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Libraries, smart classes, sports and solar power drive change in UP's aspirational blocks
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Uttar Pradesh government is working with full focus to transform the state's aspirational development blocks. Concrete changes have been made in several backward and aspirational blocks.
Hyundai shows off the ultimate EV camper with solar power, a kitchen, and few other goodies
Hyundai unveiled an all-electric camper van with solar panels for off-grid adventures. It even has a kitchen, smart features, and plenty more for extended stays. Just over a week after it revealed the Staria Electric, its first fully electric MPV…
Aurora Borealis Sightings Across Multiple Areas Surge as Severe Geomagnetic Storm Hits Earth
A colossal coronal mass ejection (CME) has struck Earth, triggering severe (G4) geomagnetic storm conditions that could push the northern lights much farther south than usual tonight (19–20 January). The impact, confirmed by the National…
Silicone Bakeware Might Be Bad For Your Liver
Silicone bakeware has become a staple in many kitchens due to its flexible, yet temperature-tolerant nature. New research from Canada shows it could be causing trouble for your liver and lungs, however. The siloxanes that make up silicone bakeware…
Tomato traders hail government FSRP-FarmMate projects' produce
Bulk tomato traders and major market outlets in Accra have praised the government-backed West Africa Food System Resilience Programme (FSRP) in partnership with FarmMate Ltd for supplying high-quality, freshly harvested tomatoes to the city's…
Behind the Curtain: Elon Musk is betting on space as future of AI
Elon Musk and his SpaceX team believe they've cracked the code on building orbiting data centers to power the future of AI — and plan to use the company's upcoming public offering to help fund the audacious vision, according to people…
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How to Watch the Northern Lights from These 24 States Tonight
A strong geomagnetic storm could spark auroras in up to 24 U.S. states overnight Monday, Jan. 19, into early Tuesday, Jan. 20, according to NOAA forecasts An Earth-directed coronal mass ejection from an X1.9 solar flare is expected to impact…
Oil, not cocaine, is Venezuela's most dangerous drug
So, the U.S. has seized Venezuela's oil reserves. It looks like President Trump's biggest deal ever — a hostile takeover. But should we celebrate it? Trump frames the takeover as an enormous opportunity for America's oil companies, the…
Elon Musk Admits China Is Beating America To His EV Vision
On the Peter R. Diamandis podcast on YouTube, Elon Musk said, 'It seems like China listens to everything I say and does it.' Although he did backtrack almost immediately and conceded, 'or they're just doing it independently'. Whether Musk wants to…
China's First 'Flying Aircraft Carrier' Just Completed Its Test Flight
We have seen a myriad of drone advancements in recent years — from solar-powered drones designed to fly forever to swarms of MIT-created insect drones to help with pollination. However, China's latest advancement, a massive drone mothership…
Origin to keep country's largest coal plant running until 2029
The country's largest coal power station will run for almost two years longer than planned after Origin Energy said it would extend the life of Eraring, given the slower-than-expected rollout of renewable generation. The plant, near Newcastle, had…
Beijing slams EU's 'naked protectionism' over Chinese gear phase-out - media
Beijing has condemned the European Union's reported plans to phase out Chinese made equipment from the bloc's critical infrastructure, describing the idea as “naked protectionism,” according to Reuters. China's Foreign Ministry was…
Northern lights may be visible in 24 states tonight as massive CME races toward Earth
A colossal coronal mass ejection (CME) is currently hurtling toward Earth and is forecast to arrive within the next 24 hours. The impact could ring Earth's magnetic field like a bell, triggering severe (G4) geomagnetic storm conditions and pushing…
RIL's timeline on earnings visibility from new energy business unclear
Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), which is now focused on its new energy business, is being cautious about disclosing any earnings visibility from the projects, with no timeline specified. The conglomerate is betting big on all green energy resources.
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[Vantage Point] The solar tale: Jurisprudence slays Leviste's thinly veiled tact
Leandro Leviste has vociferously rejected allegations that he illegally sold the franchise of his solar energy company to the Manny Pangilinan-led Meralco group for personal gain. With a simple truth that dismantles Leviste's technical denials and…
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