A newly discovered dolphin species from 22 million years ago shows evidence of early echolocation, akin to modern dolphins’ hearing abilities. A team of researchers led by SNSB paleontologist Gertrud Rößner has discovered a new prehistoric dolphin species. The dolphin lived appro … | Continue reading
Activists rallied around a shared feeling of exclusion from the formal COP process, and concerns that the solutions that come out of it are harming their communities. | Continue reading
The Independent Commission for the Location of Victims’ Remains, it was just announced, have called off the search for Robert Nairac’s body. Captain Nairac was a 29-year-old Grenadier Guards officer who was working undercover, more or less off his own initiative, in Northern Irel … | Continue reading
In the mid-nineteen-sixties, my father faced a dilemma. At the time, he was an executive with the Butterick Company in Manhattan, which specialized in sewing patterns. He had worked for Butterick for many years, but the company was in the process of being sold to a giant conglome … | Continue reading
More than 120 years after the end of the Victorian era, we might assume that we retain a more or less accurate cultural memory of the Victorians themselves: of their social mores, their aesthetic sensibilities, their ambitions great and small, their many and varied hang-ups. Some … | Continue reading
At the U.N. climate summit, agricultural emissions are being sidelined — again. | Continue reading
My grief would overwhelm me if I were not in God's grace. — Joan of Arc, February 24, 1431 | Continue reading
"Decades of active management by local, state and federal agencies have paid off." Wildlife officials thrilled to declare vibrant bird removed from endangered species list: 'Making an incredible comeback' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
My social media posts have been boring on the visuals. Not anymore! I now auto-generate a nice typographic preview. Scroll down to see an example. This is what shared links to my website looked like before: I love my origami crane mascot but three copies is a little excessive! [… … | Continue reading
Climate action is crucial to Tajikistan’s future, but also offers the country an opportunity to rejuvenate its economy. A mountainous country with diverse topography, Tajikistan is especially vulnerable to climate change, prone to earthquakes, floods, drought, avalanches, landsli … | Continue reading
The incident highlights a broader issue of how environmental policies can fall short when they lack proper oversight and follow-through. Officials blast contractors after uncovering apparent conduct with city waste management: 'It is necessary to ... improve the behavior' first a … | Continue reading
Today's links Canada's ground-breaking, hamstrung repair and interop laws: It's time for the "radical extremists" to have their day. Hey look at this: Delights to delectate. This day in history: 2004, 2014, 2019, 2023 Upcoming appearances: Where to find me. Recent appearances: Wh … | Continue reading
The Westbrook Residence by Alterstudio Architecture reimagines suburban living in Austin, Texas, offering a refined model that balances modernity with neighborhood tradition. Situated in a post-war suburb undergoing rapid transformation, this 3,494-square-foot home honors the are … | Continue reading
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Scientists have developed a groundbreaking ‘biocooperative’ material using blood that not only repairs bones but also enhances natural healing processes. This new material, created by combining synthetic peptides with patient’s blood, mimics the body’s own regenerative hematoma, … | Continue reading
Astro Mechanica – founded in 2021 by Ian Brooke and with a tight ship of only eight employees – is an aerospace startup developing what it calls a turboelectric adaptive engine for both subsonic and supersonic flight ... with electric car motor technology. Continue Reading Catego … | Continue reading
The team estimates transcription could provide the world with 67.5 terawatt-hours of electricity annually. Scientists make mind-blowing breakthrough with energy-generating lotus leaves: '[It] has rarely been directly harvested' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The future savings more than offset present investments." Scientist argues new energy sources are getting 'exponentially' more affordable — here's what it could mean first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is the first year I've had all the asters up and blooming and it is beautiful!" Gardener shares stunning photos after transforming traditional grass lawn: 'It's so lovely' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Setting a new (or pre-owned) Mac up can be quick and easy when you use Migration Assistant. When is best, what should you migrate from, and do you need iCloud to help? | Continue reading
I am here with another delicious Holiday side dish to share with you today. The holidays will be upon us before we know it and, I don't know about you, but I like to be well prepared ahead of time with tasty side dishes to serve with my main dish. Be it turkey, ham, beef, chicken … | Continue reading
It's that time of year where many navigate leaf debris. Homeowner seeks advice on age-old landscaping debate: 'The leaves have built up quite a bit' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
For just a moment, I want you to close your eyes and think about the most famous, most spectacular images of the Universe that you’ve ever seen. Did you picture planets or moons within our Solar System? Perhaps you thought of nebulous regions of gas, where new stars are forming i … | Continue reading
