Dozens of cholera cases reported in flood-hit Kenya
The United Nations voiced concern on Wednesday after dozens of cases of cholera were reported in flood-stricken Kenya. I believe that between government and national and international partners, we'll be able to contain it, the UN's resident coordinator in Kenya, Stephen Jackson, said in an interview with Citizen TV. We've contained cholera before, but it's a significant concern, he added.
Signal president defends messaging app against Musks allegations of known vulnerabilities
Meredith Whittake, the president of Signal responded to Musks tweet clarifying that there was no evidence of his claim and they follow responsible disclosure practices which notifies users about any issues found.
Nagaland: Two women held with 79 red-necked pigeons in Dimapur
Guwahati: The Wildlife Crime Control Unit of Dimapur division apprehended two women with a total of 79 red-necked pigeons during a routine market raid. The checking by the officials took place on Tuesday in Lengrijan Tuesday Bazar, Dimapur. The sleuths rescued 35 and 44 live Turkish pigeons respectively from the possession of Rohila Ronghangpi (42 [] The post Nagaland: Two women held with 79 red-necked pigeons in Dimapur appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Google Wallet introduced in India for non-payment services
Google has partnered with over 20 brands for the rollout of Wallet
Vietnam top coal miner says increasing sales to power plants
Vietnam top coal miner says increasing sales to power plants Vinacomin, Vietnam's largest coal miner, said it had significantly boosted sales to fuel domestic power plants at the same time as the country is ramping up its coal imports to try to avoid a repeat of last year's power shortages. The Southeast Asian country, a regional manufacturing hub heavily reliant on coal for power generation, has over the recent years faced pressure to maintain sufficient power supplies during heatwaves. Coal-fired power plants account for 37.5% of Vietnams total installed power generation capacity, but in recent weeks has been responsible for around 67% of total electricity output, according to data from state utility Electricity of Vietnam. The company's coal sales to power plants totalled 15.3 million metric tons in the January-April period, up 13.8% from a year earlier, the state-run miner, formally known as Vietnam National Coal Mineral Industries Holding Corp., said in a statement this week. Vinacomin said its monthly sales to power plants in May are expected to be a record 4.1 million tons, without giving comparative figures. The country, which hosts large manufacturing operations of multinational companies like Samsung Electronics, Foxconn, Intel and Canon, in March vowed there would not be electricity shortages this year. However, it has struggled to increase domestic coal production and has had to ramp up imports to feed coal-fired power plants. Coal imports in the first four months of this year rose 68% from a year earlier to 20 million tons, according to government data. Vietnam's total coal output in the first four months of this year fell 1.2% from a year earlier to 15.3 million tons, the data showed.
What high-temperature maps get wrong about heatwaves
The challenge of predicting heatwaves, or in fact any extremes, raises the question of how we should depict them for the people at large. The use of total temperature maps hide many details of what we need from forecasts to guide disaster management
The unseen effects of climate change on mental health
Research has found people with schizophrenia may be at greater risk of succumbing to heat-related deaths than those with kidney or heart disease
WAH! CSIR scientists say Wrinkles Achhe Hain to fight climate change
Basic building blocks of sperm whale language have been uncovered, scientists say
Scientists studying sperm whales have identified the basic elements of their communication system, potentially paving the way for better protection of the mammals.
Google launches Pixel 8a with Gemini Nano and Tensor G3 in India
Google has promised 7 years of OS and security updates for Pixel 8a
7 Best Clitoral Suction Toys (2024): Suction Vibrators, Air Pulse Toys, and More
The world of clitoral suction sex toys is getting bigger every day. Weve tested dozens, and these are our favorites.
