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US-developed brick battery could supply power for industrial heat
Holcim will deploy two thermal batteries that store clean electricity in conductive bricks and deliver heat at temperatu…
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New quantum sensor could guide US defense platforms when GPS fails
A US-backed study will evaluate Nitride Global’s centimeter-scale quantum sensor for satellite-free navigation and remot…
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Colombia and Brazil deadliest countries for environmental defenders, report says
The two countries accounted for 52% of killings of environmental activists in 2025, according to Global Witness.
BBC News World · 3 hours ago
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Olu Jacobs: Legendary Nollywood actor dies in Nigeria aged 84
Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria's most recognised actors, whose career spanned several decades.
BBC News World · 4 hours ago
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ICC: Philippines' Rodrigo Duterte makes first in-person appearance in 18 months at The Hague
He is due to be tried for crimes against humanity over thousands of deaths linked to his war on drugs.
BBC News World · 4 hours ago
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The EU Bans Social Media For Under-13s
The bloc wants to curb Big Tech’s grip on children with its new EU KIDS ACTS, but age checks, parental oversight, and pr…
WIRED · 4 hours ago
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EU chief opens door for Canada to become 'associate member'
Canada is seeking closer ties with EU after a breakdown in relations with the US and its president Donald Trump.
BBC News World · 5 hours ago
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Athletes' container huts face complaints ahead of Asian Games in Japan
South Korea's delegation slams the wooden containers housing its athletes at the Asian Games in Nagoya city.
BBC News World · 5 hours ago
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Saudi Arabia says it shot down Houthi drone south of Mecca
The Houthis deny targeting the Islamic holy city after the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen accuses them of a "disgraceful a…
BBC News World · 6 hours ago
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UK funds flying broadband stations with power beamed from below
£70M ARIA program backs 18 projects aiming to keep connectivity aloft for a week
The Register · 6 hours ago
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At least 12 killed after war-damaged Gaza building collapses
Dozens of people are missing beneath the rubble of the building in Gaza City, where 10 families had reportedly been livi…
BBC News World · 7 hours ago
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South Africa-Trump row: US limits visas for officials over alleged anti-white discrimination
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says South Africa has not addressed US concerns over racial inequality.
BBC News World · 8 hours ago