The push to cashless transit fare leaves some riders behind
A multi-year study on automated transit fare collection offers a key finding that won't surprise you: Despite the convenience, the rush toward cashless fare systems has created barriers for lower-income riders seeking to use transit. Results from foc.....»»
Sexual minority young people in Canada more likely to experience harmful police contact, finds study
While there has been much public scrutiny and research on police interactions and violence towards sexual minorities in the United States, there is a gap in the current literature on how sexual minorities fare with law enforcement contact in Canada......»»
Check out this great 1997 thriller before it leaves Prime Video next week
This 1997 thriller starring Samuel L. Jackson was named the best movie of the year by Roger Ebert. Find out what it is and why you should watch it on Prime......»»
Electric utilities push back on proposal to remove Eklutna River hydropower dam
The Alaska Native village of Eklutna and Anchorage Assembly leaders are calling for the removal of the Eklutna River hydropower dam that provides cheap power in Southcentral Alaska, as electric utilities propose ways to reduce the dam's environmental.....»»
Ford’s CEO gives us a ride in the crazy electric transit Supervan 4.2
You don't often get the head of the company giving rides in an EV demonstrator. Enlarge / Everyone loves a good van, and Supervan 4.2 is a very good van. (credit: Ford) Ford provided accommodation and flights from Washin.....»»
Another Code: Recollection review: this remake leaves a lasting memory
Another Code: Recollection brings two Nintendo cult classics to Switch in one welcome package......»»
The keys to plant aging are hidden in the leaves
Scientists have known about a particular organelle in plant cells for over a century. However, UC Riverside scientists have only now discovered that organelle's key role in aging......»»
When Will Apple Release macOS Sonoma 14.3? [u]
Apple’s confirmed a new macOS Sonoma 14.3 update which has left some Mac users wondering when the company will push the software live. macOS Sonoma 14.3 is the next big upgrade for macOS Sonoma. While it won’t be as big as macOS Sonoma 14.....»»
Researchers visualize energetic ion flow in fusion devices
In a burning plasma, maintaining confinement of fusion-produced energetic ions is essential to producing energy. These fusion plasmas host a wide array of electromagnetic waves that can push energetic ions out of the plasma......»»
Apple"s App Store anti-steering rules are gone, but the replacement isn"t much better
Third-party app developers now have a method to push users to external purchase options, but with enough caveats that the in-app option may be preferable.Apple App Store iconApple's case against Epic has finally concluded since the Supreme Court refu.....»»
Ghana is behind the curve on climate change laws: Expert suggests way to get corporations on board
Ghana has introduced some climate change policies and general environmental regulations but has yet to pass a Climate Change Act. This leaves the country without effective legal and regulatory instruments for addressing climate change. Climate change.....»»
Scientists say Uranus smells like farts and rotting eggs
Space smells bad. According to a post shared by Space.com, astronauts have reported that space leaves a funky smell on their space suits. Further, the … The post Scientists say Uranus smells like farts and rotting eggs appeared first on BGR......»»
405 Freeway shooting in Sherman Oaks leaves driver critically wounded
405 Freeway shooting in Sherman Oaks leaves driver critically wounded.....»»
From black hole entropy to the complexity of plant leaves: An intriguing linkage
Complexity of biological forms has fascinated humankind over the years. Different species of plants have different leaf shapes. Have you ever wondered why it is so? Why does this shape diversity exist? Plants can change their leaf shapes over time an.....»»
Even the oldest eukaryote fossils show dazzling diversity and complexity
The sun has just set on a quiet mudflat in Australia's Northern Territory; it'll set again in another 19 hours. A young moon looms large over the desolate landscape. No animals scurry in the waning light. No leaves rustle in the breeze. No lichens en.....»»
BMW is converting century-old German plant to only make electric cars
BMW AG is spending $712 million to retool its parent factory in Munich into the automaker's first site that will only make fully electric vehicles, part of a push to challenge leaders Tesla. and BYD......»»
10 Common iOS 17 Problems & How to Fix Them
As we push away from the latest iOS 17 release iPhone users are complaining about a variety of about bugs and performance issues. The current list of iOS 17 problems includes abnormal battery drain, Wi-Fi issues, UI lag, crashes, and installation is.....»»
NASA expected to push back moon missions
NASA is holding a briefing Tuesday in which it is widely expected to push back the timeline for the Artemis missions to return astronauts to the moon, amid delays to the delivery of key components by contractors......»»
Apple"s generative AI push includes Xcode tools, auto-summarizing features in apps
Apple's efforts to catch up with competitors in the field of generative AI will include tools for creating apps in Xcode, as well as other additions to its productivity app suite.The rapid growth and massive impact of ChatGPT and the work of tech riv.....»»
Technical headaches put the brakes on GM’s big EV push
GM sold a record number of EVs in 2023, but only thanks to the Bolt EV and Bolt EUV. Enlarge / A GM Ultium battery pack like that found in the Lyriq. (credit: Santa Fabio for General Motors) General Motors ended 2023 as.....»»
Researchers improve seed nitrogen content by reducing plant chlorophyll levels
Chlorophyll plays a pivotal role in photosynthesis, which is why plants have evolved to have high chlorophyll levels in their leaves. However, making this pigment is expensive because plants invest a significant portion of the available nitrogen in b.....»»