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The Supreme Court of India is facing a significant legal challenge against the practice of shutting down internet services to prevent cheating during examinations.
Galaxy Watch 4 owners have been eagerly awaiting their turn for the One UI 6 Watch and Wear OS. Following the updates for the Galaxy Watch 6 and Galaxy Watch 5 series, it seems the wait is finally over.
Samsung announced that both the Galaxy Watch 4 and the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic would receive the update, and now, as of December 11, the rollout has officially begun.
Build details for the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic (SM-R880, SMR890) reveal the enhancements and new features included in this update. The builds to look for are R880XXU1IXK1 or R890XXU1IXK1.
Regular Galaxy Watch 4 owners can also expect the update to land on their devices soon. Samsung has provided build numbers for the regular Galaxy Watch 4: R870XXU1IXK1 and R860XXU1IXK1.
The One UI 6 Watch update for the Galaxy Watch 4 promises several notable improvements. As with the Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 6 updates, the Galaxy Watch 4 will benefit from the following:
New Watch Faces: Enjoy fresh, stylish designs to personalize your watch’s look.
Visual Enhancements: The interface will receive a visual refresh, potentially including smoother animations and updated icons.
Expanded Health Features: Expect additional ways to track your fitness goals and overall well-being.
Deeper Sleep Analysis: Gain more detailed insights into your sleep patterns for optimized rest.
Pinch Gestures: Navigate your watch with more intuitive touch controls.
Experience subtle yet helpful touches of AI woven throughout the software for a more seamless user experience.
To check if the update is available for your Galaxy Watch 4, simply launch the Galaxy Wearable app.
A comprehensive list of all changes and improvements introduced in the One UI 6 Watch update is available on Samsung’s website.
Recent sightings of orcas refusing to ditch their salmon hats have rekindled fascination with a bizarre behavior first observed in the 1980s. These marine mammals seem genuinely attached to their fishy headwear, raising eyebrows and fueling speculation about the reasoning behind this peculiar phenomenon.
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Conservationists, however, are raising concerns about the impact of human observation on orca behavior. Increased boat traffic in areas where orcas tend to display this behavior could potentially influence their natural patterns and lead to undue stress.
The resurgence of “salmon hatting” has rekindled excitement and curiosity among researchers and the public alike. Understanding this behavior could unlock a deeper understanding of orca communication and social dynamics, offering valuable guidance for conservation efforts aimed at protecting these magnificent creatures.
Australian scientists are at the forefront of a groundbreaking discovery set to revolutionize barley production – the creation of a detailed and extensive barley pan genome.
This complex genetic blueprint serves as a comprehensive map of all possible DNA sequences found within the barley species. The updated pan genome, a collaborative effort by an international consortium, surpasses its inaugural proof of concept developed in 2020 in both detail and scope.
The Western Crop Genetics Alliance – a partnership between the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and Murdoch University – played a pivotal role in this scientific advancement. The alliance also spearheaded the development of new DNA breeding tools in 2020, designed to help commercial plant breeding companies readily integrate this valuable pan genome data into their operations.
“This research filled in the barley gene sequence gaps, providing a better understanding of gene variation and how it links to different performance traits,” said Chengdao Li, director of the Western Crop Genetics Alliance. “As a result, we now have more detailed information about where to locate genes related to various traits, such as disease resistance, malting quality, and plant architecture, which influence frost and heat tolerance.”
Researchers incorporated a diverse range of barley varieties into the map, including commercially successful Australians lines like Maximus and RGT Planet, alongside international commercial varieties, as well as landraces and wild relatives.
This comprehensive approach provided insights into the genetic powerhouses within barley’s diverse gene pool.
“This knowledge will help us understand what other genetic resources are available but have not yet been used by barley breeders worldwide – opening the door to plant material from throughout the world from which to breed improved barley lines,” Li, added.
The impact of this breakthrough extends far beyond the laboratory.
“The Barley Pan Genome Consortium will provide breeders with cutting-edge genomic tools to enhance barley breeding efficiency and crop resilience,” said Michael Groszmann, GRDC Manager Barley and Coarse Grains. “By developing a comprehensive barley pan genome, we can improve selection and the rate of genetic gain in barley to ultimately deliver improved varieties to Australian grain growers more efficiently,” he added.
According to Darshan Sharma, DPIRD Grains Director, this scientific feat will translate into tangible benefits for the Australian grains industry.
“This research will help growers produce more, better quality barley varieties in variable seasonal conditions that perform to maltsters’ and brewers’ specific requirements – boosting industry productivity and profitability,” Sharma said.
Peter Davies, Pro Vice Chancellor of Murdoch University’s Food Futures Institute, lauded the collaborative nature of this scientific endeavor.
“Congratulations to Murdoch University Centre for Crop and Food Innovation research theme leader and Alliance director Professor Li and all the contributing authors for this important advancement in plant genetics,” Davies said. “We look forward to seeing how these findings can be applied to Australian grains breeding programs in the near future.”
The barley pan genome promises to usher in a new era of high-performance barley varieties, tailored to meet the challenges of a changing climate and evolving market demands. This groundbreaking work underscores the pivotal role of scientific innovation in shaping a more sustainable and resilient future for agriculture.
