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Holiday Heat Reduction Program aims to save energy during winter break

At the conclusion of the fall semester, Penn State will once again institute a Holiday Heat Reduction Program at University Park, aimed at lowering building temperatures during the holiday break. This annual energy savings initiative saves the University energy costs and has proven to be an important factor in helping the University pursue its energy conservation and greenhouse gas reduction goals.




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Perreault Fellow gains election experience through internship in Dublin, Ireland

College of the Liberal Arts and Bellisario College of Communications student Teagan Mayr spent eight weeks as a research and communications intern through the Perreault Fellows Program, a competitive global leadership and internship program at Penn State.




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Liberal Arts student builds skills as ROTC cadet and entrepreneur

Criminology student David Hayes has excelled as an ROTC cadet and emerging entrepreneur since arriving at Penn State, using the leadership skills gained in ROTC alongside the knowledge from his liberal arts courses to drive his success.




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Penn State undergraduate Nate Carey named Marshall Scholarship finalist

Penn State student Nate Carey, of Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, has been nominated as a finalist for the 2025 Marshall Scholarship. 




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News24 Business | Telkom wins order to raid company it says used stolen data to 'poach' clients

A source says over 1 300 customers have been lured away using data allegedly harvested by a franchise employee.




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News24 Business | SA data centre giant taps Absa for R8bn loan to build AI-ready facility

Teraco Data Environments hired Absa to syndicate an R8 billion loan as the company gears up for a new facility to meet rising demand from artificial intelligence applications.




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News24 Business | TFG's Bash buys Zando online domain

TFG's Bash platform, which is set to break even or be profitable two years earlier than forecast, has bought the South African domain name of the now-defunct online fashion retailer Zando.




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News24 Business | Virgin Active owner Brait gets investee boost, but NAV halves after hefty shareholder lift

Investment holding company Brait reported a boost from its underlying portfolio on Wednesday, including a 6% rise in Virgin Active membership.




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News24 Business | Emira still avoiding new SA deals as it eyes massive Polish payday

Emira Property Fund's partnership with Poland-focused DL Invest Group includes redemption clauses that could yield it up to R4.2 billion in five years, more than 70% of Emira's current market value on the JSE.




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World Diabetes Day 2024: 10 Diet And Lifestyle Changes A Diabetic Should Make For Healthy Living

World Diabetes Day 2024 reminds us of the importance of breaking barriers and bridging gaps to ensure that everyone with diabetes has access to the resources and care they need.




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World Diabetes Day: One-Fourth Of People Living With Diabetes In India In 2022: Lancet Study

The figure of 82.8 crore is over four times the number in 1990, with the largest increase in low and middle-income countries (LMICs), researchers forming the Non-Communicable Disease Risk Factor Collaboration




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Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Launch Date Leaked; Might Land Earlier Than Usual

Samsung usually launches its latest Galaxy S series phones in late January or February. The South Korean tech giant is yet to reveal a possible date for the launch of the Galaxy S25 lineup, but a newly leaked survey suggests that we may see the phones earlier than usual this time. Samsung launched the Galaxy S24 series in January this year. Last year's Galaxy S23 series was unveiled in mid-February.




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Meta to Offer Less Personalised Ads in Europe to Appease Regulators

Meta Platforms plans to offer Instagram and Facebook users in Europe the option to receive "less personalised ads". These ads will also target users based on age, gender, and location, with some being unskippable for a few seconds.




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SpaceX Plans To Develop 'Marslink' Network To Provide Internet On Mars

SpaceX has introduced a Marslink concept, a satellite-based communication network around Mars, to support interplanetary data exchange for future Mars missions. NASA reviewed this and other proposals, including Blue Origin's Blue Ring orbital tug and Lockheed Martin's MAVEN-based network. The Marslink network would build on SpaceX’s Starlink technology, currently providing internet connectivity on Earth. NASA aims to enhance Mars exploration through partnerships, with both commercial innovations and its laser-based communication system for deep-space data transfer.




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New Fire-Resilient Dicliptera Polymorpha Discovered in India’s Western Ghats

In a significant botanical breakthrough, scientists from Pune's Agharkar Research Institute have documented Dicliptera polymorpha, a dual-blooming plant thriving in the fire-prone grasslands of the Northern Western Ghats. With blooms triggered by both post-monsoon rains and fires, this species represents a rare adaptation to its unique environment.




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Microplastics Could Be Changing Earth’s Climate, Reveals New Study

A Penn State University study published in Environmental Science & Technology: Air reveals that airborne microplastics may influence the climate by affecting cloud structures and weather patterns. The study found that microplastics act as ice nucleating agents in clouds, potentially altering precipitation. Professor Miriam Freedman highlights the need for more research into how these particles interact within atmospheric systems to better understand their effects on climate.




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Apple Reportedly Working on 'AI Wall Tablet' With Smart Home Controls and Apple Intelligence

Apple is said to be developing a new product that could function as a wall-mounted display, according to Bloomberg News. This display is expected to provide controls for smart home devices, as well as support for voice commands through Siri and will reportedly offer Apple Intelligence features. Here's everything you need to know about Apple's upcoming device.




