'Until this new coronavirus was identified, there were only six different coronaviruses known to infect humans. Four of these cause a mild common cold-type illness, but since 2002 there has been the emergence of two new coronaviruses that can infect humans and result in more severe disease (Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) coronaviruses). … [Read more...] about How coronavirus ‘deniers’ are using Facebook, WhatsApp and YouTube to spread conspiracy theories and misinformation about the deadly disease
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Earth’s ozone layer is HEALING as a huge reduction in damaging chemicals in the atmosphere reverses some troubling changes in air currents around the Southern Hemisphere
The cause is not certain but the researchers believe it is possible climate change is altering the pattern of atmospheric circulation - causing more ozone to be carried away from the tropics. … [Read more...] about Earth’s ozone layer is HEALING as a huge reduction in damaging chemicals in the atmosphere reverses some troubling changes in air currents around the Southern Hemisphere
Astronauts going to Mars may be at increased risk of deafness and balance problems as long space missions can cause fluid to build up in the ear, study claims
If a burst of space radiation is detected, mission control in Houston, Texas, can instruct astronauts to abort space walks, move to more shielded areas of the orbiting laboratory and even adjust the station's altitude to minimise any health impacts. … [Read more...] about Astronauts going to Mars may be at increased risk of deafness and balance problems as long space missions can cause fluid to build up in the ear, study claims
Source code for the upcoming Xbox Series X video game console has been stolen by a hacker and is being ransomed for $100million
The hacker initially posted the files on Github but AMD was able to get them taken down with DMCA claims. Now, the hacker claims if their ransom price isn't met they'll likely release the files for free … [Read more...] about Source code for the upcoming Xbox Series X video game console has been stolen by a hacker and is being ransomed for $100million
DIY soap dispenser lets users time their hand-washing to the tune their favorite Spotify tracks
In order to build the gadget, one needs to have a soap dispenser, a Spotify account and few parts, including a Raspberry Pi W Zero, an Adafruit Speaker Bonnet, and few inches of thin wire and a bit of copper tape. … [Read more...] about DIY soap dispenser lets users time their hand-washing to the tune their favorite Spotify tracks
