Russia 'already targeting' Sweden and Finland says Rinkēvičs 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 These revolutionary new batteries can store renewable electricity for months at a time, overcoming a major hurdle in energy storage. The device uses low-grade sand, which is then heated up in the battery using electricity generated from wind and solar energy, which is generally cheaper. The sands can store that energy in the form of heat at around 500C, which can then be deployed to warm homes in winter when there is higher demand and the energy is more expensive. Related articles Lifeline for millions as goldmine of cheap, reliable and … [Read more...] about Energy crisis: Finland develops new ‘sand battery’ as major breakthrough solution
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It’s raining fish! Locals baffled as anchovies start falling from the sky in San Francisco
Fishermen stage North Sea protest over crab and lobster deaths Sign up HERE for science breakthroughs in health, business and more that matter 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 Experts believe that this strange phenomenon may be linked to the region's fish stocks, as the lower south Bay in the city has enjoyed record-breaking fish populations. As a result of this population boom experts, including researchers and local fishermen, have pointed the finger at seabirds, as they now find themselves in a situation where they have more fish than they know what to do with. Related articles Lifeline for millions as goldmine of cheap, reliable and green energy Russia on high nuke alert: Putin launches … [Read more...] about It’s raining fish! Locals baffled as anchovies start falling from the sky in San Francisco
Max Verstappen’s clear Lewis Hamilton refusal exposes true feelings on rivalry
In case it had not been noticed, the rivalry between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen is personal. But if a reminder is needed, check out Verstappen’s interviews over the past couple of months. Max, do you consciously avoid referring to your title rival by his name? Do you try and not mention the word ‘Lewis’ or, indeed, ‘Mercedes’? “That is correct,” answers Verstappen, who actually DID bring himself to mention his rival’s name after taking pole position for today’s showdown. “Too much has happened this season. “My look on certain people has changed. And not in a positive way. I have found out that certain people show a whole different face when they come under pressure. JOIN THE DEBATE! Who will lift the Drivers' Championship later today? Let us know in the comments There is no love lost between title rivals Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton ( Image: Formula 1 via Getty Images) “Their true character comes to the surface.” The pair are … [Read more...] about Max Verstappen’s clear Lewis Hamilton refusal exposes true feelings on rivalry
Kremlin slashes spending by £24bn as West’s sanctions batter Russia
City banks defy Brussels to out-earn French rivals PM urged to back bid for factory at heart of Britain’s food supply FTSE 100 rises 1pc Matthew Lynn: Biden’s global tax plan is sinking rapidly — and good riddance Sign up here for our daily business briefing newsletter T he Kremlin is poised to cut future spending plans by £24bn as Western sanctions against Russia bite. Defence, technology and transport budgets are all set to be trimmed, according to Russian media. More than 1.6 trillion roubles, or £24bn, has been slashed from the Russian state budget over the next three years as Moscow braces for a two-year recession. Spending will be 557bn roubles (£8.2bn) lower in 2023 than previously approved plans, with similar cuts pencilled in for the following two years. The budget tweaks are minor compared to the size of Moscow’s overall budget but the figures are one of the first signs of the fiscal blow being dealt by the conflict in Ukraine. The 2023 … [Read more...] about Kremlin slashes spending by £24bn as West’s sanctions batter Russia