• Wed, December 18, 2024

by: The Economist

Giving children the wrong (or not enough) toys may doom a society

GIVERS OF EDUCATIONAL gifts, rejoice: despite the eye-rolls you may receive on Christmas morning, you are part of a long and valuable tradition. In cultures around the world, toys have been used to teach children what they need to know about the society ...

by: The Pioneer

Education: From Kothari Commission to NEP-2020

The educators and policymakers are called upon to transcend ideological divides and lead India toward inclusive progress and innovation The most comprehensive initiative in education in post-independence India was the report of the National Commission on Education,

by: ucdavis.edu

Carnivorous Squirrels Documented in California

California ground squirrels hunt, kill and eat voles, reveals a study by UC Davis and UW-Eau Claire, sharing the first evidence of widespread carnivorous behavior among squirrels.

by: SciTech Daily

Precision Perfected: How Nuclear Clocks Are Changing Time

Scientists are developing nuclear clocks using thin films of thorium tetrafluoride, which could revolutionize precision timekeeping by being less radioactive and more cost-effective than previous models.

by: National Geographic news

The world's largest space telescope just got an unexpected new role: asteroid hunter

Even small asteroids can do a lot of damage—and new research shows the James Webb Space Telescope is adept at spotting the tiniest of space rocks.

by: Chattanoogan.com

GNTC, Dalton State College, Georgia Highlands College Sign Articulation Agreement

Dalton State College, Georgia Highlands College and Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) have created Northwest Georgia Connect, a new agreement to further educational opportunities for area students.

by: Popular Science

People keep falling for fake 'drones over Jersey' videos

Since late November, residents in New Jersey and at least five other states have reported spotting bright objects flying overhead. The sightings have stirred speculation, amplified by celebrities, commentators, and prominent public officials, that this is nefarious, experimental technology. Or aliens.

by: KTBS

AT&T contributes $25,000 to Southern University in Shreveport

AT&T has contributed $25,000 to the Southern University System Foundation in support of Southern University at Shreveport (SUSLA) to help low-income students pursuing coursework in business, science,

by: CNN-News18

Top Entrance Exams For BTech Admissions In 2025

Explore top engineering entrance exams like JEE Main, BITSAT, VITEEE, and state-level tests for BTech admissions in India.

by: Daily Mail

AI firms should pay for the creative content they rip-off to train their systems in the same way they pay staff wages and electricity bills, Labour ministers told

The Government was last night accused of failing to be an 'honest broker' over its plans to allow AI companies to ignore copyright rules when training their systems.

by: MSN

Saudi Arabia plans commercial pilot programme for lithium extraction from oilfield brine

Saudi Arabia has successfully extracted lithium from brine samples from Aramco's oilfields, according to the vice-minister of mining affairs. The country plans to launch a commercial pilot programme for direct extraction soon.

by: Thailand Business News

Xi visits Macau University of Science and Technology

MACAO -- President Xi Jinping visited the Macau University of Science and Technology Thursday morning. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, was briefed on the ...

by: Princeton University

'AI Snake Oil': A conversation with Princeton AI experts Arvind Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor

Their acclaimed new book offers readers a smart new perspective, with surprising insights on what should excite people most, and what should alarm us.

by: Your Story

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With strong global demand and expanding domestic markets, India's coffee sector is poised for sustained growth, offering diverse and rewarding career pathways.

by: Gizmodo

YouTube Will Help Celebrities Find Videos Using Their Likeness in AI Deepfakes

The video sharing platform is partnering with talent agency CAA to test out new "likeness management technology."

by: SHINE

Leading Macau to greater success of 'one country, two systems'

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by: Gizmodo

Squirrels Caught Hunting and Eating Meat for the First Time

Scientists thought this species stuck to eating grains, but this summer's open season on voles suggests otherwise.

by: Daily Mail

AI firms should pay for the creative content they rip-off to train their systems - in the same way they pay staff wages and electricity bills

The Government was last night accused of failing to be an 'honest broker' over its plans to allow AI companies to ignore copyright rules when training their systems.

by: MSN

Rumors Say Proposed Tunnel Would Allow London-to-NYC Travel in an Hour. Here Are the Facts

The idea for a trans-Atlantic tunnel has been around for more than a century, but no fully-formed plans currently exist.

