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Fossil fuels are about to disappear, as global wind and solar power hit record levels in 2022.

Wind turbines in a wind farm in Fuendejalon, Zaragoza province, northern Spain. Image: Cesar Manzo/AFP/Getty Images. Renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power, experienced a significant surge in production, resulting in record-breaking levels of electricity generation, as per a recent analysis. A recent report by energy think tank Ember has predicted a decline […]

European Space Agency mission to Jupiter’s moons to determine whether there is a probability of life

The European Space Agency (ESA) is embarking on one of its most ambitious missions to date, with the launch of a satellite set to journey towards the planet Jupiter. Departing from Earth on Thursday, the satellite will embark on an eight-year expedition to reach the largest moons of Jupiter – Callisto, Europa, and Ganymede. Scientific […]

As a North Korean missile prompts an evacuation order, there is fear and bewilderment in Hokkaido, Japan.

A missile launched from North Korea caused panic on Hokkaido, a northern island of Japan, on Thursday when the government’s emergency alert system issued evacuation orders to residents.  Millions of people received a J-alert urging them to seek shelter as the missile appeared to be headed towards or near the island. However, the situation quickly […]

Eastern Indiana recycling facility inferno billowing poisonous fumes

The intense inferno billowing poisonous fumes from a recycling facility in eastern Indiana has compelled thousands to evacuate and left countless others anxious about the potential repercussions on their well-being and surroundings. On Tuesday, the blaze erupted at the Richmond plant, igniting plastics and other materials. The resulting plume of dense, dark smoke, as confirmed […]

In order to promote economic growth, NAFDAC promises to assist NMSMEs.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has committed to providing support to Nano Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (NMSMEs) to foster economic growth in the country.  This pledge was made by NAFDAC’s Director-General, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, during a meeting in Lagos, as stated by Mr. Olusayo Akintola, NAFDAC’s Resident Media […]

Archaeologists find a scoreboard for an ancient Maya ball game at Chichen Itza.

In Mexico, archaeologists have recently discovered a finely carved stone that is believed to have served as a scoreboard for pelota, an ancient ball game played by the Maya civilization several centuries ago. At the Chichen Itza archaeological site, a circular stone estimated to be at least 1,200 years old has been uncovered.  The stone […]

Training for supervisors and enumerators by the Population Commission is postponed.

The training for enumerators and supervisors, which was originally scheduled for April 13, has been indefinitely postponed by The National Population Commission (NPC). On Wednesday, Dr. Ipalibo Harry, the Chairman of the Census Committee, informed newsmen in Abuja about the indefinite postponement of the training for enumerators and supervisors by The National Population Commission (NPC). […]

For the fourth time in a month, sandstorms affect Beijing and northern China.

For the fourth time in a month, Beijing and the northeastern regions of China have been enveloped in a severe sandstorm, compelling residents to take refuge indoors to shield themselves from the dense air pollution.  Recent images depict the Chinese capital shrouded in an orange haze that persisted into Tuesday, though there are signs of […]

The World Parkinson’s Disease Day.

The World Parkinson’s Disease Day is a global healthcare event celebrated on the 11th of April every year, intending on the recognition of economic, social and cultural impact brought by Parkinson’s disease and subsequently work on the acceptance, support and the inclusion of the patients suffering from the ailment. Parkinson’s disease is an advancing condition […]

A Michigan paper mill is linked to almost 100 confirmed of a rare fungal infection.

According to health experts, a Michigan paper mill is linked to almost 100 confirmed or suspected instances of a rare fungal infection. The local health department in Michigan has identified a total of 93 confirmed or probable cases of blastomycosis in Delta and Menominee counties. These cases are suspected to be linked to a paper […]