Paris (AFP) April 17, 2024
Climate change caused by CO2 emissions already in the atmosphere will shrink global GDP in 2050 by about $38 trillion, or almost a fifth, no matter how aggressively humanity cuts carbon pollution, researchers said Wednesday.
But slashing greenhouse gas emissions as quickly as possible remains crucial to avoid even more devastating economic impacts after mid-century, they reported in the jour
Beijing (AFP) April 17, 2024
Beijing said on Wednesday it firmly opposed a US probe into China's trade practices in the shipbuilding, maritime and logistics sectors, accusing it of being "full of false accusations".
The US Trade Representative (USTR) announced earlier that it was launching the investigation in response to a recent petition by five US unions.
China's commerce ministry hit back, saying the probe was "
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 18, 2024
POD (Print on Demand) businesses have taken the entrepreneurial world by storm. With minimal investment and unlimited potential, many self-employed individuals have found success as self-made POD entrepreneurs. This article will delve into the journey of these individuals, highlighting their challenges, strategies for growth, and tips for those looking to embark on the same path.
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Pittsburgh (AFP) April 17, 2024
US President Joe Biden denied there was a trade war with China Wednesday, despite calling for a hike in steel tariffs as he courted blue-collar voters in the battleground state of Pennsylvania.
Biden was unveiling the latest in a series of protectionist measures in a campaign speech to United Steelworkers union in Pittsburgh, on the second day of a three-day swing through the state he narrow
Taipei (AFP) April 18, 2024
Taiwanese chipmaking giant TSMC announced Thursday a nearly 9 percent increase in net profits in the first quarter of 2024.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company - whose clients include Apple and Nvidia - controls more than half the world's output of silicon wafers, used in everything from smartphones and cars to missiles.
The company said Thursday its net profit increased 8.9 per
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 17, 2024
Researchers from Lehigh University have developed a material that significantly enhances the efficiency of solar panels.
A prototype incorporating this material as the active layer in a solar cell displays an average photovoltaic absorption rate of 80%, a high rate of photoexcited carrier generation, and an external quantum efficiency (EQE) reaching up to 190%. This figure surpasses the th
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 18, 2024
NASA is poised to launch its Advanced Composite Solar Sail System next week, utilizing a Rocket Lab Electron rocket from Launch Complex 1 on New Zealand's Mahia Peninsula. Scheduled for Tuesday, April 23, the mission seeks to explore solar propulsion by deploying a CubeSat into orbit approximately 600 miles above Earth, a significant ascent from the orbit of the International Space Station.
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 18, 2024
Momentus Inc. (NASDAQ: MNTS) and Ascent Solar Technologies (Nasdaq: ASTI) has unveiled their partnership aimed at jointly marketing innovative solar arrays that integrate Momentus's low-cost Tape Spring Solar Array (TASSA) technology and Ascent's advanced, flexible photovoltaic modules.
The surge in satellite production and deployment
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 18, 2024
ICEYE, a leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology for Earth Observation, has successfully closed an oversubscribed $93M funding round aimed at expanding its SAR satellite operations. This recent financial boost will support the enhancement of the largest SAR satellite constellation globally and the development of new data and subscription services. This round is a continuation of the
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 17, 2024
The PriFUSIO project, led by the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology (ILT) and supported by an 18 million euro grant from the Federal Ministry of Education and Research, is setting a new course for the development of climate-neutral fusion power plants. The project brings together a diverse consortium including startups, mid-sized enterprises, and large corporations along with specialized
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 15, 2024
The space industry, once dominated by Western nations, is witnessing a significant shift as emerging markets invest heavily in developing their space capabilities. This expansion is not only redefining the geopolitical landscape of space exploration but also opening up new avenues for economic and technological growth in these nations.
Focus on Emerging Space Nations
Countries such a
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 18, 2024
China's burgeoning low-altitude economy, recognized as a crucial strategic industry, is expected to witness exponential growth in the near future, driven by significant infrastructure investments, robust policy support, and a broad range of commercial applications spanning passenger transport, tourism, and logistics, industry specialists have indicated.
This sector's emphasis on fostering
Commanders' owners would prefer to be back in the city on the RFK site, according to sources, and it remains the sentimental favorite among the fan base.
Emma Raducanu stormed into the quarter-final of the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix.
Uruguay's Labor Minister Pablo Mieres will leave his position effective May 2 to focus on his presidential bid from within the Independent Party, for which he needs to overcome the June 30 primary elections in which he is the sole contender. He will be replaced by President Luis Lacalle Pou's fellow White Mario Arizti, who currently serves as Labor Undersecretary. Mieres has been on the job since the beginning of the Multicolor administration in early 2020.
Matty Healy‘s love life continues to make headlines. The frontman of The 1975 has garnered plenty of attention with his music, but he’s also been linked to several major celebrities in recent years, and fans are pretty curious about his personal life. In fact, he’s also been linked to another huge musician or two! We’ve [...]
The decision to charge a ‘user fee’ for collecting garbage from households was taken by the YSRCP government back in 2021, much to the chagrin of the public who argue that the civic body is already being paid for this service in the form of property taxes
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For all of the Taylor Swift buzz at Arrowhead Stadium in 2023, the pop singer's music was never actually a part of it. As one Kansas City Chiefs official revealed, the team wanted to respect Travis Kelce.
The end of the NBA’s regular season is just the start of something fresh for New Balance basketball.
Tamil Nadu's 39 Lok Sabha seats make it electorally important enough, and this can be seen in the way both the BJP and the INDIA alliance have been making it a focus of their campaigns.
Lithium Americas (TSX: LAC; NYSE: LAC) is raising US$275 million through a stock offering weeks after getting initial approval for a record government loan to advance...
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Netflix’s The Witcher is coming to an end the streaming giant announced. But a couple seasons are still in the cards.