Why recycling plastic is not a quick fix
Considering the climate crisis and worldwide plastic pollution, many people believe that recycling materials, in particular plastic, is the solution to our problems. Recycling can reduce resource use, prevent waste and reduce CO2 emissions. It is an.....»»
If you aren’t already using the Apple Sports app, you need to
Chances are you have an app on your phone for following sports scores. If that app isn't Apple Sports, this is your chance to fix that......»»
Cisco issues emergency fix for VPN tool, users told to update now
Actively-exploited bugs have no workarounds, Cisco warns......»»
Google’s fix for the fake AI photo problem it created still isn’t good enough
When I first saw the photos of Donald Trump working in a McDonald’s a few days ago, the first thing I thought of was generative … The post Google’s fix for the fake AI photo problem it created still isn’t good enough appeared.....»»
The Galaxy Ring 2 could fix the biggest problem with the device
Samsung filed a patent that hints at an adjustable smart ring. Imagine being able to purchase the Galaxy Ring without the need for a sizing kit......»»
Scientists make Wile E. Coyote observation, confirming theory of how solar flares are created
An international collaboration that includes an Oregon State University astrophysicist has identified a phenomenon, likened to the quick-footed movements of an iconic cartoon predator, that proves a 19-year-old theory regarding how solar flares are c.....»»
Compost produced from organic solid waste could replace 21% of industrial fertilizers in urban agriculture
The organic solid waste that citizens deposit in brown recycling bins could currently produce the amount of compost needed to satisfy 8% of the nutrients demanded by urban and peri-urban agriculture, reducing environmental impacts such as soil eutrop.....»»
Meet the millionaires next door who grew their wealth without a superstar job or get-rich-quick tricks
Meet the millionaires next door who grew their wealth without a superstar job or get-rich-quick tricks.....»»
Quick! Dell’s laptop sale gets you $400 off a Dell Inspiron 16
Dell has a huge sale on with up to $400 to be saved on the Dell Inspiron 16 as well as discounts on other options. Here are the highlights......»»
Apple quietly releases second visionOS 2.1 RC to developers
The visionOS 2.1 release candidate has been updated just one day after its release with a fix for Apple Music.Apple releases visionOS 2.1 RC 2Apple Intelligence is set to launch with iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 on or around October.....»»
iPhone 16 Pro restart bug is fixed in iOS 18.1
The upcoming update to iOS 18.1 will fix a random crashing issue for owners of the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.iPhone 16 ProFollowing the release of the iPhone 16, owners of the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max took to the Apple Support Co.....»»
Biodegradable microplastics study helps quantify their climate change and ecotoxicity impacts
Over 20 million tons of plastic are estimated to end up in the environment every year, with much of it breaking down into microplastics that are harmful to the health of humans and wildlife. Biodegradable and bio-based plastics made from organic mate.....»»
Hands-on with the 2024 iPad mini: Spot the differences
A quick look at what’s new in Apple’s tiny tablet. The iPad mini is a niche product, that much is clear. But for those who want an extra-small tablet, the launch of the sixth-.....»»
Digital accessibility: Where companies are going wrong and how to fix it
Digital accessibility: Where companies are going wrong and how to fix it.....»»
Mercedes-Benz opens its own recycling facility for EV batteries
Making new EV batteries from old EV batteries is a no-brainer. Today, Mercedes-Benz opened its first battery-recycling plant in Germany. The new plant will use an "integrated mech.....»»
Dolphins Are Exhaling Microplastics
New research highlights how extensive plastic pollution is—and how nonhuman species, including dolphins, are exposed......»»
Top 5 stories of the week: Stellantis walks back work-from-home push; GM eyes virtual vehicle development
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest......»»
Instagram now lets you quickly add a song to your Spotify library
Instagram and Spotify on Thursday announced an update to both apps that will bring new integration to make their users’ lives a bit easier. Instagram users will now have a quick and easy way to add songs they like to their Spotify library with just.....»»
Visible light energy yields two-for-one deal when added to carbon dioxide recycling process
By combining visible light and electrochemistry, researchers have enhanced the conversion of carbon dioxide into valuable products and stumbled upon a surprising discovery. The team found that visible light significantly improved an important chemica.....»»
Mangrove microbes show potential for breaking down plastics
A way to select a suite of mangrove bacteria that can transform plastic has been developed that potentially offers a new strategy in the global toolkit of plastic waste cleanup. Researchers have assessed the impact of polyethylene terephthalate (PET).....»»
Wildlife, climate and plastic: how three summits aim to repair a growing rift with nature
By the end of 2024, nearly 200 nations will have met at three conferences to address three problems: biodiversity loss, climate change and plastic pollution......»»