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Why science relies too much on mathematics

The following is an extract from our Lost in Space-Time newsletter. Each month, we hand over the keyboard to a physicist or mathematician to tell you about fascinating ideas from their corner of the universe. You can sign up for…

Dormant PyPI Package Compromised to Spread Nova Sentinel Malware

Feb 23, 2024NewsroomSupply Chain Attack / Malware A dormant package available on the Python Package Index (PyPI) repository was updated nearly after two years to propagate an information stealer malware called Nova Sentinel. The package, named django-log-tracker, was first published…

Making Alarms More Musical Can Save Lives

Making Alarms More Musical Can Save Lives Medical alarms don’t have to be louder to be more effective By Rachel Berkowitz Beeping alarms in hospitals are a life-or-death matter—but with so many going off all the time, medical professionals may…

Waymo gets approval to deploy its robotaxi service in Los Angeles

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has given Waymo permission to expand its robotaxi operations to Los Angeles and more locations in the San Francisco Peninsula despite opposition from local groups and government agencies. “Waymo may begin fared driverless passenger…