Previous studies have shown that animals can remember specific events, use tools and solve problems. But exactly what that means remains a matter of scientific dispute. Now one researcher suggests the evidence shows a wide range of animal species exhibit so-called ‘executive control’ when it comes to making decisions, consciously […]
Daily Archives: November 1, 2017
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Forty years ago, the twin Voyagers spacecraft were launched to explore the frontiers of our solar system, and have since made countless discoveries, including finding magnetic bubbles around two of the outer planets.
The robot called Sophia, which was unveiled at a technology conference in the capital Riyadh last week, has now sparked a fierce reaction on social media sites with questions about whether or not the female robot will be treated like other women in the Arabic kingdom now that she is […]
Where is the Black Death plague now? The deadly disease is currently contained on the African island of Madagascar, though the World Heath Organisation (WHO) has warned it could soon spread to other nations. The WHO has released a list of nine at-risk nations, highlighting where the plague is likely […]
Ending today at 6 pm ET, Toys”R”Us cuts up to 80% off a selection of dolls, action figures, construction sets, toys, baby items, and more during its Flash Sale. Shipping adds $5.99, but orders of $29 or more bag free shipping. Some exclusions may apply.
‘I gotta live with it’ remarked Fagen, after an empty onstage microphone was positioned as a poignant reminder of the recent passing of his songwriting partner Walter Becker. Lauded for their songs that have a cinematic narrative about misfits, failure and loneliness, it was life-affirming to hear the rapturous applause […]
As Washington lawmakers investigate how Russia exploited social media to influence the 2016 presidential election, Apple CEO Tim Cook says the tech giants have something much greater to be concerned about. And it effects everyone. “I don’t believe that the big issue are ads from foreign government. I believe that’s […]
At SEMA the specialty manufacturer Hennessey debuted the 2018 Ford Raptor 6×6. You know, when four wheel just aren’t enough. The $349,000 price tag includes the donor 2018 Raptor four-door truck and adds a twin-turbo engine spitting out 605 horsepower and 622 pound-feet of torque. That’s enough to hustle this […]