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Tech company makes game-changing breakthrough that could transform electric vehicles: 'A novel approach'
The Cool Down - Oregon
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July 8, 2025
Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, Nissan, BYD, and many other automakers have begun to embrace the technology. by Jon TuriJuly 8, 2025 Chinese technology company Huawei has stepped into the EV ring with a new solid-state battery that boasts up to 1,800...
Udit Narayan Says, 'Melody Is Immortal', All Songs From His Upcoming Project Score High On Melody
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN- IANS) Mumbai, July 8 (IANS) Playback singer Udit Narayan, who ruled the Bollywood of the 1990s, recorded the title song for the upcoming film recently. The singer spoke with IANS, and said that the song, 'Maine Pyar Kiya Phir Se' is high...
Plants might one day warn us about toxic PFAS — by glowing
Environmental Health News
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July 8, 2025
Tiny fluorescent microbes and Maine potatoes are giving researchers new clues in the fight against dangerous “forever chemicals.” Claire Elise Thompson reports for Grist. In short: Researchers working with the Mi’kmaq Nation in Maine are exploring...
Your PFAS Questions Answered by Professor Rainer Lohmann
Technology Networks
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Five years ago, few would have heard of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Even the chemicals’ more pronounceable acronym, PFAS, would have been unrecognizable to most. But now, thanks to some canny rebranding and growing outcry, forever...
Dr. Mark Anderson: Congress must protect the lifeblood of medical progress
Chicago Tribune - Illinois
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July 7, 2025
A few weeks ago, I joined other leaders from academic medical centers and research institutions in Washington, D.C., to talk with policymakers about the urgent need for continued federal investments in health care and biomedical research. Despite...
Fact check: North Carolina got a $22M grant to expand internet access. Trump said the program is 'based on race'
WRAL 5 - North Carolina
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July 7, 2025
President Donald Trump called a Biden-era law to expand high-speed internet access "racist" and "illegal." In a May 8 Truth Social post, Trump said he and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick "agree that the Biden/Harris so-called ‘Digital Equity...
Brick Store Museum unveils full slate of summer programs
Seacoastonline - New Hampshire
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KENNEBUNK, Maine — The Brick Store Museum welcomes locals and visitors alike to a dynamic summer season filled with hands-on programs, local art, and immersive history. With programs for all ages, museum officials say it’s the perfect time to...
Montrose Environmental looks to ‘future-proof’ PFAS remediation amid regulations
Waste Dive
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July 7, 2025
Montrose Environmental Group’s PFAS remediation and research division aims to help “future-proof” its customers’ remediation efforts amid uncertainties with state and federal regulations. PFAS contamination concerns are a growing issue across the...
Everyone All Hot and Bothered About the Jihadi Running for Mayor in NYC
Hot Air
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July 7, 2025
I'm talking about everyone I read. The folks who have an ounce of common sense and human decency left in their bones, and also the native intelligence to see where electing a guy like this could very well end up. As a wise man once said, 'It ain't...
Late blight danger lessens for potato crop
The County - Maine
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July 7, 2025
Potatoes blossom in a Presque Isle field in 2022. Late blight has so far not been detected in Maine, crop scientists say. (Credit: Paula Brewer | The County) Late blight spores found last week in Aroostook County caused concern for the 2025 potato...
California Has a Drinking Water Problem
Newsweek
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July 6, 2025
California's drinking water has elevated levels of a certain contaminant found to be associated with adverse birth outcomes, causing experts to advise that safe water advisories need to be updated. According to a nationwide study led by...
Optimizing Bispecific Antibody Purification: Case Studies and Strategies
Technology Networks
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Bispecific and multispecific antibodies represent a rapidly growing class of therapeutics, distinguished by their ability to target multiple antigens simultaneously. However, their complex structures and diverse formats pose significant challenges...
Mainers are clamoring to visit Aroostook County’s innovative Amish eateries
Bangor Daily News - Maine
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July 8, 2025
SMYRNA, Maine — A growing number of Amish-owned businesses dot a several-mile stretch along Route 2A in Aroostook County, with two more that sell wood-fired artisan pizza and homemade ice cream just added this summer. Those two offerings have...
Exotic animal rescue and rehab center finds new home in Poland
Mainebiz - Oregon
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Mr. Drew and His Animals Too, a natural science and exotic animal rescue and rehabilitation center, is preparing to move 12 miles east from the city of Lewiston to the town of Poland. Both are in Androscoggin County. The nonprofit will relocate...
H.R.1 - One Big Beautiful Bill Act
JD Supra - California
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July 7, 2025
In Brief The Senate passed H.R. 1, as amended, 51-50 on July 1, 2025 (legislative day began on June 30, 2025). Vice President JD Vance broke the tie by voting for the measure and presiding over the closing of the vote. Republican Senators Susan...
MedRhythms Appoints Larry Jasinski as Chief Executive Officer to Lead Next Phase of Growth and Commercial Expansion
WFMZ - Pennsylvania
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Industry veteran with proven track record in neurorehabilitation and fundraising to lead next phase of growth; Co-founder Brian Harris transitions to Chief Scientific Officer PORTLAND, Maine, July 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- MedRhythms, Inc., a...
People Moves: MEMIC Hires Ennis and Promotes Lagasse
Insurance Journal
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July 7, 2025
Karl Lagasse The MEMIC Group, headquartered in Portland, Maine, promoted Karl Lagasse to vice president of business technology and hired Jason Ennis as director of architecture and innovation. Lagasse oversees the project management, software...
Wild strawberry season is here
The Tribune of the Tri-Lakes Region - Colorado
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July 7, 2025
Though wild strawberry season officially begins with the first full moon of June, like most things, it arrives a month later at altitude. Don’t let the scientific name Fragaria Virginia — Virginia Strawberry — fool you, these commonly found wild...
Portland business rides a new wave of popularity for an ancient drink - digestives
News Center Maine
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July 7, 2025
The complex bitter concoctions originated in ancient medicine, meant to aid - what else - digestion PORTLAND, Maine — It's summer, and you have had a lovely afternoon eating your way through Portland's many award-worthy restaurants. You’re...
8 resilient trees that will thrive in cities – these species will absorb pollution, cool the air and grow in compact spaces with minimal maintenance
Homes & Gardens
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July 12, 2025
A beautiful garden has many components, from the colors, shapes and textures of the plants to the varying layers and heights of the shrubs and trees. Yet, the latter can often be lacking in small yards. To remedy this, it's worth knowing the...