North Africas green hydrogen exports to Europe could harm water supply and marine life: study
The research found that producing green hydrogen in desert areas in Australia, Chile and north Africa needs far more water than the industry claims. It also found serious environmental risks that had been overlooked
Are the laws of physics truly the same everywhere in the universe? This fundamental principle, known as Lorentz invariance, lies at the heart of Einstein
Loophole listing keeps seafood qualifying as critically endangered on the menu
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Eighty-eight years after pioneering British archaeologist Starkey was shot dead while traveling from the ancient city of Lachish to Jerusalem, researchers say they have uncovered compelling new evidence explaining who was behind his murder
How anxiety over climate change affects college students
College undergraduates are anxious about climate change, with many feeling powerless and frustrated about Earth
One in 15 adults has experienced AI-generated image-based abuse, study finds
Around one in 15 adults has experienced AI-generated image-based abuse, according to a new study. The general-population survey of more than 7,200 adults in the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia found 7% had experienced at least one form of AI-generated image-based abuse since turning 18.
Digitalization front-runners are more vulnerable to cyberattacks
For many business leaders, digitalization is associated with promises of greater efficiency and productivity. However, a new study by professor of accounting Jukka Sihvonen from the University of Vaasa, Finland, suggests that increasing digitalization may also raise a company
GRAP 2 restrictions in Delhi: Whats allowed and whats not
Delhi imposes GRAP Stage 2 restrictions as AQI hits very poor; bans for older vehicles, boosts parking fees, and encourages usage of public transport. Heres what allowed and whats not.
Climate observers have long tied the strength of a major ocean current to water temperatures in the so-called
How the nasal microbiome can help potentially harmful bacteria thrive
Our noses are home to many different species of bacteria living side by side. One of them may be S. aureus. Many people carry this bacterium without knowing it, although it can cause serious infections. Why S. aureus colonizes some people persistently but not others remains only partly understood.
A study led by researchers from the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) and the Blood and Tissue Bank (BST) has developed and validated a manufacturing platform for extracellular vesicles that meets pharmaceutical quality requirements, marking a key step toward their clinical application.
US midterm elections: Younger politicians could strengthen trust in democracy
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Using vibrations to reveal what lies beneath other planets
Modern space exploration hasn
Tiny fossils show brittle stars gathered around a dead whale 9.5 million years ago
Tiny skeletal plates recovered beside fossil whale bones in southern Denmark offer a rare glimpse of life around a whale carcass approximately 9.5 million years ago. Researchers have identified a new species of brittle star, Ophiura huebnerjenseni, from the Gram Clay Pit and suggest it represents the first fossil record of brittle stars associated with a whale fall.
Southern Ocean waters reveal distinct nutrient recycling pathways during decades-long journeys north
The Southern Ocean may seem far removed from the North Pacific or the Gulf of Maine, but its waters are linked to all the world
Finding the fingerprints of noisy distributions in random quantum systems
Imagine shuffling a deck of cards where some of the cards are fading just because of the way they interact with the external environment as you shuffle them. Your job is to figure out the interplay between the shuffling, or
Waste dumped into the Tijuana River can travel seven times farther than expected before becoming airborne and affecting San Diego
New framework helps turn biodiversity goals into measurable action
The new study by Newcastle University and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) offers a practical roadmap for tracking progress toward halting species extinctions by 2050. It guides users from understanding where species are most at risk in a given area, through taking action to reduce species threats, to measuring the real-world impact of conservation efforts on reducing species extinction risk over time.
Cooking is a bigger source of harmful air particles than vehicle exhausts in London and Beijing
There have been decades of regulations to make vehicles greener and improve air quality in London and Beijing, as well as a popular shift toward less polluting road transport. Now, total emissions of harmful air pollutants from vehicle exhausts are lower than those from cooking in the centers of these two megacities, a study has found.
Body size, not competition, may kick-start evolution
A new evolutionary theory suggests changes in body size, rather than competition for food and habitat, may drive the earliest physical differences between species.
Talk of the town: Virtual world gets stroke survivors talking
Have you ever felt like you know exactly what you want to say, but just can
Scarcer food may have pushed early humans to rework stone tools for longer use
About 300,000 years ago, the emergence of the first Homo sapiens in Africa was accompanied by major cultural and technological changes, marking the beginning of a new archaeological period, the Middle Stone Age. At that time, African landscapes were also undergoing profound transformations. To understand how the earliest members of our species lived and adapted, it is therefore essential to reconstruct the environments in which they lived.
