The Latest Breaking News on World

Kroger announces 3,000 layoffs as it looks to ‘reduce duplicative work’ with AI

It’s the latest shakeup after Kroger named a former Walmart executive as its CEO in February

The Independent UK · Oct 13

From 'come to India' to 'pray for us': Sridhar Vembu trolled for sending mixed messages to NRIs; he says, 'What is the alternative? Beg them to allow us to stay?'

When the US administration announced the suspension of the Green Card process of eight top IT companies, including Microsoft, that would hugely impact Indian techies hoping to get permanent residency in the US, Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu urged these NRIs to return to India and build for India. Four days…

The Times of India · Oct 13

Geopolymer Concrete Trial Approved: engineers meet strict aircraft pavement tests; cuts project emissions

From May to July of 2014, engineers explored the capabilities of geopolymer concrete, or Earth Friendly Concrete, to assess its suitability for use in airport pavements. The project incorporated around 40,000 cubic meters of this environmentally friendly concrete for building Wellcamp Airport, successfully reducing carbon emissions by an estimated 6,600…

The Times of India · Oct 13

Recycled Glass Speeds Apron Build: Philadelphia airport cuts prep time; over 83 million bottles reused

The Philadelphia International Airport embarked on a groundbreaking project to construct a new aircraft parking apron, utilizing lightweight foamed glass aggregate. This forward-thinking initiative diverted around 83 million glass bottles from the landfill and slashed construction time to just 18 months, compared to a 2.5-year estimate. Additionally, it contributed to…

The Times of India · Oct 13

$2.8M in public funding protects a 58-acre Utah ranch from development while cattle continue grazing

Secured through public funding, a 58-acre ranch in Heber Valley, Utah, is preserved to avert urban sprawl. The Flying A Ranch Preserve will remain dedicated to agriculture, supporting cattle grazing and hay production. The conservation project, supported by nearly $2.8 million in various funding, is crucial for preserving local wildlife…

The Times of India · Oct 13

Man freed by First Step Act faces life in prison for nonviolent drug offense after SCOTUS ruling

The First Step Act represented the most expansive overhaul of federal sentencing guidelines in decades

The Independent UK · Oct 13

Argentina moves to stop Falklands' first commercial oil project, escalating row with UK

Argentina on Tuesday said it has approached an international maritime tribunal seeking to halt an oil development project off the disputed Falkland Islands, escalating its dispute with the United Kingdom, which controls the archipelago.

The Times of India · Oct 13

Instrumented Road Cuts Frost Damage: Scrap tyres and bottom ash insulate pavement; sensors track frost depth

Researchers in Edmonton successfully built a test road using almost one million recycled scrap tyres and coal bottom ash. This innovative road was designed to minimize frost damage during the harsh winter months. Temperature sensors embedded in the pavement monitored performance and reduced frost depth significantly. The findings demonstrated that…

The Times of India · Oct 13

Hackers Remotely Defrost Hundreds of Supermarket Freezers in France, Causing Fires and Millions in Losses

A large-scale cyberattack disrupted refrigeration at French supermarkets, spoiling food and prompting an ANSSI investigation into vulnerable connected systems.

International Business Times UK · Oct 13

Tony Robbins turned a childhood memory of his struggling family receiving groceries from a stranger into Feeding America’s 100 Million Meals Challenge; reached 1 billion meals in 2023

Inspired by his childhood experience with food assistance during Thanksgiving, Tony Robbins has made hunger relief a central cause. Partnering with Feeding America, he initiated the 100 Million Meals Challenge in 2014, ultimately aiming for a billion meals. This ambitious goal was met in 2023, leading to a new target…

The Times of India · Oct 13