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Verdant Solar Among Five Malaysian Momentum Stocks
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Renewable-energy stocks featured include battery-storage supplier Guangzhou Great Power Energy and Technology and solar-project companies such as Solarvest and Canadian Solar, which span equipment, development and power operations. Verdant Solar is showing rising trading momentum, though a break below its stated support level could signal renewed weakness.
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Beans fuel quick meals and rising Maine wellness trend via ham soup
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— Sep 21, 2026
Across these pieces, beans are celebrated as inexpensive, protein-rich staples that power quick weeknight meals—from versatile canned black bean dishes and hearty soups to beans on toast or jacket potatoes—and as a rising cultural and wellness phenomenon in Maine. Included are practical, one-pot or slow-cooker recipes and tips for using leftovers such as ham to make comforting, budget-friendly soups.
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Marcus Bell
Beans on toast with a side of ham soup is my go-to weeknight dinner, and it never gets old.
Iran War Spurs Clean Energy Despite Rising Emissions
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— Sep 17, 2026
Fossil fuel importers paid $330 billion more than prewar expectations after the Iran war, the largest sustained shock since 1990; prior clean power saved $36 billion in five months.
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Chris Dalton
It's promising that over 30 countries are backing clean energy now, but falling investments and rising emissions show the shift is still too slow.
NFL Power Rankings, Week 1: Cowboys rising after defensive makeover; Bears drop out of top 10
Sports
— Sep 8, 2026
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Senate Passes College Sports Bill As It Punts On Tackling AI, National Debt And Flock Before Midterms
Nicole Silverio · 7 min · 8h
Migrants in Eastern Germany Report Rising Hostility Amid AfD Gains
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— Sep 18, 2026
As Germany's eastern state elections loom, Chancellor Merz convenes a CDU crisis meeting amid AfD gains and internal party strains, underscoring a fragile stability dynamic in Berlin and regional power battles. In Rostock and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, migrants recount rising anti-foreigner hostility as AfD momentum concentrates support in the east, while a YouGov-dpa survey shows a broad share of Germans understand migrants' security concerns, though views diverge by political affiliation.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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IMF: AI Could Raise Europe’s Productivity, Deepen Strains
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— Sep 19, 2026
IMF studies and remarks warn that AI could raise EU productivity by about 1% over five years, but benefits would be uneven and could strain power grids and raise dependence on foreign technology unless Europe deepens economic integration and invests in energy, infrastructure, and skills. At the global level, the IMF cautions that inflation remains stubborn, debt service costs rise, and AI financing concentrated in the United States could pose systemic risks, even as growth around 3% would be a notable achievement.
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Bangladesh factories cancel orders as Gulf LNG supplies tighten
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— Sep 17, 2026
The Gulf crisis is triggering severe energy shortages in Bangladesh and Pakistan, with LNG and oil supply disruptions driving blackouts, higher fuel costs, and rising production costs for industries like garments in Bangladesh. Governments are resorting to subsidies and spot-market purchases to cope, while households face intermittent gas, long cooking waits, and power outages as regional energy markets feel the strain.
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Gambia Requires Permits After Power-Cut Unrest
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— Sep 11, 2026
Gambia's police chief Seedy Mukhtar Touray announced that protests will require an approved permit, following nights of unrest with tear gas, vandalism, and detainee releases tied to power outages. The protests reflect chronic electricity shortages under President Adama Barrow ahead of elections, as NAWEC cites rising demand and the government pledges new generators and a 50‑megawatt solar plant, amid critics' concerns over import dependence.
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Asset Owners Double AI Environmental Risk View in Year
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— Sep 15, 2026
Growing concerns about AI's environmental footprint are rising among asset owners and the public, with surveys showing worries about data-center energy use, electricity costs, and climate impacts as AI expands. Meanwhile, new research explores using generative AI to forecast air pollution more efficiently, and debates over data centers include pollution from power plants and calls for policies on grid upgrades and clean energy.
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BINI Thanks Auckland Fans, Announces Singapore Concert Date on World Tour
Filipino girl group BINI posted a thank-you for Auckland fans on their Signals World Tour 2026 and announced the October 25 Singapore show. Reactions are overwhelmingly positive among Blooms and PPOP fans with hype for the tour visuals and dates; no backlash or opposing views appear.
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US Embassy in Havana warns of rising illnesses amid water, power crisis
x/cuban
— Sep 4, 2026
The U.S. embassy in Havana has issued a health alert reporting a rise in diarrheal and gastrointestinal illnesses across Cuba linked to deteriorating water and electricity infrastructure, a situation intensified by the Trump administration’s fuel blockade. UN-appointed human rights experts have called the sanctions a humanitarian crisis and urged vigilance, with officials advising residents and travelers to avoid improperly stored or perishable foods.
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Tom Gallagher
Blocking fuel supplies and then acting surprised that water treatment and power fail is a predictable outcome, not an accident.
Muslim Americans Confront 25-Year 9/11 Legacy
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— Sep 9, 2026
As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, stories from Muslim Americans trace a arc from enduring Islamophobia and surveillance to rising civic engagement and political representation, while reflecting on how the trauma of that day reshaped American life. Analysts warn against equating Islam with extremism and examine how media narratives and power structures have influenced perceptions and responses to the attacks and their aftermath.
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Physical Books vs E-Readers
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Paper's soul versus the paperless suitcase.
