Scientists at the University of Twente in the Netherlands are mixing motion sensors with machine learning to create a powerful tool that could help combat wildlife poaching. Motion sensors have already given conservationists the ability to track the whereabouts of endangered … [Read more...] about Motion sensor uses AI to recognize when wildlife is running from poachers
The planet’s least loved vehicle, The Hummer, is back as an EV
The Hummer was once the poster boy of wasteful, resource-intensive transportation. With its clunky size and low gas mileage, the Hummer had a reputation of being one of the least environmentally-friendly vehicles on the market, which is part of the reason they went out of … [Read more...] about The planet’s least loved vehicle, The Hummer, is back as an EV
Research shows Americans are consuming less sugary beverages
Americans consume a lot of sugar, but when it comes to sugary beverages, people are actually trending towards healthier habits. According to a study from the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the percentage of heavy sugar-sweetened beverage consumers decreased … [Read more...] about Research shows Americans are consuming less sugary beverages
Compton to launch America’s biggest guaranteed income program
In 2019, the city of Stockton, California, became the first city in America to launch an experimental guaranteed income program that would provide 125 residents with monthly payments of $500 over the course of 18 months, with no strings attached. From the first results of … [Read more...] about Compton to launch America’s biggest guaranteed income program
Study: Drinking the right amount of caffeine may lower diabetes risks
While too much caffeine from coffee may cause unpleasant side effects such as anxiety or insomnia, that doesn’t mean you should cut your caffeine habit entirely. This is especially true for people with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study published in BMJ Open Diabetes … [Read more...] about Study: Drinking the right amount of caffeine may lower diabetes risks
