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Why the UK has only had one named storm so far this winter—an expert explains

Storm Otto, which was named by the Danish Meteorological Institute, hit Scotland and north-east England last Friday (February 17 2023) with wind gusts of over 80mph, disrupting power to 61,000 homes......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagFeb 24th, 2023

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......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 17th, 2024

Solar storm detected in deep sea observatories

The powerful solar storm driving the aurora borealis over global skies last weekend was also triggering the movement of compasses deep in the ocean, as revealed in new scientific findings shared today by Ocean Networks Canada (ONC), a University of V.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Looking for love: How we can fool ourselves when we are into someone

Can we truly assess whether someone finds us attractive? Cognitive psychologist Iliana Samara conducted her Ph.D. project on romantic attraction and discovered that men, in particular, tend to overestimate the interest of their date. She explains why.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Marvel’s Midnight Suns creative director explains why the game flopped

Marvel’s Midnight Suns creative director Jake Solomon believes that the strategy game's card-based gameplay was a major factor in its underperformance......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Tailoring responsible AI: Defining ethical guidelines for industry-specific use

In this Help Net Security interview, Chris Peake, CISO & SVP at Smartsheet, explains how responsible AI should be defined by each organization to guide their AI development and usage. Peake emphasizes that implementing responsible AI requires balanci.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Apple explains why it hasn’t released a touchscreen Mac (yet?)

The first iPad Pro reviews are here, and as we rounded up earlier today, they focus a lot on the new OLED displays, the M4 chip, and the limitations of iPadOS as a platform. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Apple marketing executive Tom.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Lake Tahoe expected to be full for first time since 2019, thanks to winter storms

Lake Tahoe is expected to fill for the first time since 2019, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

NOAA says “extreme” solar storm will persist through the weekend

So far disruptions from the geomagnetic storm appear to be manageable. Enlarge / Pink lights appear in the sky above College Station, Texas. (credit: ZoeAnn Bailey) After a night of stunning auroras across much of the Un.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Second night of auroras seen "extreme" solar storm

Auroras lit up skies across swaths of the planet for the second night in a row on Saturday, after already dazzling Earthlings from the United States to Tasmania to the Bahamas the day before......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 12th, 2024

The Northern Lights Could Be Visible Across the US Thanks to a Rare Solar Storm

Three bursts of charged particles ejected from the sun have merged into a wave that could lead to brilliant auroras being visible from Moscow to Oklahoma City......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

Solar storm puts on brilliant light show across the globe, but no serious problems reported

A powerful solar storm put on an amazing skyward light show across the globe overnight but has caused what appeared to be only minor disruptions to the electric power grid, communications and satellite positioning systems......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

NOAA says ‘extreme’ Solar storm will persist through the weekend

So far disruptions from the geomagnetic storm appear to be manageable. Enlarge / Pink lights appear in the sky above College Station, Texas. (credit: ZoeAnn Bailey) After a night of stunning auroras across much of the Un.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

At least 21 police injured, 16 arrested in violent protests at Tesla"s plant in Germany

A video showed dozens of people wearing blue caps and face-covering masks coming from a nearby wooded area and attempting to storm the company's premises with policemen trying to prevent them......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

Bloomberg: Apple finalizing deal with OpenAI to bring ChatGPT features to iOS 18

Apple is finalizing an agreement with OpenAI to bring some of its technology to the iPhone this year, according to a new report from Bloomberg. With this deal, the report explains that Apple will be able to offer “a popular chatbot” powered by Ch.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

Protesters attempt to storm Tesla German plant, clash with police

A video showed dozens of people wearing blue caps and face-covering masks coming from a nearby wooded area and attempting to storm the company's premises with policemen trying to prevent them......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

Strong solar storm could disrupt communications and produce northern lights in US

An unusually strong solar storm headed toward Earth could produce northern lights in the U.S. this weekend and potentially disrupt power and communications......»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

Faster to use, but missing many features, the new Sonos app is a work in progress

Sonos' biggest app redesign in years is being met with a storm of criticism. Here's what the company got right, and where it went astray......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

Zscaler swats claims of a significant breach

On Wednesday, a threat actor named “InteIBroker” put up for sale “access to one of the largest cyber security companies” and immediately ignited speculation about which company it might be. InteIBroker claims to have access to.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsMay 9th, 2024

Most Watched Netflix Movies in Ireland

In autumn, the leaves and temperature levels alter, we switch from shorts to winter coats, and the cooling system is stored in the closet. Something that remains constant? There are always new... The post Most Watched Netflix Movies in Ireland appear.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsMay 9th, 2024

Galaxy S22 One UI 6.1 Update Still On Pause

Samsung’s One UI 6.1 update continues to move out to Galaxy smartphones and tablets, just not ones named Galaxy S22. Earlier this month we learned Samsung may have paused the roll out due to unforeseen bugs and performance issues impacting the.....»»

Category: mobileSource:  gottabemobileRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024