Rise of the microcar – why compact EVs are finally having their day and the ones to watch

Many cities around the world are facing a congestion crisis – and where governments and local authorities have seen fit to curb emissions from CO2-belching tailpipes, the humble automobile is slowly being phased out of many urban areas. Although the microcar is nothing new (the petrol-powered Peel P50 was launched in the early 1960s), it … Read more

Samsung smartphone sales rise in the US in Q1 2024, thanks to Galaxy S24

The Galaxy S24 has brought good fortune to Samsung. After launching earlier this year, it has helped Samsung improve its revenue and profits. It has been revealed that Samsung’s smartphone sales have increased in the US at the expense of Google and TCL. Sales of Galaxy smartphone sales improved in the USA in Q1 2024 … Read more

Why it’s essential to study sex and gender, even as tensions rise

In 2023, students protested against a new policy in Texas, where parents would be notified if their child asks to be identified as transgender.Credit: Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle/Getty This week, Nature is launching a collection of opinion articles on sex and gender in research. Further articles will be published in the coming months. The series will … Read more

The rise of digital wallets: A look at the UK’s payment revolution

Digital wallets have emerged as a transformative force in how people pay for things in recent years as digital technology, especially via mobile phones, has accelerated in the 21st century. The first ever digital wallet is widely accepted to have been created by Coca-Cola in 1997 in Helsinki, enabling consumers to make purchases at a … Read more

Africa’s postdoc workforce is on the rise — but at what cost?

Illustration: Fabrizio Lenci Lire en français sur Nature Africa Johnblack Kabukye struggles to explain to his colleagues back home in Uganda why he’s doing a two-year stint as a postdoctoral researcher in Sweden. “If you say you’re doing a master’s or a PhD, it’s clear what that means,” says the digital-health specialist, who worked as … Read more

Cities Aren’t Prepared for a Crucial Part of Sea-Level Rise: They’re Also Sinking

Fighting off rising seas without reducing humanity’s carbon emissions is like trying to drain a bathtub without turning off the tap. But increasingly, scientists are sounding the alarm on yet another problem compounding the crisis for coastal cities: Their land is also sinking, a phenomenon known as subsidence. The metaphorical tap is still on—as rapid … Read more

Could the gut give rise to alcohol addiction?

Illustration: Sam Falconer Andrew Day, a molecular microbiologist at Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts, is four years sober. His journey to this point inspires his work, which he hopes might help others who are struggling with alcohol. Nature Outlook: The human microbiome There are many risk factors associated with alcohol-use disorder (AUD), including mental-health conditions … Read more

Apple TV Lionel Messi documentary “The Rise of a Legend”

If you are looking forward to the premiere of the highly anticipated Apple TV documentary series about Lionel Messi. An Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for and captains both Major League Soccer club Inter Miami and the Argentina national team. Apple is giving you the chance to step into the life of … Read more

Messi Apple TV documentary – The Rise of a Legend

On February 21, 2024, Apple TV will release a remarkable four-part documentary Messi’s World Cup: The Rise of a Legend. Promising to provide an intimate, in-depth look at Lionel Messi’s illustrious football career, focusing not only on his professional trajectory but also on the man behind the football legend. The series, filmed in Paris, Qatar, … Read more

The Rise and Evolution of Online Translation Platforms

In today’s globalized world, the ability to communicate across languages and cultures is more crucial than ever. As businesses expand internationally, travelers explore new destinations, and digital content proliferates, the demand for accurate and efficient translation has skyrocketed. Enter online translation platforms, the unsung heroes of our interconnected age. 1. What are Online Translation Platforms? … Read more