"I need this in my life." Homeowner breaks down 'revolutionary' features of next-gen clothes dryer: 'It's going to blow your mind' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"So much waste for no reason." Diner taken aback after receiving bizarre addition with steakhouse meal: 'Don't think I've ever been given [that]' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Whether you live in Cell Block 9, the UK, or simply work a high-risk job where sharp objects pose a hazard, this lightweight, water- and stab-proof jacket is designed to keep you warm, dry and alive. Continue Reading Category: Outdoors, Lifestyle Tags: Protection, Knife, Armor | Continue reading
"They are efficient, very quiet, and save us money." This life-changing home appliance can save you hundreds on your energy bills: 'A no-brainer' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Researchers are developing atomically precise memristors for advanced neuromorphic computing systems. The University of Kansas and University of Houston, backed by $1.8 million from the National Science Foundation’s Future of Semiconductor program (FuSe2), are collaborating to de … | Continue reading
Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Sierra Space Corporation have developed a new heat shield based on venerable 1980s Space Shuttle technology to protect the next generation of reusable spacecraft from the deadly heat of reentry. Continue Reading Category: Space, Science Tags: Sie … | Continue reading
The sanctuary conserves biodiversity and provides space for wind turbine infrastructure. Biden administration makes history with first-ever national marine sanctuary designation: 'Protecting our coastline and taking care of our animals' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Chris Fowler, Director of Engine for Call of Duty, tells Ben and Ryan about his path from marine biology to game development, the ins and outs of game engines, and the technical feats involved in creating massively popular games like Call of Duty. Chris also explains why communit … | Continue reading
Brandon Vigliarolo, the Register: Royal assent was granted to two right to repair bills last week that amend Canada’s Copyright Act to allow the circumvention of technological protection measures (TPMs) if this is done for the purposes of “maintaining or repairing a product, incl … | Continue reading
Grizzlies remain a protected species under U.S. law. Yellowstone officials devastated after legendary grizzly bear 399 killed by vehicle: 'An accidental ambassador for her species' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A USC study shows a significant rise in alcohol consumption during the COVID-19 pandemic that persisted into 2022. This increase was seen across most demographics with adults aged 40-49 experiencing the most notable surge. The ongoing high rates of alcohol use pose serious public … | Continue reading
Eric Picard shares his experience being on both sides of acquisitions, as well as how storytelling is crucial in getting everyone aligned. The post Leader Spotlight: The role of storytelling in M&As, with Eric Picard appeared first on LogRocket Blog. | Continue reading
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There was progress on poverty, the ‘building of the year’ was revealed, and researchers offered a quick climate win, plus more The post What went right this week: the good news that matters appeared first on Positive News. | Continue reading
"There's definitely an attitude out in the public that there's nothing we can do about some of these invasive species." Officials wage multimillion-dollar war on invasive insects wreaking havoc on Hawaiʻi's ecosystem — here's what's happening first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
To protect the future of the Deutschlandticket, German state transport ministers are urgently appealing to the federal government to pass an amendment to the Regionalisation Act.... | Continue reading
The Netherlands has done it yet again: the Dutch have been ranked as the best non-native English speakers in the world for the sixth time in a row, according to Education First’s... | Continue reading
Ethylene is one of those substances that acts as a precursor to hundreds, maybe thousands, of useful products. According to Wikipedia, it is a hydrocarbon like carbon dioxide but with the formula C2H4, or H2C=CH2. It is a colorless, flammable gas with a faint “sweet and musky” od … | Continue reading
We all know the story about Norway and the massive government incentives to increase the uptake of electric vehicles in that country. We now see the start of a trade war between China and the west over China’s exports of subsidised EVs. The USA is talking about higher and higher … | Continue reading
In December 2023, KrebsOnSecurity revealed the real-life identity of Rescator, the nickname used by a Russian cybercriminal who sold more than 100 million payment cards stolen from Target and Home Depot between 2013 and 2014. Moscow resident Mikhail Shefel, who confirmed using th … | Continue reading
"It's sad that so many people chose to leave that ... behind." Clean-up worker shares footage of disturbing scene left by visitors at major music festival: 'Such a waste' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft space isn’t for everyone. Some people are crazy about it (perhaps too crazy) and others think it’s as much of a dead end as flying cars were in the 1950s. Frankly, I don’t know where I stand, but I’m interested to see ... … | Continue reading
Recraft V3 Recraft are a generative AI design tool startup based out of London who released their v3 model a few weeks ago. It's currently sat at the top of the Artificial Analysis Image Arena Leaderboard, beating Midjourney and Flux 1.1 pro. The thing that impressed me is that i … | Continue reading
In one of the most amusing citizen science projects we've ever come across, Australia's leading research agency the CSIRO is asking people across the nation to track their flatulence over three days through the free and purposely funny Chart Your Fart app. Continue Reading Catego … | Continue reading
Off to attend #feedesign in Vilnius which is not only a design festival, but also a meeting of 50+ event organisers to discuss, learn about and help each other with today’s pain points. Reply via Email | Continue reading