• Thu, November 28, 2024

by: Tim Hastings

How the World Can Cope Better With Extreme Rainfall and Flooding

Climate change likely drove the intense rainfall behind the floods, which was caused by a weather phenomenon called an isolated high-level depression, also known as a "cold drop" or "cut-off low." This is where an area of low pressure gets detached from the jet stream and remains static for a long period,

by: Tim Hastings

How dead cattle could offer clues to 'longest-running murder mystery in the history of the world'

Slain cattle stripped of certain organs with surgical precision and found in pastures with no trace of blood or evidence have stumped ranchers and law enforcement in quiet farming communities

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Best Black Friday dehumidifier deals: Save big on keeping your home drier

With Black Friday just around the corner, we've spotted some great deals on dehumidifiers. As the winter months creep in we heat our homes and keep doors and windows shut to stay warm. This temperature change, combined with increased condensation from the breath, showers and baths can cause dark and moldy patches.

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Digital technology for Materials Science and Processes Modelling

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Smart agriculture technology for monitoring plants

This unobtrusive, leaf-mounted sensor saves time and improves productivity by remotely monitoring the health of plants in real-time.

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Lightning in a seed bottle

A conveyor belt of seeds passes idly beneath a metal cylinder, when suddenly - ZAP - tiny purple bolts of lightning rain down on the unsuspecting seeds. It certainly looks exciting, but why are we zapping seeds with lightning?

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How science-fiction classics like 'Star Wars' and 'Dune' shape modern technology

The novel discusses the idea of "terraforming," without using the specific term. Specifically, the desert-dwellers referred to as "Fremen" have a long-term ecological plan to turn their planet into a more habitable, water-rich place.

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Here are the remaining Trump Cabinet picks, other major roles to be filled

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Footprints Suggest Different Human Relatives Lived Alongside One Another

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Wema Bank concludes Hackaholics 5.0, increases total prize pool from N75 million to N145 million

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Black Americans reimagine longevity through religion

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Cellphone outage in Denmark causes widespread disruption and hits emergency services

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China rings vast Taklamakan Desert in Xinjiang with green belt to aid environment, economy

  • Fri, November 29, 2024

by: Tim Hastings

Save $400 on one of the best Windows laptops we've seen this year

Save $400 on one of our favorite laptops of the year with the 13-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 7. Fitted with some of the latest hardware, this AI PC is packed with a top Snapdragon processor as well as a lengthy battery life if you're hoping to work on the move often.

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The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is the best way to upgrade your TV this Black Friday

This top-rated streaming device will bring new skills to your TV. Grab the Fire TV Stick 4K Max before the sales end

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Black Friday 2024 camera deals live: Plus, savings on telescopes, binoculars and stargazing accessories

Save $501 on this cheapest-ever Black Friday Sony A7 III deal. It's a fantastic camera for astrophotography thanks to its 24.2MP resolution, and even though it shows its age in 2024, it was years ahead of its time when it was released in 2018.

by: Tim Hastings

AirPods Pro 2, a Roomba, and 48 more gadgets that are at their lowest prices ever for Black Friday

You've never been able to find this gear for a lower price before—but these deals won't last long.

by: Tim Hastings

This year's best Black Friday deals from Best Buy: Nintendo Switch, Apple, TVs, and more

Staff Writer, Commerce Brandt Ranj is an experienced writer for PopSci, covering topics such as science, technology, news, and gadget reviews. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday.

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Scientists created the world's first engine powered by quantum entanglement instead of gas or oil

Researchers have finally created a quantum engine that runs off entanglement and it could revolutionize quantum mechanics.

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2024 Global Ocean Development Forum Held, Contributing Chinese Wisdom to Global Ocean Sustainability

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Inside the 'swat team' -- how insects react to virtual reality gaming

Humans get a real buzz from the virtual world of gaming and augmented reality but now scientists have trialled the use of these new-age technologies on small animals, to test the reactions of tiny hoverflies and even crabs.

by: Tim Hastings

DOST-Metals Ind. R&D Center holds training courses on MTSC's 2nd year

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This "Antiquated" Star Trek Tech Could Actually Be The Future Of Space Travel

Les Johnson, a leading expert on solar sails for NASA, breaks down the science, and the science fiction of solar sails in Star Trek, and other sci-fi.

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'I'm a tech writer and this is my favourite Amazon Black Friday deal'

Sennheiser does have its own application that can be installed on smartphones which allows you to customise the EQ to your sound preference but also the type of music you listen to. It's a great experience all around and well worth spending £179.99, down from £279.99 in the Amazon Black Friday sale.

by: Tim Hastings

CA BOCES names Olean honor rolls for 1st quarter

Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES named its Career and Technical Education High Honor and Honor rolls for the first quarter of the 2024-25 academic year from CTE Center in Olean.

by: Tim Hastings

Garmin's best-value serious fitness watch is at its cheapest price this Black Friday

We think the Garmin Forerunner 955 is one of the best-value fitness watches you can buy and this excellent Black Friday deal on Amazon will save you $100

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Artificial intelligence in professional cycling: what is the state of play?

