Consortium led by MIT, Harvard University, and Mass General Brigham spurs development of 408 MW of renewable energy
MIT is co-leading an effort to enable the development of two new large-scale renewable energy projects in regions with carbon-intensive electrical grids: Big Elm Solar in Bell County, Texas, came online this year, and the Bowman Wind Project in Bowman County, North Dakota, is expected to be operational in 2026.Continue Reading
Parents ‘devastated’ over daughter’s suspected poisoning death
Squire Patton Boggs Simone White’s parents described their daughter as a “soul who gave so much” The parents of British lawyer Simone White, who died in a suspected poisoning in Laos, have said they are “devastated” by the “terrible tragedy”. Ms White, from Orpington, south-east London, died in hospital afterContinue Reading
Hailstorm in Saudi Arabian desert mistaken for snow, sparking misleading climate claims online
In early November, several photos were shared via social media and news outlets showing what was allegedly the ‘ first-ever snowfall on record ’ in the Al-Jouf (or Al-Jawf) desert in Saudi Arabia. This ignited polarized discussions on social media with some people blaming climate change, and others claiming thisContinue Reading
California case is the first confirmed bird flu infection in a US child
Health officials are confirming bird flu in a California child — the first reported case in a U.S. minor, Read MoreContinue Reading
Prominent figure from Canada’s trucker protests against COVID-19 restrictions found guilty
One of the most prominent figures from Canada’s trucker protests against COVID-19 restrictions in 2022 has been found guilty on five counts including mischief and disobeying a court order, Read MoreContinue Reading
Ukrainian intel: Russian forces executed five captured Ukrainian soldiers near Vuhledar
The prosecutor’s office of the Donetsk Oblast has reported that Russian forces have shot five Ukrainian prisoners of war. Russian forces execution of five Ukrainian prisoners of war near Vuhledar marks an escalating pattern of war crimes, with such killings rising sharply in late 2024. The incident represents one-third ofContinue Reading
Nearly 580,000 Russian soldiers fighting against Ukraine
The ground component of the enemy group involved in hostilities against Ukraine amounts to almost 580,000 Russian servicemen, according to Deputy Chief of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine Major General Vadym Skibitsky. This figure, combined with high reported losses of personnel and Russia’s effortsContinue Reading
US and Europe consider granting Ukraine ”punishing blow” capability to prevent future ceasefire violations
European and United States’ officials are currently discussing arming Ukraine to such an extent that it can deliver a decisive ”punishing blow” to Russia, in case the latter country would violate a potential future negotiated cease-fire. The discussions between Western powers about potentially arming Ukraine to deliver a “punishing blow”Continue Reading
UK intel: Soviet-era stockpiles sustain Russia’s war machine despite massive losses
Before the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Russia had attempted to build a modern, professional force capable of carrying out complex operations. While Russia has suffered devastating losses in both personnel and equipment that have degraded its professional fighting force, its willingness to accept high casualties and rely onContinue Reading
Man City vs Tottenham: Pep latest, kickoff time, team news, where to watch
Pep Guardiola leads Man City out for the first time since signing a two-year extension when Tottenham visit on Saturday., Who: Manchester City vs Tottenham Hotspur What: English Premier League football Where: Etihad Stadium, Manchester, United Kingdom When: 5:30pm (17:30 GMT) on Saturday How to follow: Al Jazeera Sport willContinue Reading
Nicaragua approves reforms boosting power of President Ortega and his wife
Legislators greenlight reforms giving more authority to Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo, accused of stifling dissent., Legislators greenlight reforms giving more authority to Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo, accused of stifling dissent. Legislators in Nicaragua have approved a constitutional amendment that will strengthen the power of longtime President Daniel Ortega,Continue Reading
House Approves “Nonprofit Killer” Bill, Most Dangerous Domestic Anti-Terrorism Bill Since PATRIOT Act
The House of Representatives passed a bill Thursday that would empower the Treasury Department to revoke the tax-exempt status of any nonprofit it deems has provided material support to a terrorist organization. A broad coalition of civil society groups have opposed the bill, warning that it would give the TheContinue Reading
Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti leaks hint at RTX 5080-like architecture, 300W power draw
Established leaker Kopite7kimi recently shared details regarding Nvidia’s rumored GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU with VideoCardz. The core count and shipping data suggests it will feature a cut-down version of the chip powering the 5080, rather than an enhanced 5070 processor.Read Entire Article…Continue Reading