Stone Age hunters in northern Europe may have used poison arrows to hunt big prey
Autumn walks in Britain are glorious, as the foliage changes color and cool, crisp air begins to bite. However, some of these European trees hide a much darker secret. For example, the yew tree
How humans influence fish behavior and why this is important for species conservation
Two recent review articles in the journals Trends in Ecology
Light-matter hybrids form supersolid quantum state at room temperature
Researchers from the Faculty of Physics at the University of Warsaw, the Military University of Technology (Poland), IBM Research Zurich and the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) have observed a new quantum state of matter known as a supersolid in an exciton-polariton Bose-Einstein condensate. Remarkably, the phenomenon occurs not at temperatures close to absolute zero, but at room temperature. The results have been published in Science Advances.
For a comprehensive understanding of the content of millions of Arabic manuscripts held in libraries around the world, it is crucial for scholars to first examine what their marginalia reveal, according to a new study published in the Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization.
Study finds stronger trade secret protection leads firms to break down innovation silos
To guard proprietary know-how, many firms separate their inventors into independent groups so that no single employee sees too much of the organization
A laser can draw superconductivity at the nanoscale
Researchers from ICMAB-CSIC, the Politecnico di Milano and Universit
Trump endorses Vivek Ramaswamy for Ohio governor, calls him 'special'
Donald Trump has endorsed Vivek Ramaswamy in his campaign for governor of Ohio. Trump praised Ramaswamy for being strong, smart, and truly passionate about the country. He criticized Ramaswamys opponent, Amy Acton, for her radical positions on various issues. The endorsement highlights Ramaswamy's focus on economic growth, border security, and election integrity. Voters are encouraged to support Ramaswamy to ensure a strong future for Ohio.
Plant-inspired natural coatings can beat forever chemicals
Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are known as
'Thats just a sample!': Trump DOJ charges six more in California voter fraud crackdown
'Thats just a sample!': Trump DOJ charges six more in California voter fraud crackdown
Nearly 7 in 10 professors report being bullied, often by students over grades
Faculty and university staff members report being bullied in two ways: by their colleagues and supervisors, and by their students over grades, according to an international study I conducted with colleagues Zahra Moradi and Deborah Circo.
More power, less payoff: Study reveals a bottleneck in cleaner methanol production
Dialing up the power on electricity-driven chemical reactions doesn
'Abdul too extreme for state': Rogers votes in midterms; bashes Dems for Steven's vicious targeting
'Abdul too extreme for state': Rogers votes in midterms; bashes Dems for Steven's vicious targeting
Sonos' new voice assistant is launching in early access on November 6
The company is hoping to collect feedback on Sonos 27voice to avoid a repeat of its previous app redesign debacle.
Wherever there are people, there is also wildlife
Human-induced global change has reached an unprecedented scale and intensity. Through intensive land use and the associated loss of species, humans are permanently altering the habitats and communities of wild animals.
Equitas Small Finance Bank names Balaji Nuthalapadi interim CEO following PN Vasudevan's resignation
Equitas Small Finance Bank has appointed Balaji Nuthalapadi as the interim chief executive officer. This decision comes after the resignation of PN Vasudevan last week. The appointment awaits approval from the Reserve Bank of India before finalization.
US Strikes In Strait Of Hormuz Create More Questions About What's Ahead
The Middle East and beyond have been on edge about the prospects of the US resuming full-scale operations against Iran for the first time in almost two months.
Privy Council halts demolition of daughter's house in family land dispute
Arkansas man loses tax offset bid as court upholds ex-wife's $183,000 business share
As it gets harder to figure out what to eat, some Americans are turning to religion for answers
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Reading single vesicles reveals clues to the origin of chronic inflammation
A new technique to diagnose chronic inflammation developed at Nagoya University can read information from the surface and within individual extracellular vesicles in blood and urine. This technique could be used to develop noninvasive tests that can not only detect chronic inflammation but also provide information about the tissues where it occurs.
We will kill Trump: Iran's giant billboard shows US President behind bars in Tehran
We will kill Trump: Iran's giant billboard shows US President behind bars in Tehran
Enjoy The New Haryanvi Music Video For '25 Parche' By Balkar Ankhila, Manjinder Gulshan
Enjoy the latest Haryanvi song '25 Parche' sung by 'Balkar Ankhila, Manjinder Gulshan'. The music for this captivating track has been composed by 'Qaistrax', with lyrics penned by 'Marry Nagra'. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Haryanvi video song '25 Parche' and immerse yourself in its energetic vibe. For more Haryanvi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Haryanvi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of 'Bali Sharma', new Haryanvi songs of 2026, latest Haryanvi video songs, Haryanvi music and 'Balkar Ankhila, Manjinder Gulshan' tracks.
