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Новости за 18.12.2024

Oilprice.com 

UK's Energy Transmission Gets a £35 Billion Boost

National Grid plans to nearly double the amount of energy it can transport across the country via an unprecedented £35bn investment over the next five years into its electricity transmission business. The grid operator on Wednesday said its business plan, which covers the period April 2026 to March 2031, would be the “most significant step forward in the UK’s transmission network for a generation.” “Through it we will nearly double the amount of energy that can be transported around the country,... Читать дальше...

Archdaily.com 

The Monsoon Cabin / Studio Archohm

Off the grid – Almost everyone is seduced by the idea of a refuge in a natural setting on a mountain by a river. Idyllic locations where accessibility is hard, a small cabin in the form of a cocooning sanctuary adapting to the landscape, a respite from the daily chaos of urban living. Be it in a forest, a rural setting, on a mountain, or near water, being remote is of the essence. The monsoon cabin is built in a carefully chosen location, which not only keeps away from farming land and woodland but also has limited access to transportation. Читать дальше...

Phys.org 

Nature's instructions: How fungi make a key medicinal molecule

For roughly a century, ever since Alexander Fleming's accidental discovery of penicillin in 1928, fungi have proven to be a goldmine for medicines. They've provided treatments for a wide range of diseases, from infections and high cholesterol to organ rejection and even cancer.

Soccer News 

Atletico Madrid consider United’s Garnacho

According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Atletico Madrid are considering the possibility of moving to sign Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United next month. Atletico boss Diego Simeone recently revealed being impressed by his compatriot, and he apparently believes the 20-year-old winger could be the key to strengthening his attacking ranks, especially with the possibility of Antoine […]

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Voice of America 

Future uncertain for Syria's Kurds amid potential Turkish offensive

Turkey is chief among local, regional and global powers seeking to fill the power vacuum following the ouster of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad on Dec. 8. Ankara is poised to be one of the biggest winners in post-Assad Syria. Despite being in a military alliance with the United States via the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Turkey’s main target in Syria is also the United States’ ally in the country — the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, or SDF. For years, the SDF has worked with U.S.... Читать дальше...

Nasa.gov 

NASA’s Spot the Station App Developed by and for the People 

With more than 25 years of operations, the International Space Station continues to symbolize discovery and cooperation for the benefit of humanity. Since 2012, observers have interacted with the space station through NASA’s Spot the Station website, a web browser-based tool that includes interactive maps for users to track the station and find viewpoints closest […]

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

Sanju Samson left out of Kerala's squad for Vijay Hazare Trophy

New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): Top India batter Sanju Samson has been left out of Kerala's squad for the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy after he failed to participate in the preparatory camp before the tournament, as reported by ESPNcricinfo. Earlier in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024-25, Samson led the Kerala squad, where they narrowly missed out on qualifying for the knockouts. Kerala won four of six matches in th

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

"Bit of surprise": Pat Cummins on Ashwin's decision to retire from international cricket

Brisbane [Australia], December 18 (ANI): After the completion of the Brisbane Test against India on Wednesday, Australia skipper Pat Cummins reacted to off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement announcement and said it was "a bit of a surprise". India's celebrated off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed his decision to retire from international cricket moments after the Brisbane Test ended in a draw. "The timing was a

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

One team to snap losing streak when Nets visit Raptors

(Photo credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images) One losing streak must end when the Brooklyn Nets visit the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night. The Nets have lost three in a row and six of seven. The Raptors have dropped five straight. The Nets lost at home 130-101 to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday in their first game since trading DennisSchroder to the Golden State Warriors. Brooklyn jumped out to a 12-5 lead before

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

Angels acquire C Chuckie Robinson from White Sox

(Photo credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images) The Los Angeles Angels acquired catcher Chuckie Robinson from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for cash considerations on Wednesday. To make room for Robinson on their 40-man roster, the Angels designated right-hander Davis Daniel for assignment. Robinson, who turned 30 on Saturday, batted just .129 in 26 games for the White Sox last season but threw out 21.4 percent of at