The concept of peak oil has been a topic of discussion for decades, with predictions dating back to 1956 by M. King Hubbert. Despite initial projections that global crude oil production would peak around the year 2000, new technologies such as...

A fatal accident occurred at Novi Sad's main railway station in Serbia where 15 people died and two were severely injured due to a roof collapse during renovation. The incident sparked weeks of protests across Serbia, resulting in arrests of a...

Gus the penguin, an adult male emperor penguin, made a remarkable 3,500-kilometer journey from Antarctica to Australia before being released back into the Southern Ocean. The bird was found malnourished on Australian shores but gained weight and passed a veterinary check...

Police conducted a controlled explosion near the US Embassy in London after a suspicious package was found. The area was cordoned off as a precaution, and initial indications suggest the item was a hoax device. The US Embassy has resumed business...

Brazilian policy changes that disincentivized deforestation for agriculture resulted in thousands of avoided hospitalizations and deaths due to wildfire in the Amazon. New research from the University of Bonn and Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais found a reduction in forest fires...

The mangrove ecosystems globally are at risk of collapse by 2050 due to deforestation, development, pollution, and climate change. The Sundarbans in India and Bangladesh face significant preservation challenges, including the presence of saltwater crocodiles and Bengal tigers. Mangrove Preservation Challenges Threats to...

The use of technology in sports has been a topic of debate, with some arguing that it is improving accuracy and consistency while others believe it is detracting from the excitement and human element of sports. The implementation of systems such...

The African space industry is booming with close to 80 satellites currently in development. This represents a significant opportunity for African nations to chart their own way into orbit and beyond. The information gained from satellite data could help Africans monitor...

The green software industry is making significant strides towards sustainability as companies prioritize reducing their carbon footprint. The Software Carbon Intensity (SCI) specification has become a global standard, helping measure emissions from software operation and hardware embodied carbon. Despite challenges in...

Coatings have the power to transform materials, machines, and environments. They can supercharge high-performance machines, protect spacecraft from harsh conditions, and prevent biofilms from growing in low gravity environments. Researchers are developing stronger coatings for jet engines, improving coatings for the...