Big tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon are investing in nuclear energy to reduce their carbon footprint. The U. S. government is supporting this with funding for small modular reactors. Environmental groups are still concerned about safety and waste disposal. The U. S. Department of
The end of Ukraine's five-year gas transit deal with Russia marked a significant shift in Europe's energy landscape. The deal's expiration sparked concerns about skyrocketing prices and market chaos. However, Europe's adaptable infrastructure handled the change smoothly. Countries like Austria and t
Did you know that new moms are more likely to experience intimate partner violence (IPV)? This isn't just a bad thing to happen; it can cause lasting harm to the mother and her baby. But here's where things get tricky: even if they're in danger, many moms struggle to ask for help. Researchers recent
You might not expect it, but some cities in southwest China are showing the world how to grow their economies while keeping their environment squeaky clean. A recent study dug into 282 cities to figure out who's doing this best. And you know what? Those southwest cities are nailing it! Experts have
Imagine computers that work like our brains, using far less energy than the silicon chips we currently rely on. This is where brain-inspired computing steps in, aiming to solve big problems in security and healthcare. The challenge lies in finding materials that can imitate biological functions with
In the bustling world of the G7 nations, a complex dance is happening between inflation, government spending, energy use, and pollution. This study, spanning from 1975 to 2022, looked into how these factors influence each other using a model called PLSTRVAR. The results? Inflation and government spe
Imagine you're a farmer with a herd of pregnant Angus cows. You decided to give them some extra minerals during their late pregnancy. You had three options: minerals from sulfates, organic complexes, or hydroxychlorides. You might think these would have different effects, but let's see what happened
Everyone in Puerto Rico was in for a surprise on New Year's Eve. At 5:30 a. m. , a massive power outage left almost the entire island in the dark. This wasn't the first time something like this happened. The island's power grid has been struggling for years, ever since Hurricane Maria hit in 2017.
Ever wondered how big companies buying newspapers affects what you read? Let's look at Australia's news game over recent years. Between 2016 and 2019, there were three major newspaper acquisitions. News Corp, Nine Entertainment, and a duo named Antony Catalano and Alex Waislitz each bought their sha
Ukraine has put an end to Russian gas exports to European customers. The decision, revealed by Ukraine's energy minister Herman Halushchenko, was made with national security in mind. Halushchenko noted that this move aligns with Europe's plan to phase out Russian gas, causing financial losses for Ru
