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Berlin, Germany (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
Researchers from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have made progress in understanding halide perovskites, a promising class of materials for solar cells. These materials could serve as an efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional silicon-based cells, but they face challenges with stability. The new insights are expected to aid the development of more reliable and efficie

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Oct 17, 2024
Baylor University researchers from the Cornerstone Atomization and Combustion Lab (CAC) have developed an advanced method for burning biofuels with minimal emissions. Using a new Swirl Burst (SB) injector, the team successfully achieved ultra-clean combustion of glycerol/methanol blends, a fuel type typically challenging to ignite due to its thick consistency. This innovative approach marks a ma

London, UK (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
Researchers from Drexel University and the University of British Columbia are looking to the ancient Japanese art of kirigami to advance wireless technology. By applying kirigami techniques to the design and manufacturing of antennas, the team aims to improve versatility, durability, and manufacturing efficiency for devices that transmit electromagnetic waves, which are essential for communicati

New York (AFP) Oct 16, 2024
Amazon announced significant investments in nuclear energy on Wednesday, joining other tech giants in aiming to meet the high electric power demands of artificial intelligence using atomic energy. As companies including Microsoft, Amazon, and Google rapidly expand their global data center capabilities, they are actively seeking new electricity sources. Amazon has signed three agreements

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
Curtin University researchers have made a significant discovery that could enhance everyday technology, from TV screens to solar panels and medical diagnostics. The study, led by Associate Professor Guohua Jia, revealed how to increase the number of molecules, known as ligands, that adhere to zinc sulfide nanocrystals by manipulating the shape of these tiny particles. Associate Professor J

A man was shot at Walmart in Crowley, Louisiana, Thursday afternoon. Continue reading…

Ken Paxton, the attorney general, said it was the first enforcement action under a state ban on treatment.

1. Texas Attorney General Sues Doctor Over Treatment for Transgender Minors  The New York Times
2. AG Ken Paxton sues North Texas doctor accused of providing gender-affirming care  KERA News
3. Texas sues doctor and accuses her of violating ban on gender-affirming care  The Associated Press
4. Florida Alligator Sunbathes on a Floating Bed Post-Hurricane  The Daily Beast

Liam Payne died at 31, sparking online speculation about a connection to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Read more below.

The Finance Ministry is preparing to propose another package to stimulate purchasing power in the property sector and lift the economy, offering 55 billion baht in low-interest loans.

The rabbi predicted that Sinwar and his associates would meet a gruesome end akin to the hanging of Haman, the enemy of the Jews in the story of Purim.

Max Verstappen says he will continue his stance of giving minimal answers in official Formula 1 news conferences at this weekend’s US Grand Prix.

Should so-called ghost guns — assembled at home from kits in as little as 20 minutes — be counted as guns for purposes of federal law? If you have an ounce of common sense, the answer is obviously yes. The relevant law defines a firearm as “any weapon … which will or is designed to […]

Fabulous semi-detached house located in Riviera del sol, Mijas Costa, next to the toll that connects with Malaga 20 minutes and Marbella center 10 minutes.

NOAA's winter forecast outlook predicts above average precipitation in the Northwest and Great Lakes regions. The rest of the U.S. faces an average or warm and dry winter.

By Saima William

(UCA News) -- In a country where religious tensions are already high, a controversial Indian Islamic preacher’s arrival in Pakistan for a month-long speaking tour has added fuel to the fire.

Zakir Naik, banned in several countries for his inflammatory rhetoric, began his tour on Oct. 1, delivering lectures in major cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad.

However, instead of promoting understanding, his speeches have further alienated Pakistan's Christian minority... Читать дальше...

This year, a cutting-edge agritech solution designed to benefit the health of cows took out first place in the Velocity $100k Challenge.

De Beers has announced plans to reduce the number of sightholders in its next supply agreement, which will take effect from January 2026, citing a decline in available rough diamonds as the primary reason. The changes were communicated in a letter dated 20 September, following a sightholder event at the Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem [...]

The notorious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua (TdA) has seized control of at least four apartment complexes in San Antonio, Texas.

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Geopolitical conflict is interfering with crude oil futures, causing oil prices to be lower in the future than they are today.

Conservative Party leader hopeful Robert Jenrick referenced Winston Churchill as he called for Britain to leave the European Convention of Human Rights (EHCR).

Trump is ramping up as much media coverage as possible ahead of next month's presidential election, when he will battle it out with Kamala Harris for the top White House job.

He suggested that coaching is also on the table. “I was talking to my wife today because I have always said I would never coach,” he said. “But just thinking about it, I don’t know. Trying to figure it out. My wife and friends are always telling me I have so much knowledge and love for the game that I could coach. But I also think about being a dad because I have missed so much of my kids’ lives. So, yeah, I don’t know.”
Source: San Antonio Express-News