What’s behind China’s recent spike in Covid-19 cases? And is it anything to worry about?
China has seen a spike in Covid-19 in recent weeks, overtaking influenza as the top respiratory pathogen for…
Hybrid Hydropower Could Unlock Europe’s Next Renewable Energy Boom
There is major potential to develop hybrid renewable energy projects on existing hydropower sites, according to a new…
Transmission Gully northbound lanes closed due to flaming car
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Foxconn to start shipping next-gen transmission tech for AI data centers
Foxconn Chairman and CEO Young Liu, center, speaks at the company’s annual general meeting in New Taipei on…
Japan eyes world-first transmission of space-based solar power to Earth
Science Experiment will use microwaves to send electricity from orbit Japan aims to launch a 2.5-square-kilometer solar panel…
Kansas City health officials confirm first measles case in eight years
A Kansas City resident has tested positive for measles, marking the city’s first confirmed case in eight years.…
NIH-supported trial reduces HIV incidence by 70% in rural populations
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Study used technology to extend reach of existing infrastructure, linking people to care. Transmission electron…
What the Fall of the Telegraph Says About Fossil Fuels
The global electric power business is changing. The economic hegemony of fossil fuels (and perhaps nuclear as well)…
Big swings in Australia’s electricity market have a frustrating effect on our power bills
On any given day in Australia, from its west coast to its east, there is a fair chance…
Pilot, passenger killed in Paekākāriki Hill helicopter crash were pest control contractors
Kapiti-Mana Area Commander Inspector Renee Perkins. Photo / Grace Odlum “Police are working to formally confirm the identity…
Parts of road surface on $1.25 billion Transmission Gully highway melt in summer sun
“When there are higher temperatures and slow traffic, there is always a risk of bitumen sticking to tyres…
Northland power outage review: Electricity Authority says most tower collapse fixes now complete
“These recommendations were focused on improving resilience, processes for maintenance work, and grid maintenance contracting arrangements and assurance…