A little-known energy tech company quietly set some big goals back in 2025 and actually met them. This startup, now selling gear in 85 countries, cut the power its products use by half—or even more—compared to the year before. Its inverters, battery boxes, and car chargers all drank less electricity
Australia’s latest move in the digital world has sparked a global debate. The country wants to force big tech companies—like Meta, Google, and TikTok—to pay news organizations for linking to their content. But what started as an "incentive" is really a heavy-handed rule. If these companies refuse, t
In Pyongyang last week, North Korea wrapped up a major youth conference with flashy parades and speeches, showing how much the government relies on young people to push its agenda. The event, called the Eleventh Congress of the Socialist Patriotic Youth League, happens every five years and targets c
Many people think entrepreneurship means starting something brand new, but buying an existing business can be a smarter move. Research shows over half of baby boomer business owners plan to sell in the next five years, meaning plenty of opportunities are coming up for sale. You don’t need millions t
University life doesn’t just mean late-night study sessions and endless coffee. For many Spanish students, it’s also a time when daily habits start to take shape—some good, some not so great. A fresh study looked at how these young adults actually spend their time outside classes, using a detailed q
Prairie dogs are famous for their underground homes, built by generations of digging. These tunnels serve as safe spots from predators and as meeting places for their tight-knit groups. But how do their bodies handle all that work? Scientists recently studied nine black-tailed prairie dogs to uncove
A recent clash in Jerusalem highlights the ongoing challenges of managing shared holy sites. Police detained a 36-year-old man after he allegedly struck a French Catholic nun near the Old City’s southern entrance. The suspect, seen wearing religious tzitzit, was arrested on accusations of a hate-dri
Back in the 1990s, Suze Orman turned down a big publishing deal because she felt the price tag was too high. Her agent warned the offer might keep rising, even past a million and a half dollars. Orman didn’t budge. She believed accepting so much money would make her uneasy. Instead, she asked her ag
This week in Northeast Ohio, residents will experience a quick switch from chilly mornings to warmer, stormier days. Early Saturday brings a light shower chance, but skies clear up as temperatures stay in the low 50s—cooler than usual for this time of year. Nighttime temperatures drop to around 37
Today won’t be the best day for outdoor plans in Columbia and nearby areas. A steady stream of rain is expected to linger through early afternoon, with some parts of the Midlands seeing heavy downpours. The wet start makes sense—November in the South often brings damp, chilly days. By late morning,
