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EU confirms it cannot stop Sony from ending physical game discs
The European Commission has stated that Sony's transition to a digital-only model is a matter of commercial freedom, raising concerns regarding game preservation.
Petri dishes transformed microbiology research and modern medical science
The development of the Petri dish transitioned laboratory science from unpredictable liquid cultures to precise, observable experiments. This vessel remains a cornerstone of modern medical research and global food safety protocols.
Enceladus ocean contains life-sparking energy and essential molecules
New research indicates Enceladus possesses a high-energy chemical environment and hydrothermal activity, suggesting its ocean could support biological life.
Frankie Seaman transitions from professional skating to fostering kittens
Frankie and David Seaman have dedicated their time to nursing and socializing newborn kittens through their work with the charity Cats Protection.
Tokyo Metropolitan University researchers use bubbles to improve inkjet printing
By dispersing ultra-fine bubbles into ink, researchers can control the drying behavior of droplets to mitigate the coffee ring effect without chemical additives.
OpenAI to shut down Atlas browser and move features to ChatGPT products
OpenAI will shutter its standalone Atlas browser, migrating core features like web navigation and agentic tasks into its desktop app, Work tool, and extensions.
id Software staff cut by half as Microsoft initiates massive Xbox layoffs
Microsoft has initiated a reduction of 3,200 roles across its gaming division, including significant staff cuts at the development studio id Software. Despite these changes, the studio states it retains the capacity to develop games and maintain the id Tech engine.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced sells 2 million copies in one day
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced sold 2 million copies on its first day, setting a new franchise record for peak concurrent players on Steam.
iPhone 18 Pro Max rumors point to heaviest model in years due to battery
Reports suggest the iPhone 18 Pro Max will become one of Apple's heaviest handsets to accommodate a larger battery and new cooling system. The device is also expected to feature a 2nm A20 Pro chip and a variable aperture main camera.
GTA Online Kortz Center Heist launches July 14 as major content update
Rockstar Games is set to launch The Kortz Center Heist, a substantial new mission for GTA Online that features stealth mechanics and high-stakes art theft. This update serves as the game's final major content release before the arrival of Grand Theft Auto 6.
Spriggina fossils provide earliest evidence of behavioral handedness
Researchers found evidence of behavioral handedness in Spriggina fossils, suggesting these early animals possessed an evolutionary preference for the right side.
North Pacific storm tracks shifting northward faster than climate models predict
New research indicates that North Pacific storm tracks are shifting northward faster than existing models project, contributing to environmental instability.
Northwestern study links cellular aging to transcriptional machinery decay
A Northwestern Medicine study reveals that aging cells experience a length-biased reduction in gene expression due to failing transcriptional machinery. These findings may inform future anti-aging strategies targeting RNA polymerase II and elongation factors.
Researchers observe ambipolar diffusion in prestellar core to map star birth
Scientists identified a velocity drift between ionized gas and neutral particles in a prestellar core, revealing how gravity overcomes magnetic resistance.
Researchers capture first-ever footage of rare barreleye fish in Atlantic
Researchers have documented the rare barreleye fish in its natural deep-sea habitat for the first time, providing insight into its unique anatomy. The expedition also identified previously unknown hydrothermal fields and deep-sea ecosystems within the Atlantic.
ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Raikiri II Pro PC Controller
ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Raikiri II Pro PC Controller
Google Chrome 150 for Android adds dedicated back button and menu redesign
Google is rolling out a redesigned menu for Chrome on Android that includes a new dedicated back button and reconfigured interface shortcuts. These updates aim to improve navigation, particularly for users with large-screen devices like tablets and foldables.
Frog gut bacterium Ewingella americana eliminates tumors in mice
A study published in Gut Microbes details how the bacterium Ewingella americana, isolated from Japanese tree frogs, achieved 100% tumor clearance in mice.
Hummingbirds accelerated bromeliad evolution over 20 million years
A study reveals that hummingbirds have significantly accelerated the diversification of the bromeliad plant family, driving new species creation at twice the rate of other pollinators.
Physicists prove quantum mechanics functions using only real numbers
Researchers have demonstrated that the imaginary unit 'i' is a mathematical convenience rather than a fundamental requirement of quantum mechanics. The findings could potentially assist in efforts to reconcile quantum mechanics with gravity.