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Chimpanzees shock biologists with rational thinking

Popular Science

The primates appear to change their minds based on the strength of evidence, just like humans. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. The human capacity for rational thinking makes us unique among the animal kingdom, according to wise, old Aristotle . However, an ever-growing body of research suggests that rationality might not be quite as distinctive a human quality as we might have thought. In a study recently published in the journal, researchers at the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Uganda presented chimpanzees with two boxes: one with food and one without a snack.


When science fiction becomes reality: Scientists reveal what would REALLY happen if the sun started to dim like in Project Hail Mary - with catastrophic results

Daily Mail - Science & tech

Trump's'real' plan for ending war in Ukraine'revealed': $300 BILLION boost to America and joint space missions with Russia to Mars... but Putin may still have the last laugh Details of Trump's secret phone call with Venezuelan leader emerge as Pentagon hits back at chilling'kill everybody' message America's second-largest county offers new program giving residents $500 a month with no strings attached Fugitive football coach Travis Turner'left home with a firearm' before vanishing amid child porn allegations Calls for Anthony Fauci be prosecuted amid Trump's autopen declaration... while Biden also faces charge threat Why breaking up with Prince Harry was the'best thing that ever happened' to Chelsy Davy: SARAH RAINEY reveals why she's'never been happier' - and how she would have hated the'Montecito madness' There's always been whispers about Tupac's sexuality... now for first time, friends and the boys he kissed share flamboyant tales of eyeshadow, nail varnish and his secret'longings' Keith Urban linked to NEW woman, 25: Friends tell how Nicole Kidman divorce drama has reignited with petty Nashville standoff... and why he has the kids for Thanksgiving Female shopper is SPAT on while browsing aisles of iconic Portland book store in suspected'bias crime' Cheerleader, 18, 'fought for her life' as she was killed on cruise ship, aunt says, as stepbrother, 16, faces questions over his alleged involvement Trump to pardon drug trafficking former Honduran president saying he was treated'very harshly and unfairly' Secret war tearing apart $70M power couple: Dark reason their marriage is spinning out of control... after 10-hour livestreamed mega fight The cruel truth behind Bianca Wallace's loving hospital snap of her and Ioan Gruffudd's new'angel child'... and who I feel most sorry for in this sickening saga: AMANDA PLATELL Bianca Censori's little sister Angelina goes completely makeup-free as she steps out in the affluent suburb Toorak The Kennedy brother who put a pillow over Marilyn Monroe's face as she screamed... and a deathbed phone call promised to'shock the whole world' - by author JAMES PATTERSON What would happen if the sun started to dim? Scientists have revealed the terrifying answer to this question, which is the subject of the upcoming science fiction blockbuster, Project Hail Mary. The film, based on a novel of the same name by The Martian author, Andy Weir, follows a lone scientist on a mission to uncover why the sun is dimming. In the movie, which is set to hit cinemas in March 2026, the sun's brightness is predicted to fall one per cent in a year and five per cent in 20 years. These numbers might sound small. But in reality, scientists say that these changes would be more than enough to wipe out humanity.


Apple Watch sleep score: What your number really means

FOX News

Apple's new Sleep Score feature gives Apple Watch users a single number rating for sleep quality, requiring watchOS 26 and iPhone with iOS 26 or later.


The WIRED Guide to Digital Opsec for Teens

WIRED

Practicing good "operations security" is essential to staying safe online. Here's a complete guide for teenagers (and anyone else) who wants to button up their digital lives. Teenagers have always been formidable hackers. In fact, in recent years, some of the most high-profile and brazen digital attacks around the world have been carried out by teens. And whether you've never given much thought to your digital privacy and security or you've started to rein in your data, you can use this guide to implement basic precautions and keep operations security in mind. In other words, this guide contains advice and ideas to help you conceptualize how people can find out information about you from your digital activities--and start to minimize what's out there in ways you didn't intend. Some people are more private by nature, and others prioritize putting themselves out there. But even if you're a 24/7 streamer, you can still think about your operations security, commonly known as opsec. What can viewers see in your room while you're streaming?


Micron to invest 9.6 billion in western Japan plant, report says

The Japan Times

Micron to invest $9.6 billion in western Japan plant, report says Signage at the Micron Technology booth at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai is seen on Nov. 6. Micron Technology will spend ยฅ1.5 trillion ($9.6 billion) to build a plant in western Japan to make memory chips for artificial intelligence applications, Nikkei newspaper reported. The move comes as Micron looks to diversify advanced chip production outside of Taiwan, Nikkei said, citing people familiar with the matter. The new factory will manufacture high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips, a key component for working with AI processors such as those made by Nvidia, according to the report. Micron will build the facility within the compound of its Hiroshima plant, starting in May, with plans to launch HBM shipments around 2028, Nikkei said. The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry will subsidize up to ยฅ500 billion of the costs for the project, the newspaper said.


No, your favourite influencer hasn't got a dozen dachshund dogs. It's just AI

BBC News

No, your favourite influencer hasn't got a dozen dachshund dogs. When scrolling through social media recently, you might have noticed posts which seem a bit off. It's all AI generated and due to its low quality and its inauthenticity, it's being branded AI slop. Both social media users and content creators say they're worried that AI slop flooding feeds is leading to a less authentic online experience - and is drowning out real posts. But a new trend, which sees people adding AI-generated animals to original photographs, has encouraged some content creators to embrace AI.


Find a lost phone that is off or dead

FOX News

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The best Black Friday TV deals in the UK โ€“ and how to avoid a bad one

The Guardian

We've rounded up the best Black Friday TV deals for every budget, from 50in OLEDs and small smart TVs to top-rated brands like Samsung and LG Do you really need to buy a new TV? The Guardian's journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. W hen it comes to buying a new TV during Black Friday, careful prep and a canny eye for detail are everything. Sometimes that big-screen bargain isn't quite the steal you might think, and even if the price is right, niggling problems could sour long-term satisfaction. The Guardian's journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. And it may be that you don't need a new TV at all - don't let the Black Friday FOMO fool you. Read our guide to making the most out of the TV you already have .


America's most-used password in 2025 revealed

FOX News

NordPass 2025 report reveals 'admin' as the most common password in the United States, with weak logins like '123456' and 'password' dominating global lists.