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Since 2016, U.S. government spent $150 million for ocean wave energy testing facility off Oregon coast, first large carbon-free marine energy site in North America continent is now ready Oregon State University developed the test facility. But the facility has yet to generate any electricity because no wave energy devices have arrived.
27 Aug, 2026, 04.32 PM IST'No other option': Gulf expats hunker down between bouts of war Foreign workers are largely staying in Gulf countries despite six months of conflict, choosing higher, tax-free salaries over weaker prospects back home. Some have sent families home for safety while continuing to work, highlighting the economic dep...
26 Aug, 2026, 03.26 PM ISTA Manhattan office building began freezing water at night; the stored ice now helps cool it during peak summer demand In the heart of Manhattan, Eleven Madison Avenue has adopted an innovative cooling method utilizing an ice battery. This system freezes water at night when electricity is more affordable, allowing the stored ice to provide cooling during the hot aft...
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Stanford ran water beneath mirror-like rooftop panels; they cooled it 3–5°C below the surrounding air by sending heat into space Researchers at Stanford have created innovative panels that cool water exclusively using sunlight and mirrors. These panels effectively reflect sunlight while releasing heat into space, resulting in significant reductions in water temperatures. Tria...
21 Aug, 2026, 01.00 PM ISTEurope's rivers run dry, and history resurfaces: Century-old shipwreck emerges in Serbia's drought Extreme heat and drought are causing European rivers to recede. A steam tugboat from the early 1900s has emerged from the Sava River. This vessel, known as the Slovenian, sank during World War II. Other historical items like German warships and mamm...
20 Aug, 2026, 12.17 PM ISTQuote of the Day by Steven Spielberg: “I never felt comfortable with myself, because… – Inspiring lessons on insecurity, acceptance, uniqueness, resilience and why you were not born to fit into every crowd by the American filmmaker known for his powerful storytelling and deep insights on human nature and courage Quote of the Day by Steven Spielberg: Steven Spielberg’s quote, “I never felt comfortable with myself, because I was never part of the majority. I always felt awkward and shy and on the outside of the momentum of my friends' lives,” explores the emo...
19 Aug, 2026, 05.25 PM ISTTrump put thousands of soldiers on Washington's streets. They seldom stop crime In Washington D.C., National Guard troops are stationed not as crime fighters but as symbols of security. They primarily patrol peaceful neighborhoods and handle minor situations, costing taxpayers millions each day until 2029. Unfortunately, their ...
19 Aug, 2026, 03.43 PM ISTIn 2025, U.S. researchers developed an air-conditioning system that stores cooling in a salt solution; a Miami simulation projected a 93% cut in peak electricity demand Innovative air conditioning technology now harnesses the power of saltwater solutions to store energy. Developed by researchers at NREL, this system tackles high electricity demand and cuts cooling costs efficiently. Simulations reveal notable savin...
19 Aug, 2026, 02.40 PM ISTIn 2024, scientists built a window that kept a model house about 7°C cooler, without electricity or blocking the view Engineers in South Korea have developed an innovative smart window that cools spaces sans electricity. This remarkable glass not only reflects heat but also radiates it into the cosmos. With the ability to generate electricity from rainwater and sel...
19 Aug, 2026, 02.10 PM ISTIn 1919, German crews sank their own fleet at Scapa Flow. 100 years later, its steel became prized by industry for being radioactive-free In 1919, German crews deliberately sank much of their surrendered fleet at Scapa Flow rather than allow the ships to be divided among the Allied powers. Most of the 52 vessels that went down were later salvaged, but seven remained beneath the Scotti...
18 Aug, 2026, 12.59 AM ISTUS Senators head for the exits without meeting Trump's demands for voting bill US Senators concluded their session early Saturday after a significant legislative deadlock. President Trump's strict proof-of-citizenship voting bill did not advance as planned. Republican senators discussed an alternative plan to revisit voting bi...
08 Aug, 2026, 03.00 PM ISTMichael Dell's son Zach Dell wants a battery in every American home that can provide 36 hours of backup, survive Texas summers and Chicago winters Zach Dell, son of Dell Technologies founder Michael Dell, is building Base Power into a major home battery company, with a goal of putting backup batteries in homes across the US. The Austin-based startup has installed more than 23,000 batteries, ra...
07 Aug, 2026, 10.24 AM ISTMassachusetts farm installs 832 solar panels above berry fields, and the berries grown underneath turned out sweeter and juicier and could change the future of American farming A Massachusetts farm is integrating solar panels above berry fields. This agrivoltaics project generates electricity while shading the crops. The elevated panels create a cooler microclimate, retaining soil moisture effectively. Berries grown under ...
02 Aug, 2026, 09.19 PM ISTNewbie's guide to footie: If the World Cup hooked you, here's what comes next The World Cup's end offers a transition for casual fans to embrace regular football seasons. The article details major European leagues like the Premier League and La Liga. It also covers the UEFA Champions League and emerging leagues like the Saudi...
01 Aug, 2026, 11.29 PM ISTPatagonia founder Yvon Chouinard slept on dirt floors, lived on $1 a day, ate dented cat food. And then gave away his $3 billion company. Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard once survived by sleeping on dirt floors, living on just $1 a day, and eating dented cat food. After building Patagonia into a $3 billion company, he stunned the business world by giving it away to ensure its profits...
26 Jul, 2026, 04.19 PM ISTIn 2006, a record-breaking heatwave pushed New England's power grid to its limit. A decision made years later is now saving people up to $149 million during extreme summer heat New England's electricity grid faced challenges during a 2006 heatwave and investments in rooftop solar panels began around 2008 to 2010. These solar systems generated significant electricity during a recent heatwave. Rooftop solar helped save custo...
26 Jul, 2026, 01.31 PM ISTIn 2011, an Australian woman climbed 60 meters into a forest tree and refused to touch the ground for 449 days; 170,000 hectares were later protected Miranda Gibson lived in a tree for 449 days to protect a forest. She stayed in the Observer Tree, breaking Australia's previous record. Gibson fought to stop a company from logging land earmarked for protection. A bushfire forced her descent, but th...
25 Jul, 2026, 05.48 PM ISTBefore turning your AC lower, try these 7 cooling tricks, including using a fan Keeping your air conditioner running efficiently involves simple maintenance tasks. Regularly cleaning or replacing your air filter ensures optimal system performance. Ensuring clear airflow around vents and the outdoor unit prevents unnecessary str...
24 Jul, 2026, 06.14 PM ISTAmerica's 'mass affluence' is bigger than you think The U.S. economy is increasingly defined by a K-shaped recovery, but the affluent group driving growth is far larger than a small elite. According to Reuters columnist Mike Dolan, around one-third of U.S. households have benefited from rising home v...
23 Jul, 2026, 11.52 AM ISTFor 40 years, a Sicilian immigrant dug an underground California world, carving 65 rooms, tunnels, and fruit gardens beneath Fresno Baldassare Forestiere built an underground complex in Fresno to escape summer heat. He dug approximately sixty-five rooms and gardens by hand over forty years. This unique structure features passive cooling and underground fruit tree cultivation. Th...
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