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Nov 05 2025BUSINESS

Texas Gets a Power and Data Boost from MARA and MPLX

In a big move, MARA Holdings and MPLX LP are teaming up to build power plants and data centers in West Texas. This isn't just any project; it's a plan to use natural gas from MPLX's plants to fuel MARA's power facilities. The goal? To start with 400 MW of electricity and maybe even grow to 1. 5 GW.

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Nov 04 2025SCIENCE

Smart Tech Predicts Best Settings for Magnesium Alloy Performance

Researchers have found a clever way to figure out the best conditions for a magnesium alloy called AZ91D to work well under heat. They used a computer model that mimics the human brain, called an artificial neural network (ANN), to predict how much wear and friction happen when the alloy is tested.

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Nov 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Belief and Science Clash in New Crime Drama

A fresh crime drama is making waves, blending mystery and deep questions about belief. "The Fundamentals" is a joint effort between Taiwanese and Singaporean creators, focusing on a murder case that pits science against spirituality. The story revolves around a rural cop who is quite superstitious

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Nov 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

France and Asia: A Creative Powerhouse in the Making

France is stepping up its game in Asia, seeing the region as a hotspot for creativity in the world of entertainment. The country's film board, CNC, is leading the charge, aiming to make France and Europe major players in this space. At a recent event in Taiwan, CNC's boss Gaetan Bruel shared some b

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Nov 04 2025FINANCE

Money for Climate Resilience: A New Fund Steps Up

A new fund, supported by MUFG and other investors, has raised $600 million to help countries deal with climate change. This fund, called the GAIA Climate Loan Fund, focuses on projects that make communities stronger against extreme weather like floods and droughts. The fund's goal is to show that p

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Nov 04 2025HEALTH

Keeping Minds Sharp: A Simple Way to Help Older Adults

Older adults who are at risk of dementia can benefit from a structured lifestyle program. This program, which is more organized than doing things on their own, has been shown to improve brain function over two years. The program focuses on healthy habits. It includes things like eating well, stayin

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Nov 04 2025CELEBRITIES

Sparkle Everywhere: The Story Behind Sequins on the Red Carpet

Sequins are not just for holidays and parties anymore. They are taking over red carpets too. At the recent LACMA Art+Film Gala, many stars like Salma Hayek, Doja Cat, and Cindy Crawford wore shiny sequin dresses. All these dresses were from Gucci, the event's sponsor. At first glance, it might seem

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Nov 04 2025SCIENCE

How Rice Handles Cadmium: The Phosphorus Puzzle

Rice plants face a tough challenge when dealing with cadmium, a harmful metal. Phosphorus, a key nutrient, plays a big role in how rice plants manage cadmium. Scientists wanted to understand how different amounts of phosphorus affect cadmium in rice. In an experiment, they grew rice in water with d

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Nov 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Spooky Box Office Flop: Why Did Halloween Movies Fail?

The box office had a scary weekend. It was the worst of the year and the worst Halloween in 32 years. But why? Some say it's because of the World Series or Halloween itself. But maybe, just maybe, it's because the movies were not good. Let's look at the movies that came out. There was "Regretting Y

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Nov 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Streaming Tech Showdown: Nokia vs. Warner Brothers

Nokia is taking Warner Brothers to court in multiple countries. The Finnish company says Warner Brothers is using its video tech without permission. This tech helps make streaming smooth and enjoyable for users. It includes things like video compression, content delivery, and recommendation systems.

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