Researchers create triple-layer lithium battery resistant to fire and explosion
A research team has developed a lithium metal battery using a triple-layer solid polymer electrolyte that offers greatly enhanced fire safety and an extended lifespan. This research holds promise for diverse applications, including in electric vehicles and large-scale energy storage
New technology doubles radar resolution using novel algorithms
Researchers have developed a new radar signal–processing technology that can dramatically enhance the resolution of existing low-resolution radars. This technology enables precise object recognition using existing hardware specifications without the need for bandwidth expansion.
First self-charging supercapacitors developed: Storage device capable of storing solar energy efficiently
A joint research effort has developed a high-performance self-charging energy storage device capable of efficiently storing solar energy. The research team has dramatically improved the performance of existing supercapacitor devices by utilizing transition metal-based electrode materials and proposed a new
Decoding haze sources and formation mechanisms with coal combustion experiments and sulfur isotopes
A research team led by Prof. Shen Yan'an from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) has made significant progress in studying the sources and formation mechanisms of haze. Through coal combustion experiments and high-precision sulfur isotope analysis,
The 2024 Good Tech Awards
In a year of continued A.I. progress, “founder mode” drama and a Trump election win, a few tech projects stood out for their clear benefits to humanity.
Kenya police fire tear gas at protest against alleged government abductions
Several, including politician, reportedly among those detained by police in Nairobi at site of antigov't protests.
Five charged, including manager, in death of singer Liam Payne
One Direction singer had alcohol and cocaine in his system at the time of his death, an autopsy finds.
Dominique Pelicot won’t appeal conviction in ex-wife’s rape trial in France
The Frenchman was jailed for 20 years for drugging and raping his then-wife and soliciting dozens of men to do the same.
Appeals court upholds Trump sexual abuse, defamation liability verdict
President-elect loses appeal in E Jean Carroll case connected to alleged 1990s attack, must pay $5m.
Germany accuses Musk of trying to influence election by backing far-right AfD
Other parties vying to win the upcoming election also criticized the tech billionaire after he doubled down on his support for the far-right AfD party in a weekend op-ed.
How to watch, what to expect: New Year’s Eve specials
This year, ring in NYE with "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve," CNN's "New Year's Eve Live," "Nashville's Big Bash," or a "Toast to 2024!"
Watch: Martial artist dons blindfold, smashes coconuts around another man’s body
An India-based martial arts collective captured a dangerous Guinness World Records title when one member donned a blindfold and used a sledgehammer to smash coconuts arranged around another member's body.
Dominique Pelicot says no to appeal of conviction for drugging and mass rape of wife
The ex-husband of Gisele Pelicot said Monday he will not appeal his conviction after he and dozens of others were found guilty in December of a series of sexual crimes against his wife.
Specialty Board Certification Error Causes Headaches for Doctors
This is a MedPage Today story.Some doctors had a sleepless night when the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology's (ABPN) online certification program locked them out earlier than the expected deadline -- leading some to believe they would
