Vultures prefer roosting near civilization
Human-altered landscapes often bring hardships for wildlife—unless you're a vulture, according to a new study by University of Georgia researchers......»»
Civilization VI: All 42 leaders and cultures
Understanding the leaders in Civ VI is the key to victory. Here's what you need to know about each of them......»»
Scientists improve a photosynthetic enzyme by adding fluorophores
Given the finite nature of fossil fuel reserves and the devastating environmental impacts of relying on fossil fuels, the development of clean energy sources is among the most pressing challenges facing modern industrial civilization. Solar energy is.....»»
How to save money by buying a refurbished iPhone
Since they have such a high price, many consumers prefer a refurbished Apple smartphone to a brand new one......»»
Fans prefer teams that built success over time more than with purchased super
When a franchise buys a superstar like Tom Brady or LeBron James, the team tends to win more games. But do the fans follow? How much team loyalty is purchased along with an expensive star? Maybe not as much as some owners might hope—in the NBA Fina.....»»
Ride the Remote Revolution to Future-proof Your Business
New Lenovo™ study shows how you need to forget the office you once knew 70 percent of global employees surveyed report higher job satisfaction and 56 percent feel more productive at home Employees prefer the flexibility of working remotely, with.....»»
Major "State of the Planet" report out in advance of first Nobel Prize Summit
Human actions are threatening the resilience and stability of Earth's biosphere—the wafer-thin veil around Earth where life thrives. This has profound implications for the development of civilization, say an international group of researchers in a.....»»
How to turn off camera shutter sound on your Android phone
The shutter click on your Android smartphone camera is usually not a problem, but if you prefer silence as you shoot, we show you how to turn off the sound......»»
How to copy and paste
Whether you have a Windows or MacOS machine, prefer using a keyboard, or would rather just use a mouse, this is how to copy and paste in just a few quick steps......»»
Wing tags severely impair flight in African Cape Vultures
Conservationists who apply wing tags for identifying Cape Vultures—a species of African vulture that is vulnerable to extinction—are putting the birds' lives further at risk, a new movement ecology study has shown. Researchers from the Max Planck.....»»
Want some Ryzen in your Surface? Rumor has it Microsoft does, too
If you prefer a Surface with a heavier multicore punch, we've got hopeful news. Enlarge / Microsoft's x86_64 Surface Laptop (right) looks to be in for an AMD-flavored refresh, alongside the usual Intel varieties. (credit: Microsoft) According.....»»
Civilization VI: Rise & Fall guide to Dark and Golden Ages
Civilization VI: Rise and Fall added new ages: Dark and Golden Ages. We cover some basic strategies and explain how they work in our Rise and Fall ages guide......»»
Littlest shop of horrors: Hungry green algae prefer to eat bacteria alive
New research suggests that the ability of green algae to eat bacteria is likely much more widespread than previously thought, a finding that could be crucial to environmental and climate science. The work, led by scientists at the American Museum of.....»»
A-maze-ing pheasants have two ways of navigating
Pheasants fall into two groups in terms of how they find their way around—and the different types prefer slightly different habitats, new research shows......»»
Is odor the secret to bats" sex appeal?
When falling in love, humans often pay attention to looks. Many non-human animals also choose a sexual partner based on appearance. Male birds may sport flashy feathers to attract females, lionesses prefer lions with thicker manes and colorful male g.....»»
Wolves prefer to feed on the wild side
When there is a choice, wolves in Mongolia prefer to feed on wild animals rather than grazing livestock. This is the discovery by a research team from the University of Göttingen and the Senckenberg Museum Görlitz. Previous studies had shown that t.....»»
Most Watchable Games for Non-Gamers
Not everyone likes gaming. Picture the scene: you're with a perfect new partner who shares many of your likes and interests, but upon asking if they prefer shooters or RPGs, they respond with, "Oh, I don't really play games, though I enjoy Candy Crus.....»»
Study finds no gender discrimination when leaders use confident language
People tend to listen to big talkers, whether they are women or men. Still, more women prefer not to use assertive language, according to a new study led by Washington State University economist Shanthi Manian......»»
Inside Rover and MoneyLion’s SPAC-led public debuts
If we are not careful, every entry of this column could consist of SPAC news. If we are not careful, every entry of this column could consist of SPAC news. Special purpose acquisition companies, or blank-check companies, whatever you prefer.....»»
Kenya"s locust hunters on tireless quest to halt ancient pest
As dawn breaks in central Kenya, a helicopter lifts off in a race to find roosting locusts before the sun warms their bodies and sends them on a ravenous flight through farmland......»»
Invasive flies prefer untouched territory when laying eggs
A recent study finds that the invasive spotted wing drosophila (Drosophila suzukii) prefers to lay its eggs in places that no other spotted wing flies have visited. The finding raises questions about how the flies can tell whether a piece of fruit is.....»»