Hackers can steal data by messing with a computer's processor
Software that has been blocked from connecting to the internet should be secure from hacking attempts, but now researchers have found a way to sneak data out by varying the speed of the computer's processor
Expert panels decides to implement cost effective measures to mitigate man animal conflicts
Assam: Massive erosion in Brahmaputra causes threat to Sisi-Tekeliphuta embankment
North Lakhimpur: Unabated erosion by the Brahmaputra River has caused devastating damages to the check bund in the Sisi-Tekeliphuta embankment in Maatmora in the Dhakuakhana sub-division of Lakhimpur district. The erosion, which has been continuing since the mid-April this year swept away geo-bags and geo-carpets of the erosion protection measures of the check bund at [] The post Assam: Massive erosion in Brahmaputra causes threat to Sisi-Tekeliphuta embankment appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Sunita Williams' Third Space Travel Scrubbed; NASA Announces New Date For Starliner Launch
Sunita Williams missed her third space travel as Boeing's Starliner launch was Scrubbed due to a faulty oxygen relief valve on the second stage of the United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket. Now NSASA has announced a new launch date
Lenovo launches Tab K11 aimed at business users in India
The Lenovo Tab K11 comes powered with the MediaTek Helio G88 with a 11-inch WUXGA display
Chinese mill blamed for turning Serbia village red with pollution
Locals in the area near the eastern Serbian city of Smederevo have been facing significant air pollution and thick red dust since the Chinese company HBIS acquired a steel mill eight years ago. Radinac has become known as ed village', because everything is permanently coated in a layer of red dust. Residents report a significant increase in cancer cases and highlight the presence of high levels of arsenic, chromium, and lead in the dust.
Brookfield Properties presents Earth Forward: ESG Dialogues podcast
Apple is expected to unveil its latest iPad on May 7
The company had earlier released its 10th generation iPad in October 2022.
How to temporarily disappear from WhatsApp without deleting it
Force-stopping WhatsApp prevents it from running in the background, effectively making you appear offline without disconnecting from Wi-Fi or turning off cellular data.
Boeing's Starliner Is Finally Ready to Launch a NASA Crew Into Space
Seven years behind schedule, on Monday Starliner will send two astronauts to space on a mission for NASA. The troubled company still has lots of catching up to do.
What is carbon farming? | Explained
What are some techniques within carbon farming which can reduce greenhouse gas emissions? What are the challenges in implementing such techniques, especially in developing countries such as India? What are some of the global initiatives?
How Schrdinger's cat could make quantum computers work better
A quantum bit inspired by Schrdingers cat can resist making errors for an unprecedentedly long time, which makes it a candidate for building less error-prone quantum computers
Environment ministry seeks report from Assam govt on forest land diversion in Geleky
Guwahati: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has sought a report from the Assam government regarding the alleged diversion of forest land in Sivasagar district along the Assam-Nagaland border. In a letter dated April 25, 2024, addressed to Assams Additional Chief Secretary (Forests), Suneet Bhardwaj, Assistant Inspector General of Forests at MoEF&CC, [] The post Environment ministry seeks report from Assam govt on forest land diversion in Geleky appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam authorities unlawfully cleared land for Silchar Greenfield airport: SC
GUWAHATI: The Supreme Court has set aside a National Green Tribunal (NGT) order that had previously dismissed a plea against the clearing of land for a proposed Greenfield Airport at Doolo Tea Estate in Cachar district of Assam. The bench, led by chief justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, highlighted that the clearing activities were [] The post Assam authorities unlawfully cleared land for Silchar Greenfield airport: SC appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
The One Thing Holding Back Heat Pumps
Its not the technology itself. Its that we dont yet have enough trained workers to install heat pumps for full-tilt decarbonization.
The US Is Cracking Down on Synthetic DNA
Synthetic DNA could be used to spark a pandemic. A move by President Biden aims to create new standards for the safety and security of mail-order genetic material.
Nervous about falling behind Republicans, Democrats are wrestling with how to use AI
The Biden campaign and top Democrats are wrestling with how best to use artificial intelligence, exposing the partys anxiety over falling behind Republicans in the race to deploy technology that could transform the future of elections
Chad's cotton farmers burned by climate change and false promises
Intense rains are a new threat. The United Nations says floods in 2022 destroyed more than 350,000 hectares (1,350 square miles) of crops and killed 20,000 livestock in the central African country
An Old Abstract Field of Math Is Unlocking the Deep Complexity of Spacecraft Orbits
Mathematicians think abstract tools from a field called symplectic geometry might help with planning missions to far-off moons and planets.
Mexico tourist train an environmental 'nightmare,' activists say
In a cave in Mexico's Riviera Maya, where nature has sculpted a subterranean landscape of stunning beauty, thick steel columns supporting a controversial new tourist railway intrude into a delicate ecosystem. - Clean-up promised - Despite Lopez Obrador's assurances, concrete has leaked out of the steel columns and contaminated the cenote water, according to environmentalists.
