The long-awaited ruling by the top EU court on the 13-billion-euro tax case involving Apple and Ireland is finally here. The case dates back to 2016 when the European Commission accused Ireland of allowing Apple to avoid paying billions of euros in taxes. This legal battle has been one of the most bitter clashes between
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Methane emissions, a significant contributor to climate change, have been steadily increasing despite global efforts to reduce them. Recent research indicates that methane levels have risen at an unprecedented rate in the last five years, contradicting the goals set by the global methane pledge. This concerning trend poses a serious threat to the planet’s climate
Exoplanets, planets that exist outside of our solar system and orbit other stars, have been a subject of fascination for scientists for decades. These alien worlds come in a wide range of environmental conditions, from gas giants like Jupiter to rocky Earth-like planets. The discovery of exoplanets began in the 1990s and has since led
A recent study conducted by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and European University of Rome highlighted the negative effects of fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) on economic earnings in adulthood. The study emphasized the significant association between higher exposure to PM2.5 during infancy
In the realm of quantum physics, the study of chaotic systems consisting of many interacting particles presents a unique challenge. The complexity and chaotic nature of these systems often pose difficulties in their description. However, a research team led by Professor Monika Aidelsburger and Professor Immanuel Bloch from the LMU Faculty of Physics has recently
The Swedish electric car battery maker, Northvolt, recently announced that it would be cutting its workforce as it scales back operations to concentrate on its main gigafactory in Sweden. This decision comes as a response to the declining sales of electric cars in Europe and the region’s lagging behind China in battery production. The chief
In the realm of energy storage solutions, green hydrogen has emerged as a promising option for the future. The process of producing this climate-neutral gas involves electrolytic water splitting, where hydrogen molecules are generated at one electrode and oxygen molecules at the other. However, the efficiency of the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) is a critical
Have you ever been drifting off to sleep, only to be jerked awake by the sound of a bomb going off inside your head? If you have, then you have most likely experienced exploding head syndrome, a mysterious and poorly understood sleep disorder. Exploding head syndrome (EHS) belongs to a family of sleep disorders known
Boeing’s crew transport space capsule, the Starliner, recently made its return to Earth without its two-person crew, following a test flight to the International Space Station. This return marked the end of a challenging mission that resulted in two astronauts being stranded on the station for an extended period. Amidst this setback, questions arise about
In recent years, big tech companies have positioned themselves as saviors of the journalism industry, offering financial support and technical assistance to struggling newsrooms. Programs like the Google News Initiative have provided millions of dollars in grants to news organizations around the world, particularly in regions known as the Global South. This support has been
Apple’s highly anticipated unveiling of the iPhone 16 is not just another iteration of its iconic smartphone, but rather a significant shift towards embracing artificial intelligence. The event, set to take place at the Steve Jobs auditorium, marks a new chapter in Apple’s history as it delves deep into the realm of AI technology. With
The human papillomavirus (HPV) has long been associated with cervical cancer and is predominantly thought of as a sexually transmitted infection affecting women. However, recent research from Argentina has shed light on the impact of HPV on male fertility, revealing concerning correlations between high-risk strains of the virus and sperm quality. This article critically analyzes
Alzheimer’s disease remains a complex and mysterious condition with many unknowns, one of which is the potential connection between poor sleep and the progression of the disease. Recent research has shed light on this relationship and how it may impact the accumulation of toxic proteins in the brain. A groundbreaking study conducted in 2023 by
Paper cuts, those tiny but painful injuries that we have all experienced at some point in our lives, have always been somewhat of a mystery. The physics behind how a simple piece of paper can slice into human skin has perplexed many. Despite their commonality, there is still a lack of comprehensive understanding of why
The UK is currently facing a crisis in dental care accessibility, with many individuals struggling to obtain adequate dental treatment to maintain good oral health. NHS dentistry is on the decline, contributing to the rise of dental hygiene poverty. Budget cuts have resulted in the emergence of “dental deserts” across the country, where minimal or