Articles by Ted Ranosa
Samsung Galaxy S7 And Galaxy S7 Edge Allow You To Do A Hot SIM Swap
The new Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge feature a dual-SIM configuration that lets users switch from one active SIM card to another without needing to reboot their smartphones. The functionality is a first for Samsung flagship phones being offered to customers outside the dual-SIM markets in China and India.
Blame Climate Change For The Extinction Of Shark-Like Ancient Marine Reptiles Ichthyosaurs
Drastic changes in the climate during the latter part of the Cretaceous Period led to the demise of an ancient marine reptile known as the ichthyosaur. The rise in sea levels and global temperatures left the creature vulnerable to significant developments in its environment.
How's The Health Of President Obama? He Might Be Healthier Than You
The results of U.S. President Barack Obama's latest medical exam show that the Commander-in-Chief is in better health this year that he was two years ago. Chief White House Physician Dr. Ronny L. Jackson said that the president has lower blood pressure, a lower cholesterol level and even a slower resting heartbeat.
Greenpeace: Governments Reducing Radiation Protection In Areas Contaminated By Fukushima And Chernobyl
A new report by the environmental group Greenpeace reveals that residents living in areas affected by the Chernobyl and Fukushima nuclear disasters continue to suffer from the adverse effects of radioactive contamination. Researchers found that considerable amounts of contaminants linger in areas such as forests.
When Is The Next Total Solar Eclipse In The US? Mark This Date
Stargazers in the United States might not be able to see the solar eclipse on Wednesday, but two of the next celestial events are expected to be mostly visible in the country, according to NASA. Americans will get to see the moon make its transit between the Earth and the sun on Aug. 21, 2017 and April 8, 2024.
'Tough Lock': Man From Malaysia Orders Unlocked iPhone 6s Online But Gets A Padlock Instead
A man in Malaysia received a package containing a padlock instead of the unlocked iPhone 6s smartphone he bought from an online store. He shared about his bad experience through a post on Facebook.
Maria Sharapova Fails Drug Test At Australian Open: What To Know About Meldonium
Russian tennis superstar and five-time Grand Slam winner Maria Sharapova announced on Monday that she had failed a doping test for the Australian Open because of her use of a drug known as meldonium. The substance was included in the World Anti-Doping Agency's list of banned substances only in January.
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge vs. iPhone 6s Plus Speed Test: Which Flagship Smartphone Is Faster?
The new Samsung Galaxy S7 edge boasts of top of the line processing speeds powered by its Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 octa-core processor and 4 GB RAM. Find out how fast it's going to fare against the speed of other smartphones in the market such as the Moto X Pure Edition and Apple's iPhone 6s Plus.
First Things Scott Kelly Did Upon Returning To Earth: Banana, Jumping Into A Pool, Fresh Vegetables And More
Veteran NASA astronaut Scott Kelly recounted his experiences after making his way back to Earth from his year-long stay on the ISS during a recent conference with the press. He said that he has noticed a few things that were different with his recent mission than on previous ones, especially regarding his health.
Forget Passwords: Wells Fargo Set To Start Testing Biometrics To Protect Corporate Accounts
San Francisco-based banking company Wells Fargo will roll out two new biometric systems that will allow its corporate clients to safely access their accounts. The systems make use of an app with either an eye scanner or a face and voice recognition system to verify the ownership of the account.
United Continental CEO Oscar Munoz Returns To Work March 14 After Medical Leave
After undergoing a heart transplant surgery in January, United Continental president and CEO Oscar Munoz will resume his role as head of the airlines on Monday, Mar. 14. The company said that Munoz had already started participating in major corporate decisions and meetings with shareholders and employees while recovering.
'Zootopia' Rakes In $73.7 Million, Sets New Record For Best Opening Weekend For A Disney Animation Film
Disney's latest 3D animated film 'Zootopia' overtakes 'Deadpool' for the box office lead after making $73.7 million in ticket sales in North America during its opening weekend. It has also edged out 'Frozen' for the best opening for any animated feature made by the animation studio.
Climate Change Could Cause Half A Million Deaths In 2050: What Regions, Countries Are Most Vulnerable?
A new study conducted by the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom has found that as many as 529,000 people around the world could die by 2050 as a result of low food availability brought on by climate change. It is the first research to discuss the far-reaching consequences of climate change on global food production.
Glowing Octopus Skin For Robots Can Spell Future Of Wearable Technology, Advertisement And More
Researchers at Cornell University in New York have developed a color- and shape-changing skin inspired by the camouflaging ability of octopus and squid species. The new technology can be used to provide robots with the means to express various moods, which would allow them to have a better emotional connection with people.