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Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Star Girl' beautifully sung by Navaan Sandhu and Mickey Singh. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Navaan Sandhu and beautiful lyrics are penned by Navaan Sandhu and Mickey Singh. Don't miss the chance to witness Navaan Sandhu and Mickey Singh's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Star Girl'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more punjabi tracks in the music videos section of punjabi Etimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Navaan Sandhu and Mickey Singh. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Master Mind, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.
Lenders accept Supreme Housing's Rs 522-crore settlement offer
Canara Bank along with other lenders accepted a 522-crore one time settlement offer from Supreme Housing and Hospitality. This settlement will help the company resolve debts close to 700 crore, representing a 75% recovery for involved banks. The one-time settlement includes both fund and non-fund exposure from corporate guarantees given to subsidiary entities.
'No one thought wed be this close': Schumer makes Senate takeover claim on Midterm election day
Researchers target PFAS with lower-temperature destruction method
Removing harmful chemicals from contaminated water is only one step toward their elimination. Once collected in filtration materials, these chemicals must still be destroyed and detoxified to prevent contamination from moving into another waste stream.
Global accounting reveals economic toll of ecosystem losses from rising seas
A global accounting puts the value of ecosystem services that could be lost to sea level rise at well over 100 billion in 2020 international dollars (Int$2020) per year by 2100, according to a study
Results will be better than you think!: Trump defies midterm doom polls - 'going to be surprised!'
Enjoy The New Haryanvi Music Video For 'Ram Bachaye' By Shiva Choudhary & Sompal Assaniya
Enjoy the latest Haryanvi song 'Ram Bachaye' sung by 'Shiva Choudhary & Sompal Assaniya'. The music for this captivating track has been composed by 'Shwet', with lyrics penned by 'Ranjan Assaniya'. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Haryanvi video song 'Ram Bachaye' and immerse yourself in its energetic vibe. For more Haryanvi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Haryanvi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of 'Bali Sharma', new Haryanvi songs of 2026, latest Haryanvi video songs, Haryanvi music and 'Shiva Choudhary & Sompal Assaniya' tracks.
Enjoy The New Haryanvi Music Video For 'Multani Jhanjar' By Raj Mawar, Anjali99
Enjoy the latest Haryanvi song 'Multani Jhanjar' sung by 'Raj Mawar, Anjali99'. The music for this captivating track has been composed by 'Its Harrish', with lyrics penned by 'Parhlad Phagna'. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Haryanvi video song 'Multani Jhanjar' and immerse yourself in its energetic vibe. For more Haryanvi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Haryanvi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of 'Raj Mawar, Anjali99', new Haryanvi songs of 2026, latest Haryanvi video songs, Haryanvi music and 'Raj Mawar, Anjali99' tracks.
Enjoy The New Haryanvi Music Video For 'Itran Di Sheeshi' By Satinder Sartaaj
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Silent lakes ahead? Long-term study finds common loon productivity is dropping across North America
The eerie call of the common loon has long been the sound of North America
No De Paul, Lo Celso in Argentina's first post-Messi era squad
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni named on Tuesday his first squad since Lionel Messi's international retirement, calling up 28 players for November friendlies against Uruguay and Costa Rica.
Silk microneedles offer new way to deliver vaccines to farmed fish
Fish that are cultivated in pools or ponds are an increasingly important source of food around the world. Unfortunately, disease outbreaks can cause substantial losses in aquaculture.
He once worked as an elementary school teacher. Today, Mai Huiquan and his sister Mai Huixia are at the centre of one of China's biggest stock market debut stories. Their company, Crown New Materials, saw its shares jump 787% on November 3, turning its IPO into a major talking point among investors.
Bitcoin struggled near $77,000 on US midterm election day as ETF outflows and concerns over the Binance security breach weighed on sentiment. Investors are also watching the proposed CLARITY Act, with the election potentially influencing the future of crypto regulation in the US.
HRV Pharma buys Germany's Phatebo
The acquisition marks virtual pharmaceutical company HRV's entry beyond active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) into finished formulations, giving it its first finished formulations business alongside a licenced operating entity in Germany.
