When polar bears hunt snow geese, hunger justifies the means
Polar bears (Ursus maritimus) take advantage of the winter to build up their fat reserves. Intensive hunting of seals, a resource rich in fat, allows bears to store up enough energy to get through the summer......»»
Ars Live: Join us TODAY for a lively discussion on time travel in the movies
Bill and Ted co-creator Ed Solomon joins physicists Sean Carroll and Jim Kakalios Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson/Getty Images) Since antiquity, humans have envisioned various means of time travel into the future or the p.....»»
Phage display technology effectively improves specific targeting ability of anti-microbial peptides against S. aureus
Antibiotics are widely used in clinical treatment and animal production as an effective means to combat microbial infections. Antimicrobial peptides, as potential alternatives to antibiotics, have shown promising applications. However, owing to their.....»»
iOS 18 Beta Problems: 5 Things You Need to Know
Apple’s iOS 18 beta is causing problems for iPhone users. Some issues are very minor while others are far more problematic. The iOS 18 beta is live for developers and that means we’re getting feedback from those who have moved their iPhones t.....»»
Best Dell laptop deals: Cheap laptops starting at $500
If you're on the hunt for Dell laptop deals, we've rounded up the best ones here. Get the Dell XPS 13 for much cheaper than usual, along with other models......»»
iOS 17.5.2 Update Reportedly in the Works
Apple’s reportedly working on a new iOS 17.5.2 update for iPhone which means we’ll see new software drop before iOS 17.6. According to a private and anonymous account on X, an account that has accurately shared early information about App.....»»
Samsung Galaxy Android 14 Update Info (July, 2024)
Samsung’s Galaxy Android 14 update is rolling out which means we’re getting questions from Galaxy smartphone and tablet users. We’ll answer as many as we can in this guide. Our roadmap will help you set proper expectations as Samsun.....»»
Polar warming may be underestimated by climate models, ~50 million year old climate variability suggests
Polar regions are known to be warming at an enhanced rate compared to lower latitudes, with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change citing a ~5 °C increase in air temperature over Arctic land masses during the 20th century and the highest rate.....»»
Alaska’s top-heavy glaciers are approaching an irreversible tipping point
As the plateau of the icefield thins, ice and snow reserves at higher altitudes are lost. Enlarge / Taku Glacier is one of many that begin in the Juneau Icefield. (credit: Mauricio Handler / Getty Images) The melting of.....»»
Researchers discover swath of previously undocumented polar bear dens
Dr. Doug Clark (Ph.D.) has crawled into many polar bear dens as a graduate student and in a former job as a park warden......»»
Study finds early-onset El Niño means warmer winters in East Asia, and vice versa
The phenomenon known as El Niño can cause abnormal and extreme climate around the world due to it dramatically altering the normal flow of the atmosphere. In Japan, historical data has shown that El Niño years tend to lead to warmer winters. This c.....»»
The hunt for the most efficient heat pump in the world
A new generation of engineers has realized they can push heat pumps to the limit. Enlarge (credit: FHM/Getty Images) Outside a 100-year-old house on the edge of the Peak District in northern England, a heat pump’s fan.....»»
What are your favorite new features in iOS 18? [Poll]
We are into the second developer beta of iOS 18, which means all of the new features (at least currently available) have been put through their paces for a few weeks. So we’re curious, what are your favorite new capabilities and features of iOS 18?.....»»
When "Apple Watch battery charge" means assault, not a low power warning
Assault with battery — A Florida woman has been arrested for cutting her boyfriend's ear with an Apple Watch thrown during a fight.You could do someone an injury with an Apple Watch, apparentlyThere's an interesting legal fact that a woman is more.....»»
Samsung Galaxy Android 15 Update Info (July, 2024)
Google’s confirmed the next version of Android which means we’re getting questions about the Samsung Galaxy Android 15 update. We’ll answer as many as we can in this guide. Samsung’s currently focused on Android 14 and One UI 6.x, but that wi.....»»
Hurricane Beryl bears down on Jamaica
Powerful Hurricane Beryl churned toward Jamaica on Wednesday with dangerous winds and sea surge, as residents hunkered down against a storm that has killed seven people and caused destruction in the Caribbean......»»
The Hunt for the Most Efficient Heat Pump in the World
A new generation of engineers has realized they can push heat pumps to the limit, but just how much heat you can extract depends on your setup......»»
When Will Apple Release iOS 17.6?
Apple’s put a new iOS 17.6 update into beta testing which means iPhone owners, particularly those dealing with problems, want to know when it will be released. Here’s what we know. On the heels of WWDC 2024 and iOS 18’s arrival, Ap.....»»
5 Things to Know About the macOS Sonoma 14.6 Update
Apple’s confirmed a new macOS Sonoma 14.6 update for Mac and the software is in testing ahead of its release later this year. macOS Sonoma 14.6 is a milestone release. This means it could bring a mix of features, bug fixes, and security patches to.....»»
3 Reasons to Wait for the Galaxy Tab S10 & 5 Reasons Not To
With the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 series reportedly in development, those of you in the hunt for a new tablet might want to think about waiting for the company’s next flagship tablet. Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Tab S9+, and Galaxy Tab S9 U.....»»
Ars Live: Join us July 9 for a lively discussion on time travel in the movies
Bill and Ted co-creator Ed Solomon joins physicists Sean Carroll and Jim Kakalios Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson/Getty Images) Since antiquity, humans have envisioned various means of time travel into the future or the p.....»»