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August 2021

Environment

Lightning No Match for Wind Turbine Blade Protection System

Standing hundreds of feet above ground, wind turbines — like tall trees, buildings, and telephone poles — are easy targets for lightning. Just by...

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A huge California hydropower plant shuts down due to drought

The Edward Hyatt hydroelectric power plant at Lake Oroville, California, was shut down yesterday for the first time since it opened in 1967 because...

by admin August 7, 2021
Environment

Tidal power project in Canada’s Bay of Fundy secures support of Japanese firms

In this article 9107.T-JP 9502.T-JP Laszlo Podor | Moment | Getty Images Two Japanese firms have entered into a joint development agreement with Ireland-headquartered...

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World

Former Afghan interpreter whose brother was killed by Taliban calls on PM to protect those who worked with British forces

A former Afghan interpreter has described how he ignored a Taliban demand to quit his job with British forces, so the “killing machines” murdered...

by admin August 7, 2021
World

Firefighter killed and thousands evacuated as wildfires rage in Greece

A volunteer firefighter has died in and thousands of people have been evacuated from an island near Athens as wildfires rage in Greece. Civil...

by admin August 7, 2021
Sports

‘When he hits you, it’s different’: What it’s like facing the KO power of Derrick Lewis

8:00 AM ET It was Oct. 6, 2018, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Derrick Lewis was losing badly, on the verge of one...

by admin August 6, 2021
Technology

Google billionaire Larry Page has been granted New Zealand residency

Alphabet CEO, Larry Page.  Emmanuel Dunand | AFP | GettyImages Larry Page, the billionaire Google co-founder, has been granted residency in New Zealand and...

by admin August 6, 2021
Environment

Project Symphony — Virtual Power Plant Project To Link 500+ Homes & Businesses

The Western Australia Labor state government is moving forward with Project Symphony in a plan to link over 500 homes and businesses equipped with...

by admin August 6, 2021
US

Former Cuomo aide files criminal complaint against New York governor accusing him of groping her

A woman has filed a criminal complaint against New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, accusing him of groping her breast. The former employee in Mr...

by admin August 6, 2021
Politics

PM not expecting to isolate after member of his staff tests positive for COVID

The prime minister is not expected to isolate after flying to Scotland this week with a member of his staff who has tested positive...

by admin August 6, 2021
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EGEB: Petroleum use dropped a record 15% in the transport sector from 2019 to 2020

In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): From 2019 to 2020, petroleum consumption decreased in every energy-consuming sector. 25 fossil fuel giants used Facebook...

by admin August 6, 2021
Environment

This stock could benefit from the best market for fracking since 2017, trader says

Energy’s rough patch may not last long. The year’s top-performing sector — the worst performer in the past month — should maintain the No....

by admin August 6, 2021
Business

US jobs growth beats forecast in sign of continuing economic surge

Jobs growth in the US exceeded expectations last month while unemployment fell in a further sign the economy continues to bounce back from the...

by admin August 6, 2021
Politics

Geronimo the alpaca set to die after No 10 refuses stay of execution

An alpaca condemned to death after testing positive for bovine tuberculosis looks set to die despite his owner pleading with Boris Johnson for a...

by admin August 6, 2021
Sports

Fourth time’s a charm? Keyshawn Davis will have to beat rival Andy Cruz to win Olympic gold

8:14 AM ET Mike CoppingerESPN Andy Cruz Gomez glided around the ring in jubilation, then proceeded to perform the “floss,” motioning his hands to...

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Backstage with… Joseph Gordon-Levitt, star of Apple TV show Mr Corman

Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s new show sees him take on the role of someone who wonders what their life might be like had things worked out...

by admin August 6, 2021
US

Jennifer Aniston clarifies comments about cutting off her unvaccinated friends

Jennifer Aniston has doubled down on comments she made about cutting off some of her friends who have refused to be vaccinated against coronavirus,...

by admin August 6, 2021
Business

Manchester United to be renamed on Football Manager following trademark settlement

Football Manager players will no longer be able to manage ‘Manchester United’, following a settlement between the club and the games developer Sports Interactive....

by admin August 6, 2021
UK

Laura Kenny makes history with fifth cycling gold – as Team GB medal haul continues

Team GB has won historic gold medals in cycling and the modern pentathlon, taking Britain’s total to 18. Laura Kenny, 29, and Katie Archibald,...

by admin August 6, 2021
Business

South Park creators pledge 14 films for Paramount+, as service prepares to launch in UK

The creators of the long-running and often controversial cartoon South Park have penned a new deal to bring 14 more movies to screens. Matt...

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  • Hundreds of Texan National Guard troops arrive at army base near ChicagoHundreds of Texan National Guard troops arrive at army base near Chicago
  • UK won't give more visas to Indian workers, says PMUK won’t give more visas to Indian workers, says PM
  • Spying trial collapsed after government refused to brand China a threat, says top prosecutorSpying trial collapsed after government refused to brand China a threat, says top prosecutor
  • Blue Jays vs. Yankees (Oct 7, 2025) Live Score - ESPNBlue Jays vs. Yankees (Oct 7, 2025) Live Score – ESPN
  • Yankees' Aaron Judge smashes three-run home run, knots Game 3 against Blue JaysYankees’ Aaron Judge smashes three-run home run, knots Game 3 against Blue Jays
  • Mariners, now up 2-1, 'deserve where we're at'Mariners, now up 2-1, ‘deserve where we’re at’
  • 'Beaten for 16 days': Deported Afghans describe brutal treatment by Iran - yet are desperate to return‘Beaten for 16 days’: Deported Afghans describe brutal treatment by Iran – yet are desperate to return
  • Panthers lift banner, open 'new chapter' with winPanthers lift banner, open ‘new chapter’ with win
  • Bettman sees importance in NHL's Olympic breakBettman sees importance in NHL’s Olympic break
  • Lightning's actions in fight fest not 'appropriate'Lightning’s actions in fight fest not ‘appropriate’
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  • 'Beaten for 16 days': Deported Afghans describe brutal treatment by Iran - yet are desperate to return‘Beaten for 16 days’: Deported Afghans describe brutal treatment by Iran – yet are desperate to return
  • Trump optimistic about Gaza peace deal - as Israelis mark October 7 anniversaryTrump optimistic about Gaza peace deal – as Israelis mark October 7 anniversary
  • October 7: Two lives torn apart by day that changed everythingOctober 7: Two lives torn apart by day that changed everything
  • Netanyahu is learning limits of what can be achieved by military power aloneNetanyahu is learning limits of what can be achieved by military power alone
  • Stranded Mount Everest hikers being evacuatedStranded Mount Everest hikers being evacuated
  • Renewable energy produces more electricity than coal for the first time, experts sayRenewable energy produces more electricity than coal for the first time, experts say
  • Bitcoin's price is at record highs. Is it sustainable?Bitcoin’s price is at record highs. Is it sustainable?
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