The realm of rechargeable batteries is constantly evolving, especially with the rise of electric vehicles in today’s society. One particular heavy hitter in the battery world is the lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery. However, as we move towards a more sustainable future, researchers are looking into utilizing the abundance of manganese (Mn) to create a high-energy, low-cost
The recent arrest of Pavel Durov, the boss of Telegram, in France has brought to light the ongoing debate between user privacy and platform responsibility. Telegram, a messaging platform founded in 2013, has gained popularity for its commitment to user privacy and freedom. Durov himself has emphasized the importance of not policing users’ expressions unless
The development of renewable energy sources, such as wind turbines, in India’s Thar desert has highlighted the ongoing struggle between promoting green energy and protecting the interests of local communities. While wind turbines are essential for boosting India’s non-fossil fuel capacity to combat climate change, those living in the shadows of these turbines often feel
In a recent incident involving a faulty CrowdStrike software update in July, millions of Windows computers crashed, causing chaos across various industries. Internet-connected systems experienced disruptions, airlines canceled flights, logistics companies faced delays, and hospitals had to reschedule medical appointments. Delta Air Lines alone reported a $550 million loss due to the fallout from the
Meta recently revealed that it had taken action to block a “small cluster” of WhatsApp accounts associated with an Iranian hacking group targeting officials connected to President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. This move comes in the wake of increased concerns about cybersecurity threats and potential foreign interference in political matters. The company
Valve has implemented its own rating system for measuring the performance of games on the Steam Deck. Despite the guidance provided by the labels “Playable” or “Verified”, some games still fail to work effectively on the handheld device. Now, Steam users can rely on player reviews to get a more accurate assessment of a game’s
Stranger Video is an intriguing website that offers users a unique and interactive experience. By granting access to your webcam, the site provides a close-up view of your face, with the background cropped out. Users are then prompted to close their eyes to signify readiness, and open them again upon hearing a chime. This action
The recent launch of disappearing updates in the Threads app has sparked both excitement and skepticism among users. This new feature, which allows posts to be automatically erased after 24 hours, aims to address the issue of posts being linked back to users indefinitely, potentially causing problems in the future. While this functionality may provide
In a significant ruling, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) determined that workers at Battle-Tested Strategies, a company that delivered packages for Amazon, are considered employees of the e-commerce giant. This decision marks a significant victory for the delivery workers who accused Amazon of unlawfully refusing to recognize their decision to unionize and failing to
Over the weekend, news broke that Pavel Durov, the CEO of Telegram, was arrested by French police at an airport near Paris. This arrest comes as a result of alleged offenses related to his popular messaging app. The Franco-Russian billionaire was detained at Le Bourget airport on Saturday evening after arriving from Baku, Azerbaijan. The