Finger length could provide vital clue to understanding human brain evolution

The evolution of the human species is marked by an increase in brain size. Now new research suggests that could be partly ...
Space.com

Is Jupiter on a diet? New measurements say it's smaller than we thought

Jupiter has had its length and breadth measured again, and it turns out the giant planet is skinnier and shorter than ...
The Hill

Senate advances resolution to block Trump from using military in Venezuela

Five Senate Republicans voted Thursday to advance a bipartisan resolution on the War Powers Act to block President Trump from using military force against Venezuela, a proposal that if enacted would ...
NBC News

Senate advances measure to restrict Trump's power to use military force in Venezuela

WASHINGTON — The Senate fired a warning shot at President Donald Trump, voting Thursday to advance a bipartisan resolution to block him from using military force “within or against Venezuela” unless ...
The New York Times

Senate Advances Measure to Curb Trump’s Use of Force in Venezuela

A handful of Republicans joined Democrats to allow the measure to move forward, reflecting concerns in both parties about the administration’s strategy. By Robert Jimison and Megan Mineiro Reporting ...
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How to Use a Tape Measure

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › You’ve no doubt heard the carpentry proverb “Measure twice, cut once” and may even have ...
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Oregon’s Measure 110 programs for substance use treatment have unclear results, audit finds

Kristyna Wentz-Graff / OPB An audit by the Oregon secretary of state’s office has found gaps in the state health authority’s implementation of Ballot Measure 110, the state’s landmark drug ...
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Using isolated ADCs and an XNOR logic gate as a multiplier to measure active power

Multiplying two analog signals involves the use of analog multipliers, usually implemented by using log and antilog circuit blocks or the Gilbert cell. Today, the most common technique used to ...
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10 Clever Tape Measure Hacks You'll Wish You Knew About Sooner

People use tape measures every day in various tasks, from gardening to construction and everything in between. And, of course, it's a must-have in any DIYer's toolbox. But no matter what your project, ...
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WiFi signals can measure heart rate—no wearables needed

Computer Science and Engineering Ph.D. student Nayan Bhatia demonstrates Pulse-Fi, technology that uses WiFi signals to measure a person's heart rate. Heart rate is one of the most basic and important ...
E&E

Trump threatens to use tariffs to derail global climate measure

The Trump administration is preparing to use tariffs and travel bans as reprisals against countries that support an upcoming agreement to put fees on shipping pollution. Those moves, outlined in an ...