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Smartphone batteries could last for up to five years with the imminent development of new technology , scientists have said. Lithium-ion batteries, which most devices currently use, are notorious for degrading over time – which is why a new smartphone will last longer on a single charge than an old one. This is because the graphic anodes (the negative terminal in batteries) that they use require a binder to keep it from falling apart when passing a charge between the electrolyte (the medium by which charge is passed) and the cathode (the positive terminal). The most common binder is poly(vinylidene fluoride), or PVDF, but researchers from Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology suggest that a new binder - made from a bis-imino-acenaphthenequinone-paraphenylene (BP) copolymer – will be more effective. Despite the difficult scientific name, the differences between a BP copolymer and the PVDF one are surprisingly simple: the BP binder has better mechanical … [Read more...] about New smartphone batteries could last for five years without breaking down

The man whom authorities say is a person of interest in connection with the July Fourth parade shooting in Highland Park, Illinois, posted to his Discord channel in March a photo of a politician who fatally shot himself on live TV. The photo was the last posting Robert Crimo, 22, made before going silent for months on the platform. Monday's shooting left six people dead and more than 30 others injured. Since police announced that Crimo is a person of interest, several disturbing posts he allegedly made on various social media platforms have emerged. On his Discord server, Crimo would allegedly post nihilistic political memes, including one featuring a picture of R. Budd Dwyer, Pennsylvania's state treasurer, who fatally shot himself during a 1987 press conference, according to NBC News. The photo was allegedly captioned: "I wish politicians still gave speeches like this." Another post allegedly featured a selfie of Crimo alongside a caption that read: "Cursed image screenshot … [Read more...] about Robert Crimo’s last Discord post was politician’s live TV suicide

Fly-tipping is a serious criminal offence (Image: NC) Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Those coming to collect the waste must have a valid Waste Transfer Note, which is a document which details the transfer of waste from one person to another. The form comes in four sections and helps homeowners in the event that any waste is disposed of incorrectly. Related articles Anne Diamond sparks eco fury as she confesses she nets her trees Forget trendy green buzzwords and ask your gran about PROPER recycling Therefore, if the material ends up being found illegally fly-tipped on streets, roads, fields or any other public place, the Waste Transfer … [Read more...] about Crucial form is needed if you want to avoid prosecution for fly-tipping

The resignation of Chancellor Rishi Sunak and Health Secretary Sajid Javid could be the final blow for Boris Johnson's premiership after the political heavyweights attacked the PM's "lack of integrity", competence and leadership. The prime minister narrowly survived a confidence vote in him last month. Tory MPs voted by 211 to 148 in support of the PM, but the scale of the revolt against his leadership left him wounded. When Theresa May faced a confidence vote in 2018 she secured the support of 63% of her MPs - but was still forced out within six months. The prime minister saw 41% of his MPs vote against him, a worse result than Mrs May. Advertisement So, if Mr Johnson faces a similar fate, these are the candidates that could stand to replace him: Up until the last few months, the former chancellor was seen by many Conservative MPs as the frontrunner in the race to succeed Mr Johnson. More on Boris Johnson Nadhim Zahawi made … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson under pressure – who are the frontrunners for his job if PM’s time runs out?

In spite of all of our teachers' and bosses' warnings that it's not a trustworthy source of information, we all rely on Wikipedia. Not only when we can’t remember the name of that guy from that movie, which is a fairly low-risk use, but also when we find a weird rash or are just feeling a little off and we’re not sure why. One in three Americans have tried to diagnose a medical condition with the help of the Internet, and a new report says doctors are just as drawn to Wikipedia’s flickering flame. According to the IMS Institute for Healthcare Informatics’ “ Engaging patients through social media ” report, Wikipedia is the top source of healthcare information for both doctors and patients. Fifty percent of physicians use Wikipedia for information, especially for specific conditions. Generally, more people turn to Wikipedia for rare diseases than common conditions. The top five conditions looked up on the site over the past year were: tuberculosis, Crohn’s disease, pneumonia, … [Read more...] about Doctors’ #1 Source for Healthcare Information: Wikipedia

