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This refurbished iPad and Beats combo is on sale for just $239.99
This refurbished iPad and Beats combo is on sale for just $239.99
TL;DR: As of June 22, get this refurbished Apple iPad 7 and Beats Flex headphones
2023-06-22 17:51
NBA 2K24 Best 3 Point Shooters
NBA 2K24 Best 3 Point Shooters
The NBA 2K24 best 3 point shooters are Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Luke Kennard, Buddy Hield, and Malcom Brogodn.
2023-08-15 02:49
Asia’s Crypto Regulatory Clarity Contrasts With Disarray in US
Asia’s Crypto Regulatory Clarity Contrasts With Disarray in US
Asian regulators have stolen a march on the US by clarifying crypto rules, exemplified by Hong Kong’s first
2023-08-04 10:26
Mysterious fairy circles are increasing across the world and scientists are baffled
Mysterious fairy circles are increasing across the world and scientists are baffled
A natural phenomenon consisting of polka-dot-style formations has been cropping up around the world, and scientists are baffled as to why. The circular-shaped patches of ground have been seen in deserts in Australia and Namibia but now experts believe they are more widespread than originally thought. Known as “fairy circles”, there are now 263 known sites across the globe where they can be found, according to new research published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS). They have been documented in 15 countries, across three continents, including the Sahel region of Africa, Madagascar, and in Middle-West Asia. And yet, despite the spread of these anomalies, scientists are still none the wiser about how they actually form. A team led by environmental scientist Emilio Guirado, of the University of Alicante in Spain, explained in their paper on the "intriguing" phenomenon: “We conducted a global and systematic assessment of fairy circle-like vegetation patterns and discovered hundreds of [fairy-circle]-like locations on three continents. “Our study provides insights into the ecology and biogeography of these fascinating vegetation patterns and the first atlas of their global distribution.” The mysterious circles appear in desert regions and can be as wide as 12 metres (39 feet) in diameter. They are almost always spaced out and rarely connect or overlap with one another. Several theories have been put forward as to what causes them, including, tiny insects, termites, and plant toxins. But, none have been accompanied by any significant evidence and some have been debunked completely. One significant factor limiting their study is they are often found in places that are difficult to access and are inhospitable. Locating the 263 different sites of “fairy circles” involved analysing high-resolution satellite imagery. Guirado and his team wrote in their paper: “[The sites] include those already identified in Namibia and Western Australia, as well as areas never described before, including the Sahel, Western Sahara, Horn of Africa, Madagascar, Southwest Asia, or Central and Southwest Australia. “By doing so, our study provides a global atlas of areas showing FC-like vegetation patterns and expands the known existence of this vegetation type to new countries and continents.” The team hopes that locating new sites will enable them to find common traits that may point towards their cause. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-09-29 16:21
How's the weather up there? It'll be harder for Alaska to tell as longtime program goes off air
How's the weather up there? It'll be harder for Alaska to tell as longtime program goes off air
The “Alaska Weather” program has been must-see TV for 47 years in a state where extreme weather dictates everyday life
2023-06-29 14:16
TurnOnGreen Awarded Defense Contract to Design and Develop Custom Power Supply for Tactical Communications Networks
TurnOnGreen Awarded Defense Contract to Design and Develop Custom Power Supply for Tactical Communications Networks
MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 30, 2023--
2023-06-30 20:47
Piers Morgan responds to bizarre AI image of him in the bath
Piers Morgan responds to bizarre AI image of him in the bath
Well, we’re not sure how we ended up here, but Piers Morgan has responded to a strange AI image of himself in the bath which has been circulating online. The presenter commented on the odd picture which shows a generated version of Morgan sitting in the tub, holding a book with a rubber duck by his side. Only, this version of Morgan looks like he spends all his free time in the gym and he’s holding a book with dimensions that defy the laws of physics. Morgan responded to the bizarre image by writing: “I never have baths. fyi.” Unsurprisingly, the picture sparked a lot of reaction on social media, with one Twitter user responding to the pic: “I still can't unsee it - the horror!!!!” Another said: “My brain will never erase this image.” Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Others pointed out the strange nature of the book in the image, with one saying: “The way the book looks in the picture seems to give it away that it is AI generated.” Another joked: "Give me nuclear annihilation by AI over this any day.” It has to be one of the most unusual uses of AI we’ve seen so far, and if this is the future of artificial intelligence, count us out… AI, meanwhile, continues to make headlines – and a group of individuals including Grimes, who described herself as an "AI popstar" recently on social media, signed a statement warning of its risks to humanity. The singer signed the message from Center For AI Safety (CAIS) delving into the potential dangers of AI. Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-06-02 00:45
Who is Lisa Brezinski? Fans mourn Adonis Beck aka Pope the Barber's death as TikTok star's former partner pays tribute
Who is Lisa Brezinski? Fans mourn Adonis Beck aka Pope the Barber's death as TikTok star's former partner pays tribute
'You changed millions of people's lives with your bright light and love. You were unlike anyone I’ve ever met,' Lisa Brezinski wrote
2023-08-13 17:46
Aperia Launches Halo Drive™ to Simplify Tire Pressure Management for Drivers and Fleets
Aperia Launches Halo Drive™ to Simplify Tire Pressure Management for Drivers and Fleets
BURLINGAME, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 6, 2023--
2023-06-07 04:19
UK Regulator Probes South East Water Over Supply Failures
UK Regulator Probes South East Water Over Supply Failures
UK utility South East Water Ltd. is failing to provide reliable supplies to customers, prompting the regulator to
2023-11-16 16:16
ABBYY Releases Global Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) Trends & Outcomes Report with Insights into Organizations’ Priorities for Improving Operational Excellence
ABBYY Releases Global Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) Trends & Outcomes Report with Insights into Organizations’ Priorities for Improving Operational Excellence
MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 6, 2023--
2023-06-06 19:28
Michael Cera couldn't join in the 'Barbie' group chat because he has a flip phone
Michael Cera couldn't join in the 'Barbie' group chat because he has a flip phone
Sometimes stars aren't just like us.
2023-07-10 21:23