The good and the bad of COVID-19 response in multi-level governance
How did multi-level governance in Europe influence the overall effectiveness of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and what was its impact? A recent study carried out as part of the PERISCOPE project analyzes the COVID-19 response of governance b.....»»
Rocket Report: Multi-day delay for the final Delta launch; Orbex patents landing tech
"So don’t have that expectation, please. It’s not going to be perfect." Enlarge / The final Delta IV Heavy rocket is seen on the launch pad in Florida. (credit: United Launch Alliance) Welcome to Edition 6.37 of the.....»»
How much does cloud-based identity expand your attack surface?
We all know using a cloud-based identity provider (IdP) expands your attack surface, but just how big does that attack surface get? And can we even know for sure? As Michael Jordan once said, “Get the fundamentals down, and the level of everything.....»»
Our best recommendation: Ottocast makes your in-car entertainment next-level amazing [Save 30%]
If your car has factory-installed CarPlay or Android, then the wireless vehicle entertainment experts at Ottocast want to turbocharge your in-car entertainment. For a limited time, 9to5Mac readers can take advantage of an exclusive 30% discount.....»»
Ecologists call for strengthening nature-based climate solutions at the federal level
U.S. scientists and policy experts with a broad range of expertise in the fields of climate and ecosystem sciences have outlined key recommendations aimed at bolstering the scientific foundation for implementation of nature-based climate solutions (N.....»»
Perceptions of "good" schools are heavily dependent on the preparation of the students entering them, study finds
Are schools that feature strong test scores highly effective, or do they mostly enroll students who are already well-prepared for success? A study co-authored by MIT scholars concludes that widely disseminated school quality ratings reflect the prepa.....»»
Chemists develop method to confirm mRNA vaccine stability
University at Albany researchers at the RNA Institute have developed a new method to test COVID-19 vaccine integrity that could allow anyone with basic skills in vaccine handling to detect expired vaccines quickly and effectively, without specialized.....»»
Visions of Mana paints a promising picture of the RPG series’ return
We went hands-on with Visions of Mana and its looking good for the RPG series' first mainline game in over 15 years......»»
2024 LG TVs first look: G4 OLED upgrades and a pleasant webOS surprise
The good, the better, and the unexpected from my first look at LG's 2024 OLEDs, QNEDs, and the next-gen webOS......»»
Your Google Pixel 8 is getting this cool missing feature after all
Google's Gemini Nano AI is coming to the Pixel 8 after all, despite Google saying the phone wasn't able to run it. Here's all the good news......»»
Android 15: latest news, rumors, and everything we know so far
Android 15 could include a lot of new features, and we have a good idea of what to expect......»»
Canva"s Affinity deal will shake the Adobe status quo
Canva's recent acquisition of the company behind the Affinity line of photography and design tools will directly challenge Adobe's stranglehold on the market and subscription pricing model. Here's how, and why it's a good thing.Affinity's design tool.....»»
Explaining why your keyboard feels so darn good—or way too mushy
Ars Technica's guide to keyboards: Mechanical, membrane, buckling springs Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson) Your keyboard is the thread that connects you to your computer. The way a keyboard feels—from the sensations of.....»»
Gender employment gap narrows among people with disabilities post-COVID
The shifting landscape of post-COVID-19 employment highlights a reduction in the gender employment gap among individuals with disabilities, a trend not observed among those without disabilities, according to last Friday's National Trends in Disabilit.....»»
Upgrade your Mac setup with these products: My favorites
If you’re looking to take your desk setup to the next level, this is the guide for you. Head below for some of my favorite products that can improve your working setup, ranging from accessories to decorations and more. All of the things on this lis.....»»
Canva acquires Affinity apps in multi-million dollar deal to compete with Adobe
The Affinity suite of apps, which includes Affinity Photo, Designer, and Publisher, has become known as an excellent alternative to the Adobe Creative Cloud suite. But there’s a lot going on behind the scenes, as Serif – the company behind the Af.....»»
Apple has brought its WWDC sessions to YouTube
A selection of WWDC 2023 sessions is now available on YouTube, and the 2024 sessions will be available there once they begin on June 10.Apple Developer joins YouTubeApple has embraced online formats since COVID-19 forced the company to abandon in-per.....»»
Does the Moto G Stylus have NFC?
The Moto G Stylus is a popular choice if you want a midrange smartphone with good specs at a low price. But does the Moto G Stylus have NFC? We break it down......»»
This $200 Android phone looks like a good deal, but it’s not
At just $200, the Moto G 5G (2024) is one of the cheapest new smartphones available today. But is it one you should spend your money on? I used it to find out......»»
Dell’s Inspiron 14 Plus review: one hand tied behind its back
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 2024 is a good midrange laptop by most measures. However, its display isn't as good as some others at around the same price......»»
2025 Mini Countryman: More spacious cabin, updated tech
The 2025 update has Level 2 autonomous driving systems that allow drivers to take their hands off the steering wheel on highwaylike routes at speeds of up to nearly 38 mph......»»