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Research from Northumbria University reveals a critical window to prevent irreversible Antarctic ice loss. While current models show no tipping point reached yet, future scenarios suggest possible ice sheet collapse within 300-500 years, highlighting the urgency of addressing climate change. Credit: TiPACCNew research from Northumbria University suggests that there is a limited time frame before irreversible, large-scale ice loss begins in Antarctica.According to two recent studies from Northumbria University, there’s a…

What's in Apple's iOS 17 update? New features in Apple's iOS 17 update: What to know 05:20 Apple is urging iPhone users to download a new version of its latest operating…

At some point in your life, you could have about a one in five chance of developing an autoimmune disease. The odds are greater if you are a woman, you have a genetic predisposition to autoimmunity, or you are exposed to certain pollutants. These diseases include more than 100 lifelong and costly illnesses such as type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and multiple sclerosis. They are often difficult to diagnose and currently impossible to cure.The effects of autoimmune disease are devastating. As a person’s own…

Last Updated: November 15, 2023, 13:57 ISTDangerous Laser Intrusion on Kolkata-Bound Flight Prompts Urgent Action from Airport Authorities.Kolkata skies averted disaster as laser lights disrupted pilot's descent. Heroic response from officials & police ensured swift resolution.A pilot making his descent into Kolkata reported a potentially dangerous encounter with laser lights infiltrating the cockpit.Kolkata airport officials swiftly escalated the matter to local law enforcement, prompting immediate action to address…

Trai issues recommendations on AI, says regulatory framework for development of responsible AI urgently needed, which is applicable across sectors. Regulatory framework should ensure that specific AI use cases are regulated on a risk-based framework where high risk use cases that directly impact humans are regulated through legally binding obligations. Catch all the Technology News and…

The United Nations Security Council is set to hold its first-ever meeting to address the potential threats posed by artificial intelligence (AI) to international peace and security. This meeting, organized by the United Kingdom during its presidency of the council, is scheduled for July 18. The UK Ambassador, Barbara Woodward, highlighted the tremendous potential of AI, but also acknowledged major risks, such as its use in autonomous weapons or controlling nuclear weapons.UN Council meetingThe event will feature…

There's a reason for Apple users to be cautious as exploits have been found in the latest iOS 16 software on iPhones, iPads, and Macs. On Monday, the Cupertino-based tech giant released an urgent security update for these devices to fix vulnerabilities that could be exploited. Although Apple periodically releases software updates that fix bugs, bring new features, and deal with critical security issues, the problem lies with the update size and the mass rollout. This update was part of Apple's new Rapid Security Response…

A report from a United Nations body on environmental threats to Canada's largest national park shows the urgency of the problems, says a spokesperson for the First Nation that originally brought concerns about Wood Buffalo National Park to UNESCO.The document, released last week and the latest in series of examinations of the park on the Alberta-Northwest Territories boundary, reaffirms threats from dams, oilsands development and climate change.Melody Lepine of the Mikisew Cree First Nation says the report is clearer than…

Fans of Diablo 4 (stylised as Diablo IV) have been told to make a crucial change to avoid hackers. The game, published by Activision Blizzard, was released to critical acclaim worldwide last month.However, the title has been hampered by a constant barrage of DDoS (Distributed Denial-of-Service) attacks, which have blocked players from logging into their accounts. These attacks keep players offline – Diablo 4 requires an active internet at all times, even when playing single-player modes in the title.The ongoing attacks…

Quantity of Existing Research on the Health of Individuals Experiencing Homelessness in the Republic of Ireland by (A) Health Category, and (B) Article Topic: 2012—2022. Credit: Journal of Public Health (2023). DOI: 10.1007/s10389-023-01934-0 Homelessness levels are continuing to rise in most of Europe, but Ireland is unique in the severity of recent national spikes in homelessness. According to Ireland's Department of…