A team of scientists has identified a new species of fungus, Gibellula attenboroughii, which turns cave spiders into “zombies” by manipulating their behavior and causing their deaths. The fungus is found primarily in European caves and infects specific spider species, such as the Metellina merianae and Meta menardi. The fungus lures the spiders out of … Read more
Actress Maya Hawke claims that the size of actors’ social media followings is becoming a crucial factor in casting decisions and whether projects can be greenlit. Hawke, daughter of Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman, spoke about the blurred lines between being an actor and a celebrity in a recent podcast appearance. Hawke notes that the … Read more
A user attempting to access the website of a prominent college’s sports news platform (247sports.com) encountered an HTTP error 403, indicating that they do not have authorization to view the requested content. Despite multiple attempts to reload the page, the same error persisted, suggesting a persistent security issue with the website. The exact reason for … Read more
When building web applications, developers often rely on APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) to handle data and functionality. However, excessive API requests can lead to errors such as “Too Many Requests” or 429 responses. A 429 error occurs when an API receives more requests within a certain time frame than it can handle. This is usually … Read more
Amazon is hosting a devices event on February 26, starting at 10AM ET, and it’s expected to be a significant one. The company typically launches new products in the fall, but this early event suggests that there’s more to come than just minor updates. With its hardware chief, Panos Panay, and devices team in attendance, … Read more
Scientists have found that loggerhead sea turtles can detect and remember magnetic field signatures, a discovery that could help them locate food sources. This new understanding sheds light on the behavior of these marine creatures, long observed to exhibit curious dance-like movements when encountering certain conditions. According to researchers, the turtles appear to be able … Read more
The Steam Deck is now three years old, and Valve has continued to support the device with regular software and firmware updates. The latest update aims to improve battery life by reducing the polling rate while the Steam Frame Limiter is active. This small change can save up to 6% on battery life when running … Read more
Your liver, the largest internal organ in your body, performs a multitude of functions including regulating blood clotting, removing toxins, and producing bile. However, it can also be damaged due to illness or lifestyle habits, leading to reduced functioning and various health issues. Liver disease is a broad term encompassing different conditions that impair normal … Read more
Artificial intelligence (AI) has shown to be superior to human surgeons in writing post-operative reports, according to a recent study. Researchers trained computer-vision systems to analyze videos of robotic-assisted operations and generate narrative operative reports. The results showed that 53% of reports written by surgeons contained discrepancies, compared to 29% of AI-generated reports. The new … Read more
Walmart has issued multiple product recalls across the US, citing concerns over food safety, choking hazards, and manufacturing defects. The company has stated its commitment to customer health and safety, ensuring that products meet regulatory standards. Recalls were issued for food items such as canned tuna from Genova and Van Camp’s brands, due to a … Read more