With Virus Origins Still Obscure, WHO and Critics Look To Next Steps
The joint international and Chinese mission organized by the World Health Organization on the origins of Covid released its report last week suggesting that for almost every topic it covered, more study was needed. What kind of study and who will do.....»»
Apple launches new webpage with tutorials for developers learning to code with Swift
As WWDC 2024 approaches, Apple this week launched a new webpage with tutorials for developers learning the first steps on how to develop using Xcode, Swift, and Swift UI. Named “Develop in Swift Tutorials,” the webpage is now live with guides sho.....»»
Marine protected areas safeguard more than ecology—they bring economic benefits to fisheries and tourism
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have been used as a conservation measure for decades, but critics continue to argue that evidence of their economic benefits is weak, particularly with regard to fisheries......»»
Sleeping supermassive black holes awakened briefly by shredded stars
A new investigation into an obscure class of galaxies known as Compact Symmetric Objects, or CSOs, has revealed that these objects are not entirely what they seem. CSOs are active galaxies that host supermassive black holes at their cores. Out of the.....»»
Florida braces for lawsuits over law banning kids from social media
Florida law banning kids from social media is unconstitutional, critics say. Enlarge (credit: Lisa5201 | E+) On Monday, Florida became the first state to ban kids under 14 from social media without parental permission. I.....»»
New York City owl Flaco was exposed to pigeon virus and rat poison before death, tests show
New York City's celebrity owl Flaco was suffering from a severe pigeon-borne illness and high levels of rat poison when he crashed into a building and died last month, officials at the Bronx Zoo said Monday......»»
9 Things to Do Before Installing macOS Sonoma 14.4.1
While you might be tempted to install Apple’s new macOS Sonoma 14.4.1 update right away, there are some steps you should take before moving your Mac to the software. macOS Sonoma 14.4.1 update is available to download if you own a Mac that’s comp.....»»
9 Things to Do Before Installing macOS Ventura 13.6.6
You might be tempted to install Apple’s new macOS Ventura 13.6.6 update right away, there are some steps you should take before moving your Mac from your current version of macOS to the company’s latest firmware. macOS Ventura 13.6.6 is a.....»»
Why is this obscure 2022 Mel Gibson thriller so popular on Netflix right now?
A n obscure 2022 Mel Gibson thriller is massively popular on Netflix right now. Here's why people are watching it and why you should, too......»»
Bird flu is causing thousands of seal deaths. Scientists aren"t sure how to slow it down
Avian influenza is killing tens of thousands of seals and sea lions in different corners of the world, disrupting ecosystems and flummoxing scientists who don't see a clear way to slow the devastating virus......»»
Shakespeare"s sister: Digital archives reveal hidden insights into world-famous playwright"s unknown sibling
By analyzing digital copies of an incredibly rare and obscure 17th-century Italian religious text, a University of Bristol academic has revealed that a long-lost document previously thought to have been written by William Shakespeare's father belongs.....»»
10 Things to Do Before Installing iOS 16.7.7
Installing Apple’s iOS 16.7.7 update might be tempting, but there are some steps you should take before moving your iPhone from your phone’s current version of iOS to iOS 16.7.7. Apple’s released a new version of iOS 16 for iPhone models t.....»»
How to get Meowmere in Stardew Valley
The Meowmere is a secret weapon in Stardew Valley that is a direct reference to Terraria. It's very well-hidden, so follow our steps to get your hands on it......»»
10 Things to Do Before Installing iOS 17.4.1
Installing Apple’s new iOS 17.4.1 update might be tempting, but there are some steps you should take before moving your iPhone from iOS 16 to iOS 17 or your iPhone’s current version of iOS 17 to iOS 17.4.1. iOS 17.4.1 is a small point upgrade.....»»
Across oceans and millennia: Decoding the origin and history of the bottle gourd
In a fascinating dive into the past, a team of researchers from the Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI) and USDA has uncovered intriguing details about the origins and spread of the bottle gourd, one of the oldest domesticated crops......»»
How to Fix macOS Sonoma Battery Life Drain
If you recently moved your Mac to the latest version of macOS Sonoma, and your Mac’s battery seems to be draining faster than it should be, there are some steps you should take before contacting with Apple customer service. Restart Your Mac If.....»»
Entirely accurate 3D-printed Mac Plus built in these 29 painstaking steps
What could have been a dozen separate videos is instead one 48-minute marvel. Enlarge (credit: Kevin Noki) Have you ever worked on a hobby project where modifying and compiling the source code for a Linux-based emulator.....»»
Nanoparticles target multiple COVID variants through the twist in the spike protein
Teardrop-shaped particles designed to inactivate multiple strains of the SARS-CoV-2 virus could one day complement existing treatments for COVID-19, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Michigan and Jiangnan University in.....»»
Researchers use an edible blue-green algae to protect honey bees against viruses
Scientists at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) have developed an edible antiviral treatment that can be used to protect honey bees against deformed wing virus (DWV) and other viruses, according.....»»
How to copy and paste on Windows, Mac, and Chromebook
Here's how to copy and paste in just a few quick steps, whether you have a Windows or macOS machine, prefer using a keyboard, or would rather just use a mouse......»»
YouTube tells creators to start labeling ‘realistic’ AI content
YouTube is taking steps to try to help viewers better understand if what they’re watching has been created, whether completely or in part, by generative AI......»»