The Metaverse Will Reshape Our Lives. Let’s Make Sure It’s for the Better
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reports that in the first six months of 2022, the word metaverse appeared in regulatory filings more than 1,100 times. The previous year saw 260 mentions. The preceding two decades? Fewer than a dozen in to.....»»
Gen Z"s climate anxiety is real and needs action, says study
New Curtin University research has shown Australian young people have major concerns about climate change, which is having a significant impact on their lives and could have broader consequences decades into the future......»»
How psychology can help people live more climate-friendly lives—lessons from around the world
Quick and easy interventions that inspire people to take direct climate action are the holy grail. Behavioral scientists and policymakers are keen to learn which small steps can make the biggest difference. One of the largest experiments ever conduct.....»»
Why Elon Musk Is Suing OpenAI and Sam Altman
The lawsuit makes a substantial claim that could fundamentally reshape how OpenAI and its partner Microsoft do business. The fallout from the OpenAI board’s failed attempt to fire CEO Sam Altman last November took an unexpecte.....»»
The secret lives of roots: Tropical forest root systems are central to improving climate change predictions
International research co-authored by Joshua Fisher, associate professor in Chapman University's Schmid College of Science and Technology, suggests that studying root function in tropical forests could help vegetation models improve predictions of cl.....»»
A Step-By-Step Guide: How To Forward An Entire Text Conversation On Android
In our busy lives, communication is key. Whether you’re talking to a family member about the day’s plans or updating a co-worker on relevant information, keeping everyone on the same page can save you undue stress. Technology, on the other hand,.....»»
Maps shape our lives—showing us not just where we are, but who we are
Maps and everyday life are now so intertwined for most people that it's difficult to imagine a world without them. Most of us use at least one map every day. Some of us use many, especially now, they have become one of the dominant interfaces of our.....»»
A liking for licking—sex and social status influence social grooming among free-ranging feral cattle in Hong Kong
Unique insights into the social lives of cattle revealed in a new study by scientists at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) can enhance our understanding of animal behavior and welfare. The study suggests that sex and social status influence soci.....»»
Ancient DNA reveals children with Down syndrome in past societies. What can their burials tell us about their lives?
After analyzing DNA from almost 10,000 people from ancient and pre-modern societies, our international team of researchers have discovered six cases of Down syndrome in past human populations......»»
How to build your own robot friend: Making AI education more accessible
From smart virtual assistants and self-driving cars to digital health and fraud prevention systems, AI technology is transforming almost every aspect of our daily lives—and education is no different. For all its promise, the rise of AI, like any ne.....»»
Neurobiology: Examining how bats distinguish different sounds
Seba's short-tailed bat (Carollia perspicillata) lives in the subtropical and tropical forests of Central and South America, where it mostly feeds on pepper fruit. The animals spend their days in groups of 10 to 100 individuals in hollow trunks and r.....»»
Breast Lift Surgery: Are You the Ideal Candidate
Breast lift surgery, also known as mastopexy, is a popular procedure designed to elevate and reshape sagging breasts, offering a more youthful and aesthetically pleasing appearance. Understanding who is eligible for the surgery is crucial if yo.....»»
"Singles in America" study: Daters breaking the ice with AI
Artificial intelligence has permeated nearly every aspect of our daily lives, and dating is no exception. A study by Match in partnership with researchers at the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University found that American singles are starting to use c.....»»
Vision Pro latency the best on one metric; lags behind Meta on another
Scientific tests of Vision Pro latency show that Apple’s spatial computer lives up to Apple’s claims of superiority over rival headsets – but only in the first of two metrics. This means that the passthrough feature, which lets you see the r.....»»
Group of united academics publish "scientists" warning" on climate and technology
Throughout human history, technologies have been used to make people's lives richer and more comfortable, but they have also contributed to a global crisis threatening Earth's climate, ecosystems, and even our own survival......»»
Looking for Love? Let the Market Decide
Manifold.love lets users create prediction markets for their dating lives and those of other users. There are 103 people betting on whether Austin Chen and Rachel Weinberg will still be married in five years time. The aggregation of.....»»
"The Beast" trailer teases a truly mind-bending sci-journey through past lives
The trailer for Bertrand Bonello's "The Beast", starring Léa Seydoux and George MacKay, has dropped online. Three timelines intersect in the trailer for The Beast, a mind-bending sci-fi from Bertrand Bonello starring Léa Seydoux and Geo.....»»
AI deepfakes bring back the voices of gun violence victims. They"re still begging Congress for change.
The Shotline, a website created by gun reform groups March For Our Lives and Change the Ref, lets supporters send AI-generated voicemails from gun violence victims right to Congress. The fight for national gun reform — a cause that has ga.....»»
This portable scanner and PDF editor is on sale for 79% off
A lifetime subscription to iScanner is on sale for £31.34, saving you 79% on list price. TL;DR: A lifetime subscription to iScanner is on sale for £31.34, saving you 79% on list price.We all have at least one Apple fan in our lives. You.....»»
This mini decentralized VPN and firewall hardware is just $229
Save on the Deeper Connect Mini Decentralized VPN and Firewall Hardware, now only $229. TL;DR: As of February 15, get the Deeper Connect Mini Decentralized VPN and Firewall Hardware for just $229.With so much of our lives online these days, you.....»»
Viewpoint: Wildlife selfies harm animals, even when scientists share images with warnings in the captions
One of the biggest privileges of being a primatologist is spending time in remote locations with monkeys and apes, living near these animals in their habitats and experiencing their daily lives. As a 21st-century human, I have an immediate impulse to.....»»