Lithium Batteries Are Set to Power the Worldand Pose New Fire Risks
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Inc. - Business
These Futuristic New Batteries Could Help Prevent Lithium-ion Fires
Proponents of solid-state batteries say the devices pack more power and might be safer than lithium-ion batteries, but there's reason for caution. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Battery Metal Lithium is Dirt Cheap, and Could Have Further to Fall
The race to build new mines for a clean-energy transition that’s expected to need lots of lithium has pushed global production out of lockstep with demand in the small but fast-growing market. -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Battery Metal Lithium is Dirt Cheap, and Could Have Further to Fall
The race to build new mines for a clean-energy transition that’s expected to need lots of lithium has pushed global production out of lockstep with demand in the small but fast-growing market. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Lithium prices are plumbing multiyear lows in a market awash with the battery material, and it is unlikely they have hit bottom yet.
Lithium prices are plumbing multiyear lows in a market awash with the battery material, and it is unlikely they have hit bottom yet. -
NBC News - Top stories
July 4 fireworks set New Jersey forest fire that burned thousands of acres
Authorities say fireworks sparked a fast-moving forest fire that has consumed thousands of acres in southern New Jersey. -
The New York Times - Top stories
Lightning Is Blamed for Deadly New Mexico Fire
The South Fork fire and another one in the state left two people dead and destroyed 1,400 structures.Mexico -
CBS News - Top stories
New hope for cease-fire between Israel and Hamas
It's been five weeks since President Biden announced a cease-fire proposal to attempt to end the war in Gaza. Now, there are new signs that progress might be being made as Israel and Hamas attempt to make a deal through their intermediaries.Israel -
Yahoo News - World
A massive fire on a Russian warship was set by a saboteur fighting against his own country, Ukraine says
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ABC News - Top stories
Man charged after giving a child fireworks that set 2 homes on fire, police say
A New York man was charged with arson after giving an 11-year-old child fireworks that set a shed and two homes on fire on Independence Day -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Biden Presses Netanyahu to Close Cease-Fire Deal After Talks Show Progress
An embattled U.S. president pressed the Israeli prime minister to hammer out a Gaza cease-fire deal, saying now is the time to save the lives of hostages held by Hamas.Joe Biden -
Yahoo News - World
Report: India Supports $33 Billion Investment in New Coal-Fired Generation
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ABC News - Top stories
Forest fire burns thousands of acres in New Jersey, officials say
Authorities say a fast-moving forest fire that has burned thousands of acres in southern New Jersey is now 65 percent contained -
CNBC - Business
Polls set to close in landmark UK election as center-left Labour seeks return to power after 14 years
Polls are open from 7am to 10pm as the country elects a new parliament.United Kingdom -
NBC News - Top stories
11-year-old sets two Long Island houses on fire in July 4th mishap, adult who provided fireworks arrested
Two homes on Long Island suffered extensive damage after a 33-year-old man allegedly gave an 11-year-old fireworks and told the child to ignite them, authorities said Friday. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
From C Suites to Red Carpets, Multiple Piercings Are a New Power Move
Cartier, Dior and Louis Vuitton are embracing the trend of multiple piercings. These executives are, too. -
The New York Times - World
France’s New Popular Front Was Formed to Keep Far Right From Power
The left-wing alliance includes the divisive Jean-Luc Mélenchon, a combative politician who has been accused of antisemitism. -
ABC News - Top stories
Crews battle southern New Jersey forest fire that has burned hundreds of acres
A fast-moving forest fire has burned several hundred acres in southern New Jersey -
ABC News - Top stories
Worsening floods and deterioration pose threats to US dam safety
Floodwaters in rural Minnesota carved a path around a century old dam early last week, causing severe erosion to a riverbank -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Hurricane Beryl Shouldn't Pose Threat to Specialty Insurers' Full-Year Targets
Potential Hurricane Beryl losses shouldn’t threaten European specialty insurers’ and reinsurers’ full-year targets, though it is still too soon to tell, RBC Capital Markets said. -
The Hill - Politics
Biblical push in schools poses major test for separation of church and state
Officials in red states are increasingly using schools to test the wall between church and state. Oklahoma joined Louisiana last week in insisting that biblical teachings have a place in the classroom, alarming civil liberties groups who say ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Slow-moving heat wave and wildfires pose threat in California
