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New tool streamlines the creation of moving pictures

It's often easy to imagine balloons soaring or butterflies fluttering across a still image, but realizing this vision through computer animation is easier said than done. Now, a team of researchers has developed a new tool that makes animating such images much simpler. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181024112147.htm

EPA Selects National Wildlife Federation’s Resilience Education Program in Houston for Environmental Education Grant

EPA Selects National Wildlife Federation’s Resilience Education Program in Houston for Environmental Education Grant Region 06 DALLAS – (Oct. 25, 2018) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) selected the National Wildlife Federation’s Resilience Ambassadors Program in Houston as one of 37 organizations to receive funding under the 2018 Environmental Education (EE) Grants Program. Published October 25, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

EPA Selects Insights El Paso Science Center’s Student Conservation Program for Environmental Education Grant

EPA Selects Insights El Paso Science Center’s Student Conservation Program for Environmental Education Grant Region 06 DALLAS – (Oct. 25, 2018) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) selected Insights El Paso Science Center in El Paso, Texas, as one of 37 organizations to receive funding under the 2018 Environmental Education (EE) Grants Program. Published October 25, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

EPA, Justice Department and State of Mississippi Reach Settlement with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Requiring Nationwide Safety and Chemical Accident Prevention Measures

EPA, Justice Department and State of Mississippi Reach Settlement with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Requiring Nationwide Safety and Chemical Accident Prevention Measures Region 04 ATLANTA (Oct. 25, 2018) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) announced a national settlement with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Published October 25, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

NSF announces new awards for research to better understand Earth’s biodiversity

NSF announces new awards for research to better understand Earth’s biodiversity The National Science Foundation (NSF) is investing over $18 million in 10 new projects to research processes in nature and their complex interactions with climate, land use and invasive species at local, regional and continental scales. The awards are funded through NSF's Dimensions of Biodiversity program in the agency's environmental biology division. Despite centuries of discovery, most of our planet's biodiversity remains unknown. The scale of the unknown diversity on Earth is ... More at https://www.nsf.gov/news/news_summ.jsp?cntn_id=296993&WT.mc_id=USNSF_51&WT.mc_ev=click This is an NSF News item. Published October 25, 2018 at 09:47PM Read more at nsf.gov

Divide and Preserve: Reclassifying Tigers to Help Save Them From Extinction

By RACHEL NUWER from NYT Science https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/25/science/six-tiger-subspecies.html?partner=IFTTT via IFTTT

Hubble Captures the Ghost of Cassiopeia

via NASA Image of the Day http://www.nasa.gov/image-feature/goddard/2018/hubble-captures-the-ghost-of-cassiopeia

Genome-wide study confirms six tiger subspecies

Fewer than 4,000 free-ranging tigers remain in the wild. Efforts to protect these remaining tigers have also been stymied by uncertainty about whether they represent six, five or only two subspecies. Now, researchers who've analyzed the complete genomes of 32 representative tiger specimens confirm that tigers indeed fall into six genetically distinct groups. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025113212.htm

Efficient electrochemical cells for carbon dioxide conversion

Scientists have developed electrochemical cells that convert carbon monoxide derived from carbon dioxide into commercially viable compounds more effectively and efficiently than existing technologies. Their research provides a new strategy for capturing carbon dioxide and converting it into chemical feedstocks. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025113218.htm

Discovery of new superconducting materials using materials informatics

Scientists have succeeded in discovering new materials that exhibit superconductivity under high pressures using materials informatics (MI) approaches (data science-based material search techniques). This study experimentally demonstrated that MI enables efficient exploration of new superconducting materials. MI approaches may be applicable to the development of various functional materials, including superconductors. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025103335.htm

EPA Awards $1.5 Million Grant and Services to Support Environmental Programs in Kentucky

EPA Awards $1.5 Million Grant and Services to Support Environmental Programs in Kentucky Region 04 ATLANTA (Oct. 25, 2018) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet a Performance Partnership Grant (PPG) of more than $1.5 million in funding and services to advance environmental protection across the Commonwealth.  Published October 25, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

Targeted Facebook ads shown to be highly effective in the 2016 US Presidential election

Intensive, micro-targeted Facebook adverts increased Republican turnout by up to 10 per cent among key voter groups, according to a new study. The study raises important questions about whether more regulation or transparency is needed. The paper was produced in collaboration with ETH Zurich and the University Carlos III in Madrid. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025103303.htm

Studying Pluto orbiter mission

Astronomers have made several discoveries that expand the range and value of a future Pluto orbiter mission. The breakthroughs define a fuel-saving orbital tour and demonstrate that an orbiter can continue exploration in the Kuiper Belt after surveying Pluto. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181024163636.htm

ISS Daily Summary Report – 10/24/2018

Fluids Integrated Rack (FIR) / Light Microscopy Module (LMM) / Biophysics-4:  Following an overall successful conclusion of the Biophysics-4 experiment run, the Biophysics-4 plate was removed from the LMM and stowed.  The Biophysics-4 experiment contained proteins with both a fast and slow evolutionary period, which were observed by the ground teams.  Proteins are important biological … from ISS On-Orbit Status Report https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2018/10/24/iss-daily-summary-report-10242018/

