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In 2023, researchers found shade cooled Singapore streets by 0.8°C across 20 sites. Today, vegetation is estimated to save 228 GWh of energy yearlySingapore's trees offer significant cooling benefits for city streets. Shaded areas were found to be cooler, reducing heat stress for peopl...- A cement-based paint that "sweats" water kept a model house more than 4.5°C cooler than conventional white paintInnovative researchers have unveiled a remarkable paint designed to keep buildings cooler by absorbing moisture. This advanced formula not ...
- A 21-year-old woman took all 5 anti-rabies injections after a dog bite. Still she died. Ex-army doctor explains what went wrongA 21-year-old woman died of rabies despite taking all five anti-rabies vaccine doses and rabies immunoglobulin after a dog bite. An ex-Army...
- ETtech Explainer: How the Meta-Manus deal came apart, and Tencent moved inChinese regulators ordered Meta to reverse its $2 billion acquisition of the company. Tencent is working with Manus' early investors, inclu...
- Megacity heatwaves are now a fatal nightmareCities are becoming dangerous places at night due to rising temperatures. Lack of cool nights strains the body, increasing risks of serious...
- Global fire outbreaks hit record high as 'unprecedented' heat extremes loom, scientists sayRecord fires are burning across Africa and Asia this year. Scientists warn conditions will worsen as summer arrives and El Nino develops. T...
- How China block of AI deal could stop 'Singapore-washing'China has blocked Meta's acquisition of Singapore-based AI firm Manus, signaling a crackdown on "Singapore-washing." This move, aimed at pr...
- Rising temperatures cost Bangladesh $1.8 billion last year, says World BankBangladesh faces economic challenges due to rising temperatures. A World Bank report indicates significant losses in 2024. Heat-related ill...
- Heat waves push tourists from hotspots to ‘coolcations’Climate change is reshaping global tourism. Holidaymakers are seeking cooler destinations. Traditional hotspots face declining visitors. No...
- Don't just be cool, be better: BEE asks AC, fridge manufacturers to boost energy efficiency to match world standardsThe Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) is pushing air-conditioner and refrigerator manufacturers to meet stringent global energy efficiency ...
- This popular Indian dish is on list of ready-to-eat foods during national emergenciesSATS Ltd has developed five ready-to-eat meal options for emergencies, requiring no refrigeration and with an eight-month shelf life. These...
- May heat wave in India 1.5 degrees Celsius warmer than warmest heat waveThe analysts at ClimaMeter said the intense and prolonged heat wave India endured in May was a result of the naturally occurring El Nino ph...
- Reducing embodied emissions in building design could save up to 6 gigatonnes of carbon by 2050Researchers from the University of Cambridge and Bath, UK, devised a computer model and used it to estimate that these recommendations coul...
- Bitcoin’s volatility is on display again in slide below $50,000Technical studies suggest something of a tipping point for Bitcoin following a retreat from an all-time high of almost $69,000 in November,...
- Consistency is key: Covid could be eradicated if at least 70% people wore face masks, says studyThe type of material used and the duration of mask use play key roles in their effectiveness.
- DGCA mandates health screening of passengers from 4 more countriesSuch screening is usually done with a thermal scanner which uses heat sensors to detect high temperature levels. Passengers suspected of in...
- Indian aviation regulator adds passengers of four countries to be screened for CoronavirusIn a notice, the directorate general of civil aviation (DGCA) said all passengers arriving from these countries will be universally screene...
- New drug to save women's lives from post-childbirth bleeding: WHOGeneva, June 28 (IANS) A novel formulation of drug carbetocin could be safe and effective in preventing excessive bleeding following childb...
- Favourite domestic and international holiday destinations for IndiansWhere are Indians holidaying this summer? Goa tops the list, never mind the sweltering heat. Which is the lesser known, emerging tourist sp...
- Oil hovers below $82 amid US crude inventory dropOil prices hovered below $82 a barrel Wednesday in Asia after a report showed US crude supplies fell more than expected last week.
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