The empire strikes back: Resurging imperialism threatens geopolitical stability
In recent years, nationalist leaders have staked claims on lost territories in order to restore the glory of former empires. Lars-Erik Cederman believes that this rise in revanchist nationalism poses a threat to geopolitical stability......»»
Plant pathogen threatens rare parrot
One of Australia's most endangered parrots is facing a new threat after being found to carry a destructive pathogen normally associated with several varieties of crops......»»
"It"s an emergency." Midwest towns scramble as drought threatens drinking water
James Rainbolt typically can tackle most problems at his rural water plant with some extra time or money......»»
Failure strikes Rocket Lab after launch from New Zealand
The Electron rocket now has a 90 percent success rate. Enlarge / Rocket Lab's Electron launch vehicle lifts off Tuesday from New Zealand on an ill-fated mission. (credit: Rocket Lab) Rocket Lab's string of 20 consecutive.....»»
Explore the Ancient Aztec Capital in This Lifelike 3D Rendering
We spoke with Thomas Kole, a digital artist who re-created the capital of the Aztec Empire in such detail that it looks like a living metropolis......»»
The limits of nuclear stability change in stellar environments where temperatures reach billions of degrees Celsius
New research is challenging the scientific status quo on the limits of the nuclear chart in hot stellar environments where temperatures reach billions of degrees Celsius......»»
Olefins from carbon dioxide and hydrogen: Green chemistry under fluctuating conditions
Wouldn't it be an elegant solution to use the substance that is most damaging to the climate and threatens the future as a raw material for economic goods and everyday items? In fact, carbon dioxide (CO2), an unavoidable byproduct of civilization, is.....»»
UAW chief: ‘Progress is slow’ in talks as strike enters 4th day
“Progress is slow,” Fain said on MSNBC’s “The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart.” “I don’t really want to say we’re closer.” Fain declined to say when he might announce a second wave of strikes......»»
UAW chief: ‘Progress is slow’ in talks as strike enters third day
“Progress is slow,” Fain said on MSNBC’s “The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart.” “I don’t really want to say we’re closer.” Fain declined to say when he might announce a second wave of strikes......»»
Apple TV+ first look deals suspended as Hollywood strikes continue
Apple has suspended a number of deals with producers for its Apple TV+ streaming service, with production companies and talent being impacted by the continuing writing strike.TV productions by broadcasters and streaming services are continuing to be.....»»
Diesel exhaust gases found to harm insects: Animal ecologists study the effects on bumblebees for the first time
The decline of insects threatens many ecosystems worldwide. While the effects of pesticides are well researched, there has been a lack of knowledge about the effects of other anthropogenic pollutants. Animal ecologists at the University of Bayreuth h.....»»
Auto suppliers prepare for layoffs if UAW strikes continue
Major suppliers to the Detroit 3 plants on strike include Lear Corp., Dana Corp., Superior Industries, Cooper Standard, Tenneco and Martinrea, to name a few......»»
UAW"s strike strategy exploits leeway created by expired contract
Until the UAW's deals with the Detroit 3 end tonight, it can only call targeted strikes over local issues. The union is calling its unprecedented strategy a "stand-up strike.".....»»
Growth of large operators threatens existence of grassroots coworking spaces, study warns
The growing number of large operators and developers opening coworking premises threatens to end the availability of grassroots community-oriented spaces designed to bring isolated workers together, a new study warns......»»
A brightly (multi)colored future for electrochromic devices shines ahead
Vivid displays, enriched color variations and boosted stability are something everyone can look forward to encountering as advances are made in the electrochromic device (ECD) field.....»»
UAW chief will order strikes at targeted plants Thursday night if no Detroit 3 deal reached
The union said proposed wage increases were 20 percent from Ford, 18 percent from GM and 17.5 percent from Stellantis. All three would cut in half the time it takes to earn top wages to four years, down from eight years now......»»
Nvidia DLSS support for Starfield teased alongside stability-improving update
Starfield's first update focuses on improving stability, but Bethesda Game Studios teased that future updates will add Nvidia DLSS support and more......»»
France threatens total recall of iPhone 12 over RF power concerns
At about the same time the iPhone 15 launched, France has declared that the iPhone 12 cannot be sold in the country, because it reportedly exceeds the country's legal limit for radio frequency exposure.Assorted iPhone 12 modelsThe ban was implemented.....»»
Chinese financial reporting prioritizes communicating stability, strong connections to stakeholders vs. shareholders
It's commonly accepted that U.S. and Chinese companies treat financial reporting and disclosure differently......»»
Light pollution threatens coastal marine systems, study suggests
Artificial light at night has a profound effect land-based life—from birds to fireflies to humans. But a new study suggests we need to widen our view to include light pollution's effect on coastal marine ecosystems, impacting everything from whales.....»»
Flashes of light in Venusian atmosphere may be meteors, not lightning
A team of planetary scientists at Arizona State University has found evidence that the multitude of bright flashes in Venus' atmosphere may be due to meteors passing through, not lightning strikes. In their paper published in Journal of Geophysical R.....»»