Researchers Turn to AI to Protect Sea Creatures

A new project uses AI toimprove the identification and measurement of fish speciesin Africas Nile Basin. The software can help scientists understand fish population density more quickly than human observers. Its part of a larger effort to harness AI to improve sustainability across a wide range of industries. Thomas Barwick / Getty Images TheUN estimatesone-third of all fish stocks are now overfished and are no longer sustainable. Theres alsoRestor.eco, an open data restoration platform hosted on Google Earth....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 172 words · Marissa Henderson

Reset the Importance Status of MS Outlook Emails

SelectFile>Info>Manage Rules & Alerts. In theRules and Alertsdialog box, go toEmail Rulesand selectNew Rule. In theRules Wizard, go to theStart from a blank rulesection and chooseApply rule on messages I receive. Select thefrom people or public groupcheck box, then select themarked as importantcheck box. In theStep 2section, selectpeople or public group. Choose contacts from your address book or throw in theiremail addressesmanually. If you key in them manually, separate each email address with a semicolon (;)....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 175 words · Joseph Jimenez

Reset This PC: A Complete Walkthrough

You even have the option of keeping or removing your personal files in the process! In Windows 8, this tool exists as two distinct and similarly-named processes:Refresh Your PCandReset Your PC. If itisn’tstarting correctly, use theRepair your computerlink after booting from your installation media or recovery drive. Troubleshoot ASO Menu in Windows 10. We list several ways in that piece, so one is likely to work out. Once at the ASO menu, selectTroubleshoot....

April 15, 2025 · 3 min · 595 words · Alexa Floyd

Resetting Your Lenovo Laptop: A Simple Guide to Keeping Your Files Safe

If you don’t see a shortcut for it, pressWin+i. WithSystemselected on the left side, chooseRecoveryon the right. There areonline backup servicesandoffline backup programs. Pick how you want to reinstall Windows:Cloud downloadorLocal reinstall. SelectNextto begin the reset. Keep your laptop plugged in during this whole process to avoid issues. Windows 10 The Reset This PC process is similar for Windows 10. From theStartmenu, go toSettings>Update & Security. ChooseRecoveryfrom the left, and thenGet startedfrom the right....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 290 words · William Gonzales

Resizing Layers in Photoshop: A Comprehensive Guide to Mastering the Basics

This article explains a few approaches for proper layer scaling up or down. These instructions focus on Adobe Photoshop CC version 20.0.4 or newer. Most methods also work with older versions of Photoshop, but the steps might differ slightly. Danik Prihodko via Canva.com One option is to freely adjust the size up or down with the Free Transform tool. If you don’t seethe Tools menu,selectWindow>Tools. In theLayerswindow, snag the one you want to adjust....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 198 words · Jennifer Powell

Restore an Outlook PST Contacts and Emails File

Go toFile>Open & Export>Import/Export. In Outlook 2007 and 2003, go toFile>Import and Export. ChooseImport from another program or file, then selectNext. SelectBrowseto find and opt for PST file that you want to import data from. Outlook may check for a backup.pst file in the \Document\Outlook Files\folder. SelectBrowseto change where it searches. Choose one of the following: ChooseNext. opt for folder to import from (optional), whether toInclude subfolders,and where to import....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 133 words · Katherine Adams

Retirement Account Changes: How New Rules Will Impact Your IRA and 401(k)

But there are more than 90 different retirement changes overall in the giant spending package. Here’s what you gotta know. What are the new rules for required minimum distributions, or RMDs, in 2023? (Roth IRAs are not subject to RMDs.) The new rules also reduce the penalty for failing to take RMDs. The penalty reductions take effect immediately, now that Biden has signed the law. What are the new contribution limits for 401(k) plans and IRAs?...

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 319 words · Crystal Jones

Retirement Changes for 2024: Learn the New Rules for Your 401(k) and IRA

TAX SOFTWARE DEALS OF THE WEEK Individual retirement accountrules have shifted slightly as well. The IRA annual-contribution limit increased to $7,000 from $6,500. However, the IRA catch-up contribution limit for people aged 50 and over remains $1,000 for 2024. Catch-up limits allow older plan participants to put away more money, since they have less time to save. “It happens each year and taxpayers shouldn’t be alarmed they might even have a bigger benefit....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 154 words · Briana Barnett

Retirement Changes for 2025: Automatic 401(k) Enrollment, Catchup Contribution Updates and More

Several new provisions of theSECURE Act 2.0went live for US workers at the start of 2025. This federal legislation is designed to help Americans manage and contribute totax-advantaged retirement plans. Here’s a breakdown of all the new rules for 2025 and how they could affect your savings. Read more:Your Employer Can Auto-Enroll You in Their 401(k) Plan Next Year. Those distributions are taxed as ordinary income. RMDs exist because the IRS wants to be sure you eventually pay taxes on the money you invested....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 413 words · Vanessa Livingston

Returned online buys burn fuel and fill the dump. Here's what could change

Recordonline shopping this holiday seasonhas fueled another record for e-commerce companies: returned goods. Cooped up at home because of the pandemic, people didn’t stop clicking. Online salesreached $205 billionin the US, according to Adobe, a new holiday season high. Not all of those purchases worked out. Returns are a normal part of retail. Clothes don’t fit, appliances have manufacturing flaws or shoppers just change their minds. Online shopping has turbocharged the process because consumers often plan to return some of the goods they buy....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 241 words · Thomas Valentine

Revamp Your Garden With Home Depot's Spring Black Friday Sale

The birds are chirping and the flowers are blooming – spring is finally here. And what better way to celebrate the season than getting your garden ready. We’re seeing tons of discounts on garden soil, fertilizer and plenty of plants, too. Soil is the basis of any garden, and it pays to invest in the good stuff. Miracle Gro’s garden soil helps improve the soil you already have to build strong roots for you plants....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 297 words · Lauren Mccormick

Revolutionize Your Commute with These 5 Must-See E-Bikes and an Unexpected Scooter

Riding in style on two (or three) wheels Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. An e-bike can boost your speed and prevent you from arriving at your destination a sweaty mess. Photo:Lifewire / Westend61 It has three levels of pedal assist to help you on long rides, hills, and other terrain. Built-in Display Tenways CGO 800S The Tenways CGO 800S is easy to assemble and ride....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 318 words · Brandon Lyons

Rhode Island Residents: Your Personal Data May Be Leaked After RIBridges Breach

Deloitte confirmed the breach on Dec. 11, which is believed to have impacted hundreds of thousands of residents. The company didn’t immediately respond to CNET’s requests for comment. In ashort videoposted Dec. 16, Rhode Island Gov. Daniel McKee, outlined a few steps that residents can take to limit the consequences of the data breach. tune up your password You should change the password to your RIBridges account as soon as possible....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · Monique Sanders