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BSNL Direct-to-Device Satellite Connectivity Launch Announced by DoT

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the government-run telecom service provider, launched a direct-to-device satellite connectivity service on Wednesday. The Indian Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced the launch, calling it the “India’s first Satellite-to-Device service”. The Indian telecom developed this technology along with Viasat, a California-based communications technology company. It is aimed at offering seamless connectivity to users even in the remote and isolated corners of the country.




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Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 Chipset Said to Offer 20 Percent Performance Jump Despite Change in Development Plans

Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset was launched by Qualcomm at its Snapdragon Summit in Hawaii last month as a successor to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. The rumour mill now suggests that its successor, the purported Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 SoC, might offer an even bigger jump in single and multi-core performance, despite recent changes suggested in its development plans.




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OnePlus Ace 5 Launch Timeline Tipped; Said to Feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 6.78-Inch Display

OnePlus Ace 5 and OnePlus Ace 5 Pro have been in the rumour mill for quite some time now. While the BBK-owned brand has yet to share details on the lineup, a new leak claims that the vanilla model will land in China next month. The OnePlus Ace 5 is tipped to get a 1.5K resolution display. It is said to run on Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC chipset.




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Samsung Wins Patent for a Tri-Fold Smartphone With Specialised Barrier Layer for Improved Durability

Samsung is speculated to be developing a tri-fold smartphone. This move is said to be in a bid to catch up to Huawei, which launched the world’s tri-fold smartphone dubbed Mate XT Ultimate Design in September. Ahead of its anticipated debut in 2025, Samsung has been recently granted a patent for a flexible display device with a foldable design featuring three screens and a specialised barrier layer for improved durability and reduced strain.




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iQOO 13 Indian Variant Confirmed to Launch With Slightly Smaller Battery Than Chinese Model

iQOO 13 launched in China with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset last month. The Vivo sub-brand recently confirmed that the smartphone will arrive in the Indian market in December first week. The specifications of the Indian variant of iQOO 13 are believed to match with its Chinese counterpart. But compared to the Chinese version, the Indian variant will have a smaller battery.




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Netflix Says 70 Million Users Now Watch Shows With Advertising

More than 50 percent of new subscribers are opting for Netflix’s ad-supported plan in the countries where it is available. Netflix has priced its advertising-supported plan as a less-expensive alternative for cost-conscious users.




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Alien: Romulus OTT Release Date Reportedly Revealed: When and Where to Watch it Online?

Alien: Romulus, directed by Fede Alvarez, streams on Disney+ Hotstar on November 21. The film, following three siblings on a space station who encounter hostile aliens, has drawn positive reviews for its suspenseful plot and impressive cast, including Cailee Spaeny and David Jonsson. With an IMDb rating of 7.2 and 80% on Rotten Tomatoes, it achieved massive box-office success with Rs. 3,500 crore worldwide.




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Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein Season 2 Trailer Released, Brings New Levels of Danger and Obsession

The trailer for Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein Season 2, now out on Netflix, hints at a gripping continuation of the dark thriller, as the show returns with even higher stakes. With new characters and dramatic tension, the series dives deeper into themes of love, power, and revenge. Fans are eagerly anticipating the season’s release on November 22, with high expectations for a storyline packed with unexpected twists and deadly consequences.




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World’s Largest Living Organism Pando Might Be The Oldest Living Thing, Reveals New Study

Pando, a massive quaking aspen spanning 100 acres in Utah, is estimated to be between 16,000 and 80,000 years old. Research suggests that Pando has witnessed and survived vast environmental changes since humans began migrating out of Africa. The genetically linked stems span an interconnected root system that highlights plant resilience. Challenges from grazing deer and cattle have impacted Pando’s growth in recent years, but conservation efforts are showing signs of success, protecting this unique tree for the future.




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NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams Refutes Health Concerns, Shares Fitness Routine from Space

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has dispelled rumours about her health while aboard the International Space Station, confirming that her weight remains unchanged despite media speculations. In a recent interview, Williams explained her routine workout regimen on the ISS to maintain muscle and bone health, countering microgravity effects and refuting any signs of health decline. NASA also confirmed that all astronauts on the mission remain in good health, including Williams and crew member Butch Wilmore.




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Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 2 for Phone 2 and Phone 2a Rolling Out: What’s New

Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 2 is now available for Phone 2 and Phone 2a users, the company has announced. Users can experience the new Android 15-based operating system (OS) before its public rollout in December and try out more features such as shared widgets, smart drawer enhancements, refined animations, and camera improvements.




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Imane Khelif Makes Big Statement On Leaked Report That Sparked Gender Row

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, who won the gold medal at the Paris Olympics 2024, has been at the centre of a major controversy.




