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How the humidity wallpaper makes electricity
Glycerol edges, a PVP middle and a wax centre create a one-way moisture flow that generates current. How the humidity wallpaper works.
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The Trump-Harvard funding fight, explained
From 10 demands to a $2.2 billion freeze and a court appeal: the complete timeline of Trump's funding fight with Harvard.
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Siri AI’s EU delay explained: what we know so far
Why is the new Siri AI delayed in the EU? Gurman points to digital-rules talks, a months-long wait, and Apple's pressure strategy…
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What are casual contracts in cricket and why players take them
New Zealand's casual cricket contracts let players take lucrative T20 league deals while staying available for the national team. Here is how…
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What is the Sentix index and why do markets watch it
The Sentix index surveys over 1,000 investors monthly. Here is what its headline, situation and expectations readings mean.
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What is optogenetics, the science that won the Nobel Prize
Optogenetics uses light to control brain cells. Here is how the Nobel-winning technique works and why it matters for medicine.
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GST decriminalisation push: what the Council may decide
The GST Council meets October 7 on proposals to raise the prosecution threshold, cut jail terms and possibly remove tax officers' arrest…
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US strikes on ‘narco boats’: the campaign, explained
The US has carried out 71 lethal strikes on suspected drug boats since September 2025, killing over 230 people. Here's what we…
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Norway’s AI glasses ban plan: what it means, explained
Norway wants to temporarily ban AI glasses in parks, beaches and schools. Here's what the proposal covers, what it doesn't, and why…
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US Big Oil climate lawsuits: what the Boulder case is about
Boulder, Colorado sued ExxonMobil and Suncor over climate damages in 2018. Here's what the US Supreme Court case means for dozens of…