The Namibian fairy circle debate rages on: Could it be sand termites after all?
Study offers four-point rebuttal to 2022 claim that they're a kind of eco-Turing pattern. Enlarge / Bare, reddish-hued circular patches in the Namib Desert known as "fairy circles" are also found in northwestern Australia. (cred.....»»
No longer possible to hide the blue badge of shame on X [U]
Ah, the saga of X’s blue checkmarks! Originally a sign that someone was who they claimed to be, and later sold so that cryptocurrency scammers could see their posts boosted, the company is now coming full circle with some journalists. Update: Af.....»»
The Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 just dropped to under $175 at Target Circle Week
The Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 is just $174.99 at Target, down from its normal price of $299.99. That's a 42% discount. SAVE $125: The Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 is just $174.99 at Target, marked down from its listed MSPR of $299.99. That's a 42% disco.....»»
Today only: Grab a pair of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) for less than $140 at Target
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are just $139.99 at Target, marked down from the normal price of $169.99. That's an 18% discount. SAVE $30: The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are just $139.99 at Target for Target Circle members, down from the normal price.....»»
Apple says Palestinian flag emoji recommendation when "Jerusalem" is typed on iPhone will be fixed
Apple says a bug is causing iPhone keyboards to recommend the Palestinian flag emoji when a user types "Jerusalem." Apple's recent iOS 17.4.1 update made a change to the iPhone that has thrust the company into the middle of a debate it likely w.....»»
Researchers discover the secret of how termites build their giant nests
Termites are the architects of the natural world. The nests that they build can reach meters of height, with complex and elaborate structures, galleries that ensure efficient communication and that automatically ventilate the nest interior in a way t.....»»
Researchers explain how cities can implement environmentally sustainable densification
The housing situation in Swiss cities and towns is currently the subject of intensive debate in politics and the media. Housing and densification is a key topic for spatial and urban planners—because, ultimately, they are tasked with implementing c.....»»
Superfund plan for Columbia River sparks debate in Northwest
It would create one of the largest Superfund sites in America and the first in which most of the toxic pollution comes from another country. But those are not the only unique aspects of an EPA proposal to add the upper reaches of the Columbia River i.....»»
Mysterious bones may have belonged to gigantic ichthyosaurs
Several similar large, fossilized bone fragments have been discovered in various regions across Western and Central Europe since the 19th century. The animal group to which they belonged is still the subject of much debate to this day. A study carrie.....»»
Greek valley that became a lake stirs drought debate
Gracefully rising above a din of croaking frogs as the sun sets, a pelican flies over Lake Karla, one the largest inland expanses of water in Greece......»»
Nukes in space: A bad idea in the 1960s, an even worse one now
The US and Japan are sponsoring a resolution for debate by the United Nations security council which—if passed—will reaffirm international commitments to the 1967 outer space treaty (OST) forbidding the deployment and use of nuclear weapons in sp.....»»
iPad Air 6 & OLED iPad Pro Release Window Narrows
Shoppers looking to buy Apple’s new iPad Pro or iPad Air 6 now have dates to circle on the calendar because a firm launch window has leaked out. In his latest Power On newsletter, Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman has relayed a release week for th.....»»
2024 iPad Pro Price: What the Rumors Say Right Now
If you’re planning to buy Apple’s new iPad Pro, you may need to spend quite a bit of money. Exactly how much is currently up for debate as we wait for the company to make an announcement. All signs point to a 2024 iPad Pro launch in the n.....»»
X blue checkmarks being forced on journalists who don’t want them
Ah, the saga of X’s blue checkmarks! Originally a sign that someone was who they claimed to be, and later sold so that cryptocurrency scammers could see their posts boosted, the company is now coming full circle with some journalists. Elon Musk.....»»
Stingray sand "sculpture" in South Africa may be oldest example of humans creating an image of another creature
South Africa's Cape south coast offers many hints about how our human ancestors lived some 35,000 to 400,000 years ago during the Pleistocene epoch. These clues are captured in the dunes they once traversed, today cemented and preserved in a rock typ.....»»
What’s new in April 2024: 8 upcoming games to keep on your radar
Sand Land, Stellar Blade, and Tales of Kenzera: Zau round out a quieter but exciting month of new game releases......»»
Have one of these Google Pixel phones? You’re getting Circle to Search
Circle to Search is an excellent search tool. Now, it's coming to even more Google Pixel phones. Here's the full list......»»
Google Brings “Circle to Search” for More Pixel Models
Google recently announced that it will be bringing over the new AI-powered search feature to more Pixel smartphones, beginning this week. The post Google Brings “Circle to Search” for More Pixel Models appeared first on Phandroid......»»
AirPods & Apple Watch market share insight opens debate on consumer choice
Following the US Department of Justice's comprehensive antitrust lawsuit against Apple, new insights have emerged that shed light on Apple's influence within the market.New report reveals numbers on Apple's market dominanceThe DOJ filed the lawsuit o.....»»
The key to Florida beaches" hurricane recovery: The humble sea oat
From eye level, the wisps of green emerging from sand dunes up and down Pinellas County's barrier islands look sparse, stubby, almost tentative as they peek at the sun. Below the surface, though, they are spreading out, trapping sand in place and act.....»»
Pangolins in Africa: Expert unpacks why millions have been traded illegally and what can be done about it
Pangolins are fascinating creatures known for their unique appearance and distinctive scales. They are mammals belonging to the order Pholidota and are native to Africa and Asia. Due to their primary diet of ants and termites, pangolins are often ref.....»»