55 h. ago Rad Power Bikes reaches deal to sell itself for $13.2 million

A company called Life Electric Vehicle Holdings has emerged as the top bidder for Rad Power's assets. It's not clear what the company plans to do with them, though.

Economics

56 h. ago Hundreds of thousands without power in the U.S. after a powerful winter storm

A powerful winter storm walloped a huge swath of the U.S., killing at least 18 people. Electricity is out for hundreds of thousands, and freezing rain and snow have coated streets.

Events

56 h. ago Ukrainians are sharing hacks online on how to survive winter power cuts

After repeated Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy grid, Ukrainians face long outages during a cold winter at war. On social media, Ukrainians share tips for keeping warm at home.

Events

57 h. ago TikTok attributes recent glitches to a power outage at a U.S. data center

The timing of these outages lines up with the long-awaited creation of a separate U.S. TikTok entity last week.

Politics

60 h. ago Battleground GOP lawmaker moves to block what he calls Democratic redistricting 'power grab'

Republican Rep. Mike Lawler introduced the "FAIR MAP Act" to end partisan redistricting wars and ban most mid-decade congressional map changes nationwide.

Politics

60 h. ago Coinbase power play sparks crypto rift as key bill gets delayed

It was a rare White House rebuke to the crypto industry: Don't take your newfound political muscle in Washington for granted. A week after Coinbase Global Inc. Chief Executive Officer Brian Armstrong helped stall sweeping cryptocurrency legislation in the Senate, White House crypto adviser Patrick Witt took to X to express his displeasure with Armstrong's assertion that no bill is better than a bad one.

Politics

3 d. ago Power outages and canceled flights as winter storm brings snow, sleet and ice

Reporters from across the NPR Network are covering the storm in each state — the impact and how officials are responding.

Events

3 d. ago Snow, Sleet, Ice and Power Down as Monster Winter Storm Smashes 180M+ Americans

A monster winter storm started smashing vast areas of the U.S. early Sunday morning delivering snow, ice, sleet and power outages to millions. The post Snow, Sleet, Ice and Power Down as Monster Winter Storm Smashes 180M+ Americans appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

4 d. ago Why the Power May Not Go Out Until After the Storm Has Passed

The steady accumulation of snow and freezing rain and a rise in demand for electricity can cause problems long after the sky clears, energy experts said.

Events

5 d. ago Shapeshifting materials could power next generation of soft robots

McGill University engineers have developed new ultra-thin materials that can be programmed to move, fold and reshape themselves, much like animated origami. They open the door to softer, safer and more adaptable robots that could be used in medical tools that gently move inside the body, wearable devices that change shape on the skin or smart packaging that reacts to its environment.

Politics

5 d. ago Vietnam leader To Lam consolidates power as country targets 10% growth

Lam, 68, pledged to accelerate economic growth and was reappointed unanimously by the 180-member Central Committee at the conclusion of the National Party Congress.

Events

5 d. ago How President Trump has challenged a constitutional foundation

In his first year back in the White House, President Trump has presided over a sweeping expansion of executive power while eroding democratic norms.

Politics

5 d. ago Trump pushes his power to new heights with help from loyal lieutenants

As President Trump finishes the first year of his second term, it is clear there are fewer guardrails than last time.

Politics

5 d. ago States prepare for potential widespread power outages as winter storm approaches

Heavy snow and ice is expected to affect a large portion of the South and Northeast this weekend. In North Carolina, officials are preparing for icy roads and potential power outages.

Events

6 d. ago Struggling fusion power company General Fusion to go public via $1B reverse merger

General Fusion's merger with an acquisition company will net the company over $300 million. Just last year, the company ran into trouble raising money from other investors.

Politics

7 d. ago At Mount Angel Abbey, brewing beer requires hops and a lot of prayers

At Mount Angel Abbey in Oregon, one of the last monastic breweries in the country, brewing beer is a sacred art.

Politics

8 d. ago Lamenting Beacon Hill’s power over cities, Wu responds to rejection of her tax plan

"This is not just Boston, this is a frustration that I know and hear from communities everywhere," Mayor Michelle Wu said. The post Lamenting Beacon Hill’s power over cities, Wu responds to rejection of her tax plan appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

8 d. ago Russia Batters Ukraine's Power Grid With Hundreds of Drones Amid US

Russia bombarded Ukraine with more than 300 drones and ballistic and cruise missiles in its latest nighttime attack on the Ukrainian power grid, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday, as Moscow gives no public sign that it's willing to end the invasion of its neighbor anytime soon. The post Russia Batters Ukraine’s Power Grid With Hundreds of Drones Amid US-Led Peace Talks appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

9 d. ago From chess moves to clean energy: A creative path to affordable power for developing nations

The global push for clean energy often highlights high-tech solutions in wealthy countries. But a team at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is proving that simple, clever ideas—inspired by chess, secondhand batteries, and fair play in markets—can help developing nations cut emissions and keep the lights on.

Politics

1 week ago Scientists uncover new quantum state that could power future technologies

Scientists have discovered a new quantum state of matter that connects two significant areas of physics, potentially leading to advancements in computing, sensing and materials science.

Science