Flight turbulence like that encountered by a Singapore Airlines flight on Tuesday is extremely common, but there’s one aspect of severe turbulence an aviation expert says can lead to serious injury. Flight turbulence like that encountered by a Singapore Airlines flight on Tuesday is extremely common, but there’s one aspect of severe turbulence an aviation…
Recently confirming first use of energy weapons in the field, military now wants bigger, better systems It hasn’t been using them for long, but the US Army is apparently pleased enough with its early directed energy (i.e. laser) weapons systems that it’s investing another $95.4 million in improved versions.… Recently confirming first use of energy…
The Age – Technology Mobile phone plan prices are likely to rise following Telstra’s announcement to revamp its pricing structure, but not everyone is convinced that its customers will stick around. Mobile phone plan prices are likely to rise following Telstra’s announcement to revamp its pricing structure, but not everyone is convinced that its customers will…
Prioritizing retirement savings is a wise decision in the post-pandemic world of job uncertainty, wage growth slump, elevated inflation and living costs alongside the high cost of borrowing. What’s more concerning is that the Social Security benefits could drop in 2033 as fewer employees are left to contribute (via payroll taxes) to the workforce’s future…
Montréal-based ground travel booking platform Busbud has acquired Ratality, a South African software provider for ground travel operators, for an undisclosed amount. Busbud said it is building upon an existing partnership between the companies by acquiring the revenue-management software maker, while also extending Busbud’s reach in Africa. Busbud will add Ratality’s demand forecasting, dynamic pricing,…
WA Today – Technology There are fears deepfakes of Anthony Albanese or Peter Dutton could be used to spread misinformation ahead of the next federal election. There are fears deepfakes of Anthony Albanese or Peter Dutton could be used to spread misinformation ahead of the next federal election. Technology
This week Microsoft has made some major announcements regarding the future of Windows hardware. ASUS, in collaboration with Microsoft and Qualcomm, has today announced its first foray into the next generation of AI-powered computing with the sleek Vivobook S 15, available for pre-order today at ASUS E-shop and leading retailers. Powered by the Snapdragon X Elite platform, the sleek…
Human testicles contain microplastics and nanoplastics at levels three times higher than animal testes and human placentas, a new small study found. Human testicles contain microplastics and nanoplastics at levels three times higher than animal testes and human placentas, a new small study found.
Sydney Morning Herald – Latest News Eclipse, a Rising Festival drag performance, will have you counting down to the apocalypse while reconsidering the meaning of drag itself. Eclipse, a Rising Festival drag performance, will have you counting down to the apocalypse while reconsidering the meaning of drag itself. Culture / Theatre
There is a science-backed method to keep mosquitos away this year as experts have predicted it will be a ‘very bad’ season in the US that could see a rise in insect-borne illnesses.There is a science-backed method to keep mosquitos away this year as experts have predicted it will be a ‘very bad’ season in…