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Новости за 21.12.2024

Oilprice.com 

Europe's Green Energy Transition Faces Unexpected Hurdles

Energy prices across Europe fell below zero for a record number of hours in 2024. An accelerated buildout of large-scale wind and solar farms has flooded European grids at peak production hours, causing surplus energy to be sold at a loss at increasingly frequent increments, for a grand total of 7,841 hours during the first eight months of this year. At their worst, prices have fallen below -€20 per megawatt hour, according to the consultancy ICIS. While rapidly expanding solar capacity is the main culprit for the price inversions... Читать дальше...

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

India considers exempting gift vouchers from GST; Council to discuss key issues

The GST Council is contemplating exempting gift vouchers from GST and reducing tax rates on insurance premiums. They are also considering an 18% GST on used cars, including electric vehicles, and a potential 35% slab for sin goods. However, states have differing views on these proposals, requiring further discussion.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Tata Trusts tightens monitoring, shifts focus to grant-making

Tata Trusts has implemented stricter monthly reviews of projects to control operational costs and improve the impact of its philanthropic efforts. An internal audit revealed discrepancies, prompting enhanced monitoring and reporting. The Trusts may prioritize grants over direct implementation projects to minimize expenses and maximize funds for charitable causes.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Indian exporters See limited gains from Rupee depreciation

Indian garment, handicraft, and engineering exporters anticipate 5-10% gains from the rupee's decline. However, import-dependent sectors like gems, jewelry, and electronics face rising input costs, offsetting potential benefits. Further, sharper depreciations of other currencies may pressure Indian exporters to lower prices, limiting long-term competitive advantages.

NBC4i.com 

Businesses expecting boost from Ohio State's first December home game

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Businesses around Ohio Stadium are optimistic Saturday's big first-round College Football Playoff Game between Ohio State and Tennessee will also mean big business. “We’re pumped. I think it's going to be electric," said Scott Ellsworth, owner of Threes Above High and two other campus area bars. Usually, his bars are closed [...]

Nasa.gov 

NASA Ames Astrogram – December 2024

2024 Year in Review – Highlights from NASA in Silicon Valley by Tiffany Blake As NASA’s Ames Research Center in California’s Silicon Valley enters its 85th year since its founding, join us as we take a look back at some of our highlights of science, engineering, research, and innovation from 2024. Ames Arc Jets Play Key […]

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FDA approves Eli Lilly’s obesity medication for obstructive sleep apnea - ABC News

  1. FDA approves Eli Lilly’s obesity medication for obstructive sleep apnea  ABC News
  2. FDA approves Zepbound® (tirzepatide) as the first and only prescription medicine for moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity  Investors | Eli Lilly and Company
  3. Lilly's weight-loss treatment Zepbound becomes first FDA-approved drug for sleep apnea  Reuters
  4. The First Sleep Apnea Drug Is Here  TIME

Deadline.com 

Paramount Advancing Glen Powell’s ‘Running Man’ Earlier In November

Paramount is moving up The Running Man out of the Nov. 21, 2025 corridor which is where it was up against Wicked: For Good, to Nov. 7, 2025. Paramount will also have access to Imax screens which is a big plus. This leaves a spot open for a male-skewing film. They also set a release […]

BBC News (UK) 

Van Gerwen enjoys comfortable opening victory

Michael van Gerwen and Stephen Bunting both move into the third round of the 2025 PDC World Darts Championship with victories at Alexandra Palace on Friday.