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UQ turns CO2 into sustainable power

University of Queensland researchers have built a generator that absorbs carbon dioxide (CO2) to make electricity. Dr Zhuyuan Wang from UQ’s Dow Centre for Sustainable Engineering Innovation says the small, proof-of-concept nanogenerator is carbon...

Gaza protests: UN rights chief flags ‘disproportionate’ police action on US campuses

In recent days, demonstrations unfolding through tented encampments on school grounds – sparked by students at New York’s prestigious Columbia University who are demanding authorities divest from Israel due to its occupation and...

Europe Day 2024: European institutions welcome citizens to their Open Day events | News

On the occasion of Europe Day, citizens will have the opportunity to visit all the EU institutions in Brussels and beyond, learning more about what Europe does for and with them. European Parliament The...

Astronomers capture magnetic fields twirling around black hole

A new image from the Event Horizon Telescope collaboration, which includes researchers and telescopes of the University of Arizona, has uncovered strong and organized magnetic fields spiraling from the edge of the supermassive...

Ukraine: Civilians killed and injured as attacks on power and rail systems intensify

Since 22 March, Ukraine’s energy infrastructure sustained four waves of attacks that killed six people, injured at least 45 and struck at least 20 facilities.  Just this past Saturday alone, missile attacks damaged four...

Unveiling the Alienware Gaming Setup: an overview

Embark on a journey through the latest Alienware gaming setup, where cutting-edge technology meets sleek design. In this comprehensive article, we’ll delve into each component of the setup, from the monitor to the...

2024 elections: Media arrangements for Eurovision Debate and Election Night | News

A. Eurovision Debate (23 May) The Eurovision Debate with the lead candidates to the presidency of the Commission will take place on May 23 from 15.00 - 16.45 in the plenary chamber in...

EU election campaign stresses importance of voting to protect democracy | News

Between 6 and 9 June 2024, more than 370 million people across 27 Member States are called to vote in the European elections. To further inform EU citizens and encourage them to vote,...

Amid campus crackdowns, Gaza war triggers freedom of expression crisis

“The Gaza crisis is truly becoming a global crisis of the freedom of expression,” said Ms. Khan, the UN Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and...

Virtual Sensors Help Aerial Vehicles Stay Aloft When Rotors Fail

“In order to realize the full potential of these electric fliers, you need an intelligent control system that improves their robustness and especially their resilience against a variety of faults,” says Soon-Jo Chung, Bren...

Burkina Faso: UN rights office deeply alarmed at reported killing of 220 villagers

According to media reports, over 220 civilians, including 56 children, were killed in attacks reportedly carried out by the military in two villages on a single day in late February.Furthermore, at least two...

A new name for a sustainable future

Understanding and managing global change and achieving a sustainable future is a task to which the Max Planck Society is committed.

Parliament condemns Iran’s attack on Israel and calls for de-escalation

In a resolution adopted on Thursday, MEPs strongly condemn the recent Iran’s attack on Israel with drones and missiles and call for further sanctions against Iran.

Parliament signs up for new EU Body for Ethical Standards

The agreement was reached between Parliament, the Council, the Commission, the Court of Justice, the European Central Bank, the European Court of Auditors, the European Economic and Social Committee, and the European Committee of...

An employee of the Belgian development agency Enabel in Gaza killed during a bombing

The house where Abdallah's family was located housed around 25 people, including residents and displaced people who had taken shelter there.

World News in Brief: Dignity and justice key to end evil of racial discrimination, methane emissions update, Mpox latest, peacebuilding boost

The international day on Thursday highlights that theme, as well as the importance of recognition, justice and development opportunities for those of African descent, said Secretary-General António Guterres.He said the results of entrenched...

This tiny chip can safeguard user data while enabling efficient computing on a smartphone

Researchers have developed a security solution with this tiny chip for power-hungry AI models that offers protection against two common attacks.

Mass graves in Gaza show victims’ hands were tied, says UN rights office

Disturbing reports continue to emerge about mass graves in Gaza in which Palestinian victims were reportedly found stripped naked with their hands tied

Rule of Law in Hungary: Parliament condemns the “Sovereignty Act”

A new resolution on the rule of Law in Hungary pinpoints several concerns, especially given the upcoming elections and the Hungarian Presidency of the Council.

Maxette Pirbakas responds to a press article published today

MEP Maxette Pirbakas, the only woman in the European Parliament who is black, of Indian origin and from a farming background, has denounced a discriminatory attack on her. Here is her statement: "I have read...

Expulsions to Rwanda: outcry after adoption of British law

British Prime Minister hailed the adoption, in the night from Monday, April 22 to Tuesday, April 23, of the controversial bill for expulsions to Rwanda

First drug that slows down Alzheimer’s disease already exists, but why doctors are skeptical?

Nine months after its introduction in the U.S., Eisai and Biogen’s Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi is encountering significant resistance in its widespread adoption, largely due to skepticism among some doctors about the efficacy of treating...

New EU fiscal rules approved by MEPs

The new EU fiscal rules, approved on Tuesday, were provisionally agreed upon between European Parliament and member state negotiators in February.

Airlines urged not to facilitate UK-Rwanda asylum transfers

Two years ago, London announced the Migration and Economic Development Partnership (MEDP), now referred to as the UK-Rwanda Asylum Partnership, which stated that asylum seekers in the UK would be sent to Rwanda...

Body for Ethical Standards: MEPs support deal between EU institutions and bodies

The agreement that was reached between eight EU institutions and bodies provides for the joint creation of a new Body for Ethical Standards.
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