University of Bristol

The article highlights three FOSS projects: Prism Carbon Tracker, a VS Code plugin measuring AI tool CO₂ emissions; Super Productivity, a local-first task manager and time tracker; and TAMOSS, an open-source media storage system based on BBC's TAMS API. The projects aim to address developer productivity, environmental impact of AI, and media management needs.

Scientists observed sperm whales in the Mediterranean developing a distinct vocal dialect over 20 years, with groups near the Hellenic Trench off Crete using a faster version of a coda while occasionally reverting to an older dialect. The study highlights cultural evolution in real time and suggests a west-to-east population spread of sperm whales in the region.

Heliconius butterflies defy typical aging patterns by living up to a year—25 times longer than related species—and maintaining vitality like feeding, laying eggs, and muscle strength. Their longevity is linked to a unique diet of pollen, processed via a specialized proboscis, and larger brain regions for memory, according to a study in Nature Communications led by Jessica Foley and Stephen Montgomery.

Female dolphins avoid aggressive males by recognizing their unique calls and tracking past behavior during mating season, according to research led by Prof Stephanie King. The study highlights how female dolphins use memory to select mating partners, particularly avoiding aggressive males when they are unavailable.

The extreme right-wing fringes of Israel's Netanyahu government advocate for expanded military action in Lebanon. Israeli forces have advanced into southern Lebanon, seizing Beaufort Castle, while targeting Hezbollah and using civilian displacement as a wartime tactic.

A study by researchers from the University of Bristol and University at Buffalo suggests that dieters who watch videos of indulgent foods like burgers and chocolate cake may consume less of them afterward, as visual exposure can partially satisfy cravings through a phenomenon called cross-modal satiation.

Bristol University's cinema lab uses brain activity tracking and physical reaction monitoring to study viewer engagement, aiming to help filmmakers create more immersive movies and take creative risks. The project combines technology like headsets, heart rate monitors, and infrared cameras with verbal feedback to identify compelling film moments.