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Earth's dust cloud satellites confirmed

Astronomers and physicists may have confirmed two elusive clouds of dust, in semi-stable points just 400,000 kilometers from Earth. The clouds, first reported by and named for Polish astronomer Kazimierz Kordylewski in 1961, are exceptionally faint, so their existence is controversial. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181026102622.htm

NASA Invites Media to View Orion Test Capsule and Recovery Hardware

Media are invited to see a test version of NASA’s Orion spacecraft, as well as the hardware that will be used to recover the spacecraft on its return from space, at 9 a.m. PST Wednesday, Nov. 7, at Naval Base San Diego. from NASA Breaking News http://www.nasa.gov/press-release/nasa-invites-media-to-view-orion-test-capsule-and-recovery-hardware

It’s Valley Fog Season

via NASA Image of the Day http://www.nasa.gov/image-feature/it-s-valley-fog-season

Low cost, energy-saving radiative cooling system ready for real-world applications

Engineers have successfully scaled up an innovative water-cooling system capable of providing continuous day-and-night radiative cooling for structures. The advance could increase the efficiency of power generation plants in summer and lead to more efficient, environmentally-friendly temperature control for homes, businesses, utilities and industries. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181026114627.htm

Study breaks Förster resonant energy transfer (FRET) distance limit

Using engineered nanocomposite structures called metamaterials, a research team reports the ability to measure a significant increase in the energy transfer between molecules. This breakthrough breaks the Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET) distance limit of ~10-20 nanometers, and leads to the possibility of measuring larger molecular assemblies. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025135905.htm

The ghost of Cassiopeia

About 550 light-years away in the constellation of Cassiopeia lies IC 63, a stunning and slightly eerie nebula. Also known as the ghost of Cassiopeia, IC 63 is being shaped by radiation from a nearby unpredictably variable star, Gamma Cassiopeiae, which is slowly eroding away the ghostly cloud of dust and gas. This celestial ghost makes the perfect backdrop for the upcoming feast of All Hallow's Eve -- better known as Halloween. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025113153.htm

The ghost of Cassiopeia

About 550 light-years away in the constellation of Cassiopeia lies IC 63, a stunning and slightly eerie nebula. Also known as the ghost of Cassiopeia, IC 63 is being shaped by radiation from a nearby unpredictably variable star, Gamma Cassiopeiae, which is slowly eroding away the ghostly cloud of dust and gas. This celestial ghost makes the perfect backdrop for the upcoming feast of All Hallow's Eve -- better known as Halloween. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025113153.htm

Huawei bullish on enterprise business in India; sets up a new lab

The executive said that Huawei's enterprise business has grown over 60% on year in India in the first three quarters, driven by digitization drive of industries like BFSI, Energy and Smart Cities. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/huawei-bullish-on-enterprise-business-in-india-sets-up-a-new-lab/66381243?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

How the brain decides what to learn

Neuroscientists know a lot about how our brains learn new things, but not much about how they choose what to focus on while they learn. Now, researchers have traced that ability to an unexpected place. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025142023.htm

Biologists use 'mini retinas' to better understand connection between eye and brain

Biologists are growing 'mini retinas' in the lab from stem cells to mimic the growth of the human retina. The researchers hope to restore sight when critical connections between the eye and the brain are damaged. These models also allow researchers to better understand how cells in the retina develop and are organized. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025155714.htm

Nanotubes may give the world better batteries

Scientists use thin films of multiwalled carbon nanotubes to keep lithium metal from sprouting dendrites, tentacle-like growths that can cause batteries to fail. The strategy could be key to developing batteries that hold more energy and charge faster than current, ubiquitous lithium-ion batteries. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025151034.htm

A Futuristic Vision of Tokyo Inspired by 'Blade Runner'

via Photo Latest https://www.wired.com/story/toyko-blade-runner-photo-gallery

ISS Daily Summary Report – 10/25/2018

Veg-03G:  Today, the crew installed a Root Mat and Plant Pillows, then powered up Veg-03G and set light intervals.  They then filled the Plant Pillows and Root Mat with water in order to initiate the Veg-03G experiment.  This is the first day of a 28 day growth cycle for the Red Russian Kale and Dragoon … from ISS On-Orbit Status Report https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2018/10/25/iss-daily-summary-report-10252018/