A brutal, slow-moving and potentially historic heat wave is intensifying on the West Coast and raising wildfire risks in California. In Sacramento, temperatures could top 111 degrees today, while a nearby wildfire has already destroyed over two ...California -
ABC News - Sports
Wrexham star striker Paul Mullin set to miss start of the new season after spinal surgery
Wrexham star striker Paul Mullin is set to miss the start of the new season after undergoing “minor spinal surgery." -
CBS News - Top stories
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest crowns new champion
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo has set a new record and retained the women's division title. -
The New York Times - Top stories
Patrick Bertoletti and Miki Sudo Win Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest
Mr. Bertoletti won the title, succeeding the 16-time champion Joey Chestnut, who was barred from the July 4 spectacle. In the women’s contest, Miki Sudo ate 51 hot dogs, a record. -
The Guardian - World
‘Rachel Reeves becomes UK’s first female chancellor; former Tory chair says party faces ‘oblivion’ – election live
Rachel Reeves becomes first woman to hold post in 800-years as Angela Rayner named secretary of state for levelling up. UK general election results 2024: live trackerHow Labour did it: inside the campaign that led to ‘Starmergeddon’Clive Myrie is ... -
The Hill - Politics
NATO chief says alliance will set up new command, establish financial pledges to support Ukraine
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Sunday the alliance is expected to agree to a five-point plan to support Ukraine in the war against Russia, including shifting international support to a unified command and establishing pledges from ...Ukraine -
Yahoo News - World
Hyundai and LG open Indonesia’s first EV battery manufacturing plant
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Financial Times - World
Battery maker SK On declares ‘emergency’ as EV sales disappoint
Supplier to Ford and Volkswagen may have to be rescued by its South Korean parent as losses mount -
GameSpot - Tech
Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance Slashes A Power-Hungry Senator And Its Own Price In New GOG Deal
One of the best action games of the 2010s just got its price slashed almost in half, as you can pick up Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance for just $18 on GOG, until July 11. Like other GOG games, this is a DRM-free version of the classic Platinum ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Amtrak service restored between NYC and Boston after power outage
Amtrak service has been restored between New York and Boston after it was suspended for much of Saturday due to a power outage, the rail service announced. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Biden pressed Netanyahu to hammer out a Gaza cease-fire deal, telling the Israeli prime minister in a phone call on that now is the time to save the lives of hostages held by Hamas.
Biden pressed Netanyahu to hammer out a Gaza cease-fire deal, telling the Israeli prime minister in a phone call on that now is the time to save the lives of hostages held by Hamas.Israel -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The Morning Risk Report
New York pension fund to vote against Best Buy chairman in dispute over LGBTQ support, and Microsoft to pay $14.4 million to resolve leave discrimination claims in California. Plus, the EU confirms tariffs on Chinese-made EVs. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Indian leader Modi is set to visit Russia to reinforce his country's relationship with Moscow as New Delhi strengthens ties with the U.S. to counter China.
Indian leader Modi is set to visit Russia to reinforce his country’s relationship with Moscow as New Delhi strengthens ties with the U.S. to counter China.Russia -
ABC News - World
'We have to be wacky.' With suggestive poses and pets, election campaigning tests Tokyo's patience
Tokyo elects a new governor this weekend, but residents say personal publicity stunts have overtaken serious campaigning to a degree never seen before -
NBC News - Top stories
Former NFL player charged with domestic battery after missing teenage son found 'safe and well'
Former NFL player Daniel Muir and his wife have been charged after allegedly hiding their teenage son from authorities following concerns that the boy was abused.NFL -
The Hill - Politics
Is our food supply chain at risk?
Any disruptions along the food supply chain can have disastrous consequences. -
The Hill - Politics
Democrats risk becoming Trumpified in defending Biden
Democrats are becoming resigned to Biden's candidacy. They shouldn’t.Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Paul Theroux, Author of Almost 60 Books, Has Advice for Aspiring Writers
After 60 years and almost as many books, the novelist and travel writer, 83, will stop when he falls out of his chair. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Let's not overlook the risk Dallas is taking on Klay
While Klay Thompson isn't the same kind of scoring threat he was in his prime, he still should be a great fit around Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. -
Financial Times - Business
Beware shadow banks gobbling up more risk
Policymakers are directly or inadvertently fuelling the rise of the asset manager lender