• Fri, January 24, 2025

by: CNET

Solar Battery Buying Guide: Follow These Tips for a Smart Purchase

If you want to store energy from your solar panels to use at night or during power outages, consider investing in a solar battery.

by: Forbes

What Time Period Does 'Severance' Season 2 Take Place In?

Severance' features retro, analog technology like CRT screens, along with futuristic breakthroughs, but what time period does the show really take place in?

by: ITV

Inside China's 'hacking capital' that has ignited global cyber security alarms

ITV News' Debi Edward visited Chengdu, a city which Western governments have alleged as the base for some of the most audacious cyberattacks in recent years. | ITV National News

by: KLTV

Affidavit: Child found mother shot to death after fighting with suspect in Tyler murder

In just the city of Tyler alone, from 2022 to 2024, there's been 1,831 citations and 1,700 warnings of red-light runners. "No matter how much you run it, somebody could be turning right and you hit them, or you can cause somebody to divert into another lane and hit another car. It is never a good thing," says Tyler PD PIO Andy Erbaugh.

by: MSN

Oxford named best university in the world for two subjects

Cambridge is one of three universities named in the top 10 for all 11 subjects in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject

by: MSN

Long-read sequencing revolutionizes diagnosis of rare diseases

One in every 10 people worldwide is impacted by a rare genetic disease but about 50% of them remain undiagnosed despite rapid increases in genetic technology and testing. Even when a person does have access to testing,

by: MSN

We need to adopt high-density farming now

  • Sat, January 25, 2025

by: NDTV

Planetary Parade 2025: How And Where To See This Rare Celestial Event In India

Stargazers are in or a treat as six planets - Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus - are set to align in the night sky today, January 25, offering a spectacular view.

by: businessday

13 countries offering free or low-cost PhD programmes

Pursuing a PhD can be expensive, but some countries offer low-cost or free education to international students. These countries

by: Forbes

7 Predictions For Quantum Resilience In 2025

Here are some predictions around post-quantum cybersecurity and cryptographic agility for 2025 worthy of our attention.

by: Yle

Finnish university launches security technology programme

The University of Jyväskylä is introducing a degree programme in security technology next year, marking a first for Finland.

by: kathmandupost

Israel warns Lebanese against returning to area at border

A US-brokered ceasefire that ended last year's war between Hezbollah and Israel stipulated that Israeli forces should withdraw as the Iran-backed group's weapons and fighters are removed from the south and the Lebanese army deploys. The deal set a 60-day period which ends on Sunday.

by: WION

Planetary Parade 2025: How to watch six planets tonight from India

On January 25, 2025, stargazers will be treated to a rare sight as six planets—Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus align in the night sky.

by: abc3340

Bessemer students over the moon with 'Plant the Moon' challenge victory

In the fall of 2024, 6th-grade students at Bessemer Middle School went above and beyond, winning the Institute Competition of Sciences (ICS) 'Plant the Moon Cha

by: EKU

EKU College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Congratulates Fall 2024 Graduates

Congratulations to the Fall 2024 graduates of Eastern Kentucky University! EKU proudly celebrated over1,300 students during the commencement ceremonies held on December 5 and 6, 2024, at the EKU Center

by: Graphic

Study finds dangerous cancer-causing chemicals in meats cooked with burnt car tyres

Published in the journal Environmental Health Insights, the study found that meats singed with tyres contain high levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), particularly a harmful chemical called Benzo [a]pyrene, which is known to increase the risk of cancer.

by: MSN

How data centers work and why AI is driving their growth

A look at how data centers operate, and why they require a lot of electricity and water. (AP animation/Donavon Brutus)

by: NextBigFuture

Tiny DeepSeek 1.5B Models Run on $99 NVIDIA Jetson Nano

Youtuber, Ominous Industries, ran a couple of versions of the DeepSeek R1 1.5B of models running locally on the NVIDIA Jetson Nan. The newly released

by: MSN

China's tech start-up boom sets sights on building multiple Silicon Valleys

Li Zexiang, who nurtured drone maker DJI, sees his incubator as providing the seeds for a flourishing innovation environment in China Li Zexiang, the Chinese professor credited with nurturing some of the country's most valuable tech start-ups,

by: NextBigFuture

DeepSeek Model Has Restrictions and Bias

The Opensource Deepseek R1 AI model is top notch in terms of math, reasoning and coding but it has a lot of bias and restrictions.

