TaskRabbit competitor being tested by Uber in two US cities
A TaskRabbit competitor dubbed Uber Tasks is being tested in two US cities by the ride-sharing company, as it seeks to address slowing revenue growth … more….....»»
Halloween power outage hits thousands of customers in Twin Cities metro
Halloween power outage hits thousands of customers in Twin Cities metro.....»»
The best color laser printers for 2024: tested and reviewed
Color laser printers are a smart choice for home offices and small businesses, but which should you buy? Here are our top picks for every budget......»»
I"ve tested a ton of robot vacuums — these 4 work the best on carpet
From pet hair to crumbs, I'm continuously testing top vacs from Roborock, iRobot, and more to find the best robot vacuums for carpet. Nearly any robot vacuum can sufficiently clear tile or hardwood floors of the hair and crumbs blowing across t.....»»
Atlas of the Human Planet: 50 years of population growth and urbanization trends uncovered
The new Atlas of the Human Planet reveals 50 years of global population growth and urbanization trends, providing insights into how cities and rural areas have evolved. This data offers vital tools for addressing future climate, social, and economic.....»»
25 km quantum network link between Dutch cities represents a key advance
An international research team led by QuTech has demonstrated a network connection between quantum processors over metropolitan distances. Their result marks a key advance from early research networks in the lab towards a future quantum internet. The.....»»
Satellite imagery now identifies plastic on remote beaches
Australian researchers have developed a new method for spotting plastic rubbish on our beaches and successfully field tested it on a remote stretch of coastline......»»
Japan-style "tiny forests" are taking root in British cities
A staggering 1 in 3 people in England lack access to nature-rich spaces within a short walk from their homes. Now, a growing movement is bringing nature back to cities across the UK. The Miyawaki forest method involves planting a diverse mix of dense.....»»
Lidar mapping reveals mountainous medieval cities along the Silk Road
A city larger than many in Europe at the time was perched in the mountains. The history of the Silk Road, a vast network of ancient and medieval trade routes connecting Beijing an.....»»
Have we found all the major Maya cities? Not even close, new research suggests
Archaeologists have analyzed lidar data from a completely unstudied corner of the Maya world in Campeche, Mexico, revealing 6,674 undiscovered Maya structures, including pyramids like those at the famous sites of Chichén Itzá or Tikal......»»
The surprising way to motivate digital gig economy workers
When it comes to motivating app-based gig economy workers like DoorDash and Uber drivers, giving out money and virtual high fives are separately effective—but not when given together—according to new University at Buffalo School of Management res.....»»
Lost Silk Road Cities Discovered High in the Mountains of Central Asia
On the Silk Road, these lost twin cities may have sustained themselves in a foreboding landscape with metallurgy and commerce.....»»
Lost Silk Road cities rediscovered by scientists in mountains of Uzbekistan
Lost Silk Road cities rediscovered by scientists in mountains of Uzbekistan.....»»
10 US cities with the lowest cost of living, where things from buying a home to a grocery run are relatively affordable
10 US cities with the lowest cost of living, where things from buying a home to a grocery run are relatively affordable.....»»
Qualcomm"s 8-Core Snapdragon X Plus, Tested: A Competitive, Cheaper Chip
Qualcomm"s 8-Core Snapdragon X Plus, Tested: A Competitive, Cheaper Chip.....»»
Apple tested a blood-sugar app that it will never release, but there’s good news
Apple is about to release sleep apnea detection support for Apple Watch users with watchOS 11.1. However, that isn’t the only health feature the company … The post Apple tested a blood-sugar app that it will never release, but there’.....»»
Report: Apple ran ‘highly secretive’ test of blood glucose app
A new report from Bloomberg today details that Apple quietly tested an app this year designed to “help people with prediabetes manage their food intake and make lifestyle changes.” The test comes as Apple continues its work on a noninvasive.....»»
I tested the Core Ultra 9 285K against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — and it’s ugly
Intel's new Core Ultra 9 285K is an impressive CPU, but it faces stiff competition from the last-gen Ryzen 7 7800X3D......»»
Here’s What the Regenerative Cities of Tomorrow Could Look Like
Around the world, seeds of regenerative cities have already been planted. As they grow, they will shape the metropolises of tomorrow......»»
Experts explain Hurricane Helene"s impact on Appalachia
Hurricane Helene has devastated swaths of Southern Appalachia, pummeling cities from Newport, Tennessee, to Asheville, North Carolina......»»
Here’s What the Sustainable Cities of Tomorrow Could Look Like
Around the world, seeds of regenerative cities have already been planted. As they grow, they will shape the metropolises of tomorrow......»»