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Scientists uncover new quantum state that could power future technologiesHouston TX (SPX) Jan 15, 2026 Scientists have discovered a new quantum state of matter that connects two significant areas of physics, potentially leading to advancements in computing, sensing and materials science. A stud ... more  
Early universe dark matter born red hot before coolingLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 14, 2026 Researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and Universite Paris-Saclay report that dark matter in the early universe may have started out moving at nearly the speed of light, challenging ... more  
Dazzling Chinese AI debuts mask growing painsHong Kong (AFP) Jan 21, 2026 Investor confidence in Chinese AI startups is riding high, but obstacles to their long-term success range from US export controls to the puzzle of how to become profitable. ... more
Inside China's buzzing AI scene year after DeepSeek shockBeijing (AFP) Jan 20, 2026 Before DeepSeek shook up the tech world and put Chinese artificial intelligence on the map, Wu Chenglin's own startup had nearly folded three times - but in the past year it has raised $30 million. ... more |
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US finalizes rule for deep-sea mining beyond its watersWashington, United States (AFP) Jan 20, 2026 President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday issued a new rule to fast-track deep-sea mining in international waters, bringing the United States a step closer to unilaterally launching the controversial industry. ... more  
EU ban on 'forever chemicals' set for delayBrussels, Belgium (AFP) Jan 19, 2026 EU plans to ban "forever chemicals" will likely not see the light before the tail end of the year, EU officials said Monday, foreshadowing a possible delay. ... more 
UK court denies BHP bid to appeal Brazil mine disaster rulingLondon (AFP) Jan 19, 2026 A British court on Monday rejected Australian mining giant BHP's bid to appeal a ruling holding it liable for one of Brazil's worst environmental disasters, bringing victim compensation closer. ... more  
UK facility scales hydrogen recycling of rare earth magnetsLondon, UK (SPX) Jan 15, 2026 The University of Birmingham has launched a large scale rare earth magnet recycling facility in the West Midlands that aims to reduce the United Kingdom's reliance on imported rare earth metals, all ... more |
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Japan restarts world's biggest nuclear plantKariwa, Japan (AFP) Jan 21, 2026 The world's biggest nuclear power plant was restarted Wednesday for the first time since the 2011 Fukushima disaster, its Japanese operator said, despite persistent safety concerns among residents. ... more |
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Quantum simulator sheds light on how nature moves energy in systems like photosynthesis and solar conversionHouston, TX (SPX) Jan 15, 2026 Researchers led by Rice University's Guido Pagano used a specialized quantum device to simulate a vibrating molecule and track how energy moves within it. The work, published Dec. 5 in Nature Commun ... more 
Spacer layout boosts performance of single component organic solar cellsTokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 15, 2026 The performance of single component organic solar cells depends strongly on the spacer units built into their molecular design. Spacer attachment position on a double cable polymer backbone has rece ... more  
Beijing vows to 'safeguard' rights if EU bans telecom suppliersBeijing Jan 21, 2026 Beijing vowed on Wednesday that it would "safeguard" the rights and interests of Chinese businesses if the European Union pushes on with plans to ban "high-risk" foreign telecoms suppliers, a move seen as targeting China. ... more  
Stretchable OLED design sets efficiency record at 17 percent EQETokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 15, 2026 A joint research team from Seoul National University and Drexel University has reported a fully stretchable organic light-emitting diode that achieves a record external quantum efficiency of 17 perc ... more |
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UK, France mull social media bans for youth as debate rages Paris, France (AFP) Jan 19, 2026 Countries including France and Britain are considering following Australia's lead by banning children and some teenagers from using social media, but experts are still locked in a debate over the effectiveness of the move. ... more
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UK, France mull social media bans for youth as debate rages Paris, France (AFP) Jan 19, 2026 Countries including France and Britain are considering following Australia's lead by banning children and some teenagers from using social media, but experts are still locked in a debate over the effectiveness of the move. ... more  
China vows to boost flagging demand in new 2030 economic planBeijing (AFP) Jan 20, 2026 China pledged "forceful" measures on Tuesday to boost demand in coming years, formulating plans to relieve a domestic spending slump exacerbated by property sector woes and demographic pressure. ... more  
