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GreentechLead · Renewable energy ·
ENGIE began construction on its first French project pairing solar generation with battery storage, a 29.8 MWp array and 8.8 MW/20 MWh battery at a former quarry in Centre-Val de Loire. R.Power is finishing a 20 MWp solar farm in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, expected to be connected before the end of Nov
GreentechLead · Renewable energy ·
Nordex won a 192 MW turbine order from Mercury for the Puke Kapo Hau wind farm in New Zealand's Otago region, along with a 30-year service agreement. Norway's regulator granted Eviny and Norsk Vind a licence for the roughly 40 MW Moldalsknuten wind farm, the country's first new onshore wind approval
GreentechLead · Renewable energy ·
Polaris Renewable Energy chose Trina Storage to supply equipment for a 35.7 MW eight-hour battery project in Puerto Rico, with operation targeted for the third quarter of 2027. Invinity Energy Systems confirmed a conditional £25 million fundraising to support vanadium flow battery development and ma
GreentechLead · Renewable energy ·
OMV has started installing electrolyser equipment for a 140 MW green hydrogen plant in Bruck an der Leitha, Austria, expected to produce up to 23,000 tonnes annually by the end of 2027. Stiesdal Hydrogen began commercial operation of a 6.5 MW pressurized alkaline electrolyser at European Energy's Es
GreentechLead · Renewable energy ·
Applied Digital and Soluna plan a 50 MW AI data center in Briscoe County, Texas, beside a 150 MW wind farm, with Applied Digital holding 51% and Soluna 49%. Mumbai's BEST approved a 25-year agreement with SECI for 220 MW of solar power backed by batteries at ₹2.86 per kWh, projected to save about ₹1
Semiengineering.com · Semiconductors ·
The U.S. Commerce Department proposed up to $389 million in semiconductor R&D support for four companies focused on power devices and critical materials, with the government set to receive minority nonvoting equity stakes. Nvidia broadened manufacturing supply agreements, including advanced packagin
Azure Magazine · Home & design ·
Nokken has introduced a prefabricated sauna aimed at hotels and other hospitality operators. The ten-person unit arrives assembled, can be lifted into place, and may be running within a day after some site preparation. Made from certified wood, it is designed to add wellness-focused amenities with l
Wallpaper · Personal technology ·
Apple has announced HomeView, its first home-assistant display, priced at £299 and set for release on 13 November 2026. The device has a seven-inch display, an aluminum body and a speaker base, with a wall-mounted version also available. It emphasizes Siri and Apple Intelligence integration along wi
Wallpaper · Home & design ·
Atelier Barda has renovated Residence Beloeil, a 1937 townhouse in Montreal’s Outremont neighborhood. The design preserves original details while introducing custom furnishings, local contemporary pieces and a new curved terrace. The project uses the home’s proportions and ceiling heights as guiding
Wallpaper · Personal technology ·
Teenage Engineering has released the EP-35, a portable battery-powered amplifier for keyboards, guitars, microphones and other inputs. It includes Bluetooth and USB connectivity, eight effect presets controlled by dials, and a rear storage area with a camp light. Accessories include a carry bag, foo
Wallpaper · Home & design ·
Le Monde Béryl has opened its first permanent boutique in New York, on Madison Avenue near Central Park. The founders worked with Tutto Bene and Silka Rittson-Thomas on an interior that draws on Venice and David Lynch. The design aims for the atmosphere of an eclectic private collection, with carefu
TheGamer · Video games ·
This guide explains how to raise a zoo's reputation to five stars in Planet Zoo 2. It breaks the rating down into animal husbandry, sustainability, guest education, and guest experience, then details ways to improve each area.
TheGamer · Video games ·
The article offers hints and the final answer for Wordle puzzle #1953 dated October 24, 2026. It reveals the solution as HOLEY and includes letter clues and word hints for players who want help.
TheGamer · Video games ·
A 2000 forum post by Epic CEO Tim Sweeney about Looking Glass Studios' closure has resurfaced. In the post, he argued the shutdown was economically realistic and that some developers deserve to fail. The remarks drew backlash at the time and are now being criticized again.