OnePlus 5, 5T’s OxygenOS 5.1.6 Update Brings Support for Idea VoLTE, October 2018 Security Patch

OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T are receiving the latest OxygenOS 5.1.6 software update which brings support for 4G VoLTE on Idea Cellular’s network in India. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/oneplus-5-5t-oxygenos-5-1-6-idea-volte-october-security-patch-project-treble-1938230

Lenovo Z5 Pro Launch Teased for November 1 With In-Screen Fingerprint Tech, Camera Slider

The poster also confirms that the Lenovo Z5 Pro will sport a camera slider, similar to the one seen on the Oppo Find X and the newly launched Xiaomi Mi Mix 3. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/lenovo-z5-pro-launch-november-1-teased-in-posters-1938213

Xbox Game Pass Coming to Windows 10 PC: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella

Xbox Game Pass is coming to Windows 10 PC. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella stated that the company has plans to bring the Netflix-styled game subscription service to Windows 10 PC. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/xbox-game-pass-coming-to-windows-10-pc-microsoft-ceo-satya-nadella-1938207

Nubia Red Magic 2 Gaming Smartphone With Snapdragon 845 SoC, 10GB RAM Teased

Nubia has posted an official teaser for its upcoming Red Magic 2 smartphone, showcasing features such as the Snapdragon 845 processor and 10GB of RAM. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/nubia-red-magic-2-teaser-specifications-snapdragon-845-soc-10gb-ram-4d-gaming-1938209

Vivo V9 Pro to Be Available via Offline Stores in India From Monday, Offers Detailed

Chinese phone manufacturer Vivo on Friday announced the offline availability of its recently launched Vivo V9 Pro smartphone in India. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/vivo-v9-pro-offline-availability-price-17990-india-launch-offers-specifications-features-1938201

Realme Says Will Be 'First to Launch' MediaTek Helio P70 SoC-Powered Smartphone Globally

MediaTek had recently announced the Helip P70 SoC, and had said that it is already in volume production, and will become available to clients by November this year. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/realme-mediatek-helio-p70-smartphone-launch-soon-1938178

Asus ZenFone Lite L1 Review

Asus ZenFone Lite L1 price in India is Rs. 6,999 but should it be your top pick? Read our review to find out. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/reviews/asus-zenfone-lite-l1-review-price-in-india-1938026

Asus ZenFone Lite L1 Review

Asus ZenFone Lite L1 price in India is Rs. 6,999 but should it be your top pick? Read our review to find out. from RSS Feeds : RSS REVIEWS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/reviews/asus-zenfone-lite-l1-review-price-in-india-1938026

Samsung, Reliance Jio to conduct 5G field trials in Delhi next year

Samsung will conduct 5G field trials in New Delhi in the first half of the next year, and is said to be working closely with the department of Telecommunications. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/samsung-reliance-jio-to-conduct-5g-field-trials-in-delhi-next-year/66376357?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

OnePlus 6T to Launch in the UAE Exclusively via Souq.com, Pre-Orders Go Live on October 31

OnePlus announced a partnership with Amazon-owned Souq.com to launch the OnePlus 6T in the UAE, making a presence in the Middle East for the first time. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/oneplus-6t-souq-com-amazon-exclusive-uae-price-specifications-features-october-29-1938047

Microsoft Says Will Honour Data Localisation Requests From Governments

"We will have to comply with data laws of various countries," Ann Johnson, Corporate Vice President, Cybersecurity Solutions Group at Microsoft, told IANS. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/internet/news/microsoft-says-will-honour-data-localisation-requests-from-governments-1938031

Pokemon Go Gets Adventure Sync, Allows for Background Steps Counting

Furthermore, Pokemon Go'snew feature will allow it to sync with HealthKit on iOS and Android's Google Fit to give players access to a weekly summary of distance travelled on foot, calories burned and steps counted. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/pokemon-go-adventure-sync-feature-walking-data-collection-background-1937984

