New species of Galapagos finch ‘can arise after just six consecutive droughts’
The Darwin finches, a group of about 18 species of passerine birds, are well known for their wide diversity in beak form and function.
The Darwin finches, a group of about 18 species of passerine birds, are well known for their wide diversity in beak form and function.
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First up this week, we celebrate 20 years of graphene—from discovery, to hype, and now reality as it finally finds its place in technology and science. Science journalist Mark Peplow joins host Sarah Crespi to discuss graphene’s bumpy journey. Next, producer Meagan Cantwell talks with Seth Darling, chief science and technology officer for the Advanced Energy Technologies Directorate at Argonne National Laboratory, about two new ways to harvest lithium from water. One approach harnesses sunlight... Читать дальше...
With just weeks until Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are in a dead heat among all registered voters: 48% say they would vote for Harris if the election were held today and 47% say they would support Trump. Another 5% of voters opt for a third-party candidate. A large […]
Читать дальше...The Wisconsin Policy Form published a report which found that Wisconsin saw 34 dam failures between 2000 and 2023.
Nariman Point in Mumbai has seen a 52% increase in maximum office rent, reaching Rs 569 per square foot since 2018. Knight Frank India projects a 90% growth in rentals by 2030 due to strong demand. Ongoing infrastructure improvements are expected to further boost the area’s appeal for businesses and investors.
The underwater ecosystem also faces deadly consequences
The Taoiseach said he will speak to his Government colleagues in the weeks ahead about pushing through their final pieces of legislation.
The House of Representatives on Thursday celebrated the International Day of the Girl Child with a historic moment after the Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, gave up his seat for 16-year-old Ms Isabel Anani, a gender advocate, to preside over a special session. The International Day of the Girl Child is an international observance day declared by
Читать дальше...In the coming days, Tata Trusts will convene to elect a new chairman to succeed Ratan Tata
A video showing a helicopter hovering over a Burnsville, North Carolina, aid distribution site has been viewed millions of times with some claiming that its aim was to destroy the supplies. But the North Carolina National Guard said in a statement that the helicopter, which blew items around the site and knocked over canopies, was attempting to make a generator delivery that had been requested by a local civilian organization. The statement said the helicopter's crew has been grounded until an investigation into the incident is completed.
About seven-in-ten voters say if Harris loses the 2024 election she will accept the results and concede, while roughly a quarter say Trump will do this if he loses. And a majority of voters say the threat of violence against political leaders and their families is a major problem in the country.
Читать дальше...Citigroup, too, has recognized this shift, similarly enabling cross-border payments to digital wallets and other endpoints
TD Bank will pay approximately $3 billion in a historic settlement with U.S. authorities who say the financial institution’s lax practices allowed significant money laundering over multiple years
For the second time in a decade, the winner of the Nobel Prize in literature is a challenging, self-obsessed singer-songwriter from the Midwest. Congratulations to Bon Iver!
Читать дальше...Taylor Swift has donated $5 million to Feeding America to support relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton
The eldest daughter of Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar shared an update with fans on her family life.
The Bruins can improve a few things following their season-opening loss to the Florida Panthers. Boston got handled pretty easily at Amerant Bank Arena on Tuesday, allowing a first-period onslaught that quickly put things out of reach. Joonas Korpisalo was under siege all night, Matthew Tkachuk and Sam Bennett continued to stir up trouble and […]
The Northern Lights, or Aurora, are caused by activity on the surface of the sun and are usually only visible in the poles or surrounding area - but they could be seen across the UK this weekend
Rafa Nadal will walk off into the sunset as a bona fide Galactico of the tennis world, a key part of a quartet who shaped the greatest era in the history of the game.
As fans of EastEnders have been speculating over a funeral for a Carter family member, one star of the BBC soap has appeared to confirm the tragic death and left fans 'heartbroken'
Prime Minister Luis Montenegro wants to see income tax lowered for under-35s, specifically those earning up to €28,000 .
According to the CDC, 3.3 percent of high school students now identify as transgender, and an additional 2.2 percent “question” their sex. ...
Читать дальше...Anime has far more to offer than shonen battle anime, and Dan Da Dan is proof of that.
Aishwarya Sharma honored legendary actress Rekha on her birthday through an Instagram post, showcasing their close bond. Aishwarya's heartfelt message and shared photo underscore the admiration and respect she holds for Rekha, highlighting the iconic actress's enduring influence in Indian cinema.