TheGamer · Video games ·
CD Projekt Red has approved a fan-made Cintra expansion for The Witcher 3 Remastered on PS5. Created by modder GerwantTOTW, it adds the capital and surrounding areas, a village called Hilden, about five hours of gameplay, 12 quests, and economy changes.
TheGamer · Video games ·
Shigeru Miyamoto spoke about AI in game creation during a press conference after receiving Japan's Order of Culture. He said people will remain essential and warned against removing human effort entirely from the process.
National Law Review / Ogletree Decon · Small business ·
A New York administrative law judge canceled a sales tax Notice and Demand issued to a company officer because the Division of Taxation had not first issued her a Notice of Determination. Even though the officer did not dispute responsible-person status, the procedural error prevented the state from
National Law Review / Ogletree Decon · Mergers & acquisitions ·
A California Office of Tax Appeals decision addressed whether a holding company and an operating subsidiary were a unitary business for tax apportionment. The OTA found the Franchise Tax Board did not show sufficient dependency, contribution, or integration between the entities. The ruling confirms
National Law Review / Ogletree Decon · Corporate earnings ·
Ohio's Supreme Court unanimously held that a drug manufacturer's Commercial Activity Tax base is the amount it actually received, not the higher list price on invoices. The court affirmed the Board of Tax Appeals and rejected the Tax Commissioner's attempt to assess tax on chargebacks treated as exp
National Law Review / Ogletree Decon · Labor & employment ·
The Justice Department launched a three-year pilot program that can pay $10,000 to $30,000 to people whose fraud tips lead to criminal charges. Awards are discretionary and may be made at the charging stage, without waiting for a conviction or final resolution. The initiative follows a new coordinat
National Law Review / Ogletree Decon · Labor & employment ·
Washington has enacted a domestic workers law that will apply to many home care employers, registries, and private households starting July 1, 2027. Covered workers, including some independent contractors who perform at least four hours of domestic work in a month, gain minimum wage, overtime, writt
The Guardian · Film ·
Director Lee Chang-dong speaks about his new film Possible Love, which examines labor, private equity and the aftermath of mass layoffs. The film, which won the grand jury prize at Venice, draws on a historic Korean strike and explores the ethics of telling disenfranchised people's stories.
The Guardian · Elections ·
This opinion article examines Democratic hopes of winning a Texas Senate seat, arguing that history and state party weakness make a victory a long shot. It contends that Republican Ken Paxton's weaknesses are still obvious and may give Democrats an opening.
The Guardian · Climate science ·
A new study finds that about 300 glaciers in the western US have disappeared since the 1960s, while the region's total glacier area has shrunk by a third. Researchers say rising temperatures driven by fossil fuel burning are accelerating the losses and that most remaining glaciers will shrink drasti
The Guardian · Pollution ·
A new lawsuit asks a federal judge to order the Trump administration to address atrazine pollution in US surface waters under the Clean Water Act. The pesticide is widely used and has been found in many rivers, drinking-water intakes and wells, with links to health and wildlife harms. The suit alleg
The Guardian · Soccer ·
A live football news roundup covers managerial speculation and club developments. Antonio Conte has denied reports that he is in advanced negotiations with any club, including links to Manchester United, and said claims about his demands are unfounded.
Governing · Healthcare policy ·
Oregon's law requiring hospitals to check patients for financial assistance has expanded access to free and discounted care, with one major hospital's share of eligible patients rising sharply. Hospitals report higher charity-care spending and warn about financial strain. The policy illustrates a tr
Governing · State & local government ·
States are reviewing rules for electric bicycles and scooters as faster models become common and crashes increase. Recent fatal incidents have prompted local safety campaigns and proposals for age limits, licensing, and other standards. Existing regulations have struggled to keep up with the devices
GovTech · Tax policy ·
Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon, speaking for county executives statewide, asked Gov. Kathy Hochul to seek repeal of a 26-year-old sales tax exemption for internet data centers. He argued the break was written for an older industry and can deprive localities of revenue from large modern facil
GovTech · State & local government ·
A $1.1 million grant will support an 18-month effort by Oklahoma and Virginia to study how artificial intelligence may alter state jobs, required skills and hiring practices. The firms Holly and 17A will work with state agencies, with Holly handling technology and data analysis and 17A focusing on o