Artificial fly brain can tell who's who

Researchers have built a neural network that mimics the fruit fly's visual system and can distinguish and re-identify flies. This provides evidence that the humble fruit fly's vision is clearer than previously thought. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025142010.htm

Pokemon Go Gets Adventure Sync, Allows for Background Steps Counting

Furthermore, Pokemon Go'snew feature will allow it to sync with HealthKit on iOS and Android's Google Fit to give players access to a weekly summary of distance travelled on foot, calories burned and steps counted. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/pokemon-go-adventure-sync-feature-walking-data-collection-background-1937984

Qualcomm showcases 4G, 5G capable embedded SIM smartphone

Quacomm Friday launched a prototype of 4G and 5G enabled dual embedded SIM smartphone that can work on the spetrum in the 3.5GHz range. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/qualcomm-showcases-4g-5g-capable-embedded-sim-smartphone/66374619?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Mozilla Firefox 63 Released With Enhanced Tracking Protection, Search Shortcuts, More

Besides Enhanced Tracking Protection, the new features in Firefox 63 include Search Shortcuts, Siri Shortcuts for Firefox for iOS, and more. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/mozilla-firefox-63-update-rollout-enhanced-tracking-protection-android-windows-mac-ios-release-1937041

Apple Supplier AMS Hit by Forecast Doubts Amid Chip Slowdown

AMS disappointed investors with its fourth quarter forecast, knocking 25 percent off the value of its shares despite the Austrian firm winning deals with other smartphone makers. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/apple-supplier-ams-hit-by-forecast-doubts-amid-chip-slowdown-1937006

Fortnite Update 6.20 Adds Fortnitemares Event

Epic Games has announced the latest update to Fortnite. The battle royale sensation for Android, iOS, PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch gets a limited time event called Fortnitemares. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/fortnite-update-6-20-adds-fortnitemares-event-1936922

Steve Carell Cast in Apple Series Alongside Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon: Report

Steve Carell has reportedly been cast as the male lead in Apple’s as-yet untitled drama about a morning news TV show, alongside Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/entertainment/news/steve-carell-apple-morning-show-cast-jennifer-aniston-reese-witherspoon-1936773

iPhone XS Max Seen to Destroy Google Pixel 3 XL in Speed Test

The speed test shows that while the iPhone XS Max completes its first "lap" in just one minute and 46 seconds, the Pixel 3 XL took two minutes and two seconds in completing its first lap. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/google-pixel-3-xl-apple-iphone-xs-max-speed-test-video-1936772

Apple CEO Tim Cook Expected to Back Strong Privacy Laws in Europe, US

Cook is expected to stress the Apple's commitment to privacy and backing for strong laws on both sides of the Atlantic to protect the use of data, according to remarks prepared for delivery at a Brussels event. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/apple-ceo-tim-cook-expected-to-back-strong-privacy-laws-in-europe-us-1936390

Launch of 2018 iPhone Models Helps Chipmaker AMS' Profit Surge

AMS has been focusing on four businesses: optical sensors, such as the ones used in the new iPhones, image sensors for self-driving cars, audio sensors such as microphones and environmental sensors. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/launch-of-2018-iphone-models-helps-chipmaker-ams-profit-surge-1936319

Windows 10 October 2018 Update Hit by ZIP File Bug Spotted Months Before Release

The Windows 10 October 2018 Update contains a bug related to extracting/ pasting files from a ZIP archive when using the Windows File Explorer tool. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/laptops/news/windows-10-version-1809-zip-archive-bug-public-zero-day-vulnerability-sandbox-escaper-1937052

Mozilla Firefox 63 Released With Enhanced Tracking Protection, Search Shortcuts, More

Besides Enhanced Tracking Protection, the new features in Firefox 63 include Search Shortcuts, Siri Shortcuts for Firefox for iOS, and more. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/mozilla-firefox-63-update-rollout-enhanced-tracking-protection-android-windows-mac-ios-release-1937041

Fortnite Update 6.20 Adds Fortnitemares Event

Epic Games has announced the latest update to Fortnite. The battle royale sensation for Android, iOS, PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch gets a limited time event called Fortnitemares. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/fortnite-update-6-20-adds-fortnitemares-event-1936922

