Researchers Develop New Material That Converts CO2 into Methanol Using Sunlight

Researchers have developed a sunlight-powered process using copper and nanocrystalline carbon nitride to efficiently convert CO2 into methanol, marking a significant step towards sustainable fuel production and CO2 reduction.

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‘Garbage Lasagna’: Dumps Are a Big Driver of Warming, Study Says

Researchers argue that decades of buried trash is now releasing tons of methane emissions into the atmosphere, driving globally changing temperatures that could lead to more climate change issues.

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The crews bracing themselves for a rise in electric car fires

Each year, Essex Fire and Rescue Service focuses on one area of “top-up” training for its crews. In recent years, this has included sessions on firefighting at height and managing hazardous materials. This year, a new course is being introduced: How to deal with electric vehicle fires. Why?

Memories Are Made By Breaking DNA - and Fixing It

Nerve cells form long-term memories with the help of an inflammatory response, study in mice finds.

Over 1 billion meals went to waste a day in 2022: UN food waste report

Report found on average each Canadian wasted 79 kilograms of food annually.

How WhatsApp became the world’s default communication app

What was once a texting platform now runs the lives, businesses and political machinery of billions.

Pythagoras Was Wrong: There Are No Universal Musical Harmonies, Study Finds

The tone and tuning of musical instruments has the power to manipulate our appreciation of harmony, new research shows.

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A million mice are eating seabirds alive on a remote island. Conservationists have a plan

Invasive mice reached Marion Island 200 years ago, and could now wipe out seabirds.

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Glorious Gannet Portrait Wins World Nature Photography Awards

The top three images from all 14 categories are featured.

New password reset attack targets Apple device users - what to do if it happens to you

Scammers are taking advantage of Apple’s password reset tool in a new ‘MFA bombing’ attack.

Amazon Bets $150 Billion on Data Centers Required for AI Boom

The spending spree is a show of force as the company looks to maintain its grip on the cloud services market.

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A Faster Spinning Earth May Cause Timekeepers To Subtract a Second From World Clocks

For the first time in history, world timekeepers may have to consider subtracting a second from our clocks in a few years because the planet is rotating a tad faster than it used to.

Low-cost sensors can point to solutions for world’s most polluted cities

Sensors that cost hundreds instead of tens of thousands of dollars can help pollution hot spots.

Heat and Drought Are Sucking US Hydropower Dry

Hydropower in the Western US last year was the lowest it’s been in decades, and 2024 isn’t looking much better.

Lots of new animals are heading for your city, study suggests

Climate change will double wildlife species in some Canadian cities, but we’ll lose species, too.

Two Nights of Broken Sleep Can Make People Feel Years Older, Finds Study

Beyond simply feeling decrepit, perception of being older can affect health by encouraging unhealthy eating and reducing exercise.

Scientists Turn To AI To Make Beer Taste Even Better

Researchers in Belgium use artificial intelligence to improve taste, but say the skill of the brewer remains vital.

Vinyl Records Outsell CDs For the Second Year Running

Last year’s vinyl revenue in the US more than doubled the amount spent on CDs.

This camera captures 156.3 trillion frames per second

So much for Samsung phones’ 960 fps “Super Slow-mo.”

New documentary shows gender diversity par for the course in nature

With host Mae Martin, episode visits Royal Botanical Gardens and explores the ‘variety’ of examples around us.

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How to survive an encounter with wildlife—from bears to bison

Should you curl up in a ball or make yourself seem big and scary? These expert tips could save your life—whether you’re on the trail or in your own backyard.

Eyes in the sky: why drones are ‘beyond effective’ for animal rights campaigners around the world

Inexpensive and easy to use, drones are proving invaluable for activists monitoring illegal fishing, hunting and deforestation – as well as keeping tabs on zoos and aquariums.

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Hackers Breached Hundreds Of Companies’ AI Servers, Researchers Say

Cyberattacks target AI compute power to mine cryptocurrency using a vulnerability in popular open source software called Ray, according to researchers at Oligo Security.

In wake of Winnipeg lab scandal, scientists say Canada benefits from new, high-security pathogen lab

Post-pandemic explosion of labs working with dangerous pathogens raises risks.

Fears for the future of the great British pint of beer

Climate change threatens to “call time” on the great British pint.

Getty Museum releases 88K+ images of artworks

This means that art lovers will be able to reproduce these artworks as they please, without any legal constraints.

China Blocks Use of Intel and AMD Chips in Government Computers

China introduced new guidelines aimed at blocking Intel and AMD chips in government PCs and servers.

Bitcoin ‘Halving’ Spurs Exodus of Old US Mining Computers Abroad

In Bitcoin mining, specialised machines are used to validate transactions on the blockchain and earn operators a fixed token reward.

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California’s Successful Dam-Removal Project Continues

The Klamath River’s dams are being removed. Inside the effort to restore a scarred watershed.

Say Hello To Biodegradable Microplastics?

Research shows plant-based polymers can disappear within seven months.

Scientists search for mysterious ghost particles

Some physicists have long suspected that mysterious ‘ghost’ particles in the world around us could greatly advance our understanding of the true nature of the Universe.

Chinese snoops use F5, ConnectWise bugs to sell access into top US, UK networks

Crew may well be working under contract for Beijing.

Hundreds of photos show animal behaviour during COVID-19 lockdowns

Predators moved activity to night to avoid increased hikers as prey roamed more freely, B.C.-led study finds.