Mon, December 2, 2024

by: Tim Hastings

How sustainability efforts in the food industry are going up in flames

The clock is ticking on myriad climate targets, but progress appears to be stalling. As a swathe of senior sustainability leaders leave the industry, what can be done to reverse the damage?

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ISRO's workhorse PSLV-XL to launch Proba-3 mission: All you need to know

India's Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle-XL (PSLV-XL) will launch the European Space Agency's (ESA) Proba-3 mission from Sriharikota on December 4, 2024. Proba-3 involves two satellites flying in precise formation to study the Sun's corona with unparalleled accuracy.

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Windows 10 is fighting back and it is terrible news for Microsoft's Windows 11

Windows 10 might be less than 12 months away from being sent to the history books but that's not stopping people from using it.

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What the departing White House chief tech advisor has to say on AI

We discussed AI risks, immigration, the CHIPS Act, and eroding trust in science.

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China: Passengers may experience 5G connectivity in 1,000km/h trains, says study

Currently, the high-speed trains offering 5G networks operate at 350km/h, even through long tunnels. However, the challenge arises while travelling at near-sonic speeds and staying connected to mobile

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Call to boost Aussie research funds as review launches

A study of Australian research investments has been welcomed by business, academic and technology groups, but some say more urgent action is needed.

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Want to try the 'Human Washer of the Future'? Japanese company develops AI-bathtub

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Asia's Universities Are Redefining Excellence In Higher Education

Asia's universities are reshaping global higher education, leveraging innovation and collaboration to address economic challenges and redefine academic excellence

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Cyber Monday 2024 camera deals live: Plus, savings on telescopes, binoculars and stargazing accessories

We're also constantly watching price fluctuations and checking for new deals throughout Cyber Monday so you can be confident that the deals below are up-to-date and also genuine. We spy the retailers inflating their prices just to drop them back down to normal price so don't worry, you won't get scammed.

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Millions of Android users put on red alert and told to delete these popular apps now

Millions of Android users are being warned to stay alert and check their devices for a new type of threat. This scary warning, which has been issued by the security team at McAfee, comes after a huge number of Android users have been targeted by so-called SpyLoan attacks.

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Australia news LIVE: House values tumble as economy struggles; PM touts international coverage of social media ban

Amid signs the economy continues to face headwinds, CoreLogic data to be released on Monday shows Sydney house values fell by 0.4 per cent in November while they dropped by 0.5 per cent in Melbourne.

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Sky offers last chance to ditch your dish and get a vastly cheaper way to watch TV

Want to watch Sky and Netflix without paying the usual high price? There's a very limited time to get exactly that.

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Time Moves Faster On Moon Than On Earth? Scientists Reveal

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Data, AI, and customer-centricity: Navigating the redefinition of financial services in the digital era

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'Worth $19.5 million': NASA to launch an artificial star which will orbit 22,236 miles above Earth

NASA, in collaboration with George Mason University, is preparing to launch the Landolt NASA Space Mission, a $19.5 million initiative to place an artificial "star" in orbit by 2029.

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Canada to tackle labor shortage with immigrants in key sectors

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Hong Kong universities should press on with building global connections, Zheng Yanxiong says

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LIVE: 590+ Black Friday Deals & Sales Still On in Australia

The mega Black Friday sales are almost over with only today, Sunday December 1 left of the massive Cyber Weekend.

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Groundbreaking projects and inspiring leaders shine at 2024 Engineers Australia Excellence Awards

Engineering's brightest minds and most impactful achievements have been celebrated at the 2024 Engineers Australia Excellence Awards, held recently in Brisbane.

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Qatar's ministry updates job title description, classification guide for private sector

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Scientists discover the key to treating depression and anxiety

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Massive Moon Replica At IIT Festival Brings Lunar Terrain To Life

A beautiful replica of the moon is proving to be a crowd-puller at the ongoing India International Science Festival at IIT, Guwahati.

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Astronomers Find Rare Supernova That Could Rewrite Cosmic History

Researchers have documented a rare supernova, 2023ufx, the most metal-poor stellar explosion observed, located in a dwarf galaxy. This finding is crucial as it mirrors the early universe's conditions,

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700 Delegates To Take Part In International Conference On Materials Science At Indore's DAVV

The UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research (UGC-DAE CSR), Indore, is all set to host the 35th annual general meeting (AGM) of the Materials Research Society of India (MRSI) along with the International Union of Materials Research Societies - International Conference in Asia (IUMRS-ICA) 2024 and 6th Indian Materials
Sun, December 1, 2024

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The best Cyber Monday deals on portable jump starters could save your butt this winter

This NOCO portable power bank can jump start a typical car up to 20 times on a single charge and it's only $79 right now.

