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Lenovo Showcases Yoga Solar PC Concept With Back Contact Cell Technology at MWC 2025
Lenovo on Monday showcased new proofs of concept devices at the Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona. Among the highlights was the Lenovo Yoga Solar PC concept, which as the name suggests, is a solar energy-powered PC. The company has equipped it with a solar panel which has a conversion rate of 24 percent — a move geared towards bridging the ...
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How To Avoid Buying Holi Colours With Toxic Ingredients
Holi, the festival of colours, is a time of joy, togetherness and vibrant celebrations. Let’s identify harmful ingredients, make informed choices and enjoy a safer, eco-friendly Holi.
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Apple Sued Over 'Carbon Neutral' Claim for Apple Watch Models
Apple has been sued by consumers over its claims of of the Apple Watches being carbon neutral. Apple, also known for the iPhone, launched the watches in September 2023, saying they would be carbon neutral through a combination of lower emissions and purchases of carbon offsets.
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Neanderthal Genetic Bottleneck 110,000 Years Ago May Explain Their Decline
A study suggests that Neanderthals experienced a population bottleneck 110,000 years ago, drastically reducing their genetic diversity. CT scans of their inner ear bones revealed a sharp decline in variation, indicating a drop in population size. This event may have made Neanderthals more vulnerable to environmental and competitive pressures, contr...
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Apple Sued By Consumers In US Over "Carbon Neutral Watches" Claim
Apple has been sued by consumers who said its claim that three versions of Apple Watches are "carbon neutral" and environmentally friendly is false and misleading.
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Trump Aims To Cut Around 65% Of Staff At US Environmental Agency
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said his administration aims to cut around 65 percent of staff at the Environmental Protection Agency, a key regulatory body that works on a range of areas, including climate change.
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Donald Trump Calls For Revival Of Keystone XL Pipeline Project Axed By Joe Biden
Ex-US President Joe Biden rescinded a permit for the Keystone XL pipeline -- first proposed in 2008 -- by executive order over environmental concerns.
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Scientists Find Wastewater Bacteria That Break Down PET Plastic, Aiding Pollution Control
Research has revealed that bacteria commonly found in wastewater can break down PET plastic, a widely used material in bottles and textiles. Scientists identified a specific enzyme responsible for degrading the plastic into smaller particles. While experts see promise in this discovery, concerns remain about its scalability for tackling large-scale...
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Greenland's Ice Sheet Approaches Dangerous Tipping Point Amid Rapid Melting
Greenland’s massive ice sheet is losing ice at an accelerating rate, with scientists warning that a global temperature rise of just 2°C could trigger irreversible collapse. The loss of 230 gigatons of ice per year is the estimated threshold for this tipping point. If melting continues at current rates, sea levels could rise by approximately 7 me...
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Boult Mustang Q Headphones With Up to 70-Hour Battery Life Launched in India Alongside Mustang Torq, Dyno TWS Earbuds
Boult has unveiled Mustang Q headphones alongside Mustang Torq, and Mustang Dyno truly wireless (TWS) earbuds in India. The Boult Mustang Q is an over-the-ear Bluetooth headphones with IP67 rating. They are said to deliver up to 70 hours of playtime on a single charge with ANC enabled. The Boult Mustang Torq, and Mustang Dyno feature 13mm drivers a...
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Germany's Gen Z Leans Right As Nation Votes For New Government This Sunday
As Germany heads to vote this Sunday, Gen Z is increasingly favouring the Right. Till as recently as 2021, many young German voters were seen supporting environmental protection and social justice causes, but that has changed dramatically.
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New Farm Fertilizer Could Remove CO2 from Air, Improve Soil Quality
Researchers have identified a method to accelerate carbon mineralisation using calcium silicates in farm fertilizers. The process could sequester billions of tons of CO2 while benefiting soil health. Unlike traditional magnesium silicates, calcium silicates react faster with CO2, making the approach more efficient. Scientists are exploring ways to ...
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Scientists Detect Rising Microplastics in Human Brains, Study Raises Concerns
A study has found microplastics in human brains, with concentrations rising over recent years. Researchers suggest possible links to dementia, but some experts question the findings due to potential flaws in the analysis. While microplastics have been previously detected in human bodies, their impact on brain health remains unclear. Scientists call...
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Outdated Showers, Light Bulbs: Trump Rolls Back Standards To Retro Ways
Since his return to the White House, President Donald Trump has sought to reverse environmental standards for many household appliances, using a familiar refrain: it was better before.
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Historical Records Unveil 16th Century Transylvania’s Climate Struggles
Centuries-old records from Transylvania offer insight into the extreme climate events of the 1500s. Researchers examined handwritten manuscripts in multiple languages to trace shifts in temperature, droughts, and floods. The study reveals how people endured environmental hardships, including famine and disease. Evidence suggests the Little Ice Age ...
