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New Study Links Smartphones at Age 12 to Depression, Obesity and Insufficient Sleep
Gareth Whitcombe
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As understanding grows of how smartphones shape childhood, a new study of young people approaching adolescence offers further unsettling evidence....
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Fan trick to make your home feel cooler without using more energy
Gareth Whitcombe
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On the hottest days, many people assume that simply switching on a fan will bring relief from the heat. However,...
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Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless review: a premium keyboard with virtual Stream Deck
Gareth Whitcombe
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Does adding a display and a virtual Stream Deck alter the way you use a keyboard? To find out, we...
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Allego launches an app with 1 million charging points and no commission
Gareth Whitcombe
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Allego, a European pioneer in ultra-rapid charging with a network of 350 stations in France, has launched its mobile app....
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Bosch at CES 2024: hydrogen as the future of mobility
Gareth Whitcombe
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Bosch stated this last summer and is reiterating the message at CES 2024: “we see hydrogen as a cornerstone of...
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Cambridge Research Explains When 4K and 8K TVs Stop Looking Sharper
Gareth Whitcombe
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Your sofa, your eyesight and your everyday viewing routine may tell a quieter, rather different story. New research from Cambridge...
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Remote work’s quiet deal is breaking
Gareth Whitcombe
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The Slack indicator remains green. A cursor flashes in a blank Google Doc. On Zoom, a young marketing manager in...
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What time should you run your washing machine to save on electricity?
Gareth Whitcombe
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Want to make a substantial saving on your electricity bill by managing how you use your washing machine more carefully?...
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Withings Nutrio U-Scan review: our one-month test
Gareth Whitcombe
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Withings, the French brand, has recently added a urine analyser to its range. We put it through its paces for...
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France Orders TRUSTCOMS Anti-Drone Systems After Low-Flying Drone Alerts
Gareth Whitcombe
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In the past few weeks, unidentified small aircraft have been seen above several of France’s most sensitive sites, including nuclear...
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New Concrete Binder Turns Captured Carbon Dioxide into Stable Minerals
Gareth Whitcombe
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Researchers have shown that an innovative concrete binder can convert captured carbon dioxide into durable minerals without sacrificing the strength...
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10 Perfect Fall Starters You’ll Actually Cook on a Wednesday
Gareth Whitcombe
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You come in through the front door with chilled cheeks, arms loaded with shopping and a head full of deadlines,...
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Salt and Ice Trick: Can a Fan Cool Your Home?
Gareth Whitcombe
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On days of intense heat, straightforward ways to make the home more comfortable often attract attention. One of the most...
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Ajinomoto ABF: Japan’s Hidden Bottleneck in Nvidia AI Chips
Gareth Whitcombe
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On a grey morning in Tokyo, in an area more associated with office workers than semiconductors, employees in white coats...
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How British Tradition Restores Antique Wood Furniture
Gareth Whitcombe
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Caring for treasured household pieces calls for patience and effective methods to restore their lost lustre. Using centuries-old European solutions...
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Estarreja high-speed line destroys 17 homes and forces two businesses to relocate
Gareth Whitcombe
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Construction of the high-speed line will demolish 17 homes and force two businesses to relocate in Estarreja. Compulsory purchases are...
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How to Use a Fan with Ice to Cool Down at Home
Gareth Whitcombe
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When temperatures rise and air conditioning is not available, a well-known home trick may make a room feel more comfortable....
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How Common Magnets Could Recover Rare Earth Elements from Wastewater
Gareth Whitcombe
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Common solid magnets made from iron-based alloys may concentrate rare earth elements in underwater settings, allowing them to build up...
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Best alternatives to an awning for terraces and balconies
Gareth Whitcombe
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With the arrival of hotter weather, many people start to reconsider how they protect their outdoor spaces. Terraces and balconies...
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Cultural Movement of the Land of Miranda opposes Engie Avelanoso wind farm
Gareth Whitcombe
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The Cultural Movement of the Land of Miranda opposes the wind farm proposed under the hybridisation project for the Picote...
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Ceiling fan: why it is not the poor person’s air conditioner
Gareth Whitcombe
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Long dismissed as “the poor person’s air conditioner”, the ceiling fan, also known as an air circulator, actually offers a...
