Kaspersky reports attackers are using Steam Workshop to distribute malware disguised as animated wallpapers via the Wallpaper Engine application. The malicious downloads, some with tens of thousands of downloads, target users in China, Russia, and other countries, stealing credentials and cryptocurrency.
A promising vaccine developed by virologist Thomas Geisbert for the Bundibugyo strain of ebola, which is currently causing an outbreak in Central and East Africa, has not been tested in humans due to a lack of funding and commercial interest. Despite successful primate trials in 2011, the vaccine remains on the shelf while hundreds are infected and around 200 have died.
A young woman from Delhi and her male colleague from Gujarat were attacked by a mob in Odisha's Rayagada district after villagers mistook them for child kidnappers. The incident occurred on June 16, leading to the arrest of 16 people.
China's Academy of Sciences has launched a new research program focused on low-altitude hypersonic flight technology, potentially leading to new weapons that could challenge the US Navy. The program aims to overcome challenges like extreme heating and electromagnetic disturbances.
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Coral researcher Anne Cohen has found a thriving "super reef" in the Marshall Islands, offering hope for coral survival amidst global bleaching events. The discovery is part of an initiative to identify and protect heat-tolerant reefs that could help restore damaged ecosystems.
A new MIT study reveals that excessive reliance on AI chatbots like ChatGPT can diminish users' critical-thinking skills and their ability to independently discern misinformation. While AI can aid in detecting fake content, over-dependence leads to a decline in unassisted judgment over time.
Outgoing DNI Tulsi Gabbard released documents alleging Anthony Fauci funded gain-of-function research at China's Wuhan lab and misled Congress about COVID-19 origins. Gabbard claims Fauci worked to suppress truth and influenced intelligence assessments.
Outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released documents alleging Anthony Fauci funded gain-of-function research at China's Wuhan Institute of Virology and misled Congress about his role and the virus's origins.
Ecuador's booming shrimp industry is driving deforestation of vital mangrove ecosystems, impacting shellfish gatherers and local communities. Despite regulations, mangrove clearing and pollution from farms continue, with weak enforcement and limited political will hindering conservation efforts.
China's Ministry of Natural Resources conducted a marine survey in its jurisdictional waters in the East China Sea using the research vessel Xiangyanghong 22. The mission aimed to understand ecological conditions for conservation efforts, with announcements of such missions being rare.
Outgoing DNI Tulsi Gabbard released declassified documents accusing Dr. Anthony Fauci of funding gain-of-function research in Wuhan, influencing COVID-19 origin assessments, and lying to Congress. The documents, released on her last day in office, allege Fauci directed millions in US taxpayer funds to the Wuhan Institute of Virology and worked to suppress information about the pandemic's origins.
One person is in custody after shots were fired in New York's Times Square on Thursday. Video showed two individuals drawing weapons and firing before fleeing. No injuries were reported, and police are searching for others involved.
A Danish study of nearly half a million pregnancies suggests that bending forward and walking extensively at work in early pregnancy may increase miscarriage risk. Each extra hour of forward bending was linked to a 36% higher risk, and each hour of walking to an 18% higher risk.
A China-led research team has created a brain implant electrode array as soft as brain tissue, thinner than a hair, and highly durable. In animal trials, it recorded neural activity with long-term clarity for 18 months, overcoming the "hard-against-soft" issue that degrades signals from current rigid implants.
A Canadian company, K2 Gold, has received approval for gold exploration at Conglomerate Mesa in California, sparking a conflict with Indigenous tribes and environmentalists who view the area as sacred and ecologically vital. The project, approved by the Bureau of Land Management, is seen by some as a new gold rush facilitated by relaxed regulations, while others highlight potential economic benefits for the small town of Lone Pine.
A study reveals the top 10% of global consumers inflict up to $5.7tn in annual environmental damage, exceeding the economies of all but the US and China. This damage stems from high consumption of red meat, flights, and energy, with biodiversity loss and climate change as major impacts.
Marc Isaacs's new film, 'Synthetic Sincerity,' uses a fictional AI lab to explore authenticity. The documentary maker and writer Adam Ganz fabricated the university setting, admitting they haven't licensed Isaacs's work for AI. The film features Uyghur restaurant owner Ablikim Rahman and actress Ilinca Manolache as an AI avatar, questioning the nature of reality and truth in the digital age.
MIT researchers Jake Hecla and R. Scott Kemp have analyzed Russia's nuclear-powered missile, Burevestnik (NATO's Skyfall), suggesting it uses a direct-cycle air-breathing nuclear propulsion system. The analysis indicates the missile spews radiation during flight, posing significant risks, and questions its practical utility as a weapon.
A national passenger survey reveals less than half of Great Britain's rail commuters believe their train fare offers value for money. CrossCountry passengers reported the lowest satisfaction, particularly regarding delay management, despite overall journey numbers reaching a record high.
Rosel Holding, a Rostec company, has begun mass production of discrete and integral LC filters. These filters are crucial components for onboard communication systems in spacecraft, radar, and telecommunications equipment, helping to eliminate interference and process signals.
Aztec's deprecated infrastructure experienced a second exploit, losing $2.15 million in ETH, DAI, and renBTC. This follows a similar incident last Sunday and highlights growing concerns about the security of abandoned smart contract infrastructure in the crypto space.
A 63-year-old British man has died following a paragliding accident in Palau de Noguera, Catalonia, Spain. Emergency services responded to the scene, but the man succumbed to his injuries. The FCDO is supporting the family.
A body matching the description of missing personal trainer Elena Katherine Moore, 39, has been found in South Carolina. Moore disappeared after leaving a gym on June 11 and was last seen on surveillance footage near a supermarket. Authorities are awaiting coroner identification and have requested the state's Law Enforcement Division to investigate.
