“Earth’s ozone layer blocks the Sun’s shortest wave radiation, called UV-C, which is so damaging to cells in high doses that it’s a go-to sterilizer in hospitals,” writes Slashdot reader sciencehabit. “UV-C is such a killer, in fact, that scientists have questioned whether life can survive on worlds that lack an ozone layer, such as Mars or distant exoplanets. “But research published this month...
Stop fumbling for cables in the dark. These WIRED-tested stands and pads will take the hassle out of refueling your phone, wireless earbuds, and watch.
Bolt is taking a proactive approach to safety, introducing AI-powered dash cams, in-app emergency tools and mandatory rider ID verification to protect drivers and riders.
Viu, PCCW’s pan-regional OTT video streaming service, is introducing Korean dramas dubbed in isiZulu to South Africa, in a move that enhances cross-cultural entertainment and language inclusion. Elouise Kelly, Country Manager, Viu South Africa said, “K-dramas have captured global audiences with their vivid storytelling and heartfelt themes. By dubbing popular Korean content into isiZulu, a […]
The AI boom has taken Nvidia from a barely-recognisable chip designer known primarily for its gaming products to the world’s most valuable listed company.
These supposedly serious cetaceans have been spotted massaging each other with kelp stalks. This is the sort of performative nonsense you’d expect from dolphins
I’ve thought for a while that it would be nice to be an orca. Not because I hate boats and they sink them (though I get it – the briny depths are none of our human business). What actually appeals is the idea of being charismatic...
Raxio Côte d’Ivoire is proud to announce the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications de Côte d’Ivoire (ARTCI), marking a major milestone in the advancement of the country’s digital infrastructure.
In a potential workaround of South Africa’s Black-empowerment rules to gain an operating license, Starlink may invest about 2 billion rand in the country.
These starfish relatives have lots of remarkable features and are a keystone species. My hope is that we will recognise how vital these charismatic creatures are
Brittle stars have a lot of remarkable features as a species. Many of them are bioluminescent and can flash blue light; some will have patterns and do displays. These slender relatives of starfish can be very beautiful to look at and...