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New iOS 18 security feature will make thieves regret stealing your iPhone
My iPhone is so full of important photos, documents, and private information that I can’t imagine having it stolen. Nevertheless, I’ve backed up and locked my data and know what to do if it happens. Activation Lock would prevent anyone from using the phone, and I’ll hopefully be able to remotely wipe it while thieves
‘Star Wars Outlaws’ finally lets fans play as the scoundrel (review)
(Image credit: Ubisoft) If you've ever played a game set in the galaxy far, far away, there's a very good chance you found yourself beneath the robes of a brave, lightsaber-wielding Jedi. But while the Force-flinging power fantasies fulfilled in entries like last year's excellent "Star Wars Jedi: Survivor" are a ton of fun, sometimes
How do plant-derived aerosols influence plant interactions?
In response to herbivory, plants release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the atmosphere. These VOCs have a key role in plant-plant interactions. In this process, undamaged plants may detect warning signals from their damaged neighbors and prepare defenses. Through chemical reactions, reactive plant VOCs turn into secondary organic aerosols (SOAs). In a new study, scientists
Scientists uncover detailed structure of the aluminum oxide surface
Aluminum oxide (Al2O3), also referred to as alumina, corundum, sapphire, or ruby, is an exceptional insulator widely used across various applications such as electronic components, catalyst support material, and chemically resistant ceramics. Understanding the precise surface atom arrangement is crucial for comprehending the chemical reactions occurring on this material, particularly in catalytic processes. While the
The Search for What Shook the Earth for Nine Days Straight
The Search for What Shook the Earth for Nine Days Straight Last year, an immense but brief outburst of seismic energy was soon followed by a long hum that made the world ring. Finding its cause took 68 scientists and an assist by the Danish military. Introduction On September 16, 2023, the world began to
Can Thermodynamics Go Quantum?
The principles of thermodynamics are cornerstones of our understanding of physics. But they were discovered in the era of steam-driven technology, long before anyone dreamed of quantum mechanics. In this episode, the theoretical physicist Nicole Yunger Halpern talks to host Steven Strogatz about how physicists today are reinterpreting concepts such as work, energy and information
“Freedom” is often a Republican talking point, but Vice President Kamala Harris is trying to reclaim the concept for Democrats as part of her campaign for the presidency. In a speech at the Democratic National Convention last month, she declared that “fundamental freedoms” were at stake in the November election, including “the freedom to breathe
10 Middle-Earth Tales Worth Adapting
As good as The Lord of the Rings is, it’s far from the only story in Middle-earth. J.R.R. Tolkien crafted countless tales set in his fantasy realm. Not only do they give the world an immense sense of history, but they’re engaging narratives in their own right. Filmmakers should take notice. Any of these stories
The Gulf Coast is sinking, making hurricanes like Francine even more dangerous
Hurricane Francine barreled into southern Louisiana on Wednesday as a Category 2 storm, packing 100 mph winds and sending a surge of water into coastal communities. Because so much of southern Louisiana sits at or below sea level, the surge could race inland unimpeded. The last hurricane to hit the state was Ida in 2021
Five Things to Know Before You Make a Political Donation
Credit: Prostock-studio/Shutterstock It's election season, and you know what that means: texts from unknown numbers, using all caps, begging you to donate money to one candidate or another. Currently, my phone is full of texts suggesting that I will likely be the sole arbiter of the next president of the United States. This begs the