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Grangemouth job losses are a stark reminder of the cost of a greener industrial future

Grangemouth job losses are a stark reminder of the cost of a greener industrial future

The recent announcement that Grangemouth oil refinery in central Scotland will close next year marks a notable moment in the energy transition towards net zero. As countries strive to meet climate targets and reduce their…

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Earth is getting a tiny new mini-moon. It won’t be the first (or the last)

Earth is getting a tiny new mini-moon. It won’t be the first (or the last)

Earth is going to have its very own mini-moon from September 29 until November 25. The regular Moon’s new, temporary friend is 2024 PT₅, an asteroid captured from the Arjuna asteroid group (called the “Arjunas”).…

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Oil climbs on Middle East escalation fears, US Fed rate cut By Reuters

Oil climbs on Middle East escalation fears, US Fed rate cut By Reuters

By Gabrielle Ng and Emily Chow SINGAPORE (Reuters) – Oil prices rose on Monday, buoyed by concerns that heightened conflict in the Middle East may curtail regional supply and expectations last week’s outsized U.S. interest…

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Uefa’s decision to team up with a gambling giant will come at a high social cost

Uefa’s decision to team up with a gambling giant will come at a high social cost

Changes to the format of this year’s Uefa Champions League tournament have been much discussed by fans and pundits. The world’s most prestigious club football competition, featuring the likes of Real Madrid, Manchester City and…

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The United Nations has a plan to govern AI – but has it bought the industry’s hype?

The United Nations has a plan to govern AI – but has it bought the industry’s hype?

The United Nations Secretary-General’s Advisory Board on Artificial Intelligence (AI) has released its final report on governing AI for humanity. The report presents a blueprint for addressing AI-related risks while still enabling the potential of…

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Ecuador cuts power in half of its provinces amid historic drought By Reuters

Ecuador cuts power in half of its provinces amid historic drought By Reuters

By Alexandra Valencia QUITO (Reuters) – Ecuador’s government has announced the suspension of electricity service for nine hours on Sunday in 12 of the Andean nation’s 24 provinces and placed 19 areas on red alert…

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Why China is seeking greater presence in Africa – the strategy behind its financial deals

Why China is seeking greater presence in Africa – the strategy behind its financial deals

China’s relationship with Africa is set to deepen. At a summit in Beijing in early September, China’s president, Xi Jinping, pledged to deliver US$51 billion (£39 billion) in loans, investment and aid to the continent…

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new research offers much-needed certainty for autistic New Zealanders

new research offers much-needed certainty for autistic New Zealanders

A global rise in autism diagnoses is putting the spotlight on this relatively common neurodevelopmental difference. A recent study identified autism in 1.3% of four- to five-year-olds in Aotearoa New Zealand. This matches estimates overseas…

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How might rate cuts impact copper and aluminium? By Investing.com

How might rate cuts impact copper and aluminium? By Investing.com

Investing.com — With the Federal Reserve likely to initiate rate cuts in the upcoming meeting on September 17-18, investors are increasingly focused on the potential impacts of U.S. monetary easing on industrial metals, particularly and…

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More governments are promising a ‘right to disconnect’ – but psychology affects how well we can unplug from work

More governments are promising a ‘right to disconnect’ – but psychology affects how well we can unplug from work

The idea of a “right to disconnect” from work is gaining traction worldwide, with countries like France and Spain enacting laws to protect workers from the demands of the digital age. The UK government has…

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