by: Graphic

Study finds dangerous cancer-causing chemicals in meat dressed with burnt car tyres

Published in the journal Environmental Health Insights, the study found that meats singed with tyres contain high levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), particularly a harmful chemical called Benzo [a]pyrene, which is known to increase the risk of cancer.

by: kathmandupost

South Korea's 'imperial presidency': how it became threat to democracy

Suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was formally arrested last week for declaring martial law and faces insurrection charges, once positioned himself as a reformer determined to dismantle South Korea's entrenched "imperial presidency."

by: NextBigFuture

DeepSeek Causing Panic at Meta and Reshapes AI Landscape

Deepseek is freely available online for simple chat interface and charges far lower costs for heavy million+ token usage.

by: Graphic

VIDEO: Meet the 13-year-old undergraduate studying Physics at KNUST

At just 13 years old, Melchizedek Adio Baafawiise has earned a spot as one of the youngest undergraduates at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

by: MSN

15,000 turn up to watch rare planet parade at Periyar Science and Technology Centre in Chennai

CHENNAI: Over 15,000 astronomy enthusiasts flocked to the Periyar Science and Technology Centre between January 22 and 25 to witness the rare celestial event where planets from Venus to Neptune aligned in the night sky.

by: MSN

How to Get Started Creating Interactive Notebooks in Jupyter

Jupyter creates interactive documents to mix code, text, and graphics. Jupyter is popular for sharing code and results in scientific computing. Jupyter notebooks consist of Markdown and code cells which can be created and moved easily.

by: MSN

Immigration's scientific legacy shapes America's innovation hub

The United States was built by immigrants. This statement also applies to its scientific and technological sectors. It remains largely true today, even though immigrants have recently faced challenges due to President Donald Trump's policies.

by: MSN

Immigrants' vital role in shaping American science and tech

The United States was built by immigrants, and this statement holds true even in its scientific and technological sectors. This remains largely applicable despite recent challenges faced by immigrants due to policies from President Donald Trump.

by: MSN

Norway's Mysterious Well-Man Explained

While myths often seem to be works of fiction, sometimes, the line separating them from history begins to blur, as is the case with Norway's Well-Man.

by: MSN

BPI Foundation, DOST to recognize young innovators

The social development arm of Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) has partnered with the Department of Science and Technology - Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) to empower the Filipino youth and create solutions for challenges in health,

by: MSN

Rivian says other automakers 'knocking on door' about tech from VW joint venture

A joint venture between U.S. electric pickup and SUV maker Rivian and Volkswagen is in talks with other automakers about supplying their software and electrical architecture, a senior Rivian executive said on Thursday.

by: MSN

Better digital literacy could help reduce climate and disaster conspiracy theories

In recent years, the proliferation of conspiracy theories amid escalating climate disasters and their aftermath has become an alarming trend.

by: MSN

'An extension of a scientist's brain': Researchers explore AI to augment inspiration and imagination to revolutionize science

AI is already a big part of our lives, shaping healthcare, transportation, education, customer service, retail, and creative industries, to give just a few examples. Researchers at the US Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory are currently exploring the concept of a science "exocortex,

by: MSN

Coldest place in known universe: New fridge could revolutionize quantum computing

A team of researchers has developed a new quantum dilution refrigerator that could revolutionize quantum computing research. Able to create conditions close to absolute zero (more than -400 degrees Fahrenheit) makes it one of the coldest places on Earth when in operation.

by: MSN

Navi Mumbai: Amazon's Think Big Science Carnival 2025 Brings Together Over 2,800 Students And 100 Teachers To Celebrate STEAM Innovation At CIDCO Exhibition Centre