Boston Seafood Distributor to Pay $700,000 Under Settlement with EPA and DOJ for Alleged Chemical Accident Prevention Violations

Boston Seafood Distributor to Pay $700,000 Under Settlement with EPA and DOJ for Alleged Chemical Accident Prevention Violations Region 01 BOSTON – A seafood distribution company that formerly operated in Boston, Mass. will pay a cash penalty, subject to court approval, settling allegations by the U.S. Published October 24, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

Infinix Hot S3X With Display Notch, Dual Camera Setup Launched in India: Price, Specifications, Features

Transsion Holdings-owned online smartphone brand Infinix on Thursday announced the launch of its latest Hot S3X smartphone in India. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/infinix-hot-s3x-price-9999-india-specifications-features-1937546

Google Search Gets Quick Access Controls for Privacy, Ads Settings, Activity Controls

Google says that these Search controls are rolling out for mobile and web users right away, and will roll it out to Android and iOS users in the coming weeks. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/internet/news/google-search-gets-quick-access-controls-for-privacy-ads-settings-activity-controls-1937529

Google Search Gets Quick Access Controls for Privacy, Ads Settings, Activity Controls

Google says that these Search controls are rolling out for mobile and web users right away, and will roll it out to Android and iOS users in the coming weeks. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/internet/news/google-search-gets-quick-access-controls-for-privacy-ads-settings-activity-controls-1937529

Ericsson starts export of 5G-ready telecom gear to Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand

Ericsson said it has started exporting 5G-ready telecom equipment such as base stations and microwave gear from its manufacturing facility in Pune to Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/ericsson-starts-export-of-5g-ready-telecom-gear-to-indonesia-singapore-and-thailand/66361797?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

OnePlus Tops India Premium Smartphone Market in Q3 2018, OnePlus 6 Remains Highest Seller: Counterpoint

OnePlus has once again topped premium smartphone shipments in India, in Q3 2018, for its second successive quarter with about 30 percent of market share. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/oneplus-india-premium-smartphone-segment-q3-2018-6-samsung-apple-1937443

OnePlus Tops India Premium Smartphone Market in Q3 2018, OnePlus 6 Remains Highest Seller: Counterpoint

OnePlus has once again topped premium smartphone shipments in India, in Q3 2018, for its second successive quarter with about 30 percent of market share. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/oneplus-india-premium-smartphone-segment-q3-2018-6-samsung-apple-1937443

Nokia begins manufacturing of 5G equipment in India

Finnish telecom gear maker said that it has started manufacturing 5G equipment in India. It's Chennai manufacturing plant is making New Radio (NR) based on the 3GPP 5G New Radio Release 15 standard. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/nokia-begins-manufacturing-of-5g-equipment-in-india/66358792?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 With Front Camera Slider, 4 Cameras, Up to 10GB RAM Launched: Price, Specifications

Big features of the Mi Mix 3 include up to 10GB RAM, Snapdragon 845 processor, and a 24-megapixel front AI-based sensor. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/xiaomi-mi-mix-3-with-front-camera-slider-10gb-ram-launched-price-specifications-1937417

We are seeing better momentum for large deals: Abidali Neemuchwala, CEO, Wipro

Right now the demand environment looks quite good… both for Wipro and in general for technology services, says Wipro's CEO. from enterprise-it - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/we-are-seeing-better-momentum-for-large-deals-abidali-neemuchwala-ceo-wipro/66356386?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Trump Reportedly Using Unsecured iPhone, China and Russia Said to Be Listening In

Chinese and Russian spies often eavesdrop on President Donald Trump when he uses his unsecured iPhone to gossip with old friends, the New York Times reported on Wednesday. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/trump-reportedly-using-unsecured-iphone-china-and-russia-said-to-be-listening-in-1937337

Apple CEO Tim Cook Backs Privacy Laws, Warns Data Being 'Weaponised'

Apple CEO Tim Cook applauded European Union authorities for bringing in a strict new data privacy law this year and said the iPhone maker supports a US federal privacy law. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/apple-ceo-tim-cook-backs-privacy-laws-warns-data-being-weaponised-1937266

Microsoft Quarterly Profit Soars on Cloud Services, LinkedIn Growth

Microsoft on Wednesday said its profit in the recently ended quarter soared on the back of revenue from services hosted in the internet cloud and its career-focused social network LinkedIn. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/internet/news/microsoft-quarterly-profit-soars-on-cloud-services-linkedin-growth-1937272

Red Dead Redemption 2 Release Date, Gameplay, Map, and Everything Else You Need to Know

Red Dead Redemption 2 release date, download size, preload time, gameplay, map, and everything else you need to know. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/features/red-dead-redemption-2-pc-review-gameplay-map-ps4-release-date-pre-order-system-requirements-1936507

Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 Standard Edition: Here's Everything That You Get

Following Red Dead Redemption 2 leaked gameplay, a full reveal of the Red Dead Redemption 2 map, and an early release date in several regions, we now have our first look of what to expect from the game. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/red-dead-redemption-2-ps4-map-standard-edition-1936321