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"What A Father Would...": On Rohit's Availability vs Aus, Report Says This

India captain Rohit Sharma is not in Australia. There has been no official communication about the reason behind his absence




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Of Coffee Date And Fam-Jam: Anushka Sharma And Virat Kohli's Perth Diaries

The picture is trending big time on social media




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Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein Season 2 Trailer: Gurmeet Choudhary Joins Tahir Raj Bhasin, Shweta Tripathi, And Anchal Singh In Netflix's Thrilling Crime Drama

Written and directed by Sidharth Sengupta, Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein Season 2 will be released on Netflix on November 22




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The Internet Thinks Ameesha Patel Is Dating Businessman Nirvaan Birla: "Lovely Evening With My Darling"

Ameesha addressed Nirvaan as "darling" in the caption




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Flipkart Big Savings Days: Morphy Richards, Agaro से माइक्रोवेव और ओवन पर अद्वितीय डील का लाभ उठाएं

Flipkart के बिग बचत डेज़ Morphy Richards, Agaro के टॉप-रेटेड माइक्रोवेव और ओवन पर अविश्वसनीय बचत लाते हैं. किचन की विभिन्न आवश्यकताओं को पूरा करने वाले विश्वसनीय, हाई-परफॉरमेंस वाले मॉडलों पर भारी छूट का आनंद लें.




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Live Updates: कोलकाता जा रही फ्लाइट में बम की खबर, प्रयागराज में प्रदर्शनकारी छात्र UPPSC के गेट तक पहुंचे

Delhi MCD Election: दिल्ली एमसीडी में आम आदमी पार्टी और बीजेपी, दोनों के बीच मेयर और डिप्टी मेयर चुनाव को जीतने के लिए कांटे की टक्कर देखी जा सकती है. दोनों ही पार्टियां अपनी-अपनी रणनीति के साथ चुनावी मैदान में हैं.




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10 Most Climate-Vulnerable Countries Got Less Than $1 Year Climate Finance: Report

As world leaders meet at the 2024 UN climate conference (COP29) in Azerbaijan, a new report by an international development agency on Thursday said people living in 10 most climate-vulnerable countries received less than $1 a year in climate finance.




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"Only Survivor": Gaza Child Left Alone After Family Killed In Israeli Attacks

Israeli attacks in Beit Hanoun leave a child as the only survivor of his family, while displaced residents flee the devastated city.




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World's Longest Nonstop Flights To Get $821 Million Luxury Upgrade

The world's longest nonstop commercial flights are getting a major upgrade. Singapore Airlines (SIA) recently announced a multi-year program worth 1.1 billion Singapore dollars (about $821 million).




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Flights To Bali Resume Following Volcanic Eruption

Several airlines resumed flights to Bali on Thursday, after cancelling trips to and from the Indonesian resort island due to huge eruptions at a nearby volcano.




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OpenAI Says US Allies Should Partner On AI To Take On China

The proposal was included in a new policy blueprint from OpenAI unveiled at an event in Washington.




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Explained: What's Climate Finance And Why Countries Are Fighting Over It At COP29

Countries are negotiating a higher target for payments starting next year, but some have been reluctant to confirm its size until it is clear which countries will contribute.




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CAT 2024 Mock Test Link Released, Check Details

CAT 2024: The computer-based Common Admission Test 2024 will be held on November 24.




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'Severe' Air Quality In Delhi Today An "Episodic Event": Pollution Body

Residents in Delhi and its adjoining areas saw a thick layer of smog covering the region, significantly dropping the air quality to the 'Severe' category after the Air Quality Index crossed the 400 mark and disrupted flight operations .




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"My Body Has Changed, But....": Sunita Williams On Health Aboard Space Station

Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, who has been in space since June, has put an end to swirling "rumours" about her health, saying she weighs the same as she did when she arrived at the International Space Station (ISS).




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Delhi Police Issues Traffic Advisory Ahead Of Pragati Maidan Trade Fair

Delhi Police on Wednesday issued a traffic advisory ahead of the two-week-long India International Trade Fair (IITF) being held in the national capital.




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Can Eating Junk Food Increase The Risk Of These Common Fatty Liver diseases?

This article explores how eating junk food raises the risk of fatty liver diseases, examines symptoms, and highlights specific foods that can negatively impact liver health.




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UN Climate Draft Shows Deep Divide On Funding For Poorer Nations At COP29

A fresh draft of a UN climate deal released Wednesday offers wide-ranging options to raise funding for poorer countries, signalling that tough negotiations remain at the COP29 talks in Baku.




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South Korea Arrests 215 On Suspicion Of $228 Million Crypto Scam

South Korean police have arrested 215 people on suspicion of stealing 320 billion won ($228.4 million) in the biggest cryptocurrency investment scam in the country.




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China Removes Memorials For Deadliest Car Attack, Tightens Security

Officials in southern China ramped up security on Wednesday at the site of the country's deadliest attack in a decade, snuffing out makeshift memorials to the 35 people killed when a man drove a car into a crowd at a sports complex.




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Smog Blanket Over North India, Air Quality Drops To "Severe" Level

There has been an early onset of toxic cover across Delhi and north India this year owing to stubble burning across the north Indian states. What is also shocking is the scale of the smog cover, as well as the level of pollutants present in it.