Assam: Massive erosion by Subansiri affects thousands of villagers in Lakhimpur
North Lakhimpur: Unabated bank erosion by the Subansiri River in the downstream areas of the Subansiri Lower Hydro Electrical Plant dam has affected thousands of villagers in the Lakhimpur district. The river bank erosion has been widespread in Na-Ali, Baligaon, Ghagarmukh, No. 1 Morton Chapori, Migamchuk, Na-Dhola, Ghuliagaon, Dafalakata, Tameragaon, Echarikata and Goalbari villages of [] The post Assam: Massive erosion by Subansiri affects thousands of villagers in Lakhimpur appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam: Distressed elephant denied medical attention; Forest dept inaction raises concerns
Dibrugarh: A female domesticated elephant named Manki in Kakopathar in upper Assams Tinsukia district, is reportedly in deep distress after sustaining a serious leg injury. Alarmingly, she has not received any medical attention from the authorities concerned. Sources alleged that the Assam Forest department has failed to take any steps to rescue Manki and provide [] The post Assam: Distressed elephant denied medical attention; Forest dept inaction raises concerns appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Here's how you can see the celestial event.
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Astronomers say it should be visible in both hemispheres. The Eta Aquarids occur every year in early May.
No One Knows How Far Bird Flu Has Spread
With little incentive for US farmers to test their cattle, and many undocumented laborers on dairy farms, the full scale of the outbreak is unclear.
China launches lunar probe to take samples from far side of the moon
China's advancing space exploration program has launched a new lunar probe to explore the far side of the moon. China has its own space station and conceptual plans for a moon base.
Researchers say an orangutan in Indonesia appeared to treat a wound with medicine from a plant. It's the latest example of an animal using natural remedies from the wild.
Assam govt faces allegations of defying Environment ministry and misleading NGT
Guwahati: The Assam government is facing accusations of defying an order from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) to halt construction of a new Commando Battalion headquarters on protected forest land in Hailakandi district. The Assam government also allegedly misled the National Green Tribunal (NGT) by stating it had stopped construction within [] The post Assam govt faces allegations of defying Environment ministry and misleading NGT appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Largest carbon credit programme poised for quality label
The world's largest carbon credit programme Verra took a step toward working under a new quality standard aimed at helping rebuild confidence in the scandal-hit offsets market. A Washington DC-based nonprofit organisation, Verra represents nearly 70 percent of the global voluntary carbon market, which is neither regulated by governments or a standard set of rules.
Assam: Two elephants detained in Manas National Park while en route to Ambanis Vantara
Guwahati: Two elephants, one adult female and one calf, were detained on Thursday by forest officials in lower Assams Barpeta Road. The elephants were being transported in an animal ambulance (GJ01TX7461) from Tripura to a facility called Vantara, located within Reliance Industries Jamnagar refinery complex in Gujarat. Vantara, an amalgam of theRadhe Krishna Temple Elephant [] The post Assam: Two elephants detained in Manas National Park while en route to Ambanis Vantara appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Politicians can use social media ads to buy votes for just 4
An analysis of the 2021 German federal elections has found that for every 200,000 times a politician's social media adverts were viewed, their vote share increased by 2.1 per cent - a potentially low-cost way of swinging elections
AI-driven race cars test limits of autonomous driverless technology
AI-driven race cars compete at the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi, a showcase of driverless autonomous technology and an advanced test bed for AI research
Assam: Orang National Park to remain closed from May 15
GUWAHATI: The Orang National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam will remain closed for visitors and tourists for the current tourism season, effective May 15. Authorities of the Orang National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam released a statement confirming the suspension of Jeep and elephant safaris during this period. The park closes its gates [] The post Assam: Orang National Park to remain closed from May 15 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
China Has a Controversial Plan for Brain-Computer Interfaces
China's brain-computer interface technology is catching up to the US. But it envisions a very different use case: cognitive enhancement.
Assam: Elephant, jeep safaris at Orang National Park to close for tourists from May 15
Guwahati: The Orang National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam will be closing its doors to jeep and elephant safaris for this tourist season. The closure will go into effect on May 15, 2024, and remain in place for the 2024-2025 tourist season until further notice. The announcement was made by the Divisional Forest Officer [] The post Assam: Elephant, jeep safaris at Orang National Park to close for tourists from May 15 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Australia places A$1 billion bet on quantum computing firm PsiQuantum
A joint investment by the Australian federal government and the government of Queensland makes PsiQuantum one of the largest dedicated quantum computing firms in the world
The Uncomfortable Truth About the UKs Climate Policies
Britains former climate adviser says the countrys future plans are weak, climate protests are no longer helpful, and working closely with Big Oil is a jarring necessity.