SIR-excluded voters can reapply without fear of 'false declaration' charges: ECI clears air
The Election Commission of India recently clarified concerns regarding filling Form 6 for re-inclusion on electoral rolls. This clarification aims to alleviate fears among registered voters about potential legal consequences. The clarification follows a Delhi High Court order that deemed such apprehensions as misplaced.
US Midterms 2026: Trump's Wars, Rising Prices Put Republicans On The Back Foot | NDTV World
The 2026 US midterm elections are shaping up as a referendum on Donald Trump's presidency, with his foreign policy and economic decisions under scrutiny. The Iran war, the continuing conflict in Ukraine, the US intervention in Venezuela, rising fuel prices and tariffs have become major talking points as Americans head to the polls. With Trump's approval ratings under pressure and affordability emerging as a key voter concern, could Republicans pay the price at the ballot box? NDTV's special coverage examines the political stakes, the mood among voters and what a Democratic takeover of Congress could mean for Trump's agenda and US foreign policy.
COP31: EU FTA on horizon, but India won't budge on CBAM
India's environment minister Bhupender Yadav reaffirmed the country's opposition to trade-linked barriers at COP31. The upcoming negotiations will focus on the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism affecting various Indian sectors. Participation in carbon markets should remain voluntary, according to Yadav. Additionally, India emphasizes the importance of climate finance from developed nations.
SK Hynix's New York chip plans hit snag over US restrictions on China, sources say
SK Hynix is awaiting approval from US officials for equipment necessary for expanding production in China. The company aims to increase its Dalian plant's output to support its US expansion plans. Meetings between SK Hynix's subsidiary, Solidigm, and the Commerce Department have been ongoing in search of approval. Solidigm is also exploring potential locations worldwide for a new NAND memory facility.
The Midterms Could Reshape Trump's Presidency. Here's How | US Midterm Election 2026
Americans are heading to the polls in one of the most important midterm elections in recent history, with control of the US House of Representatives and Senate hanging in the balance. While President Donald Trump is not personally on the ballot, the election is widely being viewed as a referendum on his presidency, policies and political future. Republicans are fighting to retain control of Congress, while Democrats hope to seize power and put major roadblocks in front of Trump's agenda. One of the biggest questions looming over the election is whether a Democratic victory could revive impeachment discussions. With razor-thin races unfolding across several battleground states, the results could reshape Washington and set the stage for the 2028 presidential race. Watch our full breakdown of what's at stake as America votes.
Pregnant mandrill monkeys are more likely to miscarry when also nursing an infant
Female mandrills are more likely to experience pregnancy loss when they are simultaneously nursing an infant, which may reflect a physiological trade-off between current and future offspring, according to a study by Nikolaos Smit at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology, Germany, and the University of Turku, Finland, and colleagues, published in PLOS Biology.
Khaled Hosseini's foundation educated Afghan students and built shelters for displaced families
Supreme Court Pauses Mumbai Civic Body Chief's Salary Over Encroachments
The three-judge bench also rejected the BMC's plea for an additional 30 days to complete the task. It said the civic body must comply with the court's earlier directions before seeking further relief.
Akhilesh, Rahul's days in politics over: Ravi Kishan
Cold conditions may not have been responsible for the centuries-long pause in the spread of farming across south-eastern Europe during prehistory, according to a new study by the Leibniz-Zentrum f
US wildfire damage is on pace to triple by mid
As temperatures rise and development expands, the number of homes and other structures damaged or destroyed by wildfires across the U.S. is on pace to triple by midcentury, my colleagues and I found in a study just published.
Polymarket unit gets US industry organization's approval to be futures broker
Polymarket has received approval from the National Futures Association for PM Derivatives LLC to act as a broker. This approval allows the company to expand its operations if it obtains further approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The firm is actively under investigation by the CFTC regarding its marketing practices. Currently, Polymarket serves as a popular platform for betting on various events and elections.
India is stepping up efforts to tap its estimated 10.6 GW geothermal energy potential, with its first two geothermal wells commissioned in Ladakh's Puga Valley in July 2026. The government is also supporting pilot projects across Gujarat, Arunachal Pradesh and Telangana, while its 2025 National Geothermal Energy Policy aims to promote research, technology development and private investment in the sector.
