Tank-mixing herbicides may not be enough to avoid herbicide resistance
Eight years ago, University of Illinois and USDA-ARS scientists turned weed control on its head. More and more herbicide resistant weeds were popping up, and the pest plants were getting harder to kill. It was clear farmers could no longer rely on th.....»»
Apple to drop blood oxygen tool from Apple Watches to avoid import ban
Apple has prepared modified Apple Watch models that could help it to avoid an import ban caused by a patent dispute with a California tech firm......»»
Antifungals are going the way of antibiotics—overused, hitting resistance
CDC urges clinicians to confirm fungal infections before prescribing antifungal medications. Enlarge / Ringworm. (credit: CDC/Getty Images) Clinicians in the US may be overprescribing topical antifungal treatments for sk.....»»
2 US Bradley fighting vehicles take out Russia"s top T-90 battle tank on Ukraine battlefield, video shows
2 US Bradley fighting vehicles take out Russia"s top T-90 battle tank on Ukraine battlefield, video shows.....»»
Cancer doctors reveal their favorite healthy breakfasts — and 2 foods they avoid
Cancer doctors reveal their favorite healthy breakfasts — and 2 foods they avoid.....»»
I"m Selling My House and Netting $640k to Downsize for Retirement. How Can I Avoid Capital Gains Taxes?
I"m Selling My House and Netting $640k to Downsize for Retirement. How Can I Avoid Capital Gains Taxes?.....»»
HP Smart Tank 7602 review: fast, economical printing
HP's Smart Tank 7602 is a reliable all-in-one home office printer that's fast, but do the features and ink savings justify its higher price?.....»»
Analysis of two decades" worth of antibiotic resistance shows antibiotic use is not the only driver of superbugs
For the first time, researchers have analyzed the impact of antibiotic use on the rise of treatment-resistant bacteria over the last 20 years in the UK and Norway. They show that while the increase in drug use has amplified the spread of superbugs, i.....»»
Study shows otters, beavers and other semiaquatic mammals keep clean underwater, thanks to their flexible fur
Underwater surfaces can get grimy as they accumulate dirt, algae and bacteria, a process scientists call "fouling." But furry mammals like beavers and otters that spend most of their lives wet manage to avoid getting their fur slimy. These anti-fouli.....»»
Study uncovers low-temperature deformation mechanism of pure titanium
Titanium (Ti), often hailed as the wonder metal for its remarkable properties, has many applications in aerospace, marine, and biomedicine industries. Known for their low density, high strength, high ductility, great corrosion resistance, and excelle.....»»
Notorious cell subpopulation key to antibiotic failure, say scientists
Antibiotic overuse can lead to antibiotic resistance, but classic antibiotic resistance might not completely explain why antibiotics sometimes fail. Sub-populations of bacteria called persister cells can survive in the presence of lethal doses of ant.....»»
Observing macroscopic quantum effects in the dark
Be fast, avoid light, and roll through a curvy ramp: This is the recipe for a pioneering experiment proposed by theoretical physicists in a recent paper published in Physical Review Letters. An object evolving in a potential created through electrost.....»»
Jabra Elite 8 Active gets an AMAZING 20% discount in this awesome deal!
The Jabra Elite 8 Active true wireless earbuds are some of the best earbuds for the gym that you can buy today. They offer up the lightweightedness of wireless earbuds, but also boast pretty awesome water-resistance of up to 1.5m in depth. Obviously.....»»
Crop spray could lead to mass resistance in new-generation antifungal treatments
An agricultural fungicide approved in the U.S. and currently under consideration by authorities worldwide could have a devastating effect on a new drug for one of world's deadliest infectious diseases, show University of Manchester scientists......»»
MagSafe Monday: ESR Magnetic Wallet provides enough room for cash and cards while doubling as a stand
MagSafe wallets are a great way to simplify what’s on your everyday carry list while keeping a minimal wallet to avoid hurting your back by sitting on a massive wallet. In this week’s MagSafe Monday, I will review the ESR Magnetic Wallet and expl.....»»
A new approach can address antibiotic resistance to Mycobacterium abscessus
Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital are tackling Mycobacterium abscessus (Mab) antibiotic resistance. This naturally antibiotic-resistant pathogen is becoming more prevalent, highlighting the urgent need for novel therapeutics. To add.....»»
Evolutionary "U-turn" may mitigate antibiotic resistance, study finds
In a scientific breakthrough, Monash University researchers have discovered a revolutionary "U-turn" in the evolution of antibiotic resistance, challenging the widely accepted notion that traits once developed are irreversible......»»
How to avoid the cognitive hooks and habits that make us vulnerable to cons
Psychologists behind "invisible gorilla" study are back with a new book: Nobody's Fool. Enlarge / Daniel Simons and Christopher Chabris are the authors of Nobody's Fool: Why We Get Taken In and What We Can Do About It. (credit:.....»»
Conflict in full swing: Forest bats found to avoid large areas around fast-moving wind turbines
Not only do many bats die at wind turbines, the turbines also displace some species from their habitats over large areas. When the turbines are in operation at relatively high wind speeds, the activity of bat species that hunt in structurally dense h.....»»
Workers in their teens and early 20s are more likely to get hurt than older employees, says researcher
Think about your first job. Maybe it was delivering pizza, bagging groceries, bussing tables or doing landscaping work. Did you get enough training to avoid potential injuries? Chances are, you didn't—and your boss or supervisor just told you to ge.....»»
Should You Buy the iPhone 11 in 2024?
Should you buy Apple’s iPhone 11 in 2024? The iPhone 11 is a suitable choice if that’s all your budget allows, but there are reasons to avoid buying the iPhone 11 this year. The iPhone 11 was first announced in the fall of 2019, replacing.....»»