Animal of the Day
Asian Elephant (Elephas maximus)
Asian elephants are known for their intelligence and strong social bonds. They can communicate through a variety of vocalizations and body language. These gentle giants play a crucial role in their ecosystems by helping to maintain the forest and grassland habitats where they live.
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Researchers show how everyday headphones can be turned into listening devices from 30 meters away
Researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University have demonstrated that ordinary headphones and other gadgets can be made to broadcast audio using a radio signal.
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» readNASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Telescope Captures First Test Images of the Universe
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has taken its first test photos of the universe since its launch on August 30. The telescope is currently traveling to Lagrange point L2, a stable parking spot in space about one million miles from Earth, where…
» readGannet dive-bomb photo wins top prize in bird photography competition
A dramatic underwater photograph of a northern gannet diving through sunlight off the coast of Shetland, UK, has been awarded the top prize in a bird photography competition.
» readApple retail pioneer Ron Johnson says AI won’t replace physical stores for big purchases
Ron Johnson, who built Apple’s retail stores, believes the tech industry is overestimating how much shopping people will hand over to machines.
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