The sixth annual Think Big Science Carnival, organized by Amazon, was held at the CIDCO Exhibition Centre, Navi Mumbai, where more than 2,800 students and over 100 teachers from Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) and Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) schools,

by: MSN

How the Woolly Mammoth Could Prevent Trillions in Economic Loss

by: MSN

Four Years After Covid-19 Success, mRNA Vaccines Aren't Ready for Bird Flu

While drugmakers are hard at work on the shots, they're not yet ready to blunt the impact of a potential pandemic.

by: MSN

Delhi is missing out on planetary parade due to pollution. Rest of India enjoys watch parties

When the planetary parade was at its best view in Kolkata, Bengaluru and Dehradun, the national capital recorded an AQI of 289. Light rain also impacted visibility in some parts of the city.

by: MSN

Trussville teacher Melanie Dimler honored with top science teaching award

Melanie Dimler, an AP Physics teacher from Trussville, has been recognized with one of the nation's highest honors for educators in science a

by: MSN

Transformative Inventions Shaping Science and Technology

Explore the best inventions across diverse fields of science and technology. From life-changing medical advancements to cutting-edge AI solutions discover how these remarkable breakthroughs are transforming industries and shaping a smarter more connected future.

by: MSN

Six Planets To Align In The Night Sky Today In A Rare Celestial Event: Know Where & When To Watch The 'Planetary Parade' In India

Stargazers and space lovers are going to be thrilled with this event as on January 25, six planets—Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus are about to align in the night sky. This occurrence is known as 'planetary parade,

by: MSN

Why South leans more towards science? Explaining the trend

Science and other STEM branches (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) at school and in colleges have importance in South Indian education systems, from an early level. This article explores why South India leans more towards science.

by: MSN

IIT launches innovation centre in tie-up with Bengaluru institute

The Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) of IIT Delhi, IHFC, is collaborating with ten prestigious institutes in India to establish Co-Innovation Centres (CiC). This initiative aims to nurture the spirit of innovation,

by: MSN

Researchers train AI to diagnose lung diseases with 96.57% accuracy

Artificial Intelligence (AI) could become a radiologist's best friend, with researchers training the technology to accurately diagnose pneumonia, COVID-19 and other lung diseases.

by: MSN

China's Sichuan University overtakes Stanford, MIT and Oxford in high-quality research

Leading global educational institutes have been eclipsed by a university in southwest China, according to the latest Nature Index A regional university in southwest China, little known to the wider world,
  • Sun, January 26, 2025

by: MSN

New Images of Interstellar Dust Look Like Something Out of a Dream

The intricate whorls and striations of dust that drift between the stars have just been revealed in stupefying detail. In new images from JWST, we're finally seeing exquisite details of the flow and turbulence of the interstellar medium in the vicinity of a star we saw explode just a few hundred years ago.

by: MSN

How engineers are creating oxygen for future moon missions from material found on the moon

by: MSN

Middle school students compete in Pantex Science Bowl

Middle school students from the Texas Panhandle competed at the 2025 Pantex Regional Science Bowl at the AmTech Career Academy.

Solar Battery Buying Guide: Follow These Tips for a Smart Purchase

If you want to store energy from your solar panels to use at night or during power outages, consider investing in a solar battery.
The article from CNET provides a comprehensive guide on purchasing solar batteries, detailing key considerations for potential buyers. It discusses the importance of understanding your energy needs, the capacity of batteries, and how they integrate with solar panel systems. The guide covers different types of batteries like lead-acid, lithium-ion, and saltwater batteries, highlighting their pros and cons in terms of cost, lifespan, efficiency, and environmental impact. It also emphasizes the significance of battery capacity, depth of discharge, round-trip efficiency, and warranty. Additionally, the article touches on financial incentives, installation considerations, and the potential for batteries to provide backup power during outages or to store energy for use when solar production is low. The piece concludes by advising consumers to consider their long-term energy goals, local regulations, and the evolving technology landscape before making a purchase decision.

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