Jeff Karoub, Associated Press Updated 1:12 pm PDT, Friday, September 7, 2018 This cover image released by Capitol Records shows "Egypt Station," the latest release by Paul McCartney. (Capitol via AP) This cover image released by Capitol Records shows "Egypt Station," the latest release by Paul McCartney. (Capitol via AP) Photo: AP Photo: AP Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 This cover image released by Capitol Records shows "Egypt Station," the latest release by Paul McCartney. (Capitol via AP) This cover image released by Capitol Records shows "Egypt Station," the latest release by Paul McCartney. (Capitol via AP) Photo: AP Review: New McCartney shows he's still yearning, learning 1 / 1 Back to Gallery Paul … [Read more...] about Review: New McCartney shows he’s still yearning, learning
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Elephants Captured From the Wild Live Shorter Lives Than Those Born in Captivity, New Study Shows
Tech & Science Elephants captured from the wild will die sooner than those born in captivity, a new study has found. Researchers from the University of Turku in Finland analyzed the lives of captive Asian elephants to determine how their living situation affects their long-term health. Published in Nature Communications on Tuesday, the article explains how the change captive elephants experience can negatively affect the elephants. The animals experience long-term stress from their capture and changes in their social environments, potentially leading to shorter lives. The elephants also reproduce poorly in captivity. Elephants captured from the wild lived three to seven fewer years than those born in captivity. While not much research has been done on how long Asian elephants live, they likely can survive until their mid-50s. "Our analysis reveals that wild-captured elephants had lower survival chances than captive-born elephants regardless of how they'd … [Read more...] about Elephants Captured From the Wild Live Shorter Lives Than Those Born in Captivity, New Study Shows
Ancient Maya traded dogs for use in religious ceremonies, new study shows
Studies of the bones of dogs, large cats, turkeys, and other animals found in the Maya city of Ceibal show that, as early as 400 BCE, the Mayan elite were importing dogs from distant corners of Guatemala and raising large cats like jaguars in captivity, probably all for use in elaborate rituals at the pyramids in the center of the city. “Animal trade helped sustain many large civilizations, such as the Romans in Europe, the Inca Empire in South America, the Mesopotamians in the Middle East, and the ancient Chinese dynasties,” said archaeologist Ashley Sharpe of the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, who led the study. But at Ceibal, the imported animals seem to have served purely ceremonial or political purposes, which may have played an important role in the growth of the powerful Maya state. Captive jaguar The work is based on discoveries at a pyramid near the ceremonial center of Ceibal, an important Maya city in what is now Guatemala (the city is also known as … [Read more...] about Ancient Maya traded dogs for use in religious ceremonies, new study shows
2019 Subaru Forester teased before New York show debut
The 2018 New York Auto Show is one for the average consumer. We've got a new Nissan Altima heading that way, as well as a new Toyota RAV4, and now, a new Subaru Forester.The 2019 Subaru Forester will make its debut at the 2018 New York Auto Show at the end of March. Subaru's only got a single teaser image out so far, with no additional information, but it's not like two weeks is a long time to wait.The taillight is the centerpiece of the teaser, and it looks good. It has a kind of pincer look to it, which is something we see more often in the Viziv concepts than in production. If that means we have more of Subaru's conceptual lines to look forward to, color me excited. The Viziv Tourer concept from Geneva was drop-dead gorgeous.It's likely that the new Forester will sport Subaru's new Global Platform. Starting with the 2017 Impreza, Subaru's latest chassis is set to underpin nearly every new Subaru from here on out. It also comprises the bones of the new Ascent three-row SUV.If there's … [Read more...] about 2019 Subaru Forester teased before New York show debut
Sony Xperia XZ: all the new features
There is no shortage of novelties with the new Sony Xperia XZ when compared not only to the now-defunct Z portfolio, but also to its direct predecessor, the Xperia X Performance. While both sport Snapdragon 820, 3 GB RAM and 23 MP cameras, the similarities end under the hood, and the Xperia XZ is quite a standout beast in Sony's Android universe. What new and exciting options does it bring to the table? Check out all of those that are fit to print in the slideshow below. Sony Xperia XZ - all the new features Sony Xperia XZ - all the new features 1. Design refresh with ALKALEIDO alloy Instead of glass or glorified plastic with metallic finish, the back of Xperia XZ is made from high purity ALKALEIDO metal, "adding depth, shine and brightness to the finish." It feels smooth and well-engineered, and is not necessarily as cold and rough as the metal on most phones out there, but rather has a slightly warmer, glossier aspect to it. For what it's worth, this new exterior … [Read more...] about Sony Xperia XZ: all the new features