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CLIMATEWIRE | Category 6 hurricanes don’t exist on paper. The wind scale used by meteorologists tops out at Category 5, representing storms with sustained winds of 157 mph or more. But researchers at Florida International University plan to create a Category 6 storm in a lab, mimicking conditions they expect to see as climate change drives more extreme weather. The university, which is also home to the National Hurricane Center, is coordinating a team of international experts to design what will be one of the world’s…

But not so fast. Thirty-three cartoonists who previously either won or been finalists for the previous Editorial Cartoonist Pulitzer Prize created a hundred years ago, have signed an open letter objecting to the category change. This followed last year's decision not to award a winner from the qualified finalists. Last week the Association Of American Editorial Cartoonists sent a letter to the Pulitzer Board asking for the change to be reversed, saying; the AAEC once again encourages the Pulitzer Board to consider…

Swiggy has acquired Dineout, a dining out and restaurant tech platform. The food delivery app announced that post acquisition, Dineout will continue to operate as an independent app. This move will allow Swiggy to offer dining out table reservations and events as well as strengthen its business. It will enable restaurant partners to reach more customers in order to grow their business. As per Swiggy, the acquisition will allow it “to explore synergies and offer new experiences in a high-use category.”As per the…

Seeking to address "over-tourism" at popular destinations, Airbnb unveiled Wednesday a new feature that encourages users to search by trip category, not only destination.The goal is to "redistribute" users away from traveler-jammed venues, such as Venice, Paris or the biggest US cities, Airbnb executives said.Under the new Airbnb programme, consumers can pick from up to 56 categories such as "beach," "countryside," "iconic cities" or "design" the latter showcasing homes featured in architectural magazines. Some four…

Netflix is adding a new feature called the “Category Hub” in the TV menu that allows viewers to find their favourite content more easily. The latest hub will be displayed on the left-hand menu of kids' and adults' profiles and lets subscribers find their favourite genres and discover new categories of movies. Subscribers of the streaming platform will be able to see the top three category recommendations tailored to their viewing habits. It will also include curated collections based on holidays. Netflix recently…

Representative Image (Image: Shutterstock)IndiGo has launched an exclusive fare category called "Super 6E" that will provide special services . Passengers will be able to opt for 'Super 6E' fare only at the time of booking. PTI Last Updated:May 04, 2022, 16:05 ISTFOLLOW US ON:IndiGo on Wednesday launched an exclusive fare category called “Super 6E" that will provide special services like extra 10 kg baggage, free seat selection, reduced cancellation fee as well as in-flight meal. Passengers will be able to opt for ‘Super…