German brings back electric car subsidies to boost marketBerlin (AFP) Jan 19, 2026 Germany on Monday reintroduced electric car subsidies as it seeks to accelerate the transition to less polluting vehicles, drawing praise from industry groups but criticism from environmentalists who demanded greater efforts. ... more  
Russia says US has not released crew from detained tankerMoscow (AFP) Jan 20, 2026 Russia said Tuesday the United States has not released two Russian crew members of a tanker seized in the North Atlantic despite promising to do so. ... more |
TotalEnergies told to act to 'ease eco-anxiety'Tournai, Belgium (AFP) Jan 21, 2026 Several groups and a Belgian farmer asked a court on Wednesday to order TotalEnergies to reduce its oil and gas production to "ease the existential anxiety" linked to climate change. ... more  
Keck backed team advances first graviton detector conceptLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 19, 2026 Modern physics faces a deep inconsistency between quantum theory, which explains nature using discrete particles and interactions, and general relativity, which describes gravity as a smooth curvatu ... more 
Trump offers Egypt to mediate on Ethiopia damWashington, United States (AFP) Jan 16, 2026 US President Donald Trump told Egypt on Friday he was ready to reopen diplomacy to press Ethiopia into sharing water from a mega-dam that has angered Cairo. ... more 
Disordered rocksalt roadmap aims to boost lithium ion battery energy and cut critical metalsTokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 21, 2026 A new scientific review describes how a little understood class of lithium ion battery cathode materials could support safer, higher energy storage while easing dependence on critical metals such as ... more |
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KRISS process enables large-area solid electrolyte fabrication at lower costTokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 19, 2026 The Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) has reported a materials breakthrough that moves oxide based all solid state batteries closer to commercial deployment. The work targets ... more  
US to repeal the basis for its climate rules: What to knowWashington, United States (AFP) Jan 17, 2026 President Donald Trump's administration is finalizing its repeal of a foundational scientific determination that underpins the US government's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions, with an announcement expected in the coming weeks. ... more 
Slovak PM hails nuclear energy deal after Trump meetingBratislava (AFP) Jan 18, 2026 Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico on Sunday said he met US President Donald Trump, hailing "exceptionally important" talks for the EU and NATO member's energy security. ... more 
Coal plant conversion seen boosting China nuclear share to 22 percent by 2060Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 19, 2026 China could lift nuclear power to about 22 percent of its electricity supply by 2060 by repowering retired coal fired plants with nuclear reactors, according to a new systems analysis of coal to nuc ... more |
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Rare Mojave milkvetch thrives amid Gemini solar arrayLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 19, 2026 Surveys at one of the largest solar energy facilities in the Mojave Desert indicate that a rare annual plant is not only persisting but flourishing under a construction approach designed to preserve ... more |
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Symmetric surfaces unlock new photovoltaic pathwaysTokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 19, 2026 A new study shows that perfectly symmetric materials can generate strong photocurrents when their surfaces are engineered to host special electronic states, overturning a long held limitation in pho ... more 
Molecular velcro coating boosts perovskite solar cell durability and efficiencyTokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 19, 2026 Researchers at the School of Engineering at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology have developed a robust coating layer that significantly improves the operational stability of perovski ... more 
Self assembling molecule builds better organic solar cell junctionsTokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 21, 2026 Osaka Metropolitan University scientists have developed a single organic molecule that naturally forms the internal p/n junctions needed for converting sunlight into electricity, offering a potentia ... more 
Russia, Ukraine agree 'localised ceasefire' for nuclear plant repairs: IAEAVienna (AFP) Jan 16, 2026 Russia and Ukraine on Friday agreed to a localised ceasefire to allow repairs on the last remaining backup power line at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, the IAEA said on Friday. ... more |
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