With US midterms underway, courts rebuff Trump's pressure on state election officials
Federal judges issued rulings that restricted the Trump administration's efforts aimed at influencing state election officials. These efforts were primarily focused on alleged noncitizen voting, which evidence shows is quite rare. Multiple legal challenges led to precedents affirming state sovereignty regarding election administration. Despite these setbacks, the Justice Department continues to pursue various actions related to noncitizen voting. Recent decisions highlight ongoing tensions between federal and state election authority.
Bee nest linings could inspire plastics that break down in soil
Hundreds of millions of metric tons of plastics are produced every year, and most of them end up sitting in landfills or polluting natural environments after use. These plastics endure for dozens to hundreds of years. But some scientists are on the lookout for solutions to this problem. And now, one team of researchers might have found a potential solution in bee nests. Their study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, shows that a natural plastic made by bees may offer design lessons for plastics that degrade naturally in far less time.
Indian Trio Wins 50m Men's Team Gold At ISSF World Championship 2026
India clinched the silver medal in the women's 10m air rifle team event after the men shot down the gold in the men's 50m pistol competition at the ongoing ISSF World Championships.
Years of 'rotten egg' smell in Florida prompt county to move against landfill
Residents near a landfill in Floridas Lake County have complained of a persistent rotten-egg smell for years. Now, county commissioners have voted to move ahead with legal action against landfill operator Hubbard Construction and the state environmental agency. A 2025 study identified the Mount Dora-area landfill as the likely source of the recurring odour.
Bihar's river silt to now help pave highways in bid to reduce flood risks
NHAI plans to use river silt for highway construction in Bihar, aiming to tackle flooding and reduce dependence on agricultural land for construction material
BJP's 'Anarchy' Attack On Rahul Gandhi: Congress Hits Back | Top News Of Nov 4, 2026
The political battle between the BJP and the Congress has intensified, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah launching a sharp attack on Rahul Gandhi during a rally in Hyderabad. Shah accused the Congress of backing what the BJP calls anarchy and infiltration, branded its Ramlila Maidan rally an 'infiltrator rally' and challenged the Opposition to a debate on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Rahul Gandhi has now challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to an open debate, prompting a fresh exchange between the two parties.
Scientists revive decades-old approach to target cancer-linked genes using synthetic DNA
Researchers have developed a new approach that uses synthetic DNA molecules to target cancer-linked genes directly, opening new possibilities for future treatments, diagnostics and biological research.
King Charles says UK's slavery past fills him with horror
King Charles III has acknowledged Britain's historic role in the transatlantic slave trade as a shameful chapter that fills him with horror, during his address at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda. This comes amidst increasing pressure from Caribbean nations for an apology and reparations. While the monarch stated history cannot be changed, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated a debt reset plan to support Commonwealth countries, seen as a compromise to address these demands.
US Strikes Iran's Qeshm Island Near Strait Of Hormuz As Tehran Warns Of Stronger Retaliation
US Strikes Iran's Qeshm Island Near Strait Of Hormuz As Tehran Warns Of Stronger Retaliation
National Conference MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi resigned from the party and Parliament on Tuesday, accusing it of betraying promises made to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, including on Article 370. The party hit back, calling his resignation an example of moral and mental bankruptcy and accusing him of empty rhetoric.
Will Move To Israel, Become PM: Trump's Joke On His Approval Ratings
Trump also revealed that he has made a deal with current Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Washington would no longer be providing $4 billion in aid to Israel after the end of this year.
US Hits Iran's Qeshm Island; Strait Of Hormuz Tensions Rise As Indian Seafarers Trapped
US Hits Iran's Qeshm Island; Strait Of Hormuz Tensions Rise As Indian Seafarers Trapped
Rahul Gandhi had backed Maoists' unconstitutional 'Janatana Sarkar': Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the government was willing to convene a special Parliament session to discuss the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, challenging the Opposition to participate. He also accused the Congress of supporting Naxalism and criticised Rahul Gandhi over his alleged backing of Maoist groups.
TD-Led NDA Reverses 2021 Trend, Sweeps All 8 Civic Bodies In Naidu's Home District
The result marks a reversal of the 2021 municipal election verdict, when the YSRC swept all six civic bodies in the erstwhile district.
Ed Sheeran Reveals BTS Details Of 'Tu Mil Jaaye' Song From Shah Rukh Khan's King
During his last visit to Mannat, Ed Sheeran revealed that he had asked Shah Rukh Khan to make a cameo in the music video for his song Sapphire, which features Arijit Singh.
