The persistent danger after landscape fires
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) cause oxidative stress at the cellular level. Research shows that this way, amongst others, they inhibit the germination capacity of plants, produce cytotoxins or exert toxic effects on aquatic invertebrates. Environment.....»»
Colombia declares emergency over raging forest fires
Colombia has declared a state of emergency in two regions as dozens of forest fires burned wide swathes of the country and left the capital choking on smoke during record temperatures linked with the El Niño weather phenomenon......»»
Lagos styrofoam, plastics ban brings applause and concern
From trash-strewn pavements to street vendors packing meals in polystyrene containers, plastic waste is a constant menace in the urban landscape of Lagos, Nigeria's economic capital and the continent's most populous city......»»
StandBy mode in iOS 17 was made for these iPhone chargers
One of my favorite features in iOS 17 is StandBy, which turns your iPhone into a smart display when it’s in landscape orientation and charging. One of the best ways to take full advantage of StandBy is with an upright wireless charger. Head bel.....»»
Landscape Architect: Work, Salaries, Jobs, Education and Ethics
Landscape architects specialize in designing outdoor spaces and landscapes, ranging from public parks and gardens to college campuses and private residences. The primary responsibilities of landscape architects involve creating attractive, functional.....»»
Top 5 ReactJS Development Companies in 2024
The JavaScript framework landscape is a dynamic battlefield in which ReactJS reigns supreme. Its sleek components and lightning-fast performance persuade businesses to partner with the top ReactJS development companies. With nearly 41.....»»
The Power of Alternative Payment Methods in White-Label Gateways
Today’s digital marketplace forces businesses to cater to diverse customer preferences as it’s a strategy for thriving in a competitive landscape. Embracing Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) is pivotal in driving business success, especi.....»»
Exploring the Importance and Effectiveness of Expert Networks in Business: A Showcase by the Silverlight Expert Network
In the contemporary business landscape, knowledge is a powerful asset. The Silverlight Expert Network, an industry leader in expert networks, illustrates the vital role of these networks in shaping strategic decisions for global companies and organiz.....»»
The physics behind 300-year-old firefighting methods could inform knowledge of how our hearts work
Today, water pressure technology is ubiquitous, and any person who showers, waters a garden, or fights fires is benefiting from the technology devised to harness it. In the 17th and 18th centuries, though, a steady stream of water not punctuated by p.....»»
Apple Vision Pro streaming media landscape is complicated at launch
It might be a very expensive buy to just watch streaming video on, but Apple Vision Pro is going to look fantastic — for some services.Watching Apple TV+ on Vision Pro (Source: Apple)Don't throw out your TV set yet, at least not until your Apple Vi.....»»
New study tracks a mammoth’s travels across Alaska
Isotopes trapped in a tusk can be matched to those in the Alaskan landscape. Enlarge (credit: Aunt_Spray / GETTY IMAGES) A single tusk is all that remains of a mammoth that lived approximately 14,000 years ago. Yet that.....»»
NHTSA probes Stellantis" recall of plug-in hybrid minivans after 4 reports of fires
NHTSA said it received four consumer complaints from December 2022 through December 2023 alleging battery fires in 2017-18 Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrids even after the vehicles had received an interim fix as part of a prior recall......»»
Flood risks rise as federal wetlands protections disappear: SC needs help, senators told
South Carolina's landscape is pockmarked with wetlands that have historically gotten in the way of developers seeking to build shopping malls, hotels and housing communities......»»
Poorly secured PostgreSQL, MySQL servers targeted by ransomware bot
Users exposing poorly secured PostgreSQL and MySQL servers online are in danger of getting their databases wiped by a ransomware bot, Border0 researchers are warning. The attackers asks for a small sum to return / not publish the data, but those who.....»»
The power of AI in cybersecurity
The widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI (GenAI), has revolutionized organizational landscapes and transformed both the cyber threat landscape and cybersecurity. AI as a powerful cybersecurity tool As organi.....»»
Co-amplification in atmospheric fluctuations caused heavy rainfall over Japan in August 2021, finds study
In Japan, the summer season is characterized by stagnant rain fronts, causing persistent heavy rainfall. This phenomenon is reportedly associated with global-scale atmospheric and oceanic anomalies. Remote influences from the tropical and extratropic.....»»
Research helps California forest managers assess smoke hazards from prescribed burns
Across the American West, managers of fire-prone landscapes are increasingly using a practice that seems counterintuitive: setting small fires to prevent larger, more destructive ones. Commonly called "prescribed burns," these targeted, controlled fi.....»»
The right strategy for effective cybersecurity awareness
Employees play a significant role in safeguarding organizational assets. With a constantly evolving threat landscape, cybersecurity awareness training is an essential component in creating a good security culture. Why cybersecurity awareness training.....»»
Supreme Court denies Epic v. Apple petitions, opening up iOS payment options
Most of Epic's arguments are moot now, but one point will change the App Store. Enlarge / Artist's conception of iOS developers after today's Supreme Court ruling, surveying a new landscape of payment options and subscription sig.....»»
Meet pAblo·pCasso: A new leap in CRISPR technologies for next-gen genome engineering
A new CRISPR-Cas toolkit, dubbed "pAblo·pCasso," is set to transform the landscape of bacterial genome editing, offering unprecedented precision and flexibility in genetic engineering. The new technology, developed by researchers at The Novo Nordisk.....»»
Wildfire Risk Maps Haven"t Kept Up with Wildfire Risks
Many states haven’t been able to keep their wildfire risk maps up to date, even as global warming increases the danger, because of funding constraints.....»»