Threat of abrupt mortality events keeps endangered monkey population at risk, despite decades of growth
Despite the population being almost four times larger than it was in 1982, a new study published in the journal Ecology suggests the northern muriqui monkeys remain at risk, especially in the face of ongoing habitat disturbances......»»
20-year study in Congo"s largest protected park confirms that rangers are effective in preserving endangered bonobos
Scientists now know how many bonobos live in one of the largest pristine tropical forests, a place believed to be the world's stronghold for the endangered species......»»
Topographic amplification: Mountain shape determines risk of landslides in earthquakes
In mountainous areas, earthquakes can sometimes be amplified by the shape of the landscape. Research by the University of Twente shows that further from the epicenter, the shape of the terrain's topography increases the risk of landslides. Closer to.....»»
Shade improves cattle welfare and growth, research shows
The heftiest and happiest cattle this summer will be those kept in the shade, according to new research out of Murdoch University......»»
Cool water from the deep could protect pockets of the Great Barrier Reef into the 2080s
For coral reefs, climate change is an existential threat. Australia's Great Barrier Reef has endured seven mass bleaching events over the past 25 years. Five have occurred in the past eight years......»»
Two new wolf packs confirmed in California amid population boom
Wolves are continuing to make a California comeback......»»
AWS offers incident response service
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched a new service to help organizations prepare for and recover from ransomware attacks, account takeovers, data breaches, and other security events: AWS Security Incident Response (SIR). Creating a case (Source: AW.....»»
Veracode unveils innovations for secure software development
Veracode announced innovations to help developers build secure-by-design software, and security teams reduce risk across their code-to-cloud ecosystem. The latest enhancements in Veracode Fix and Veracode Risk Manager, formerly known as Longbow Secur.....»»
British iPhone users sent alerts of ‘severe high temperatures’ of 39F
A mistake saw British iPhone users yesterday receive a range of severe weather alerts, one of them citing “severe high temperatures” of 39F (4C). Some of the alerts warned of a “significant threat to life” … more….....»»
Instagram and TikTok used to recruit money mules; risk prison and bank account ban
A law enforcement agency has said that both Instagram and TikTok are increasingly being used to recruit money mules, who are either knowingly or unknowingly helping criminal gangs to launder money. Those caught face prison sentences of up to 14 ye.....»»
Bluesky’s rampant growth has once again proven that competition is a good thing
In recent past, Bluesky has been growing substantially. It quickly ballooned to over 20 million users, and at a point, the service was adding over a million users a day. Between the ban on X in Brazil earlier this year, as well as the results of the.....»»
5 reasons to double down on network security
Cybersecurity programs have evolved significantly over the past few decades. The advent of cloud computing shattered the conventional corporate perimeter, forcing organizations to update their defense strategies. Today, with the rise of work-from-any.....»»
How AI is transforming human risk management
While human error has always posed a cybersecurity risk, AI and emerging tech are playing an evolving role in Human Risk Management – uncovering new needs, challenges, and pain points. In this Help Net Security video, Bret Fund, SVP and General Man.....»»
Mining must become more responsible and sustainable: Where hi-tech solutions fit in
If you visit a commercial mining operation anywhere in the world today, some sights and sounds—workers descending in elevators to underground shafts, the roar of truck engines—will be much the same as they have been for decades......»»
Philippine Eagle hatchling dies in conservation setback
A Philippine Eagle chick hatched via artificial insemination has died, an avian conservation foundation has announced, in a fresh setback for one of the world's largest and most critically endangered raptors......»»
Gaza"s cultural heritage has been devastated by the conflict with Israel—this is how we"re documenting the damage
Situated at the junction between Africa and Asia, Gaza is a critical archaeological landscape. But the region's heritage is currently facing an unprecedented risk of loss......»»
How our public spaces can be safer and more welcoming for children
A Georgia mother was recently arrested for reckless endangerment after her 10-year-old son was seen walking outside alone. The warrant for her arrest claimed she "willingly and knowingly" endangered her son's safety......»»
Deep clear-water lake analysis shows shallow water areas crucial for nutrient balance in lakes
Even deep clear water lakes, which are considered particularly valuable ecosystems, can show signs of eutrophication and algae growth—often for no apparent reason......»»
2026 World Cup sites pose heat stress risk for soccer players, study warns
Soccer players competing in the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup may be at risk of severe heat stress and dehydration, according to a study published in Scientific Reports. Ten of the 16 sites set to host the upcoming World Cup in North America could put co.....»»
"Unprecedented" climate extremes are everywhere—baselines for what"s normal will need to change
Extreme temperature and rainfall events are increasing around the world, including Australia. What makes them extreme is their rarity and severity compared to the typical climate......»»
How the World Can Cope Better With Extreme Rainfall and Flooding
Climate change, misdiagnosed vulnerability, and ignorance of risk amplify extreme rainfall disasters......»»