by: Princeton University

PPPL will lead two CHIPS and Science Act projects

This illuminated sample contains millions of lab-grown diamonds. One of the Microelectronics Science Research Center projects led by PPPL will look at the extreme properties of diamond material and how it can be used to make sensors and electronics that can handle harsh environments.

by: MSN

Groundbreaking AI model unlocks the secret language of plants for the first time

FM, an AI model that decodes the complex 'language' of plant RNA. Trained on a vast dataset from over a thousand plant species, this model helps understand how RNA structures regulate plant functions.

by: MSN

Antineutrino detection gets a boost with novel plastic scintillator

When an antineutrino collides with a proton, a positron and a neutron are produced—a process known as inverse beta decay (IBD). This event causes scintillating materials to light up, making it possible to detect these antineutrinos;

by: MSN

Autonomous robotics, sensors and advanced computing can now help with harvesting plant data

Scientists at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have demonstrated an autonomous robotic field monitoring, sampling and data-gathering system that could accelerate understanding of interactions among plants,
  • Thu, December 19, 2024

by: SciTech Daily

Lasers Unlock the Next Frontier in Particle Acceleration

Using dual lasers and an advanced gas injection system, researchers at th Lab Laser Accelerator Center (BELLA) accelerated a high-quality electron beam to 10 billion electronvolts (10 GeV) over a distance of just 30 centimeters.

by: Business Line

Veranda XL partners with SRM institute for CA coaching

by: jagranjosh.com

IAF Agniveer Vayu Intake Recruitment 2025: Registration Starts For 01/2026 From January 7, Check Eligibility

The Indian Air Force has invited online applications for the recruitment of Agniveervayu posts. Check notification pdf, application process and other details here.

by: AZOM

Say Goodbye to Disk Drives: Flinders Team Makes a Dent on Data Storage Limits

A new material for high density data storage can be erased and recycled in a more efficient and sustainable way, providing a potential alternative to hard disk drives, solid-state drives and flash memory in future.

by: BellaNaija

AOT Lagos 6.0: Experts Lead Africa's Path to a Digital Future with Artificial Intelligence

Lagos conference organized by the Eko Innovation Centre and powered by the Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology, held recently at the prestigious Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island,

by: Chemistry World

AI aids discovery of solar cell materials with near-record efficiency

A hole-transporting layer for perovskite solar cells with near-record efficiency has been developed using a machine learning algorithm. The work explored a vast region of chemical space much faster than would otherwise have been possible, and could potentially help expose the physical principles that underlie the effectiveness of such materials.

by: Physics World

New day dawns for quantum computing in the UK

NQCC's new centre will bring companies and academics together to accelerate progress towards delivering quantum computing at scale

by: India Today

10 big science breakthroughs from India in 2024

India witnessed remarkable scientific progress in 2024, with breakthroughs in quantum technologies, AI in healthcare, advanced batteries, cancer research, space exploration, and sustainable energy.

by: The Hindu

What is an AI agent? The computer science of the next wave of AI tools

Major technology companies, including OpenAI, Microsoft, Google and Salesforce, have recently released or announced plans to develop and release AI agents.

by: manilatimes

DoST launches FOI hub, empowers stakeholders with S&T information

THE Department of Science and Technology - Science and Technology Information Institute (DOST-STII) launches its Freedom of Information (FOI) Hub with a commitment to make relevant science and technology information accessible to the public.

by: CNN-News18

IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2025: Registration To Begin From January 7; Eligibility & Other Details

Candidates born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2008 (both dates inclusive) are eligible to apply. In case, a candidate clears all the stages of the Selection Procedure, then the upper age limit as on the date of enrolment should be 21 years.

by: esi-africa.com

Project to explore revenue possibilities for solar mini-grids in SSA

by: Scientific American

Scientists Discover Earth Life inside an Asteroid Sample

"If you're misinterpreting a contaminant as part of the sample, then that becomes dangerous—you start contaminating science with incorrect hypotheses ... Lingam of the Florida Institute of Technology, who was not affiliated with the new ...

