosphorus and other minerals can also be har.....»»
Breathing space—smart parking policies improve city dwellers" lives in EU
Researchers have put in place smart parking set-ups that offer residents across Europe cleaner air, more greenery and space to play......»»
The BC election could decide the future of the province"s species at risk laws
With British Columbians going to the polls this week, a whole host of key issues are on the agenda. Among these issues stands the future of species at risk legislation in B.C.—and perhaps with it Canada as a whole......»»
How a 12-Ounce Layer of Foam Changed the NFL
Even the makers of the Guardian Cap admit it looks silly. But for a sport facing an existential brain-injury crisis, once unthinkable solutions have now become almost normal......»»
Fun and Games at Maker Faire 2024
Check out some of the fun and games that can only be played at Maker Faire Bay Area 2024. The post Fun and Games at Maker Faire 2024 appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
Developers now required to provide public address and phone number for EU App Store
As we reported in August, a change coming to the App Store in the European Union would force developers to provide a public address and phone number that would become visible to customers in the region. As of today, the change has come into effect an.....»»
Philosopher finds glitch in worldwide patent laws
Dr. Mo Abolkheir, a philosopher specializing in inventions and patents, has identified a logical fallacy—a flawed argument that may appear valid but is based on faulty reasoning—within the law......»»
Feds test whether existing laws can combat surge in fake AI child sex images
Kids defenseless against AI-generated sex images as feds expand crackdown. Cops aren't sure how to protect kids from an ever-escalating rise in fake child sex abuse imagery fueled.....»»
EU considers calculating X fines by including revenue from Musk’s other firms
Musk could face DSA fines of up to 6% of global revenue—including SpaceX sales. European Union regulators warned Elon Musk's X platform that it may calculate fines by including.....»»
Trump claims Tim Cook called him about EU fining Apple $17 billion
Tim Cook’s job as CEO covers a number of roles and responsibilities. One of them involves maintaining relationships with political powers. And according to Donald Trump, he and Cook recently had a conversation about the EU’s recent rulings agains.....»»
Florida homeowners fear soaring insurance cost after hurricanes
Florida homeowners fear soaring insurance cost after hurricanes.....»»
Six new Copernicus missions to provide detailed environmental data
The Copernicus Sentinel Expansion Missions are a major leap forward in Europe's Earth observation capabilities. With the United Kingdom's re-entry to the EU's Copernicus program, funding has been confirmed to complete the development of all six Coper.....»»
Oil company Phillips 66 says it will shut down Los Angeles-area refinery
Oil company Phillips 66 says it will shut down Los Angeles-area refinery.....»»
X’s depressing ad revenue helps Musk avoid EU’s strictest antitrust law
X invoked tanking ad revenue to remove threat of DMA gatekeeper designation. Following an investigation, Elon Musk's X has won its fight to avoid gatekeeper status under the Europ.....»»
Climate Change Action Depends on the 2024 Election
Harris would continue the Biden administration’s landmark climate efforts; Trump would roll the country back to more oil and gas.....»»