The name flamingo comes from the Portuguese/Spanish word ‘flamengo’ which translates to ‘flame-coloured’ in relation to their vibrant feathers, however, they aren’t actually born pink ...

With their flamboyant feathers and elaborate mating dances, flamingos are one of the most recognisable animals on the planet. While we can confidently explain why flamingos have pink feathers ...

Dec 30, 2024 · Following successful early demonstrations of linking two quantum computing chips, IBM is aiming to break records for the largest quantum computer yet by combining many of them in parallel

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Dec 5, 2024 · Environment We finally have an explanation for 2023’s record-breaking temperatures. A decline in low-lying cloud cover means Earth is absorbing more solar radiation, which could explain 0.2°C ...

Nov 20, 2024 · IBM has bet big on a modular approach to building quantum computers, and now it has successfully linked two quantum chips together to operate as a single device, a key step towards that goal

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Jan 13, 2025 · The intricate details of tattoos inked more than 1200 years ago have been made visible by scanning South American mummies with lasers. The mummies, belonging to a pre-Hispanic people known as the ...

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