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Solar and batteries could help Egypt beat its blackouts

Social Responsibility

Can solar and battery solutions end Egypt’s blackouts?

Juolie F. Roseberg

Egypt has launched a major renewable energy initiative, marking a significant step in its efforts to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and address ongoing power shortages. The country has commenced…

Why has Japan set up a task force to deal with foreigners?

Social Responsibility

Why did Japan introduce a task force addressing foreign residents?

Juolie F. Roseberg

As Japan approaches its national upper house elections, a new topic has emerged at the forefront of political discourse: the presence and role of foreign nationals in Japanese society. With…

Chevron’s megadeal for Hess gets approval after winning legal battle with Exxon

Economy

Chevron’s acquisition of Hess approved post-Exxon legal defeat

Juolie F. Roseberg

Chevron's bold purchase of Hess Corporation has been formally approved, signifying a significant merger in the energy industry after surmounting a legal barrier posed by ExxonMobil. The outcome of this…

How the Space Shuttles were given better names thanks to Star Trek

Science and Technology

Space Shuttle Names: The Star Trek Connection

Juolie F. Roseberg

On September 17, 1976, an expansive aircraft hangar in Palmdale, California, opened its doors to reveal something extraordinary—NASA’s very first space shuttle. The sleek, white vehicle that rolled into view…

Musk's brain implant company filed as a 'disadvantaged business'

Health

How Musk’s brain implant company became a ‘disadvantaged business’

Juolie F. Roseberg

Elon Musk’s neurotechnology company, known for developing cutting-edge brain implant devices, has recently been classified as a “disadvantaged business,” a designation that may allow it to benefit from specific government…

Comcast’s Peacock to raise streaming prices next week and introduce new streamlined tier

Investments and Business

Peacock by Comcast to bump up streaming prices next week, offers new streamlined tier

Juolie F. Roseberg

Peacock, is adjusting its pricing and testing a fresh subscription option as it continues to evolve its offerings in a competitive digital entertainment landscape. Beginning July 23, the cost of…

Social Responsibility

How renewable energy could help Egypt beat its blackouts

Juolie F. Roseberg

Egypt has initiated a significant renewable energy project, representing an important move towards decreasing dependency on fossil fuels and tackling persistent power shortages. The nation has begun the development of…

Netflix uses AI effects for first time to cut costs

Culture and Entertainment

Netflix utilizes AI effects for the first time to decrease costs

Juolie F. Roseberg

Netflix has discreetly ventured into the realm of artificial intelligence by incorporating AI-generated visual effects for the first time in one of its shows—this decision mirrors an increasing trend within…

‘Crypto week’ is a turning point, for better or worse

Investments and Business

Why ‘Crypto week’ marks a turning point for better or worse

Juolie F. Roseberg

In a pivotal week for cryptocurrency policy in the United States, lawmakers in Washington pushed forward a series of high-impact legislative proposals aimed at defining the regulatory landscape for digital…

Month: July 2025

Congress investigates cancer-causing hair products marketed to Black women

Chevron’s acquisition of Hess approved post-Exxon legal defeat

Space Shuttle Names: The Star Trek Connection

How Musk’s brain implant company became a ‘disadvantaged business’

Peacock by Comcast to bump up streaming prices next week, offers new streamlined tier

Netflix utilizes AI effects for the first time to decrease costs

Why ‘Crypto week’ marks a turning point for better or worse