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Government corruption a top issue for US midterm voters, exclusive poll finds
Government corruption has emerged as the second-most important issue in midterm elections, with nearly nine in ten Americans saying officials prioritize personal financial gain over public interest, according to a Harris poll.
Licensing costs driving 90 percent of VMware users to explore options: Survey
A survey shows 90 percent of VMware users are exploring alternatives, primarily due to licensing cost increases following Broadcom’s acquisition, with organizations seeking to reduce vendor dependency and multi-vendor strategies.
NASA reveals 16 stunning galaxies hiding cosmic chaos
NASA released 16 images from multiple telescopes revealing diverse galaxies shaped by star formation, black holes, and collisions, offering insights into cosmic evolution and the Milky Way’s future.
Scientists discover a bizarre Jurassic “squid” unlike anything ever seen
Scientists identified an unusually thick belemnite fossil from Wyoming dated to approximately 160 million years ago, representing a new species unlike any previously discovered squid relative.
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Jacob Chase Talks Personalizing ‘Insidious: Out of the Further’ and That Time He Made Ben Affleck’s Batman Cackle
Jacob Chase directs Insidious: Out of the Further, a soft reboot of the horror franchise that grossed $60 million globally in its opening weekend while exploring themes from his own life.
‘Risking blackouts’? How Great Britain’s grid operator was dragged into a political row
Great Britain’s grid operator faced political scrutiny after whistleblowers alleged senior managers covered up strain on the power system during severe summer heatwaves in late June, with accusations of forgoing normal record-keeping and prioritizing reputation over grid stability.
Thom Yorke, Romy and Brian Eno among 200 musicians urging PM to reject new North Sea drilling
Over 200 musicians including Thom Yorke and Brian Eno have urged the UK prime minister to reject plans for new North Sea oil drilling, citing climate concerns.
Asahi Kasei Develops Novel Lithium Pre-doping Technology to Raise Energy Density and Lower Cost of Silicon-rich Lithium-ion Batteries
Asahi Kasei has developed a pre-doping technology using lithium carbonate to enhance energy density and reduce costs in silicon-based lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and robotics applications.
California Solar Power Bills Move Forward to Support Balcony Solar, Community Solar, and VPPs
California legislators advance multiple solar bills addressing balcony solar, community solar, virtual power plants, and smart meters to diversify renewable energy installations statewide.
TVA Approves Gas-Powered Data Center Plan
The Tennessee Valley Authority approved its 2026 Integrated Resource Plan, which prioritizes gas-powered infrastructure to support artificial intelligence data centers rather than expanding renewable energy capacity.
Princeton Critical Minerals Raises $16M to Scale Lithium Production Technologies
Princeton Critical Minerals, a Princeton University spinout, secured $16 million in funding to expand its brine-based lithium production technology across the U.S. and South America.
Poland Created Hydrogen Bus Demand. Polenergia Still Walked Away From Supply.
Poland subsidized hydrogen buses and infrastructure to build demand, but energy company Polenergia abandoned a major supply project in January 2025 despite having permits, equipment, and a municipal customer.
Iran Blacklists 45 Tankers as Hormuz Standoff Escalates
Iran has blacklisted 45 tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz and threatened fines and cargo confiscation, escalating tensions as the U.S. prepares new economic measures against Tehran.
Households in Great Britain ‘could owe energy suppliers £7bn by end of year’
Domestic energy debt in Great Britain could reach £7bn by year-end, up from £6bn in June, as households face a 4% price cap increase for winter months.
The 60 Day Peace Window Closed, and Trump’s Iran Strategy May Shift Dramatically
The 60-day diplomatic window between the U.S. and Iran ended in mid-August, leading the Trump administration to shift toward military enforcement and economic isolation, while Iran declared the negotiations dead and characterized U.S. actions as a declaration of war.
Norway Warns Oil and Gas Output Could Collapse After 2030
Norway’s oil and gas output risks steep decline after 2030 despite current production highs, as the industry discovers resources slower than it extracts them, according to the Norwegian Offshore Directorate.