HR Startup Comparably Will Let You Know If You Are Underpaid
A newly launched HR management firm Comparably aims to provide workers with a resource that will help them find out how competitive their salaries are compared to other employees with the same job position and work experience. The new platform is designed to bring transparency to employee pay.
House 'Flipping' Is Hot Again: Remember The Housing Bubble?
The number of properties sold through home flipping relatively increased in 2015, according to a new report by real estate information company RealtyTrac. Experts warn that the growing trend could lead to the formation of local housing bubbles in the United States.
Commander Scott Kelly: Profile Of An Astronaut Who Spent A Year In Space
Scott Kelly, the NASA astronaut and former U.S. Naval Captain who spent a year in space, successfully landed back to Earth on Tuesday onboard a Soyuz TMA-18M spacecraft. He was joined by Russian cosmonauts and fellow ISS crew members Mikhail Kornienko and Sergey Volkov.
Ex-Chesapeake CEO Aubrey McClendon Dies In Car Crash A Day After Price-Fixing Indictment
Former Chesapeake Energy Chief Executive Aubrey McClendon was killed in a car crash on a remote two-lane road in Oklahoma City on Wednesday morning, one day after he was charged by the Justice Department for conspiring to rig oil and natural gas in Oklahoma. McClendon was 56.
Fast Radio Bursts Continue To Baffle Scientists: What Are They, Where They Come From And Why Should You Care
Astronomers have detected multi-flash fast radio bursts coming from the direction of the Auriga constellation for the past four years. The new discovery suggests that these brief flashes of radio waves in the sky could originate from cosmic sources that are capable of sending out bursts repeatedly.
Gun-Shaped Heels, Bracelet Lined With Replica Bullets: No! No! No! Says TSA At Baltimore Airport
Officials at the Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport stopped a woman from passing through the security checkpoint after they found a pair of handgun-shaped stiletto high heels and bullet-shaped bracelets in her carry-on luggage. These are prohibited items at airports, according to the TSA.
Astronaut Scott Kelly, 2 Cosmonauts Return To Earth After ISS Mission
NASA astronaut Scott Kelly and Russian cosmonaut Mikhail Kornienko successfully returned to Earth on Tuesday onboard a Russian Soyuz capsule. The duo spent 340 days on the International Space Station, taking part in medical studies designed to find out the impact of long-term space travel on human health.
Pew! Pew! US Army Plans To Deploy Laser Weapons As Early As 2023
The U.S. Army is planning to roll out laser-based weaponry to battlefields by 2023. These weapons are designed to shoot down any missiles, rockets, artillery, mortars, or drones that can pose a threat to soldiers and civilians alike.
Apple- FBI iPhone Encryption Battle Goes To Congress: What You Should Know
FBI Director James Comey told Congress on Tuesday that a final court order compelling Apple to help in the San Bernardino investigation could serve as a precedent for other similar cases in the future. Apple, however, contests that the issue is not about the attacks but the safety and security of all iPhones in use today.
3D Cyberforests To Help Study Effects Of Wildfires, Climate Change On Trees
Scientists at Washington State University Vancouver have developed a three-dimensional model of a forest that can be used to simulate the impact of climate change on the environment. The new technology, named LES after the Russian word for "forest," can recreate various aspects of real trees such as root systems and canopies.
Population Of Monarch Butterfly Rebounds In Mexico Wintering Grounds
Migrating monarch butterflies are significantly higher last December compared to recent years. This suggests that the orange and black flying insects could be on their way to recovery after years of being threatened.
Toronto To Become First Bee City In Canada
Residents of Toronto are lobbying to have the city declared as the first Bee City in Canada to help advance efforts to save local bee populations from extinction. The city currently has several apiaries in place that are being taken care of by local beekeeping communities.
11,000-Year-Old Stone Pendant Is Oldest Work Of Art Uncovered In Britain
An 11,000-year-old engraved shale pendant was recovered from an archaeological site North Yorkshire. The artifact is believed to be the earliest example of artwork in the United Kingdom from the Mesolithic Period.
Where Do Things That Get Sucked Into Black Holes Go? To The ‘Loneliest Places Of The Universe’: Scientists
Amounts of normal matter that are consumed by supermassive black holes are likely converted into energy, according to researchers in Austria. This energy is then released into different parts of the universe.
Researchers Place Penguins On Treadmill To Study Their Waddle
Researchers suggest that waddling in King penguins plays an important role in their survival. The team discovered that penguins that gained weight as part of their breeding cycle were still able to walk well despite the additional pounds.
NASA's New Horizons Sets Eye On 2014 MU69
The science team behind the New Horizons project is now planning to send the spacecraft to an object in the Kuiper Belt known as 2014 MU69 for its next mission. The space probe will head to this destination as soon as it finishes its exploration of the Pluto system.
