WhatsApp says it won’t show ads in chats, but the same can’t be said for the rest of the app
Since Meta acquired WhatsApp, the app has become completely free. Despite offering some paid features, WhatsApp doesn’t require a purchase or subscription, nor does it offer paid features. It also has no ads – and although the company says it has.....»»
These Photos Supposedly Show the Switch 2’s Design
Nintendo hasn't commented so far on this latest leak, which joins dozens of earlier rumors about the Switch successor. The post These Photos Supposedly Show the Switch 2’s Design appeared first on Phandroid. Another week, another Swi.....»»
Projections show future droughts could be longer than expected
The average longest periods of drought could be ten days longer by the end of the century than previously predicted by climate models, according to research published in Nature. The findings suggest that the hazards droughts pose to societies and eco.....»»
How to use a keyboard and mouse on PS5
Bring the comfort and precision of your keyboard and mouse to the PS5 by connecting them to the console. We'll show you how easy it is to set it up yourself......»»
Hidden Patterns Show Nobel Prize Science Trends
Time lags between discoveries and awards show how the Nobel Prizes reward science.....»»
Meta bans Russian media outlet RT, citing ‘foreign interference activity’
Meta announced Monday that it has banned RT and other Russian state media outlets from its platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and WhatsApp, among others, citing ‘foreign interference activity’ in the US presidential election......»»
WhatsApp Status updates is becoming more like Instagram
It seems that WhatsApp is planning to allow contacts tagging in Status updates, making it similar to Instagram Stories. The post WhatsApp Status updates is becoming more like Instagram appeared first on Phandroid. Due to Meta owning WhatsA.....»»
In French Polynesia, boom in whale-based tourism sparks concern
A giant whale stole the show at the Summer Olympic Games, shooting out of the water as athletes competed in women's surfing semi-finals on the French Pacific island of Tahiti last month......»»
Pollen affects cloud formation and precipitation patterns, researchers find
Ground-based and satellite observations in the United States show that increased pollen concentrations in spring lead to more cloud ice and more precipitation—even at temperatures between minus 15 and minus 25 degrees Celsius......»»
New method improves understanding of light-wave propagation in anisotropic materials
Understanding how light travels through various materials is essential for many fields, from medical imaging to manufacturing. However, due to their structure, materials often show directional differences in how they scatter light, known as anisotrop.....»»
Portugal battles ferocious wildfires as toll rises to seven
Thousands of firefighters on Tuesday battled wildfires in Portugal that have killed seven people and burnt more land in a matter of days than the rest of the summer combined......»»
5 most anticipated horror movies of fall 2024, ranked
From much-anticipated horror sequels to a classic vampire thriller, these five horror movies are the best reasons to be excited about the rest of the year......»»
Scientists show how pregnancy changes the brain in innumerable ways
Neuroscientist Liz Chrastil got the unique chance to see how her brain changed while she was pregnant and share what she learned in a new study that offers the first detailed map of a woman's brain throughout gestation......»»
Optogenetic control reveals collective cell behavior
New research led by the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) has studied the migratory movement of groups of cells using light control. The results show that there is no leader cell that directs the collective movement, as previously thou.....»»
Pinpointing the key size for rapid tropical cyclone intensification
Accurately predicting how rapidly tropical cyclones (TCs) will intensify is a significant challenge due to the complex processes involved. Limited observations show that smaller TCs tend to intensify faster, suggesting a simple linear relationship be.....»»
How to delete or hide chats in Microsoft Teams
Getting rid of your Microsoft Teams messaging is a great way to keep your user dashboard looking fresh. Here’s how to delete and hide your Teams talks......»»
5 most anticipated drama movies of fall 2024, ranked
Conclave and A Complete Unknown are some of the most anticipated dramas of fall 2024. Check out the rest of our rankings......»»
Edible insects show promise as sustainable nutritional source
As the global population grows and traditional livestock production increasingly strains environmental resources, there is a rising interest in alternative protein sources. Edible insects, particularly grasshoppers, are abundant in regions like Camer.....»»
A cartoon butt clenching a bar of soap has invaded my online ads
How can online advertising be this bad? Enlarge / The state of New York says that this guy is the "assman," not me. Show him the butt ads! (credit: Seinfeld) According to my research, everyone has a butt. But that doesn'.....»»
Here’s what the Samsung Galaxy S25 will Look Like
The renders show a rather familiar-looking design. The post Here’s what the Samsung Galaxy S25 will Look Like appeared first on Phandroid. Following several leaked renders of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, it looks like a new set of i.....»»
CEO of “health care terrorists” faces contempt charges after Senate no-show
Senators are pursuing both civil and criminal contempt charges. Enlarge / The name placard for Dr. Ralph de la Torre, founder and chief executive officer of Steward Health Care System, in front of an empty seat during a Senate He.....»»