In a new study published in Nature, researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and collaborators show that the efficacy of a commonly used piezoelectric ceramic material can be dramatically increased just by reducing its thickness and by preventing atomic defects inadvertently formed during manufacturing.
As deadly wildfire incinerated more than 1,000 homes and other structures in Los Angeles County this week, insurance companies are sparking outrage for having recently canceled homeowners' policies across California—including in some of the areas hit hardest by the current blazes.
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President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
The company was mauled for ditching the iconic 'growler' badge, used for decades on grilles and bonnets, and replacing it with a curved geometric 'J' badge.
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust says all the money made from parking fees will be reinvested into services.
Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, said the changes were good news for customers as it gives them more choice and flexibility.
Cadbury's indulgent hot chocolate powder was pulled from supermarket shelves at the end of 2024 over 'quality' concerns.
According to previous reports, almost 140,000 metric tons of oil-contaminated sand and soil have been removed from the shoreline as part of the cleanup effort
More than 150 Ontario firefighters are standing by and ready to be deployed to California as the state battles unprecedented wildfires, which have displaced more than 100,000 residents and left five people dead.
Environment secretary tells FT that moves to adopt technology are ‘the right thing to do’
The Kano Zonal Command of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons says it rescued 285 victims and apprehended 22 human traffickers in 2024. The Zonal Commander, Mr Abdullahi Babale, made this known on Thursday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Kano. Babale said the 285 rescued victims
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves may have to choose between tax rises and spending cuts, writes Henry Zeffman.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves may have to choose between tax rises and spending cuts, writes Henry Zeffman.
Pets at Home asked more than eight million customers to discover the most popular names for our beloved pets
According to energy intelligence firm Vortexa, as shipments declined from Russia, the US and Saudi Arabia, Indian refiners compensated for those barrels from the Middle East, particularly Iraq and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as well as Africa, especially Angola.
One person died and at least two others were injured when a chimney collapsed at a steel plant in Chhattisgarh. Rescue operations are ongoing as three or four labourers may still be trapped. Authorities are working with full force, and additional teams have joined the effort. Details will be confirmed soon by the plant manager.
Manchester United are plotting a shock raid for Brentford's Cameroonian international Bryan Mbeumo with Ruben Amorim a 'huge admirer' of the forward
A Powerball ticket sold in Louisiana is worth a lot of money, and it is about to expire. Continue reading…
U.S. Former President Bill Clinton accompanied his wife at the event.
Stage is set for Congress Party’s powerful comeback in A.P. politics as people have lost faith in the ruling NDA also, says the AICC in-charge for A.P.
(Telecompaper) Orange Poland announced that data traffic on its network grew by more than 13 percent in 2024 to 10.26 million TB...
