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American startup raises $180 million to drill rock over 5km deep to build world’s first superhot geothermal plant at 500 °C
Quaise Energy has successfully raised $180 million for its groundbreaking superhot geothermal plant initiative. Utilizing cutting-edge microwave technology, the project vaporizes rock instead of using conventional drill bits. Collaboration with Nabors Industries will provide essential drilling expertise and equipment. The Obsidian Project, located in Oregon, is set to generate 50 MW by 2030, paving the…
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A Colombian man struggling to build his own home created Lego-like bricks from recycled plastic
A Colombian architect helped develop Lego-like building blocks made from recycled plastic and rubber to create temporary and permanent homes. The system was used to build shelters for 42 displaced families in Guapi in 2015. Four people could assemble a 40-square-metre house in five days, without using glue, cement or water.
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A 55-year-old Missouri official reached the 13,804-foot summit of Wyoming’s highest mountain
In a remarkable tale of survival, a Missouri deputy attorney general was found alive after an arduous five-day ordeal on Gannett Peak. Despite achieving his goal of reaching the summit, he faced severe dehydration and confusion near Scott Lake. Fortunately, search teams successfully located him amidst the challenging terrain, and he is now in recovery,…
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A Milwaukee landlord found a peculiar print hanging in a vacant apartment; it turned out to be an original Picasso
The mysterious disappearance of a Picasso etching since 2018 has come to a surprising conclusion with its rediscovery in a landlord’s apartment. With an estimated worth of $35,000 to $50,000, the piece drew attention when the landlord recognized the signature. After an antique dealer confirmed its validity, the police praised the landlord’s integrity in returning…
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FBI lowers hiring bar: Getting services from prostitutes, stealing from employer, bestiality not automatic deal-breakers
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An entrepreneur began melting discarded plastic; within three years his startup had built…
In a remarkable daily effort, workers in Mexico convert plastic waste into robust building panels, driving change for impoverished families. Spearheaded by the social enterprise EcoDom, this eco-friendly solution tackles pressing issues of pollution and inadequate housing. Informal waste collectors benefit significantly from improved purchasing deals, and this sustainable model aims to reach broader audiences…
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Unfinished for nearly 30 years, Hollywood Video’s founder’s Oregon mansion is up for $4.7 million
A nearly 52,000-square-foot mansion in West Linn, Oregon, has remained unfinished for almost 30 years and is now listed for $4.7 million. Hollywood Video founder Mark Wattles bought the 32-acre property for $1.25 million in 1994 and spent about $12 million on the project. Two later owners also had plans for the estate, but the…
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UK’s Tulshi Patel traces mother and aunt’s last location in Nepal through TikTok video: ‘Waiting to see a tick in WhatsApp messages’
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In 2020, four engineers started Moment Energy in a British Columbia garage; 6 years later…
Moment Energy has launched its most extensive second-life battery manufacturing plant, transforming used electric vehicle batteries into essential energy storage systems. This innovative facility aims to deliver backup power for various crucial facilities across North America. The company has successfully obtained considerable funding and safety certifications, while also planning to broaden its manufacturing operations into…
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Private landowner protects 145 acres beside Zion from future development