Overweight and obesity are among the most common conditions veterinarians see in both dogs and cats. Yet weight-loss …
Troy Oakes
Troy Oakes
Troy was born and raised in Australia and has always wanted to know why and how things work, which led him to his love for science. He is a professional photographer and enjoys taking pictures of Australia's beautiful landscapes. He is also a professional storm chaser where he currently lives in Hervey Bay, Australia.
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Technology
Landmark Privacy Determination Puts Rent Tech Platforms on Notice. But Renters Remain Vulnerable
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesOne of Australia’s most-used tenancy application platforms has breached privacy laws, Privacy Commissioner Carly Kind has ruled. 2Apply, …
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Science
New Plastic Film Covered in Thousands of Tiny Pillars Can Tear Apart Viruses on Contact
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThink of how many surfaces you touch every day, from your kitchen bench to the handrail on the …
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Technology
Meta and Microsoft Have Joined the Tech Layoff Tsunami — but Is AI Really to Blame?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesMeta and Microsoft are the latest software companies to announce big cuts to their global workforce. Both companies …
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Science Unmasked
How Does Imagination Really Work in the Brain? New Theory Upends What We Knew
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesYour brain is currently expending about a fifth of your body’s energy, and almost none of that is …
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Science Unmasked
When an Oil Refinery Burns, Here’s What Happens to Your Lungs and Heart
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe fire at a major oil refinery in the Victorian city of Geelong has now been extinguished. But …
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Technology
Roblox Is Boosting Safety Features for Young People. It’s a Step in the Right Direction
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesRoblox has announced significant changes to its gaming platform to enhance safety for children under 16. The announcement …
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Science Unmasked
How Do Ionic Hair Dryers Work? Can They Do What They Promise?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIf you’ve been in the market for a new hair dryer, you’ve likely seen advertising for ionic ones. …
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Science Unmasked
In the Face of Rampant AI, Is ‘Data Poisoning’ a New Form of Civil Disobedience?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe explosion of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools has provoked both hopes and anxieties about the potential benefits …
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Black holes are among the most extreme objects in the universe. They can fling material outward at speeds …