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Solar power to the people: how the sun is bringing light – and TV – to Amazon villages
Their fuel resources have long been plundered by others, while national grids have failed to connect them. Now, solar panels could give more than electricity to Indigenous people. At dusk, Piyulaga ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
As Criticism of College Referees Heats Up, People in Power Need to Cool Down
Mark Harlan, the athletic director for Utah, crossed a line at a recent press conference, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports - The New York Times - November 14 -
Storm leaves 300,000 people without power in Washington state
A powerful storm, carrying high winds, rain and snow, left just under 300,000 people without power in Washington state late Wednesday. The major storm, which is considered a “bomb cyclone,” hit ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
People on breathing machines struggle without power after weather disasters
Extreme weather is making power outages longer and more frequent across the U.S. People with health conditions who depend on medical devices powered by electricity are particularly vulnerableHealth - ABC News - 11 hours ago -
The Strava problem: how the fitness app was used to locate the world’s most powerful people
A French newspaper has revealed the whereabouts of world leaders with the use of the hugely popular running app. So is it time to stop it tracking your location? . Name: Strava. Age: Founded by ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
‘People don’t get the power of the podcast. But Trump does’: broadcaster-turned-investor Harry Stebbings
The twentysomething podcaster and venture capitalist talks about his $400m investment fund, his mum – and the power of new media to influence politics. If you’re going to discuss the significance ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
Cop29: Climate finance deal agreed but talks remain deeply divided
The deal was met with long applause, cheering, whistling and embraces but few are happy with it.. Marching in silence with their arms crossed high, activists from around the world protested the ...World - The Guardian - 10 hours ago -
The Saudi factories powered by women
A surge in female labour force participation has emerged as a bright spot for the kingdomWorld - Financial Times - October 28 -
Stagecraft and the power of political photographs
With the invention of photography came a new way to view, mythologize and remember the nation's presidents. CBS News chief election & campaign correspondent Robert Costa talks with Washington Post ...Top stories - CBS News - November 3 -
The Incredible Power of Quantum Memory
Researchers are exploring new ways that quantum computers will be able to reveal the secrets of complex quantum systems.Tech - Wired - November 10 -
Is ‘working people’ working for Labour?
Plus what to expect from the ‘bazooka’ BudgetTop stories - BBC News - October 27 -
Professors Worry Their Power Is Shrinking at Universities
Faculty members are used to sharing power with presidents and trustees to run universities. But some presidents and lawmakers have made moves to reduce their say.Top stories - The New York Times - November 2 -
WATCH: Trump, Harris prepare for election night
ABC News contributor Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez and former RNC staff member Cassie Smedile talk about the candidates’ campaign strategies.Top stories - ABC News - November 5 -
3 states uphold abortion restrictions, 7 others protect abortion access
Measures that would have protected abortion rights at the state level are projected to fail in Florida, Nebraska and South Dakota.Top stories - ABC News - November 6 -
Sarah McBride will be the 1st openly trans member of Congress, ABC projects
Delaware State Sen. Sarah McBride has become the first openly transgender person to be elected to Congress, ABC News projects.Top stories - ABC News - November 5 -
WATCH: Trump: 'We overcame obstacles that nobody thought possible'
Former Pres. Trump addressed supporters on Election Night: “This was a movement like nobody’s ever seen before, and frankly, I believe this was the greatest political movement of all-time.”Top stories - ABC News - November 6 -
Biden congratulates Trump, invites him to meeting at White House
President Joe Biden spoke on the phone with former President Donald Trump on Wednesday and "congratulated him on his victory," the White House said in a statement.Top stories - ABC News - November 6 -
WATCH: Chaos ensues after racoon crashes through LaGuardia Airport ceiling
Chaos ensued at the Spirit Airlines counter inside LaGuardia Airport in New York after a raccoon came crashing through a ceiling panel.Top stories - ABC News - November 8 -
Convicted Jan 6. rioter seeks pardon based on Trump's victory
Moments before a convicted Jan. 6 rioter was sentenced Thursday, he sought a full pardon. He claimed President-elect Donald Trump’s victory vindicated his actions.Top stories - ABC News - November 7 -
Judge rules Biden's program for undocumented spouses is illegal
On Thursday, Judge J. Campbell Barker ruled in favor of the Republican-led effort to dismantle the Biden administration's programTop stories - ABC News - November 8 -
The 'Deathonomics' Powering Russia's War Machine
Facing heavy losses in Ukraine, Russia is offering high salaries and bonuses to entice new recruits. In some poor regions, a military wage is as much as five times the average.World - The Wall Street Journal - November 13 -
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How AI is powering a robotics revolution
Advances in physical AI means machines are learning skills previously thought impossibleBusiness - Financial Times - 4 days ago -
Is nuclear power gaining new energy?
Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
Power and antiquity collide in the City of London
The financial district’s new lord mayor sees himself as ‘cheerleader-in-chief’ for the sectorWorld - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
People's incomes are catching up with their debt
Credit card debt levels keep smashing records, but average balances are lower relative to borrowers' earnings than pre-pandemic and delinquencies are slowing.Top stories - NBC News - November 15 -
A High-Profile Geneticist Is Launching a Fusion-Power Moonshot
Silicon Valley A-listers are funding Pacific Fusion, a startup that founding CEO Eric Lander says will have a full-scale demonstration system within a decade.Tech - Wired - October 25 -
Mexico’s ruling party moves to limit power of judiciary
Legislation raises concerns over concentration of power in hands of presidencyBusiness - Financial Times - October 25 -
Elections test US power in Putin's backyard
Elections in Moldova and Georgia are testing the ability of the United States and European allies to stand up to Russian interference in small countries where democratic aspirations are clashing ...Politics - The Hill - October 25 -
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Anita Hill: Kamala Harris and the Power of Dignity
The insults hurled at Ms. Harris are a reminder of how Republican senators tried to shame me when I challenged Clarence Thomas’s fitness.Top stories - The New York Times - October 29 -
College Football Power Rankings: Colorado makes its first appearance
Our college football experts break down how each team in our top 25 performed in Week 9.Sports - ESPN - October 29 -
Google's Cloud Business Powers Accelerating Revenue Growth
Google reported a 15% jump in year-over-year revenue driven by strong results in its cloud-computing division, boosting the company’s fortunes during a costly push into artificial intelligence.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29 -
Democrats are leaning on celebrity star power. Will it matter?
Kamala Harris has Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift and BeyoncéEntertainment - ABC News - October 30 -
The Papers on the Budget: 'Spending power' and 'nightmare on Downing Street'
Reactions to the Budget, which saw large rises in both tax and public spending, lead the papers.Top stories - BBC News - October 31 -
Typhoon Kong-rey Makes Landfall in Taiwan With Powerful Winds
The Category 3 storm was the most powerful tropical cyclone to hit Taiwan in nearly 30 years, the government said.Top stories - The New York Times - October 31 -
What would Harris and Trump do in power?
Economy, immigration, abortion and other top issues - here is where the two candidates stand.Top stories - BBC News - November 2 -
Factors that could affect the balance of power in Congress
Republicans hold a slim majority in the House, while the Democrats' margin in the Senate is slimmer. Seats are being vacated, districts redrawn, and the pull of presidential candidates are all ...Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
10 power builders and brokers shaping Miami
The real-estate moguls, restaurant owners and non-profit organisers behind South Florida’s revivalWorld - Financial Times - November 2