Club when Cyclingnews asked professional teams for their feedback on what seemingly every industry sees as a game-changing technology. Professional cycling, swarming with data points for every possible metric,

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Samsung offers Black Friday TV shoppers top tips to avoid 'buyers regret'

With Black Friday finally here, Samsung has issued some words of warning to ensure you get the best deal when shopping for a new smart TV

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IIT Bombay-HSBC India Green Hydrogen Programme Shortlists 6 Projects From Top Institutes For Incubation

The IIT Bombay and HSBC India Green Hydrogen programme is aimed at accelerating the development and deployment of green hydrogen technologies.

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The best mini projector I've ever tested is at its lowest price ever for Black Friday

Looking for an incredible Black Friday deal on home theater equipment? The Dangbei Atom, which topped the list in our guide to the best mini projectors, is currently $649. That's a $250 discount, which brings the Atom down to its lowest price ever.

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China's floating PV system offers high stability, can withstand waves up to 13-ft

Developed by researchers at a Chinese university, the floating PV system for offshore waters can withstand waves up to 13-ft.

by: Tim Hastings

University Of Ghana Ranked First In Ghana And West Africa And Fifth In Sub-Saharan Africa

The University of Ghana (UG) has been ranked number one in Ghana and West Africa and fifth in Sub-Saharan Africa by the 2024 Times Higher Education.

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Meet 'Blackbird': A flying taxi that spins and moves in any direction thanks to new propulsion system

CycloTech's all-electric flying vehicle is capable of controlled descents even in stormy weather with motors similar to those used for tug boats.

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Professor of Rock Engineering

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Sci-tech Popularization Law to Be Revised

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Young International Scientists Say Tech Cooperation Creates Strong Bond

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DOST 2024 NSTW highlights opportunities in green economy in CDO

LOCALS of Cagayan de Oro City and its nearby municipalities and provinces are in for an exciting week as the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) brings its latest innovations at the 2024 National Science,

by: Tim Hastings

American University in Dubai launches Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence

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Defence and Sustainability: Pioneering a Green IT Revolution

Guest blog by Andrew Grigg, Head of Sustainability Consulting and Dr Kevin Macnish, Head of Ethics and Sustainability Consulting at Sopra Steria #DefTechWeek

by: Tim Hastings

Skip Canada! 10 Places To Study Abroad

Indian students are looking at destinations that offer quality education coupled with unique cultural and career experiences, often at more affordable costs, says Gaurav Batra, CEO, Infinite Group.

by: Tim Hastings

Pollution in Delhi-NCR among topics to be examined by parliamentary panel

Amid continuing concerns over air quality in the national capital, pollution in the country with special thrust on Delhi-NCR is one of the topics shortlisted by the department related to Parliamentary Standing Committee on Science and Technology,

by: Tim Hastings

Lunar research station a cradle for international space talents

HANGZHOU -- The International Lunar Research Station, initiated by China and involving multiple countries, is not only a hub for engineers and a laboratory for scientists, but also a cradle for international deep space talents, said a representative of a regional center for space science and technology education affiliated to the UN.

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Roku rivals the Amazon Fire TV Stick with a cheaper way to stream television

If you want a discounted streaming stick or smart TV you might be wise to look further than a Fire TV Stick this Black Friday

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327 students graduate from University of Fiji

A total of 327 students celebrated the rewards of their hard work as they graduated this morning from The University of Fiji's Saweni Campus in Lautok

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China makes breakthrough in xenotransplantation with gene-edited pig kidney surviving 184 days in macaque

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UFO sighting over Capitol Hill? Viral UFO lights snap sparks debate after Congress hearings on potential alien spacecraft

A photo taken by Dennis Diggins of alleged UFO lights over Capitol Hill has sparked online debates. Experts attribute the lights to lens flares, not e

by: Tim Hastings

Promise and Contradictions Emerge From Celebration of Cuba's Latin American School of Medicine

The Latin American School of Medicine (ELAM for its Spanish language initials) is a masterpiece of Cuba's remarkable healthcare system. A conference of

by: Tim Hastings

Smart Centers Index Ranks Astana Second in Eastern Europe & Central Asia

ASTANA - Astana is ranked second in Eastern Europe and Central Asia in the 10th edition of the Smart Centers Index (SCI 10), published by independent experts Z/Yen.

China rings vast Taklamakan Desert in Xinjiang with green belt to aid environment, economy

Just completed multi-decade project in Xinjiang region is intended to help prevent desertification and boost local economies.
The article from the South China Morning Post discusses China's ambitious project to surround the Taklamakan Desert, the country's largest desert, with a massive green belt. This initiative, part of a broader effort to combat desertification, involves planting trees and shrubs to create a barrier that will help prevent sandstorms, reduce soil erosion, and improve the local climate. The project not only aims at ecological restoration but also at economic benefits by potentially turning the desert's edge into arable land. The Great Wall of Trees, as it's sometimes called, stretches over thousands of kilometers and is part of China's long-term strategy to manage its environmental challenges, including the expansion of deserts due to climate change and human activities. This green belt is expected to play a crucial role in stabilizing the environment, supporting local communities, and contributing to global efforts in carbon sequestration.

Read the Full scmp.com Article at https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3288549/great-wall-taklamakan-china-surrounds-its-largest-desert-giant-green-belt

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