Prehistoric Extinct Salmon Believed to Have Reached Monumental 9 Feet in Length
The salmon went extinct around five million years ago. They are thought to have reached immense sizes of almost 9 feet in length.
"All Cuckoos are Adoptees, Deceptive Nature Revealed in Nest Smuggling Practices"
Every cuckoo is an adopted child raised by foster parents. Cuckoo mother is aided by her resemblance to a bird of prey.
Prehistoric Giant Salmon Species Likely Used Tusk-Like Teeth for Fighting, Suggests Scientists
Oncorhynchus rastrosus swam the Pacific Ocean millions of years ago. It may have used its tusk-like teeth for fighting rather than catching prey.
"Nvidia Reveals Intent to Acquire Israeli AI Startup Run:ai"
N Nvidia announced plans Wednesday to acquire Israeli AI startup Run:ai. Nvidia didn't disclose the terms of its coming transaction.
"Top Five Must-Have Firefox Extensions Enhancing User Experience"
Firefox is one of the more 'bare bones' web browsers but extensions enable you to add plenty of helpful features. Here are my five favorites.
Rumor Suggests iPhone 17 Plus May Feature Smaller Screen than Current iPhone 15 Plus, Says Supply-Chain Analyst
The iPhone 17 Plus will have a smaller screen than the current-generation iPhone 15 Plus, according to a rumor.
"Perception of Time: A Precious Commodity with Varying Perspectives"
To scientists, time is something we can gain or lose. We can save, spend or waste it. If our crimes are revealed, we risk having to do time.
"Reflect Orbital Set to Launch Mirror Constellation, Aiming to Beam Sunlight to Earth's Solar Power Plants After Dark"
Reflect Orbital plans to launch a constellation of orbiting mirrors to beam sunlight to solar power plants on Earth after dark.
Significant Breakthrough in Fusion Energy: Small Tokamak Reactor Overcomes Key Hurdles, Larger Scale Applicability Yet to be Confirmed
An experiment in a small tokamak reactor has shown the technique can work in a larger device. The technique has not yet been tested in larger devices.
"University of Florida Professor to Conduct Research in Space with Blue Origin"
A University of Florida professor will fly as part of a commercial space crew on an upcoming suborbital mission. Rob Ferl, will conduct research, using a rocket by space flight company Blue Origin.
"Start-Up Rabbit Unveils New Device at CES, Wrapping Up the Year of the Rabbit"
Rabbit's first device was unveiled at CES this January. It's a cute little orange square that was positioned to mark the end of the year.
"Microsoft's Swift Windows 11 Update Includes Unpopular Changes"
Microsoft just rolled out an update for Windows 11 shockingly fast. It includes a change most users won't be happy about.
Critical Barriers Overcome in Small Fusion Reactor Experiment; Scalability Yet to be Tested
An experiment in a small tokamak reactor has shown the technique can work in a larger device. The technique has not yet been tested in larger devices.
"Evolutionary Relationships Between Flowering Plants Mapped by Biologists Using Genomic Data from Over 9,500 Species"
Biologists have mapped evolutionary relationships between flowering plants. Using genomic data from more than 9500 species, biologists have mapped the evolutionary relationships.
TikTok Suspends Reward-Based Video Watching in Europe Amid Regulatory Concerns Over Addiction
TikTok says it's halting a feature on its new app rewarding users in Europe for watching videos. The company faced pressure from regulators worried about its addictive features.
"US Senate Passes Legislation to Potentially Ban TikTok Amid Foreign Aid Package Discussions for Israel and Ukraine"
The U.S. Senate passed legislation that threatens to ban TikTok. The measure was introduced as part of a foreign aid package meant to support Israel and Ukraine.
Japan's Moon Lander Survives Third Lunar Night, Continues to Probe and Capture Snapshots
Japan's moon lander has survived a third lunar night. Officials say it continued to take snapshots and probe the satellite's surface.
"Researchers at TU Wien Develop Nanostructure Using Waste to Purify Water"
Researchers at TU Wien have developed a special nanostructure to filter a widespread class of water.
"Japan's Moon Lander Defies Expectations, Survives a Third Lunar Night"
Japan's moon lander has survived a third lunar night. Officials say it continued to take snapshots and probe the satellite's surface.
New Windows Update Displays Ads for Recommended Microsoft Store Apps to All Users
Ads appear for all Windows users via a new update. They highlight recommended apps from the Microsoft Store.