As more than half of Australian office workers report using generative artificial intelligence (AI) for work, we’re starting …
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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Archaeology
Ancient Nomads You’ve Probably Never Heard of Disappeared From Europe 1,000 Years Ago. Now, DNA Analysis Reveals How They Lived
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesHow do we understand past societies? For centuries, our primary sources of information about ancient Europe have been …
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Animals
Most Bees Don’t Die After Stinging – and Other Surprising Bee Facts
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesMost of us have been stung by a bee, and we know it’s not much fun. But maybe …
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Space
The ‘Devil Comet’ 12P/Pons-Brooks Has Finally Become Visible From Australia
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIf you’re a fan of all things space, you’ve doubtless heard about the “devil comet,” which has captivated …
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Space
A Massive Explosion in Space Was Mapped Showing How Galaxies ‘Pollute’ the Cosmos
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWe breathe oxygen and nitrogen gas in our atmosphere every day, but did you know that these gases …
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Technology
An Anonymous Coder Nearly Hacked a Big Chunk of the Internet. How Worried Should We Be?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesOutside the world of open-source software, it’s likely few people would have heard about XZ Utils, a small …
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For millions of years, giant animals or megafauna, like giant kangaroos in Australia, roamed the lands that are …
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Technology
Can AI Read Your Mind? Probably Not, but That Doesn’t Mean You Shouldn’t Be Worried
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesEarlier this year, Neuralink implanted a chip inside the brain of 29-year-old U.S. man Noland Arbaugh, who is …
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Technology
AI Is Making Smart Devices – Watches, Speakers, Doorbells – Easier to Hack.
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesFrom asking smart speakers for the weather to receiving personalized advice from smartwatches, devices powered by artificial intelligence …
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Technology
Can Playing Tetris Help Prevent PTSD if You’ve Witnessed Something Traumatic?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesAfter witnessing tragic events, many people turn to online communities such as Reddit to discuss and process their …