Red Dead Redemption 2 Full Map Leaked

Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 gameplay and the in-game map was leaked yesterday. Now it appears that we have a complete view of the Red Dead Redemption 2 map courtesy of the game's strategy guide. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/red-dead-redemption-2-full-map-leaked-1936070

EPA, Justice Department and State of Mississippi Reach Settlement with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Requiring Nationwide Safety and Chemical Accident Prevention Measures

EPA, Justice Department and State of Mississippi Reach Settlement with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Requiring Nationwide Safety and Chemical Accident Prevention Measures Headquarters, Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA) WASHINGTON  — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) announced a national settlement with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Published October 24, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

Augmented reality may assist cardiologists plan and perform complex procedures

Researchers have taken a new look at augmented reality's potential to help cardiologists visualize myocardial scarring in the heart as they perform ventricular tachycardia ablation or other electrophysiological interventions. The team's findings demonstrate that the new augmented reality technology confers a number of advantages. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181024112153.htm

Realme C1 Review

Realme C1 has a good set of features and specifications for the price. But does it deliver the same performance too? Read our review to find out. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/reviews/realme-c1-review-1936724

Flipkart and Amazon Sales: The Best Deals on Mobiles Right Now

Honor Play, OnePlus 6, Oppo F9, Nokia 5.1 Plus, Nokia 6.1 Plus, iPhone X deals and other mobile offers during Amazon Great Indian Festival and Flipkart Festive Dhamaka sales. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/features/amazon-flipkart-sales-oneplus-6-realme-1-nokia-6-1-5-1-plus-oppo-f9-iphone-x-1937312

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 Launch Set for Today, Latest Leak Reveals Key Specifications

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 is all set to launch at an event scheduled for today, October 25, in China. The event will be held in the country’s capital, Beijing, and will start at 2pm CST. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/xiaomi-mi-mix-3-china-launch-today-live-stream-price-specifications-features-1937298

Asus ZenFone Max M1 Review

Asus ZenFone Max M1 is powered by an octa-core processor and packs in a big 4000mAh battery. Is that enough to make it the best phone under 10000? We review to find out. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/reviews/asus-zenfone-max-m1-review-1935880

OnePlus 6T to Be Sold Offline via Reliance Digital Stores in India

OnePlus has announced a partnership with Reliance Digital to sell its smartphones across the wide network of Reliance Digital offline stores in multiple cities in India. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/oneplus-6t-offline-sale-reliance-digital-stores-india-specifications-1936182

Realme C1 Review

Realme C1 has a good set of features and specifications for the price. But does it deliver the same performance too? Read our review to find out. from RSS Feeds : RSS REVIEWS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/reviews/realme-c1-review-1936724

Asus ZenFone Max M1 Review

Asus ZenFone Max M1 is powered by an octa-core processor and packs in a big 4000mAh battery. Is that enough to make it the best phone under 10000? We review to find out. from RSS Feeds : RSS REVIEWS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/reviews/asus-zenfone-max-m1-review-1935880

Daredevil Season 3: What Worked and What Didn’t

In asking big questions of its titular blind vigilante, Daredevil season 3 not only created a omniscient and omnipotent villain, but also failed to answer them properly in the end. from RSS Feeds : RSS REVIEWS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/entertainment/reviews/daredevil-season-3-review-release-date-episode-1-episode-4-episode-9-spoilers-full-season-1936057

Contractual employee dies at NSF's Palmer Station, Antarctica

Contractual employee dies at NSF's Palmer Station, Antarctica An employee for a subcontractor to the National Science Foundation's Antarctic logistics contractor has died of natural causes at Palmer Station, Antarctica. The death occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m. Chile Summer Time (CLST) on Tuesday, Oct. 23. The employee's next of kin have been notified. NSF is not releasing any medical or personal information on the deceased. The U.S. Embassy in Chile has been informed of the situation. Palmer Station is on the Antarctic Peninsula, ... More at https://www.nsf.gov/news/news_summ.jsp?cntn_id=297045&WT.mc_id=USNSF_51&WT.mc_ev=click This is an NSF News item. Published October 25, 2018 at 12:30AM Read more at nsf.gov

Small flying robots haul heavy loads

Small flying robots can perch and move objects 40 times their weight with the help of powerful winches and two previous inventions -- gecko adhesives and microspines. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181024142612.htm

The pirate of the southern skies

Astronomers have observed the active star-forming region NGC 2467 -- sometimes referred to as the Skull and Crossbones Nebula. The new image was captured as part of the ESO Cosmic Gems Programme, which makes use of the rare occasions when observing conditions are not suitable for gathering scientific data. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181024112216.htm

Device created to deliver immunotherapy without side effects

Scientists have developed a nanodevice to deliver immunotherapy without side effects to treat triple-negative breast cancer. Inserted straight into a tumor, this device makes it possible to deliver a one-time, sustained-release dose that would eliminate the need for patients to undergo several IV treatments over time. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181023150014.htm