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The "27 Club" isn"t true, but it is real—a sociologist explains why myths endure and how they shape reality

There's a certain allure to the notion that some of the world's brightest stars burn out at the age of 27. The so-called 27 Club has captivated the public imagination for half a century. Its members include legendary musicians Jimi Hendrix, Janis Jop.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorg6 hr. 40 min. ago

The mechanics of ovulation: Study explains how muscle-like fibers help eggs squeeze out from follicle

Eggs pop out of ovaries. But what propels them has been unknown. Now, researchers from the University of Connecticut explain in an article published in the September 18 issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences that tiny, muscle-li.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News4 hr. 8 min. ago

Misinformation really does spread like a virus, according to mathematical models drawn from epidemiology

We're increasingly aware of how misinformation can influence elections. About 73% of Americans report seeing misleading election news, and about half struggle to discern what is true or false......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News4 hr. 40 min. ago

The "27 Club" isn"t true, but it is real—a sociologist explains why myths endure and how they shape reality

There's a certain allure to the notion that some of the world's brightest stars burn out at the age of 27. The so-called 27 Club has captivated the public imagination for half a century. Its members include legendary musicians Jimi Hendrix, Janis Jop.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News6 hr. 40 min. ago

Nano-optical sensors enable structural safety monitoring of buildings with color variations

As buildings age, the demand for effective monitoring of their structural integrity has grown significantly. A breakthrough in nano-optical sensor technology now enables precise, real-time measurement of structural deformation and stability......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News6 hr. 40 min. ago

NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Tuesday, November 5

The NYT Mini crossword might be a lot smaller than a normal crossword, but it isn't easy. If you're stuck with today's crossword, we've got answers for you here......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated News6 hr. 40 min. ago

Report: Voice of Practitioners 2024 – The True State of Secrets Security

In this study, GitGuardian and CyberArk reveal the stark reality of secrets management across 1,000 organizations. With 79% experiencing secrets leaks and an average remediation time of 27 days, the findings expose critical gaps between security conf.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated News7 hr. 2 min. ago

Apple offers Indonesia token investment to lift iPhone ban

Following Indonesia's ban of the iPhone 16 because Apple has not invested enough in the country, the company has reportedly offered $10 million.Jakarta - Image credit: Tom Fisk/PexelsThe threatened ban on the iPhone in Indonesia became real in late O.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated News7 hr. 2 min. ago

Maximizing security visibility on a budget

In this Help Net Security interview, Barry Mainz, CEO at Forescout, discusses the obstacles organizations encounter in attaining security visibility, particularly within cloud and hybrid environments. He explains why asset intelligence—going beyond.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated News11 hr. 56 min. ago

Study explores how Rwanda and Ethiopia tried to shape the future of development in Africa

Contemporary economic challenges in Africa appear to be shifting the continent into a new era of development. From COVID-19 to war-induced inflation, many countries in Africa are facing significant economic challenges. The crises of recent years come.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News13 hr. 40 min. ago

This tiny smart puck can control your smart home without the need for mobile apps

The Linxura Smart Controller isn't without a few quirks, but it's a unique way to control your smart home without the need for your smartphone......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated News20 hr. 9 min. ago

Organosilicon chemistry offers options for replacing PFAS in food and medical industries

Due to the unique properties of PFAS, almost no other chemical substances can compete with them. That explains why it is so hard to find a replacement for these toxic "forever chemicals," which accumulate in the environment and do not break down over.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News22 hr. 0 min. ago

Is the M4 Mac mini Apple’s first true gaming PC?

Apple wants the Mac to become a gaming destination, and it has the perfect machine to take on consoles from Sony and Microsoft in the form of the M4 Mac mini......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated News22 hr. 7 min. ago

Future space telescopes could be made from thin membranes, unrolled in space to enormous size

Space-based telescopes are remarkable. Their view isn't obscured by the weather in our atmosphere, and so they can capture incredibly detailed images of the heavens. Unfortunately, they are quite limited in mirror size......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Robert Zemeckis wants to turn Back to the Future: The Musical into a movie

Robert Zemeckis wants to make the movie adaptation of Back to the Future: The Musical. However, the legendary director explains what's holding it up......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Monkeys know who will win the election—primal instincts humans share with them shape voters" choices

As Election Day looms with Kamala Harris and Donald Trump locked in a dead heat, pollsters and pundits are scrambling for clues to predict the outcome......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

New book explores the relationship between beauty and crisis

Creating and nurturing beauty in dark times helps us endure another day. Beauty can help us appraise how we live and how we can build better lives. Its presence or absence is a critique of the social and political structures that are necessary to all.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Researchers are developing the next generation of sensors to improve horse welfare

While talking to horses and other animals seems like a far-fetched fantasy, University of Missouri engineers are developing technology that puts us one step closer to that reality......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Political bickering and policy uncertainty take a toll on business investment, research shows

Partisan squabbling isn't just annoying—it's also bad for business......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

The world promised to tame methane: Emissions are still rising

Sitting in his cramped office in Paris, Manfredi Caltagirone admits that one of the world's highest-profile efforts to cut methane emissions so far isn't stopping the gas from escaping and warming the atmosphere......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Monday, November 4

The NYT Mini crossword might be a lot smaller than a normal crossword, but it isn't easy. If you're stuck with today's crossword, we've got answers for you here......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024