WWF urges end to deadlock on new Antarctic reserves
Members of a multinational group on Antarctic conservation must end a years-long deadlock and agree on new marine reserves in the region as sea-ice shrinks to record lows, the WWF urged Wednesday......»»
Antarctic alarm bells: Observations reveal deep ocean currents are slowing earlier than predicted
Antarctica sets the stage for the world's greatest waterfall. The action takes place beneath the surface of the ocean. Here, trillions of tons of cold, dense, oxygen-rich water cascade off the continental shelf and sink to great depths. This Antarcti.....»»
Dangerous slowing of Antarctic ocean circulation sooner than expected
Climate change-driven shifts in the circulation of waters to the deepest reaches of the ocean around Antarctica, which could reverberate across the planet and intensify global warming, are happening decades "ahead of schedule", according to new resea.....»»
Among AI dangers, deepfakes worry Microsoft president most
Brad Smith urges steps to curtail deepfakes "with an intent to deceive or defraud." Enlarge / An AI-generated image of a "wall of fake images." (credit: Stable Diffusion) On Thursday, Microsoft President Brad Smith annou.....»»
Why Antarctic ice shelves are losing their mass and how it leads to global sea level rise
The Greenland ice sheet (GIS) and Antarctic ice sheet (AIS) contribute largely to global mean sea level (GMSL) changes, though the seas surrounding the Antarctic like the Bellinghausen-Amundsen Seas and the Indian Ocean sector are seeing significantl.....»»
We’re effectively alone in the Universe, and that’s OK
Solitude is not a curse—it urges us to explore the mysteries of our galaxy and beyond. Enlarge (credit: Suchart Kuathan/Getty Images) Silence. Complete, unnerving silence. Despite decades of searches for any form of li.....»»
OpenAI proposed license to regulate AI, Baidu urges self content moderation
As AI capabilities continue to advance, potentially disrupting most aspects of human life, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman proposed a licensing system requiring AI platforms to comply......»»
Opinion: "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" urges us to defend real animals
As "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 "lights up the box office, its glow is reaching animals who are rarely seen: those in laboratories. Through the powerful stories of the central character Rocket Raccoon, alongside Floor the rabbit, Teefs the walrus.....»»
Scientists call for chemical pollution monitoring in Antarctica to support global chemical policy
A horizon-scan of chemical pollution research needs in Antarctica has called for Antarctic Treaty consultative parties to extend their national chemical monitoring programs to their Antarctic research stations and Territories......»»
Record low Antarctic sea ice is another alarming sign the ocean"s role as climate regulator is changing, says researcher
A changing climate is upon us, with more frequent land and marine heatwaves, forest fires, atmospheric rivers and floods. For some, it is the backdrop to day-to-day life, but for a growing number of people it is a life-changing reality......»»
Similar but different: Antarctic and Arctic sea ice and their responses to climate change
Researchers have used data from previous publications aiming to answer the question of why the Arctic sea ice is responding much more quickly and obviously to climate change than the Antarctic sea ice, which has stayed relatively stable according to.....»»
Cash-strapped Lordstown may tap the brakes on Endurance production
Lordstown Motors on Thursday reported a steep fall in its cash reserves and warned it might have to stop making its Endurance electric pickup truck in the near future unless it finds a partner. The cash-strapped EV maker had earlier this week said.....»»
NYPD urges citizens to buy AirTags to fight surge in car thefts
"Help us help you." Enlarge / NYC Mayor Eric Adams holding an AirTag. (credit: NYC Mayor's Office/YouTube) The New York Police Department (NYPD) and New York City's self-proclaimed computer geek of a mayor are urging r.....»»
Colombia urges evacuation near volcano
Authorities in Colombia on Saturday recommended that towns closest to a rumbling, notorious volcano be evacuated, ahead of a a possible eruption......»»
Fighting light pollution: The West Texas effort preserves one of the largest dark sky reserves
To sit under the vast expanse of stars is to imagine swimming across shining, stellar rivers, creeks and tributaries. But to sit here also is to feel that lump in your throat and skip in your heart, realizing everything you know is far smaller than t.....»»
The genome of the smallest baleen whale provides insight into evolution and tumor resistance
The pygmy right whale (Caperea marginata) is the smallest of all baleen whales although it can grow to six meters in length and weigh up to three tons. The species occurs circumpolar in the Antarctic waters of the Southern Hemisphere, and only a hand.....»»
"Devastating" melt of Greenland, Antarctic ice sheets found
The Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets are now losing more than three times as much ice a year as they were 30 years ago, according to a new comprehensive international study......»»
Indonesia woos VW to offset China"s dominance in nickel riches
Indonesia is urging Volkswagen AG to invest in its electric vehicle industry as the country seeks to counterbalance Chinese companies' dominance over its nickel reserves......»»
WhatsApp and other messaging apps oppose "surveillance".
Joint letter urges the UK government to rethink the Online Safety Bill......»»
WhatsApp and other encrypted messaging apps unite against law plan
Joint letter urges the UK government to reconsider the wording of the Online Safety Bill......»»
Less ice means fewer calling seals, finds study
When the sea ice vanishes, Antarctic seals become silent. This is the main conclusion of a new article just published by Dr. Ilse van Opzeeland's research group in the journal Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment. The biologist is currently worki.....»»