ENERGY

Jul 01 2025POLITICS

A Sudden Tax on Wind and Solar

In a recent turn of events, a new tax on wind and solar projects has appeared in a major Republican bill, catching many by surprise. This tax targets projects that use a certain amount of parts made in China. The wording is vague, and it would let the Trump administration figure out the details. Se

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Jul 01 2025POLITICS

EV Tax Credits: A Sudden End in Sight?

The Senate is currently debating a massive tax and spending bill that could bring an unexpected and swift end to electric vehicle (EV) tax credits. This draft proposes a unified end date of September 30th, which is much earlier than the House's proposed timeline of late 2025 or 2026 for different au

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Jun 27 2025SCIENCE

How Brain Cells Help You Switch Between Sleep and Wakefulness

The brain is a busy place, always working to keep you alert or help you sleep. It turns out that special cells called astrocytes play a big role in this switch. These cells are like tiny helpers in the brain. They talk to other brain cells using chemicals called neurotransmitters. One important neur

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Jun 27 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Green Money and Tech Fuel Eco-Friendly Growth

The link between green energy and economic growth is not as simple as it seems. Many studies have looked at how green finance and technology affect growth, but they often miss the bigger picture. A recent study tried to fix this by looking at 29 countries from 2014 to 2021. It used a special method

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Jun 26 2025BUSINESS

Oil Prices Drop Despite Middle East Tensions: What's Going On?

The Middle East is a hotspot for oil production, supplying about a third of the world's oil. Recently, Iran launched missiles at a U. S. military base in Qatar, raising concerns about a wider conflict. Surprisingly, oil prices dropped instead of rising. This might seem odd, but it shows that the glo

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Jun 23 2025POLITICS

Keeping Oil Prices in Check: A Presidential Plea

In the midst of rising tensions in the Middle East, President Donald Trump took to his social media platform to urge a broad audience to maintain low oil prices. His message, directed at an unspecified group, warned that allowing prices to rise would benefit adversaries. This call came after the U.

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Jun 23 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Battery Power in the Cold with a Simple Trick

Aqueous sodium-ion batteries are gaining traction for their safety and affordability. However, they have a few drawbacks. The main issue is their limited electrochemical stability window and their tendency to freeze in cold temperatures. This can hinder their use in real-world situations. Resea

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Jun 22 2025BUSINESS

Tensions in the Middle East: Oil Prices on the Rise

The Middle East is heating up, and so are oil prices. The US has taken a big step by bombing Iran's nuclear sites. This move has raised the stakes, and everyone is wondering how Iran will react. The world is watching to see if Iran will hit back, maybe by targeting oil facilities or ships in the

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Jun 22 2025SCIENCE

Clay Powerhouses: Boosting Energy from Salt Water

Clay is not just for pottery anymore. It turns out that tiny clay tubes can help make energy from salt water. This is big news for scientists working on clean energy. The trick is to use special types of clay that can handle water without falling apart. This is important because water can make clay

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Jun 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Energy from Movement: The Future of Wearable Tech

The world of wearable technology is buzzing with a new invention. This isn't just about fancy watches or fitness trackers. It's about creating power from simple movements. A new device called a triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) is making waves. It turns mechanical energy into electrical energy. Thi

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