A new study in PLOS One reveals that underwater cave environments leave distinct preservation fingerprints on animal bones, helping scientists reconstruct deposition history and environmental conditions.
Brazilian researchers from CENA-USP developed an isotopic mapping model using 800 Amazonian trees to trace illegal timber, enabling Brazil's Federal Police to identify wood origin with 92% accuracy. This forensic tool, based on stable isotope analysis, aims to combat deforestation and strengthen international timber regulations.
Brazilian researchers at CENA-USP developed an isotopic mapping model using 800 Amazonian trees to trace illegal timber by ruling out 92% of the rainforest. This forensic tool provides Brazil's Federal Police with a tamperproof method to combat deforestation and strengthen international timber trade regulations.
A University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa study found 25 human-made contaminants in Maui corals, weakening their resilience to heat and ocean acidification. The research highlights how agricultural, industrial, and pharmaceutical chemicals embedded in coral tissues deplete nutrient reserves, suggesting metabolome monitoring as an early warning system.
France and the UK have agreed to increase staffing at border controls to prevent travel chaos during the summer holidays. New EU fingerprinting and facial recognition checks are expected to cause significant delays at Channel crossings.
France and the UK are increasing border staff to prevent travel chaos during the summer holidays due to new EU fingerprinting and facial recognition checks. Disruption is expected at Channel crossings, with French officials assuring more staff will be deployed.
The CEO of Fraport Greece, Alexander Zinell, has urged a major reform of the EU's Entry-Exit System (EES) border checks, citing passenger discomfort and safety risks due to long queues. His airports have used gazebos to shield travelers from the sun.
The Times of India introduces 'Hack of the Day' with a focus on passkeys as a secure, password-free alternative for digital accounts. Passkeys use biometrics or device locks, offering enhanced security against phishing and simplifying login processes.
The EU has rejected demands from airports and airlines to suspend its new biometric Entry/Exit System (EES), despite acknowledging "20 difficult spots" causing queue chaos. Officials deem a full suspension "not needed" and "not possible," citing security benefits and operational improvements, while delaying the separate Etias visa system.
The European Commission is launching new talks with EU member states to address concerns that the new Entry/Exit System (EES) could cause significant delays for summer travelers. Despite previous denials of issues, officials acknowledge technical problems and infrastructure challenges are leading to longer wait times for non-EU visitors.
The European Commission will hold new talks with EU member states to address potential delays caused by the Entry/Exit System (EES) for summer travelers. The system, which requires biometric data for non-EU citizens, has faced technical issues and long queues, prompting concerns from airlines and trade groups.
Ryanair has warned of "queue chaos" at EU airports this summer due to new fingerprint checks. The airline and other industry bodies have urged the European Commission to suspend the system, citing concerns about unprepared infrastructure and potential passenger delays.
An Indian Air Force corporal, Deepak Singh Bhuker, was arrested for a Rs 1.5 crore jewellery robbery in Ahmedabad. He allegedly used a stolen service revolver and took elaborate measures to avoid detection, including fake IDs and bandages on his fingers.
Social media posts warning of hackers stealing fingerprints from peace sign selfies have caused panic, but experts say the risk is low compared to other cyber threats. While possible with high-resolution images, it requires significant effort and is unlikely for average users.
Tennessee is set to execute Tony Carruthers on Thursday. His execution faces challenges over expired lethal injection drugs, DNA evidence, and his mental competency, with his attorneys arguing his self-representation at trial and alleged delusions prevented a fair process.
NYC Health and Hospitals reports a data breach affecting 1.8 million people, with hackers stealing personal data, medical records, and fingerprints from November 2025 to February 2026.
USCIS now requires re-submission of fingerprints for pending immigration cases to the FBI's upgraded background check system, causing delays and potentially increased scrutiny of applicants.
A casual peace sign in a selfie has become China’s latest online privacy concern after experts warned that the popular pose could expose users’ fingerprints. In a mainland workplace reality show aired in April, financial expert Li Chang used a celebrity selfie to show how clearly visible fingers in a photograph could put personal biometric data at risk. Li said fingerprints could potentially be extracted from selfies taken within 1.5 metres if the fingers faced the camera directly. Even at a...
