Accidental Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Global Lithium Extraction

Accidental Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Global Lithium Extraction

Haley Zaremba Haley Zaremba is a writer and journalist based in Mexico City. She has extensive experience writing and editing environmental features, travel pieces, local news in the… More Info Set us as your preferred Google source Premium Content By Haley Zaremba – Dec 18, 2025, 4:00 PM CST A new, accidental discovery by University of Michigan scientists allows for the cost-effective extraction of lithium from magnesium-rich brines by using charged membranes without electricity. The c...
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KiwiSaver hardship application backlogs see man face vehicle repossession, house sale

KiwiSaver hardship application backlogs see man face vehicle repossession, house sale

Navigation for News Categories A man says he’s facing repossession of his vehicle and the forced sale of his house because it’s taking too long to access his KiwiSaver. Photo: RNZ A man who says he is facing repossession of his vehicle, the loss of items in storage and the forced sale of his house says it takes too long to access money in KiwiSaver. Mark, who did not want to be identified publicly, contacted RNZ upset at the delays he was facing. “I have battled with ASB for al...
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‘I heard him scream and saw he was on fire’ – paramedics tell inquest of desperate attempts to save patient after oxygen tank exploded

‘I heard him scream and saw he was on fire’ – paramedics tell inquest of desperate attempts to save patient after oxygen tank exploded

Christopher Byrne (79) died when flames engulfed the ambulance on September 22, 2016 Christy Byrne (Picture : Collins, Dublin) Seán McCárthaigh Today at 18:32 An ambulance parked outside the emergency department at Naas General Hospital exploded into a fireball within the space of four to six seconds killing an elderly patient in the rear of the vehicle, an inquest has heard. Christopher Byrne (79), a widower and father of five from Ard Brid, Suncroft, Co Kildare, suffered fatal injuries as fl...
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OnePlus 15R Ace Edition debuts as an India exclusive

OnePlus 15R Ace Edition debuts as an India exclusive

The OnePlus 15R was unveiled in global markets yesterday with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC and a 7,400mAh battery. While it is offered in two color options globally, the Indian market gets a distinct Ace Edition finished in a purple shade. In markets outside India, the phone is sold in Charcoal Black and Mint Breeze. For India, the company also offers the OnePlus 15R Ace Edition, featuring an exclusive Electric Violet finish, a fiberglass rear panel, and ‘Ace’ branding etched on the back. The On...
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Say Goodbye To Your Messy Battery Drawer With This Useful Dollar Tree Find

Say Goodbye To Your Messy Battery Drawer With This Useful Dollar Tree Find

MikhailSk/Shutterstock Drawers where we store batteries and battery charging cables can quickly become a cluttered mess. The AAs and AAAs fall out of their packaging, and the various cords get tangled with each other. A little organization goes a long way in making the drawer more accessible, and so you can find things faster. The best part is this type of organization doesn’t have to break the bank with some handy Dollar Tree products. The Dollar Tree, known for its affordable prices, off...
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Delhi pollution crisis: No fuel without PUC as air quality continues to dip

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boAt Valour Ring 1 announced with up to 15 days of battery life

boAt Valour Ring 1 announced with up to 15 days of battery life

Indian consumer electronics brand boAt has unveiled the Ring 1 fitness tracker in India under its Valour sub-brand. The smart ring features a titanium frame, weighs between 4 and 6 grams, and is available in sizes 7 to 12. The Valour Ring 1 features 24/7 heart rate monitoring, HRV tracking, SpO2 measurement, step tracking, VO2 Max estimation, skin temperature insights, and sleep-stage tracking. It supports over 40 sports modes, including walking, running, cycling, and strength training. The ring...
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Chinese national accused of spying on Hydro-Québec will learn his fate in April

Chinese national accused of spying on Hydro-Québec will learn his fate in April

Yuesheng , 38, is a Chinese national who has resided in Candiac since before his arrest in 2022. Photo by John Mahoney /Montreal Gazette Article content A Quebec Court judge is expected to make his decision in April in the case against Yuesheng Wang, the man accused of spying on Hydro-Québec for the benefit of China. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY There with you then. Here with you now. As a critical part of the community for over 245 years,The Gazette continues to deliver truste...
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Greek solar producers petition EU over repowering and storage rules

Two complaints to the European Commission allege Greek repowering policies and high performance bonds for battery storage projects block upgrades, raise costs, and hinder energy transition, according to industry association Pospief. December 18, 2025 Ilias Tsagas Several Greek solar power generators have filed two separate complaint letters against Greece’s government with the European Commission. Thessaloniki-based Pospief, an association of Greek solar producers, coordinated the campaign. Th...
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Europe’s first sodium-ion cell made with fully domestic components

Europe’s first sodium-ion cell made with fully domestic components

Welsh battery breakthrough uses UK-manufactured anode and cathode materials as well as active materials available through local supply chains. Batri plans to scale up material manufacturing and cell building capability. December 18, 2025 Matthew Lynas...
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