Apple has launched a new accessory that's raising eyebrows and sparking debates. It's not a new phone or a groundbreaking gadget, but a sock for your iPhone. Yes, you read that right. The iPhone Pocket, designed in collaboration with Japanese fashion designer Issey Miyake, is a knitted case that you
In China, more and more elderly people are living alone in the countryside. This is a big deal because the country is getting older fast. One way these seniors are finding joy is through short video apps like Douyin. Researchers wanted to see how these apps affect their happiness and well-being. Th
Fuel cells are like the heart of clean energy. They convert hydrogen into electricity. But there's a catch. The process isn't as smooth as it could be. Especially in alkaline environments. The hydrogen oxidation reaction (HOR) is often slow and easily disrupted by carbon monoxide (CO). This is a big
Tech is everywhere. It's in our pockets, on our desks, and even in our homes. But did you know it can also help us make better decisions? This is called persuasive technology. It's not about tricking us, but guiding us to make choices that benefit us. Think about it. We're always being persuaded. A
In the lush hills of Himachal Pradesh, a sneaky virus is causing trouble for young cows. This isn't just any virus—it's the bovine respiratory syncytial virus, or BRSV for short. It's a big deal because it messes with the lungs, making it hard for calves to breathe. What's worse, this virus doesn't
China is now a top player in global science, ranking fifth in scientific publications. The number of times Chinese research is cited has been growing fast. This growth is especially noticeable in areas like nanotechnology, where China is now second only to the USA. Money for research and developmen
Apple is gearing up to release a new version of the HomePod mini. This time, they're focusing on upgrading the chip inside. The current model uses the S5 chip, which is also found in the Apple Watch Series 5. For the new model, Apple might use the S9 chip or its smaller version, the S10. These chips
Plants are reacting to climate change, but it's not as simple as one might think. Scientists have been studying how plants respond to warmer temperatures, especially in spring. They've come up with a new way to measure this response, called "phenological lag. " This measures how plants are affected
Ideosphere, a startup with big dreams, wants to use crypto prediction markets to fund early-stage science. The idea is to take the money flowing into crypto gambling and redirect it towards research that traditional investors find too risky. Rei Jarram, one of the co-founders, believes that predicti
People all over the world take part in different kinds of communities. Some join groups that are not tied to any religion, like sports teams or book clubs. Others go to religious services. But who joins which kind of group? And does this change from one country to another? A recent study looked at