US robotics company Boston Dynamics have unveiled a new machine to work in warehouses that can shift up 800 boxes per hour. The robot — dubbed 'Stretch' — is the first from the company that was developed to handle just one specific task. The product was inspired by requests for such a design received from companies all around the world, the firm explained. Boston Dynamics have yet to reveal how much a Stretch unit will cost. US robotics company Boston Dynamics have unveiled a new machine to work in warehouses that can shift up 800 boxes per hour. Pictured: the 'Stretch' robot moves boxes 'We heard pretty much universally across warehousing that truck unloading is one of the most physically difficult and unpleasant jobs,' Boston Dynamics' vice president of business development, Michael Perry, told Reuters. 'And that's where Stretch comes into play. It's a fast moving, highly versatile robot.' he added. 'We're looking at picking up boxes … [Read more...] about Meet Stretch: Boston Dynamics unveils new warehouse worker robot that can shift up to 800 boxes per hour

[This story originally aired on February 20.] In July 2020, Daniel Anderl, the son of federal Judge Esther Salas and attorney Mark Anderl, was shot dead by a gunman at the front door of the family's New Jersey home. Daniel Anderl, 20, took a bullet to his chest trying to protect his parents. By the time Judge Salas came to the door, the killer was gone. Her husband, Mark, was wounded. "I have direct evidence that he died heroically, that he had a holy death," says David Oakley, Daniel Anderl's godfather and a family friend. The stranger who came to Judge Salas' door had been holding a package, posing as a deliveryman.  Just eight days earlier, a chillingly similar incident took place in California. When attorney Marc Angelucci came to his door to sign for a package, he was also shot dead. "He was just a down-to-earth, at the center of his soul a good-hearted person," Marc's friend,  Cassie Jaye, tells CBS News correspondent Tracy Smith. "[Sighs] I was trying to make … [Read more...] about Federal judge whose son was killed in ambush: “My son’s death cannot be in vain”

A LOTTO winner's kids charity is being investigated by watchdogs over allegations of "financial misconduct", say reports. Barry Chuwen, 52, won £4.5million in 1997 and invested it in commercial premises, including some of Glasgow 's most exclusive addresses. The Lottery winner also set up The Teddy Bear Foundation with wife Jenny in 2004, after they tragically had a stillborn baby at six months. The charity claimed to have spent a total of nearly £500,000 to take children with special needs to Disneyland Paris - as well as providing them riding lessons, massage sessions and sensory gardens. According to the Daily Record , OSCR are investigating payments made by the charity to a company connected to one of its trustees last year. They have now taken action to make sure that any property owned by the charity can't be sold. OSCR said: “We are concerned that there has been misconduct in the administration of the charity and consider it necessary and desirable to … [Read more...] about Lottery winners LIVE – £4.5 million jackpot winner Barry Chuwen’s charity investigated for ‘financial misconduct’

Tommy Lee discusses his incredible career with Mötley Crüe Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The star, who originally shot to fame in the late 1970s was a founding member of the heavy metal band which quickly grew a strong fanbase in 1981. As the iconic drummer, Lee used several memorable gimmicks during his drum solos at concerts, such as having his entire kit revolving and spinning, or having the entire kit float above the crowd while he continued to play. The band as a whole became known for its decadent behaviour both on and offstage, often consuming excessive amounts of drugs and alcohol which Lee has since shared details about. Related articles … [Read more...] about Tommy Lee health: Mötley Crüe star on his ‘out of control’ addiction – effects on health

By R.W.GORDON THE movie at Camp Dehabilitation was packed, largely because the commanding officer had caused mess call to be sounded early and unit commanders had marched the resulting formations over in a body. The strays herded late into the front seats were those the MP’s had rounded up at the slop chute and Post Exchange. A captain, with enough ribbons on his chest to stifle incipient jeers, strode from the wings to the exact center of the stage, where he was handed a microphone by a corporal with a crew haircut. He said words into this microphone, to wit: — “The movie tonight, men, will be Hollywood Canteen. I know most of you have seen this picture, and that all of you except the adolescent autograph hounds are going to gag on a second dose of it, which is why we brought you over here before chow. You will consider this picture a training film, and will pay strict attention. Company officers will hold school in this subject upon your return to barracks. “We’ve got to … [Read more...] about Civilians: Our Next Problem