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Time to ditch your Kindle? Amazon finally launches something better this month

It's been a very, very long time coming but Amazon is finally ready to unleash its all-new and ultimate Kindle Scribe to UK customers. This flagship e-reader was actually announced all the way back in October but, for a unknown reason, it's only just about to start shipping out to those who have pre-ordered it.

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A quest for better health

Oil is an indispensable component of Bengali cuisine, enhancing both texture and flavor. The commonly used edible oils offer certain health benefits, including supporting heart and bone health, boosting the immune system,

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Time moves faster on the moon, new study of Einstein's relativity shows

Using Einstein's theory of general relativity, physicists found that clocks on the moon would run 56 microseconds faster than clocks on Earth. That finding will help future lunar missions navigate.

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Jitendra Singh urges stronger startup-industry ties to drive India's sustainable economic growth

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Dr Jitendra Singh on Sunday urged for stronger startup and industry ties to drive India's sustainable economic growth, the Ministry of Science and Technology said in a release.

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Jacksonville programmer hopes to inspire youth to explore STEM

Ania Wilson, a Jacksonville native and professional computer programmer, is on a mission to inspire young people—especially underrepresented groups—to explore science, technology, engineering, and mat

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How Science Is Unlocking the Secrets of Addiction

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With 11 final-round birdies, Austin Eckroat's winning ways continue at World Wide Technology Championship

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Ohio State, Michigan players involved in melee after Buckeyes loss, multiple people pepper sprayed

Moments after Michigan upset No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 on Saturday at Ohio Stadium, players from both teams were involved in altercations at midfield. Multiple

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Air Signs in Sci-Fi Universes: Who's Inventing the Coolest Tech

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Nobel Prize Wins Point to a Pivotal Moment of the New AI Era

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What European Fighter Jets Have Critical US Components?

All European fighter jets currently in production use US-sourced components - although some use more than others.

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The Latest Technology News

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Argos shoppers race to beat Black Friday deadline - 7 offers you must not miss

Argos says its Black Friday event will run until December 3 so as long as you act now you'll still be able to advantage. Of course, there are hundreds of deals available so, to help you out, Express.co.uk has been online shopping and here's our pick of the best last-minute offers from Argos.

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Breaking the Data Barrier: New Materials Supercharge AI Speed

Researchers at KIT are addressing the challenges posed by the rapid growth in data volumes and the demands of AI technologies through the ATHENS project. The European Research Council (ERC) has awarded a Synergy Grant to the ATHENS research project,

by: Tim Hastings

Memories of another life: Making a case for research into reincarnation

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China's 621 mph maglev train with 5G could tap Hyperloop idea that Elon Musk abandoned

Researchers in China are advancing the development of 621 mph vacuum-tube maglev trains, aiming to address the near-sonic travel challenges.

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Sandburg choir will perform free concert in Galesburg

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'Catastrophic error': Expert from Trump's first term issues dire warning about new plan

Elon Musk's cash-slashing new venture is tempting catastrophe by putting one particular government agency in its crosshairs, an expert who served in Donald Trump's first administration warned Sunday.

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Ministry of Labour issues updated version of job title description, classification guide for private sector

The Ministry of Labour, in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior, has issued the updated version of the Occupational Description and Classification Guide for the

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Return to Helgoland: celebrating 100 years of quantum mechanics

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HBKU signs MoU with Canada's leading innovation organization

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Quantum Computing: Applications and Challenges

Quantum computing is the revolutionary power emerging in science and technology to solve problems with the application of quantum mechanics, solving problems th

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Gautam Adani makes BIG statement, says decline in exports of...a 'wake-up call', urges businesses to...

Gautam Adani termed India, which boasts a 26.5% share in the global diamond market, a "jewel in the global crown of the cut-and-polished diamond market", but expressed concern about the recent 14% drop in exports saying "its not just a statistic,

Hong Kong universities should press on with building global connections, Zheng Yanxiong says

Head of Beijing's liaison office in Hong Kong says city can build an 'interconnected international higher education cooperation network'.

Zheng Yanxiong, the director of Beijing’s liaison office in Hong Kong, emphasized the importance of Hong Kong universities enhancing their global connections during a speech at the University of Hong Kong's 210th Congregation. He highlighted that universities should not only focus on local development but also on international collaboration to maintain Hong Kong's status as an international education hub. Zheng suggested that universities should leverage Hong Kong's unique "one country, two systems" framework to foster exchanges and cooperation with both mainland China and the rest of the world. He also encouraged universities to contribute to national development by aligning their research and educational strategies with national priorities, thereby promoting Hong Kong's integration into the broader national context while preserving its international character.

Read the Full scmp.com Article at:
https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3288955/hong-kong-universities-should-press-building-global-connections-zheng-yanxiong-says