What does lightning actually do to a tree?
The huge storms many Australians have experienced recently have damaged or toppled old trees which had withstood the vagaries of our weather for the past century or more......»»
Lightning identified as the leading cause of wildfires in boreal forests, threatening carbon storage
Lightning is the dominant cause of wildfire ignition in boreal forests—areas of global importance for carbon storage—and will increase in frequency with climate change, according to new research......»»
Webb and Hubble work together to image the Christmas Tree Galaxy Cluster
A beautiful new image of a cluster of thousands of galaxies combines data from both the Hubble Space Telescope and the James Webb Space Telescope......»»
Forests with multiple tree species are 70% more effective as carbon sinks than monoculture forests, study finds
To slow the effects of climate change, conserve biodiversity, and meet the sustainable development goals, replanting trees is vital. Restored forests store carbon within the forest's soil, shrubs, and trees. Mixed forests are especially effective at.....»»
AirPods drop to record low $69 with Black Friday deal you can buy today
A Black Friday price war has erupted on AirPods with record low prices hitting Apple's in-ear headphones. Get nearly half off while supplies last.Save $60 and grab the best price ever on Apple AirPods with Lightning Charging Case at Amazon today. The.....»»
The best skills to unlock in RoboCop: Rogue City
It's time for an upgrade. RoboCop: Rogue City gives Murphy a massive skill tree, but no parameters on how to invest your points. These are the best skills......»»
AirPods discounted up to 50% in India with eligible iPhone 14 purchase
India Apple Store shoppers can get up to 50% off AirPods with eligible iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Plus purchase thanks to a Diwali celebration discount.AirPods 3 discountedApple India is offering INR 9950 off a set of AirPods 3 with Lightning or MagSafe.....»»
The F-150 Lightning excels at everything but one crucial truck task
The Ford F-150 Lightning is an excellent electric truck, and it's incredibly powerful. But there are a few things it's not great at -- like towing......»»
CarPlay with the USB-C iPhone 15
Apple changed the charging port from Lightning to USB-C with the iPhone 15. A USB-C charging cable comes in the box, but upgraders may need to purchase a separate cable to continue using CarPlay. more….....»»
Large herbivores such as elephants, bison and moose shown to contribute to tree diversity
Using global satellite data, a research team has mapped the tree cover of the world's protected areas. The study shows that regions with abundant large herbivores in many settings have a more variable tree cover, which is expected to benefit biodiver.....»»
Apple’s Mac accessories still only available with Lightning chargers
While many of us were hoping for Apple to unveil new versions of its Mac accessories with USB-C ports, that’s not the case. Following today’s “Scary fast” event, Apple still only sells the Magic Mouse, Magic Trackpad, and Magic Keyboard with.....»»
Restoring Cuyamaca"s tree canopy is years away: Some birds may never return
It is a 2.6-mile hike up Lookout Road to reach Cuyamaca Peak from Paso Picacho Campground......»»
Scientists identify gene that triggers dramatically increased root growth
Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientists identified a gene "hotspot" in the poplar tree that triggers dramatically increased root growth. The discovery supports the development of better bioenergy crops and other plants that can thrive in difficult c.....»»
"Time bomb": Tree-killing bugs threaten France"s lush forests
Last year, ferocious wildfires destroyed thousands of hectares of one of France's most picturesque forests......»»
Can AI nip tree disease in the bud?
Global trade, tourism and other forms of human movement are accelerating the spread of tree and plant pathogens between continents. Dutch elm disease, first seen in Europe in 1910, was detected in Canada just four decades later. Since then, it has de.....»»
Washington trapped a big number of these invasive, tree-eating moths in 2023
The Washington State Department of Agriculture has trapped 103 invasive spongy moths this year, one of the highest counts in recent decades......»»
New study on the importance of tree leaves for carbon dioxide storage
In a large-scale study with almost 400 partners, researchers worldwide have collected data on tree species, to which scientists from Bayreuth have contributed their knowledge about the Kilimanjaro region. The study, which has now been published in th.....»»
Kola nut: From nanofertilizer to protecting metals from corrosion—research finds new uses for the valuable plant
The kola nut tree is grown for its seed. The tree is indigenous to west Africa, where it is widely cultivated. It's now also found in Asia, South America and the Caribbean......»»
RIP to my 8-port Unifi switch after years and years of Texas outdoor temps
Turns out that only lightning could kill my otherwise-unkillable US-8-150W. Enlarge / My original US-8-150W shortly before being replaced. Don't judge my zip-tie mounting job—it held for eight years! (credit: Lee Hutchinson).....»»
Study elucidates evolution of mosquitoes and their hosts
Researchers at North Carolina State University and global collaborators have mapped the mosquito's tree of life, a major step toward understanding important traits, such as how the insects choose their hosts, feed on blood and spread disease. The fin.....»»
Yeast speeds discovery of medicinal compounds in plants
Cornell researchers have harnessed the power of baker's yeast to create a cost-effective and highly efficient approach for unraveling how plants synthesize medicinal compounds, and used the new method to identify key enzymes in a kratom tree......»»