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Lenovo Showcases Yoga Solar PC Concept With Back Contact Cell Technology at MWC 2025
Lenovo on Monday showcased new proofs of concept devices at the Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona. Among the highlights was the Lenovo Yoga Solar PC concept, which as the name suggests, is a solar energy-powered PC. The company has equipped it with a solar panel which has a conversion rate of 24 percent — a move geared towards bridging the ...
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How To Avoid Buying Holi Colours With Toxic Ingredients
Holi, the festival of colours, is a time of joy, togetherness and vibrant celebrations. Let’s identify harmful ingredients, make informed choices and enjoy a safer, eco-friendly Holi.
-
Apple Sued Over 'Carbon Neutral' Claim for Apple Watch Models
Apple has been sued by consumers over its claims of of the Apple Watches being carbon neutral. Apple, also known for the iPhone, launched the watches in September 2023, saying they would be carbon neutral through a combination of lower emissions and purchases of carbon offsets.
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Neanderthal Genetic Bottleneck 110,000 Years Ago May Explain Their Decline
A study suggests that Neanderthals experienced a population bottleneck 110,000 years ago, drastically reducing their genetic diversity. CT scans of their inner ear bones revealed a sharp decline in variation, indicating a drop in population size. This event may have made Neanderthals more vulnerable to environmental and competitive pressures, contr...
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Apple Sued By Consumers In US Over "Carbon Neutral Watches" Claim
Apple has been sued by consumers who said its claim that three versions of Apple Watches are "carbon neutral" and environmentally friendly is false and misleading.
-
Trump Aims To Cut Around 65% Of Staff At US Environmental Agency
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said his administration aims to cut around 65 percent of staff at the Environmental Protection Agency, a key regulatory body that works on a range of areas, including climate change.
-
Donald Trump Calls For Revival Of Keystone XL Pipeline Project Axed By Joe Biden
Ex-US President Joe Biden rescinded a permit for the Keystone XL pipeline -- first proposed in 2008 -- by executive order over environmental concerns.
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Scientists Find Wastewater Bacteria That Break Down PET Plastic, Aiding Pollution Control
Research has revealed that bacteria commonly found in wastewater can break down PET plastic, a widely used material in bottles and textiles. Scientists identified a specific enzyme responsible for degrading the plastic into smaller particles. While experts see promise in this discovery, concerns remain about its scalability for tackling large-scale...
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Greenland's Ice Sheet Approaches Dangerous Tipping Point Amid Rapid Melting
Greenland’s massive ice sheet is losing ice at an accelerating rate, with scientists warning that a global temperature rise of just 2°C could trigger irreversible collapse. The loss of 230 gigatons of ice per year is the estimated threshold for this tipping point. If melting continues at current rates, sea levels could rise by approximately 7 me...
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Boult Mustang Q Headphones With Up to 70-Hour Battery Life Launched in India Alongside Mustang Torq, Dyno TWS Earbuds
Boult has unveiled Mustang Q headphones alongside Mustang Torq, and Mustang Dyno truly wireless (TWS) earbuds in India. The Boult Mustang Q is an over-the-ear Bluetooth headphones with IP67 rating. They are said to deliver up to 70 hours of playtime on a single charge with ANC enabled. The Boult Mustang Torq, and Mustang Dyno feature 13mm drivers a...
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Germany's Gen Z Leans Right As Nation Votes For New Government This Sunday
As Germany heads to vote this Sunday, Gen Z is increasingly favouring the Right. Till as recently as 2021, many young German voters were seen supporting environmental protection and social justice causes, but that has changed dramatically.
-
New Farm Fertilizer Could Remove CO2 from Air, Improve Soil Quality
Researchers have identified a method to accelerate carbon mineralisation using calcium silicates in farm fertilizers. The process could sequester billions of tons of CO2 while benefiting soil health. Unlike traditional magnesium silicates, calcium silicates react faster with CO2, making the approach more efficient. Scientists are exploring ways to ...
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Scientists Detect Rising Microplastics in Human Brains, Study Raises Concerns
A study has found microplastics in human brains, with concentrations rising over recent years. Researchers suggest possible links to dementia, but some experts question the findings due to potential flaws in the analysis. While microplastics have been previously detected in human bodies, their impact on brain health remains unclear. Scientists call...
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Outdated Showers, Light Bulbs: Trump Rolls Back Standards To Retro Ways
Since his return to the White House, President Donald Trump has sought to reverse environmental standards for many household appliances, using a familiar refrain: it was better before.
-
Historical Records Unveil 16th Century Transylvania’s Climate Struggles
Centuries-old records from Transylvania offer insight into the extreme climate events of the 1500s. Researchers examined handwritten manuscripts in multiple languages to trace shifts in temperature, droughts, and floods. The study reveals how people endured environmental hardships, including famine and disease. Evidence suggests the Little Ice Age ...