Assams border forests face disproportionate tree cover loss: Report
Guwahati: A recent report by Global Forest Watch (GFW) paints a concerning picture of tree cover loss in Assams border forests. While the state lost a total of 324,000 hectares of tree cover between 2001 and 2023, a significant chunk 50,009 hectares (12.23%) occurred specifically in reserved forests bordering neighboring states. The report [] The post Assams border forests face disproportionate tree cover loss: Report appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Image-generating AI creates uncanny optical illusions
Generative AI models designed to create images from text can be adapted to construct complex optical illusions - pictures that look like different things when viewed from far away or with motion blur
Schools closed, warnings issued as Asia swelters in extreme heatwave
South and Southeast Asia braced for more extreme heat on Sunday as authorities across the region issued health warnings and residents fled to parks and air-conditioned malls for relief. The hot weather persisted on Sunday, with many flocking to air-conditioned shopping malls and swimming pools for relief.
Over 500 persons relocated to safer places amid land sinking in J&K's Ramban
Over 500 individuals have been moved to safety as 58 homes were obliterated by land subsidence in Ramban district, Jammu and Kashmir. Officials confirm ongoing damage evaluation in Pernote village over the last three days. This aims for swift compensation disbursement to impacted families under State Disaster Response Force guidelines.
1 in 3 Americans Live in Areas With Dangerous Air Pollution
Climate change is increasing the number of days people are exposed to hazardous pollution, affecting already disadvantaged communities the most.
Climate change could become main driver of biodiversity decline by mid-century: Study
Climate change threatens biodiversity decline globally by mid-century, as land-use and climate changes lead to 2-11% biodiversity loss. Conservation, restoration, and natural solutions are crucial for safeguarding ecosystems.
Zoo-bred corals join Europe's largest reef, offering conservation hope to scientists
The Burgers' Zoo in the Netherlands recently welcomed a pair of self-bred corals from the World Coral Conservatory project into Europe's largest coral reef.
Massachusetts-based marine scientists attach camera to great white for intriguing 'shark's-eye view'
Massachusetts-based scientists tagged a great white shark off South Carolina's coast and attached a camera to it which will fall off after about a day.
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency did not anticipate its moon lander, SLIM, to survive 1 weekslong lunar night on the moon and it has now lasted 3 after reaching the moon's surface on Jan. 20.
Deep-sea discovery: Ancient coral may have been the first glow-in-the-dark creatures, study finds
A new study has suggested that the earliest known bioluminescent organism was a type of coral dwelling in the depths of the ocean about half a billion years ago.
Doctors Combined a Heart Pump and Pig Kidney Transplant in Breakthrough Surgery
In the first procedure of its kind, a 54-year-old New Jersey woman received a genetically engineered pig kidney and thymus after getting a heart pump.
Construction of commando camp in forest land halted: Assam govt tells NGT
GUWAHATI: The Assam government has informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT) that it has ceased the construction of a commando camp spanning 44 hectares within a protected forest area, following a warning from the union environment ministry issued last month. According to an inspection report by the union ministry of environment, forest, and climate change, [] The post Construction of commando camp in forest land halted: Assam govt tells NGT appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam: Ex-PCCF MK Yadava lied about forest land diversion, Environment ministry probe reveals
Guwahati: A counter-affidavit filed by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) before the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has exposed former PCCF MK Yadavas attempt to mislead the court regarding the diversion of 44 hectares of protected forest land in Assams Hailakandi district for non-forestry activities. Ex-PCCF Tried to Mask Large-Scale Construction Project [] The post Assam: Ex-PCCF MK Yadava lied about forest land diversion, Environment ministry probe reveals appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Ships smuggling Russian oil spotted in satellite images by AI
AI can analyse satellite images to reveal the movements of dark ships in a shadow fleet that smuggles oil and other cargo from sanctioned countries such as Russia, Iran, Venezuela and North Korea
US implements new color-coded system to warn Americans about heat danger
A new color-coded heat warning system was introduced by the National Weather Service and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Earth Day, officials say.