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Rising Treasury Yields Deepen U.S. Fiscal Strain
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— Sep 3, 2026
The U.S. faces worsening fiscal fragility as rising 10-year yields push borrowing costs higher and debt service grows, underscoring the political challenge of cutting deficits. In India and East Africa, major infrastructure and resource projects advance with Tata Power's new transmission corridor, Hindustan Zinc securing a rare-earths lease, and Navi Mumbai International Airport hitting passenger milestones, while Kenya orders Tata Chemicals to halt operations.
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House Republicans Advance Bill Requiring Data Centers to Cover Grid Costs
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— Sep 9, 2026
House Republicans plan to bring the bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act to the House floor next week, aiming to require regulators to ensure data centers share some costs of new power generation to curb rising household electricity bills amid growing data-center demand. Separately, state regulators and lawmakers are taking steps and public messaging— Pennsylvania’s PUC reviewing load-control and cost allocation, a Virginia congressman promoting a national data-center plan, and even Trump voicing support— highlighting bipartisan concerns about reliability and who pays for the AI power boom.
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Chinese Electric Bike Imports Across Africa Rise 60%
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— Sep 10, 2026
Africa’s shift to renewables and electric mobility is increasingly powered by Chinese equipment, with South Africa importing the majority of its solar, battery, and wind gear and North Africa driving a surge in Chinese electric scooters and mopeds. The continent shows a clear divide: consumer-focused North Africa leads in fully built EV imports, while East and West Africa emphasize commercial use, local assembly, and battery-swapping networks to support ride-hailing and delivery services.
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Nabeel Qureshi Questions Islam
Medical student debates Christianity with friend.
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Argan Revenue Up 61.5% to $384M
Business
— Aug 31, 2026
Argan posted record Q2 revenue, gross margin, net income and adjusted EBITDA, with progress across its Power, Industrial and Teledata segments and a decline in project backlog. Across the other reports, Arbonia saw 2.3% organic revenue growth in H1 2026 with ERP-related EBITDA impact, AROBS delivered 36% revenue growth and a doubling of net profit in H1, Argo Gold turned to a net profit in the first half, and Argo Corporation posted a sharp rise in Q2 sales with a swing to net income for the six months.
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Would you get phished?
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Fifteen workplace scam scenarios. Most people are more confident than correct — the rank says which one you are.
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DAVID BLACKMON: AI Needs Natural Gas To Survive
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— Apr 10, 2025
As recent studies project a big rise in power generation demand from the big datacenters that are proliferating around the United States, the big question continues to focus in on what forms of generation will rise to…
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Tesla Signs Major Solar Deals Amid Surging AI Power Demand
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— Jul 29, 2026
Tesla signs solar deals in Texas and Arizona to secure power as AI expansion drives soaring electricity demand nationwide as energy needs keep rising.
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Rising Electric Bills Surge into Midterm Politics as Voters Demand Relief
Reporting
— Nov 10, 2025
Voter frustration over rising electricity costs is emerging as a major issue heading into next year’s midterm elections, especially in communities facing sharp rate hikes or disputes over who should pay to power…
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EXCLUSIVE: Trump Admin Unshackling Permitting Constraints To Unleash American ‘Energy Dominance’
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— Sep 9, 2025
The Trump administration on Tuesday released new guidance on pre construction permitting, citing the need for new power generation as American energy demand accelerates with the rise of power-hungry artificial…
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Ebola Explodes In Africa Much Faster Than Infamous 2010s Outbreak
Elizabeth Bandelin · 4 min · 11h
Sorbo’s “Rise of the Antichrist” Movie Modernizes “Left Behind” Story, Showing Govt’s New Power to Control
Opinion
— Jan 28, 2023
Kevin Sorbo — who directed and stars in the latest offering from the “Left Behind” series — has brought a gritty, modern-day feel to the film that audiences are sure to appreciate. “ Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist…
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Former Google CEO Says Company’s Climate Targets ‘Will Be Swamped’ By Power-Hungry AI
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— Oct 9, 2024
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt suggested last week that the company’s climate targets are essentially hopeless in light of the rise of power-intensive artificial intelligence (AI) technology, Axios reported. Schmidt…
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Data Center Boom Sparks Battle Over Power Costs, New Regulations
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— Jul 31, 2026
California's growing network of data centers is drawing increased scrutiny from lawmakers and local communities as concerns mount over rising electricity costs.
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DAVID BLACKMON: Norway Provides An Object Lesson On How Not To Make Energy Policy
x/norwegian
— Dec 14, 2024
“It’s an absolutely sh*t situation.” That is the assessment of Norway’s energy minister, Terje Aasland, about his country’s electricity costs rising to record levels due to its exports of power to the United Kingdom…
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Trump Says US Schools Must Reopen in Fall Amid Pandemic
Reporting
— Jul 6, 2020
President Donald Trump said on Monday that U.S. schools must open in the fall – a decision over which he has limited power – as governors struggle with a nationwide rise in coronavirus infections and states reverse and…
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Man United Fan Account Jokes About Praying Harder for Luke Shaw vs. Michael Olise Than for Himself
Manchester United fan @UTDTrey posted a humorous tweet expressing exaggerated concern for defender Luke Shaw facing winger Michael Olise, saying he prays more for Shaw than for his own well-being. The post is trending due to its relatable football banter style and high engagement.
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