by: Scientific American

Behold! 2024's Most Stunning Space Photos

See the year's most striking images from the Hubble and James Webb space telescopes, NASA's Mars rover and the best sky watching on offer

by: Daily Express

Bargain Garmin Forerunner 255 deal will help burn those calories after Christmas

The Forerunner 255 is a fitness smartwatch that features HRV status, up to 14 days of battery life, daily suggested workouts, and much more. It has a Morning report summarises your sleep, HRV status and daily workout suggestion in one place as soon as you wake up.

by: Daily Express

Sky finally offers very cheap TV but another new rival lets you stream everything for free

There's even RU Flow technology which reduces image judder during fast-moving scenes. Price start from £309 for the 43-inch model and rise to £499 for the 65-inch version. Toshiba 43 Inch - £309.00 (Currently £259) SEE THE DEAL HERE Toshiba 50 Inch - ...

by: MSN

Overcoming glioblastoma resistance to chemotherapy

In spite of intensive research, glioblastoma remains one of the most lethal types of brain cancer. Temozolomide (TMZ) is used as the front-line medicine in its treatment.

by: MSN

How Is Corning's Stock Performance Compared to Technology Stocks?

Corning Incorporated (GLW), headquartered in New York, is a global materials science leader specializing in innovative glass, ceramics, and advanced technologies. With a market cap of $39.8 billion, Corning serves diverse industries,

by: MSN

Chinese GPU designers received key technologies from British company Imagination Technology: Report

Chinese owners could use technologies developed by Imagination Technologies for China's military, according to UK-China Transparency.

by: MSN

Bharatiya Antariksh Station: India's ISS? When Will It Be Launched? Govt Shares Update

The Indian government announced on Wednesday that the country will have its own space station by 2035, which will be called Bharatiya Antariksh Station. The Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology,

by: MSN

New software unlocks secrets of cell signaling, showing realistic simulations

Researchers at University of California San Diego have developed and tested a new software package, called Spatial Modeling Algorithms for Reactions and Transport (SMART), that can realistically simulate cell-signaling networks—the complex systems of molecular interactions that allow cells to respond to diverse cues from their environment.

by: MSN

Guntur, Krishna and West Godavari districts identified as high-risk flood zones in State

VISAKHAPATNAM: Guntur, Krishna and West Godavari districts in Andhra Pradesh have been identified as high-risk flood-prone areas, according to a recent report titled 'District-level Climate Risk Assessment for India: Mapping Flood and Drought Risks Using the IPCC Framework.

by: MSN

NASA's asteroid warning: Will the 84-foot giant get too close for comfort?

XS3 will pass Earth on December 19, 2024, at a safe distance of 2,080,000 miles. While there is no risk of collision, the flyby offers valuable insights into the nature of asteroids and the importance of monitoring near-Earth objects (NEOs).

by: MSN

Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) shows that the future of our learners is in jeopardy

Picture a future in South Africa where children lack basic maths and science skills. These are the building blocks of modern economies—essential for careers in technology, engineering, healthcare, and innovation.

by: MSN

S. Korea to invest 1 tln won in boosting global competitiveness of homegrown OTT platforms

South Korea will invest 1 trillion won (US$689.5 million) to help strengthen the competitiveness of homegrown over-the-top (OTT) platforms amid intensifying competition in the global market, the science ministry said Thursday.

Giving children the wrong (or not enough) toys may doom a society

GIVERS OF EDUCATIONAL gifts, rejoice: despite the eye-rolls you may receive on Christmas morning, you are part of a long and valuable tradition. In cultures around the world, toys have been used to teach children what they need to know about the society ...
The article from The Economist, published on December 18, 2024, discusses a study suggesting that the type and quantity of toys given to children can significantly impact societal development. The research indicates that providing children with either too few or inappropriate toys can hinder their cognitive and social development, potentially leading to long-term negative consequences for society. The study highlights that toys play a crucial role in fostering creativity, problem-solving skills, and social interaction. It argues that an imbalance in toy provision—either through scarcity or by giving toys that do not challenge or engage children appropriately—can result in a generation less equipped to handle complex societal challenges. The article calls for a balanced approach in toy distribution, emphasizing quality over quantity, and the importance of toys that encourage educational and developmental growth.

Read the Full The Economist Article at:
https://www.economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/12/18/giving-children-the-wrong-or-not-enough-toys-may-doom-a-society