What are auroras, and why do they come in different shapes and colors? Two experts explain
Over millennia, humans have observed and been inspired by beautiful displays of light bands dancing across dark night skies. Today, we call these lights the aurora: the aurora borealis in the northern hemisphere, and the aurora australis in the south.....»»
Biodiversity in crabs: More than counting species
Biodiversity is often equated with species numbers. A team led by LMU zoologist Professor Carolin Haug has shown that matters are a good deal more complicated than that. The researchers compared the shield shapes of "true" crabs (Brachyura) and "fals.....»»
Beyond milkweed: Creating a migratory oasis for monarchs
With the summer season ramping up, experts with Texas A&M AgriLife said now is the ideal time to create an oasis for monarch butterflies that will funnel through Texas during their annual fall migration to Mexico......»»
EmTech Digital 2024: A thoughtful look at AI’s pros and cons with minimal hype
At MIT conference, experts explore AI's potential for "human flourishing" and the need for regulation. Enlarge / Nathan Benaich of Air Street Capital delivers the opening presentation on the state of AI at EmTech Digital 2024 on.....»»
Eyes in the sky: How China"s advanced Earth observation system shapes global progress
China's Earth Observation (EO) System has seen significant progress, evolving into a sophisticated network of satellites supporting various global applications. This system, vital for sustainable development, promises further advancements with new te.....»»
Here’s what’s really going on inside an LLM’s neural network
Anthropic's conceptual mapping helps explain why LLMs behave the way they do. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) With most computer programs—even complex ones—you can meticulously trace through the code a.....»»
Calls for regulatory action to strengthen biodiversity disclosures
An international team of experts calls for a regulatory approach to ensure the effectiveness of business disclosures in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF), a landmark agreement ratified by Parties to the Convention on Biologic.....»»
Chamber pots, shared toilets and DIY plumbing: China"s toilet revolution exposes social inequalities
Urbanization in China tends to be depicted in terms of towering skyscrapers and multilane highways—the city reaching upwards and outwards. Not much thought is given to the vast, but less eye-catching, urban infrastructure that shapes and is shaped.....»»
How do birds communicate? Network science models are opening up new possibilities for experts
Nature lovers will know the scene well. A flurry of birdsong, a shake of a tree and out pops a flock of birds flying away in unison together......»»
Apple Music"s best 100 albums list is done, and it"s controversial
Apple Music has revealed its entire list of what its staff, music experts, and stars, say are the top 100 albums of all time — and like all best album lists, it's controversial."The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" is the best album ever made — says.....»»
Potential iPhone 16 Colors Leak Again
A trusted analyst has released his predictions for Apple’s iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro colors. Ming-Chi Kuo today outlined the colors he believes Apple will use for the upcoming iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. A.....»»
Rigid approach to teaching phonics is "joyless" and is failing children in England, experts warn
Experts have released robust research to show that phonics should be taught hand-in-hand with reading and writing to encourage true literacy and a love of reading, not through narrow synthetic phonics......»»
All of the iPhone 16 colors just leaked. Here’s what’s coming
Many details about the iPhone 16 series have leaked already. But what about the colors Apple is working on? A new leak provides a thorough overview......»»
Actin research shows how butterfly wings get their vibrant colors
The secret of how butterfly wings get their vibrant colors has been revealed in a new study. Using cutting-edge super resolution microscopy, researchers from the University of Sheffield and the Central Laser Facility have been able to investigate the.....»»
Kuo: iPhone 16 Pro replacing blue with rose titanium color
TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has laid out his predictions for the color options for the iPhone 16 lineup, coming in the fall of 2024.iPhone 16 Pro could come in a rose titanium colorIn a post to X, Ming-Chi Kuo has predicted the colors Apple wi.....»»
The Google Pixel 9 color options and wallpapers may have just leaked
A new Pixel 9 leak reveals there are going to be three handsets plus a foldable, in these colors......»»
GTA 6: release date window, trailer, gameplay, and more
GTA 6 finally got its first trailer in December 2023. Here's what we know about the next Grand Theft Auto right now based on leaks and rumors from experts......»»
How your aurora photographs are helping NASA study solar storms
The most dramatic solar storm in decades wasn't only notable for the gorgeous colors seen in the sky -- it's also a way for scientists to learn about the sun......»»
Research reveals key genetic factors in snap bean pod traits
Snap beans, the vegetable form of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris), are cultivated for their tender, immature pods. They boast a diverse array of pod shapes and sizes. Pod morphology, including shape, thickness, length, and color, plays a crucial.....»»
Experts say coral reef bleaching near record level globally because of "crazy" ocean heat
Ocean temperatures that have gone "crazy haywire" hot, especially in the Atlantic, are close to making the current global coral bleaching event the worst in history. It's so bad that scientists are hoping for a few hurricanes to cool things off......»»
Researchers uncover how jelly sea creatures might shape modern robotics
Scientists at the University of Oregon have discovered that colonies of gelatinous sea animals swim through the ocean in giant corkscrew shapes using coordinated jet propulsion, an unusual kind of locomotion that could inspire new designs for efficie.....»»