La EPA crea conciencia sobre las reglas referentes a la pintura con plomo en Filadelfia

La EPA crea conciencia sobre las reglas referentes a la pintura con plomo en Filadelfia Region 03 FILADELFIA (25 de octubre de 2018) -- La Agencia de Protección Ambiental (EPA, por sus siglas en inglés) de EE. UU. está colaborando con socios locales a fin de crear conciencia sobre las reglas de la EPA referentes a la pintura con plomo en los vecindarios de Filadelfia.  Published October 25, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

Artificial fly brain can tell who's who

Researchers have built a neural network that mimics the fruit fly's visual system and can distinguish and re-identify flies. This provides evidence that the humble fruit fly's vision is clearer than previously thought. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025142010.htm

Where Did Fish First Evolve? The Answer May Be Shallow

By NICHOLAS ST. FLEUR from NYT Science https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/25/science/fish-evolution-shallow-coasts.html?partner=IFTTT via IFTTT

Mysteries of polymer strands in fuel cells unravelled

Fuel cell efficiency of hydrogen fuel cells decreases as the Nafion membrane, used to separate the anode and cathode within a fuel cell, swells as it interacts with water. Russian and Australian researchers have now shown that this Nafion separator membrane partially unwinds some of its constituent fibers, which then protrude away from the surface into the bulk water phase for hundreds of microns. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181024112228.htm

Mathematicians propose new hunting model to save rhinos and whales from extinction

Mathematicians have created a new model -- of a variety commonly found in the world of finance -- to show how to harvest a species at an optimal rate, while making sure that the animals do not get wiped out by chance. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181024112222.htm

Razer Phone 2 Passes Durability Test With Flying Colours, Is Stronger Than the First-Gen Razer Phone

Razer Phone 2 performed well in all the durability tests, and was on par, if not better, with competing flagship models in the market. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/razer-phone-2-jerryrigeverything-scratch-burn-bend-test-durability-1937931

Mozilla Firefox 63 Released With Enhanced Tracking Protection, Search Shortcuts, More

Besides Enhanced Tracking Protection, the new features in Firefox 63 include Search Shortcuts, Siri Shortcuts for Firefox for iOS, and more. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/mozilla-firefox-63-update-rollout-enhanced-tracking-protection-android-windows-mac-ios-release-1937041

Air pollution and noise increase risk for heart attacks

Air pollution and transportation noise are both associated with an increased risk of heart attacks. Studies on air pollution, which do not take into account traffic noise, tend to overestimate the long-term effect of air pollution on heart attacks. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181024112244.htm

NASA Awards Library and Information Services Technical Support Contract

NASA has awarded the Goddard Library and Information Services Technical Support (GLISTS) contract to Select Federal Services, LLC of Sweetwater, Tennessee. The work will be performed at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md. from NASA Breaking News http://www.nasa.gov/press-release/nasa-awards-library-and-information-services-technical-support-contract

Firm settles violations with U.S. EPA, provides equipment to Maricopa County clinics to identify children exposed to lead

Firm settles violations with U.S. EPA, provides equipment to Maricopa County clinics to identify children exposed to lead Region 09 SAN FRANCISCO – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement with True View Windows & Glass Block, Inc. for violations of the federal Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule. Published October 25, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

EPA Selects EcoRise Expansion in Texas and Louisiana for Environmental Education Grant

EPA Selects EcoRise Expansion in Texas and Louisiana for Environmental Education Grant Region 06 DALLAS – (Oct. 25, 2018) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) selected EcoRise’s efforts to expand their teacher training programs in Texas and Louisiana for one of 37 projects to receive funding under the 2018 Environmental Education (EE) Grants Program. Published October 25, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

Novel material could make plastic manufacturing more energy-efficient

An innovative filtering material may soon reduce the environmental cost of manufacturing plastic. The material, a metal-organic framework, can extract ethylene, the key ingredient in the most common form of plastic, from a mixture of other chemicals -- while consuming far less energy than usual. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181025141944.htm