Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) is reportedly preparing to launch a new 8-series high-nickel battery in 2026. The packs will be installed in range-extended vehicles from leading electric vehicle makers. The 8-series high-nickel battery is a type of ternary lithium battery. Its cathode materials contain about 80% nickel, with the rest split between cobalt and manganese, which gives the battery its name. This chemistry once had its moment in the spotlight. A few years ago, 8-series batterie...

Last year, Metro Boomin was sued by a woman who claimed that the hip-hop producer raped her in 2016. The case went to trial this week, and a Los Angeles jury has now found that Metro Boomin is not liable on the four causes of action against him, according to Rolling Stone. “I’m grateful and thankful to God that I can finally put all of this nonsense behind me,” Metro Boomin said in a statement shared with Pitchfork. “‘Metro Boomin’ is more than a stage name or family friendly brand b...

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Surge Battery Metals Inc.  reported that the fall core drilling program has officially commenced at its Nevada North Lithium Project (NNLP), Nevada. Premier Drilling Company of Elko, Nevada has been engaged to provide drilling services for the core drilling program, which will consist of 4,500 feet (1,370 metres) of drilling in nine holes. The initial five holes to be drilled are located on private surface lands after which the drill rigs will mobilize to the remaining four holes on public land...

Mexican state-owned utility Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE) is seeking proposals for the Puerto Peñasco Secuencia III solar plant, which will also include 103 MW of battery capacity. September 25, 2025 Luis Ini Image: Alexander Schimmeck, Unsplash From pv magazine Mexico The CFE has launched a tender for the construction of  Puerto Peñasco Sequence III Photovoltaic Power Plant, in the state of Sonora, Mexico. The project will add up to 300 MW of alternating current PV generation, plus...

The latest episode of Bigg Boss Telugu 9 turned out to be a mix of emotional moments and high-voltage drama as contestants participated in the ongoing battery recharge task and the crucial immunity challenge. The developments not only reshaped the nomination process but also left viewers anticipating the upcoming twist.As part of the battery recharge task, Priya and Suman Shetty got their turn to reconnect with their families. However, Suman’s path was not easy. Bigg Boss asked him to convince...