Woodrat microbiomes: It"s who you are that matters most
Every mammal hosts a hidden community of other organisms—the microbiome. Their intestines teem with complex microbial populations that are critical for nutrition, fighting disease and degrading harmful toxins. Throughout their lives, mammals are ex.....»»
Why Early Prostate Cancer Screening Matters for Black Men
According to the American Cancer Society, Black men are about 70 percent more likely than white men to develop prostate cancer in their lifetime and twice as likely to die from the disease......»»
The UK and Ireland"s climate was tropical 26 million years ago—here"s why that matters now
Millions of years ago, the climate was much warmer and wetter than today. But exactly how much warmer and wetter?.....»»
Every choice matters in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
reminds me a little bit of Dungeons & Dragons. You can play the protagonist any way you want, but the choices you make have consequences — not just for the ending but throughout the campaign. Warhorse Studios’ next installment of the seri.....»»
Researchers propose mechanistic framework to explain complex microbe-host symbioses
Virtually all multicellular organisms on Earth live in symbiotic associations with very large and complex microbial communities known as microbiomes. New research has just been published aimed at offering a complete understanding how those relationsh.....»»
The ozone hole above Antarctica will keep opening up each spring for decades to come: Why that still matters
At this time of year, as the sun rises over Antarctica, a "hole" opens up in Earth's ozone layer......»»
New features aren’t driving iPhone sales, here’s what is
Ahead of the iPhone 16 event next week, CIRP is out with a new report to answer the question, “what compels new iPhone purchases?” Interestingly, only 18% of respondents said new features were a reason to buy a new iPhone, here’s what matters m.....»»
Going down: A drop in rankings matters more than a rise for organizations, study finds
People love rankings—but do they really mean all that much? Sometimes they do, depending on several factors, according to Wyatt Lee, assistant professor in the Nolan School of Hotel Administration, in the SC Johnson College of Business......»»
Wild and human-cared spotted dolphins harbor different gastrointestinal microbiomes, researchers find
A recent study published in Water Biology and Security highlighted the significant role of food source variations in shaping the gut microbiome of spotted dolphins, even when they inhabit similar environments......»»
Texas judge decides Texas is a perfectly good venue for X to sue Media Matters
Judge says Musk critic "targeted" advertisers in Texas, denies motion to dismiss. Enlarge / Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks at Tesla's "Cyber Rodeo" on April 7, 2022, in Austin, Texas. (credit: Getty Images | AFP/Suzanne Cordeiro).....»»
Missouri AG’s legal war against Media Matters shot down by federal judge
Judge: Missouri AG's actions chill speech about extremist content on Musk's X. Enlarge / Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey arrives to testify at House Homeland Security Committee hearing on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. (c.....»»
The underrated impact of humidity in predicting heat-related deaths
Governments, medical institutions and other bodies require accurate models on health-related matters in order to better organize their activities......»»
Sewage secrets: Economic factors shaping our microbiome exposed
Understanding the global distribution and drivers of the human microbiome is crucial for public health and environmental management. Previous studies have focused mainly on regional gut microbiomes, leaving a gap in our understanding of how socioecon.....»»
Why your relationship with your manager matters more than the one with your colleagues
New research shows that the relationship with the manager can be even more important than the relationship with colleagues in terms of job satisfaction and engagement. But why is this the case?.....»»
Bluesound Node Nano review: an affordable, audiophile-grade mini music streamer
Bluesound's Node Nano is its most affordable hi-res music streamer, and yet it doesn't skimp on what matters most: great sound......»»
Texas judge who bought Tesla stock won’t recuse himself from X v. Media Matters
Judge dismisses Tesla/X link, accuses Media Matters of seeking "backdoor recusal." Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | SimpleImages) A federal judge who bought more than $15,000 worth of Tesla stock has rejected a motion tha.....»»
Dungeons & Dragons Is Shedding ‘Race’ in Gaming. Here’s Why It Matters
The nerd culture powerhouse is rebranding its elves, dwarfs and orcs, previously referred to as races, and moving towards use of the term species.....»»
This Is How a Healthy Coral Reef Sounds—And Why It Matters
Coral reef soundscapes could help researchers assess their overall health......»»
No judge with Tesla stock should handle Elon Musk cases, watchdog argues
Elon Musk does not control X or Tesla, X argued in lawsuit over ad boycott. Enlarge (credit: Bloomberg / Contributor | Bloomberg) Elon Musk's fight against Media Matters for America (MMFA)—a watchdog organization that.....»»
TCL QM89 review: 115 inches of incredible television
Size matters, and the sheer hulk of this 115-inch TCL QM89 will have repercussions across the entire TCL lineup — never mind what it'll do to your living room......»»
Exploring bird breeding behavior and microbiomes in the radioactive Chornobyl Exclusion Zone
New research finds surprising differences in the diets and gut microbiomes of songbirds living in the radiation-contaminated areas of the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, Ukraine. This study is also the first to examine the breeding behavior and early life.....»»