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Clean Energy Surges to 40% of Global Electricity

2025-04-08

For the first time since the 1940s, clean energy sources – including nuclear, wind, and solar – provided 40% of the world's electricity in 2023. Solar power saw a staggering rise, doubling in just three years and becoming the fastest-growing electricity source, now contributing 7% globally. Despite this progress, fossil fuel electricity generation still increased by 1.4% due to rising demand, pushing emissions to record highs. However, the rapid growth of clean energy, particularly solar and wind, suggests that clean energy growth will soon outpace demand, gradually displacing fossil fuels and becoming the dominant force in the global energy system.

(news.sky.com)

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Slushies: A Warning for Parents of Young Children

2025-03-12

New research suggests children under eight should avoid slushies due to the potential for glycerol intoxication syndrome. The brightly colored icy drinks contain high levels of glycerol, a sugar substitute that prevents freezing. This can lead to symptoms including loss of consciousness, low blood sugar, lactic acidosis, and hypokalaemia. While glycerol is present in some foods, the concentration in slushies is significantly higher. A study examined 21 children (ages 2-7) who experienced symptoms like those described above after consuming slushies, requiring emergency treatment. Although all recovered, researchers urge caution, particularly as there's a lack of transparency regarding glycerol levels in slushies, making it difficult to determine a safe dose. The Food Standards Agency already advises against slushies for children under four and limits consumption for those aged five to ten. This new research reinforces the need for parents to avoid giving slushies to children under eight.

(news.sky.com)

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30 Years Imprisoned, Freed by DNA Evidence: A Man's Readjustment to a Hyper-Connected World

2025-02-23

Gordon Cordeiro, imprisoned for 30 years for a murder he claimed he didn't commit on Maui, was released after new DNA evidence overturned his conviction. His first impressions of the outside world revolved around its hyper-connectivity – “Everybody is looking at their phones,” he noted during a Zoom interview. He expressed gratitude for the advancements in DNA technology, visited his mother's grave (she died shortly after his arrest), and celebrated with family. While he finds readjusting to life challenging, particularly given the changes to Maui since his incarceration, the case highlights the power of technological advancements in achieving justice.

(news.sky.com)

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7-Year-Old Boy Miraculously Survives Five Days Lost in Lion-Infested Zimbabwe Park

2025-01-05

Seven-year-old Tinotenda Pudu miraculously survived five days lost in Zimbabwe's Matusadona National Park, a lion-infested area. Using his knowledge of the wild, he survived by eating wild fruits and digging for water, evading lions and elephants. His rescue highlights remarkable survival skills and the power of community collaboration.

(news.sky.com)

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Chess Champion Carlsen Returns to Tournament After Jeans Controversy

2024-12-30

World chess champion Magnus Carlsen rejoined a major tournament after initially quitting over a dress code dispute. He was asked to change out of his jeans at the Fide World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in New York. The International Chess Federation (FIDE) subsequently relaxed its dress code to allow "elegant minor deviations," including appropriate jeans. Carlsen criticized the event's handling of the situation but ultimately returned, stating his love for the tournament. The incident sparked debate about dress code rules in professional chess.

(news.sky.com)

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UK Watchdog to Issue New Guidance on Smart Device Data Privacy

2024-12-16

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) will issue new guidance addressing data privacy concerns surrounding smart home devices. A Which? report revealed that some air fryers and other smart devices sent user data to servers in China. The ICO stated that consumers feel overwhelmed by the amount of data collected and lack control over its use. New guidelines, launching Spring 2025, will cover consent procedures, privacy information provision, and tools enabling users to exercise their rights.

(news.sky.com)

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