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'Shockingly cheap': How does solar outperform nuclear?

Solar energy globally is witnessing a pivotal transformation. A decade ago, its presence was almost negligible globally, contributing only 1 percent of the total energy produced. By 2026, this percentage will almost certainly rise to 10 percent, surpassing nuclear energy, which has been a mainstay of electricity generation since the late 1970s.

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'Shockingly cheap': How does solar outperform nuclear?

Solar energy globally is witnessing a pivotal transformation. A decade ago, its presence was almost negligible globally, contributing only 1 percent of the total energy produced. By 2026, this percentage will almost certainly rise to 10 percent, surpassing nuclear energy, which has been a mainstay of electricity generation since the late 1970s.

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How Israel and the European far right tried to exploit Ceuta

A potent narrative is emerging linking migration to anti-Semitism in an effort to undermine pro-Palestinian solidarity.

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Tech giant Palantir posts ‘otherworldly’ growth despite criticism over Gaza

Second-quarter revenue jumped 93 percent but Palantir's ties to Israel and role in military technology are controversial

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6,300 schools in Italy received bomb threats, what did PM Georgia Meloni say?

Threats were sent via email to schools in many Italian cities including Rome, Naples, Milan, Genoa, Vicenza, Florence, Pisa and Trieste. Many buildings were evacuated as a precaution.

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US continues to squeeze Cuban economy with new round of sanctions

Cuba announces new pro-market reforms amid threats of military attack from the Trump administration.

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Yemen government launches own air attacks on Houthis: What that means

A major Houthi offensive towards Bab al-Mandeb has triggered some of Yemen’s worst fighting in years.

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Sudan war threatens ancient Meroe pyramids, a UNESCO Heritage Site

More than 200 ancient Meroe pyramids are imperilled by Sudan’s escalating war and neglect.

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Война в Украине: на встрече в Абу-Даби стороны договорились только о большом обмене пленными; украинские дроны несколько часов атаковали Омск - BBC News Русская служба

Последние новости, комментарии и видео о войне России против Украины.

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Saudi Arabia says three people wounded in attacks on southern airports

Saudi Arabia's civil aviation authority confirms 3 wounded in attacks on Jazan and Najran airports near Yemen border.

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ICRIR: Troubles investigations could cost up to £630m, says legacy body chief

Sir Declan Morgan has told MPs the ICRIR could end up handling 650 cases once it is reformed in legislation before Parliament.

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