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The Race to Replace Lithium-Ion Batteries Is Accelerating

Sodium, aluminum, zinc and iron-based batteries promise cheaper and potentially safer energy storage. Researchers at major universities and companies are making progress, but significant technical and manufacturing barriers remain.

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Ukraine Resumes Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries as US Tensions Rise

Ukrainian drones strike a major refinery in Russia’s Ryazan region after President Zelensky ends a three-day pause, citing continued Russian attacks and concerns over American military support.

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Istanbul Floods Close Schools as Heavy Rain Causes Traffic Chaos

Severe rainfall floods homes, businesses and major roads across Turkey’s largest city, prompting emergency rescues, a one-day school closure and restrictions on motorcycle travel.

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Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer, Recovering After Successful Surgery

The 71-year-old pontiff is walking and eating normally after doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. Further tests will determine whether additional cancer treatment is necessary.

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Judge Halts Tree Cutting at Historic D.C. Golf Course Until October 26

A federal judge has blocked further tree removal at East Potomac Golf Links after approximately 430 trees were cut down, intensifying a legal dispute over President Donald Trump's redevelopment plans.

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Trump Administration Seeks New Review of Revolution Wind Approval

The Interior Department wants a federal judge to reopen approval of the nearly completed offshore wind farm, raising concerns about a bipartisan deal to speed up energy projects.

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Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer After Successful Surgery in Rome

The Vatican confirms the 71-year-old pontiff underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. His recovery and further medical tests will help determine whether additional treatment is needed.

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Selma Blair Arrested After Delta Flight Incident, Faces Assault Charges

The Cruel Intentions actress was hospitalized after an alleged confrontation with flight attendants on a flight from Los Angeles to New York. Her representatives say she experienced a medical emergency.

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Hurricane Isaias Slams Florida Panhandle, Leaving Widespread Damage

Hurricane Isaias came ashore near Destin as a Category 2 hurricane, knocking out power, flooding coastal areas and beginning a long cleanup across northwest Florida.

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At Least 72 Gold Miners Reported Killed in Airstrike Near Sudan-Egypt Border

A Sudanese rights group has sharply raised the reported death toll from an attack on a remote gold-mining area. The group blames Egyptian forces, but responsibility and the full number of casualties remain unverified.

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Hurricane Simon Weakens to Category 3 as Flooding Hits Mexico’s Pacific Coast

The powerful hurricane remains just offshore, threatening Puerto Vallarta and surrounding communities with destructive winds, dangerous surf and rainfall totals that could reach 30 inches.

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Hurricane Simon Skirts Mexico as Category 4 Storm

Simon weakened from a 155 mph peak but remains dangerous, bringing hurricane-force winds, flooding rain, storm surge and destructive surf to Mexico’s Pacific coast.

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