Quantum batteries proposed to power next-generation quantum computers

Researchers from Australia and Japan have unveiled a theoretical framework for quantum batteries designed to energize quantum computers, promising faster performance, superior energy efficiency, and simplified development. Detailed in a study published January 28 in Physical Review X, the concept could quadruple the qubit capacity in current......

India considers social media restrictions for minors amid rising online risks

Indian authorities are exploring regulations that would restrict access to social media for minors, citing growing concerns over compulsive usage and exposure to harmful content. The proposal was included in a government document presented to the federal Parliament in New Delhi, ahead of the upcoming budget legislation. Officials in Andhra......

Goa considers restricting social media access for children

India’s leading tourist destination, the state of Goa, is examining the possibility of restricting or banning access to social media platforms for children, following rising concerns about mental health and online safety. The proposal is inspired by measures adopted in other countries, notably Australia, where authorities have moved......

Thousands ordered to evacuate as wildfire risk rises in Australia

Thousands of residents in southeastern Australia have been ordered to evacuate as authorities warn of an increased risk of wildfires fueled by an intense and prolonged heatwave. The situation is particularly critical in rural areas, where extreme temperatures and strong winds are creating dangerous conditions. A fast-moving bushfire in the......

French lawmakers vote to ban social media for children under 15

French lawmakers have approved a bill banning access to social media platforms for children under the age of 15, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to protect young people online. The measure, adopted overnight by a large majority, is strongly supported by the government and President Emmanuel Macron, who described the......

Global backlash after Trump’s Afghanistan comments

Donald Trump’s recent remarks questioning the role of NATO allies in Afghanistan have sparked widespread criticism from countries across Europe and as far as Australia. The U.S. president had claimed in a Fox News interview that allied forces “stayed a bit away from the front lines” and suggested that the United States “never......

Oxford engineers introduce quantum behavior in proteins for the first time

Researchers at the University of Oxford have achieved a groundbreaking feat by engineering quantum mechanical behavior directly into proteins, ushering in a new era of biomolecules responsive to magnetic fields and radio waves. Published in Nature, this innovation shifts quantum effects from mere observation in nature to deliberate design......

Wadephul calls European Parliament vote on Mercosur deal a serious political error

Germany’s Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has strongly criticized the European Parliament’s decision to request a legal review of the EU–Mercosur trade agreement, describing the move as a serious political misstep that could undermine the European Union’s credibility in global trade. Speaking to Deutschlandfunk radio,......

Three killed in Australia shooting in new South Wales

At least three people were killed in a shooting incident in New South Wales, Australia, on Thursday, authorities reported. Police said the incident took place on Walker Street, near Yelkin Street in the Lake Cargelligo area. Among the victims were two women and one man. Another man was taken to a hospital in serious but stable condition. Authorities......

Australia observes national day of mourning for Bondi Beach shooting victims

Australia observed a national day of mourning on Thursday to honor the victims of a deadly shooting that took place during a Jewish cultural festival at Bondi Beach. Candlelight vigils and a minute of silence were held across the country to commemorate the 15 people who lost their lives in the attack. Flags were flown at half-mast nationwide,......

Teenager critically injured in shark attack in Sydney Harbor

A teenage boy was left in critical condition after being attacked by a shark while swimming in Sydney Harbor on Sunday, according to authorities in New South Wales. The incident occurred in the late afternoon near Shark Beach, in the eastern Sydney suburb of Vaucluse. The boy, believed to be around 13 years old, suffered severe injuries to......

Number of airports reflects a country’s geography and connectivity needs

The total number of airports in a country is not just a statistic—it often mirrors the geographical size, population distribution, and the way cities and remote regions are connected. Countries with large territories tend to rely on air transport as a necessity rather than a luxury. In the Arab world, Algeria leads with 95 airports,......

Flash floods sweep cars into the sea in southeastern Australia

Severe flash flooding struck southeastern Australia on Thursday, inundating large areas and carrying multiple cars into the sea, according to local media reports. Victoria state was particularly affected as heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding across several regions. Authorities urged residents near Wye River, Kennett River, Cumberland......

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