Your Zoom background might influence the first impression you make
In a new study, participants tended to judge faces appearing against backgrounds featuring houseplants or bookcases as more trustworthy and competent than faces with a living space or a novelty image behind them. Gender and facial expression also app.....»»
Molecular secrets behind "zigzag" hair patterns uncovered, offering an avenue for anti-aging solutions
RIKEN researchers have discovered how biological rhythms influence hair growth in mice. This finding could pave the way for novel anti-aging treatments in humans......»»
Zeekr losses grow as Beijing seeks greater influence, U.S. IPO prospectus says
The upstart owned by Geely aims to raise more than $1 billion, Reuters has reported, but is unlikely to breach the billion-dollar mark, according to a source......»»
Not the government, but powerful corporations determine climate policy in Brazil
Bribing a politician to gain influence or making sure friends end up in powerful positions: Brazilian energy companies use these power strategies daily. This has a negative effect on Brazil's climate policy, Ph.D. candidate Anaide Ferraço discovered.....»»
Searching for the supernova neutrino background to the universe
It's a sobering statement that stars like the sun, more accurately all stars will die eventually—yes, even the sun. Don't panic, though, we still have a good few billion years to go so you will get to the end of this article. The more massive stars.....»»
One of the best Bluetooth headsets for work is 56% off today
The Plantronics Voyager 5200 UC Bluetooth headset, which can cancel background noise, is on sale from Amazon's Woot for an affordable $87 after a $112 discount......»»
Macs can now detect water in USB-C ports and spot warranty fraud
To cut down on warranty claims, Apple has added a background feature with macOS Sonoma that runs liquid detection analysis on every USB-C port on a Mac.USB-C ports (plus left, MagSafe, and right, a headphone jack) on a 14-inch MacBook ProBack in 2010.....»»
Many divorcees end up with nothing or only debt after divorce, says new study
Contrary to the impression given by divorces covered in the media, most do not entail couples sharing vast amounts of wealth and spending huge sums on legal proceedings......»»
Where You Live Is As Important As What You Eat
Air quality, heat, and food in your neighborhood have a big influence on your health. Future urban design needs to take this into account......»»
Teeny jumping spider found in woman’s ear after days of torturous racket
The spider was nesting on her eardrum—and there's video. Enlarge / The side view of the spider (on the left) in the ear canal with the exoskeleton in the background. (credit: The New England Journal of Medicine ©2023.).....»»
Organizational ghosts: Admired former leaders who continue to have outsized influence
Jeff Bednar is a ghost hunter. And while the BYU business professor doesn't have night vision cameras or ultra-sensitive recording equipment, he's found a bunch of them—including several here at BYU......»»
Where to find Aunt May’s grave in Spider-Man 2
Aunt May and Uncle Ben's influence on Peter will never fade in Spider-Man 2. Here's how to find their graves so you can pay your respects to these characters......»»
Nanocarriers study shows antibodies against polyethylene glycol in 83% of the German population
It has long been known that people can form defenses and thus antibodies against viruses. But antibodies can also develop against polyethylene glycol (PEG), a substance used in cosmetics, food and medicine. These influence the effectiveness of drugs......»»
El Niño"s changing patterns: Human influence on natural variability
Two recent scientific studies led by Dr. Paul Wilcox from the Department of Geology at the University of Innsbruck provide new insights into Earth's climate dynamics, with a particular focus on the El Niño phenomenon. The results show how El Niño r.....»»
How to change the Amazon Fire TV Ambient Experience background
Amazon has a some wonderful options for backgrounds in its new Fire TV Ambient Experience. Here's how to experience them all......»»
Study shows beavers had a big influence on how people in the Stone Age lived
For thousands of years, beavers had a big influence on the Dutch ecosystem and the people that lived there. This is the conclusion of research by archaeologist Nathalie Brusgaard. The rodents were used for food, clothing and tools, and created a land.....»»
Is FreeCast the Future of Streaming Services?
FreeCast offers a singular platform where you can access all your favorite shows and movies online. The service works on nearly every modern device and is a cable replacement for local broadcasts and network feeds. FreeCast – Initial Impression.....»»
Pixel 8 Pro versus Pixel 8 camera comparison: all about that zoom
Google has two new flagship-tier smartphones for 2023 – the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. The obvious difference between the two devices comes down to size and price, but there are also a few differences in their cameras as well. Both the Pixel 8 an.....»»
In the year of AI, is background blur really the best we can do?
2023 has definitively been the year of AI, but with a new generation of hardware promising AI accelerators, what will we actually use them for?.....»»
How to watch Netflix with friends using Teleparty and Zoom
It's easy to watch your favorite Netflix shows with friends, no matter where they are, with tools like Teleparty and Zoom. Here's how to set it up......»»
What phytoplankton physiology has to do with global climate
Phytoplankton, tiny photosynthetic organisms in the ocean, play a crucial role in the global carbon cycle and influence Earth's climate. A new study reveals how variations in the physiology of phytoplankton, particularly regarding nutrient uptake, ca.....»»