Researchers are testing a geoengineering method in Cambridge Bay, Canada, to refreeze Arctic sea ice. The Real Ice project pumps ocean water onto the ice surface, thickening it and reflecting more sunlight. While controversial, it's a research effort to explore potential solutions to climate change.
Le ministre du Logement, Vincent Jeanbrun, a annoncé un "plan endurance" pour adapter les logements aux canicules, incluant une majorité simple pour les travaux en copropriété et une TVA réduite pour les pompes à chaleur air-air. Ce plan vise à lutter contre les "bouilloires thermiques" et à assurer la justice sociale face au réchauffement climatique.
Face à une nouvelle vague de chaleur, le ministre Vincent Jeanbrun a annoncé un "plan endurance" pour adapter les logements aux canicules. Il comprend des mesures pour les copropriétés, le logement social et les constructions neuves, visant à améliorer le confort d'été.
Conservationists propose a protected area for Ernest Shackleton's Endurance wreck in the Weddell Sea, fearing climate change and increased shipping may damage the historic site. The proposal passed a key meeting but awaits final approval from CCAMLR.
La Toyota #7, con Kobayashi, Conway e De Vries, ha vinto la 24 Ore di Le Mans con un vantaggio di soli 10 secondi sulla BMW #20. La Toyota #8 è arrivata terza, mentre la Ferrari #51 si è classificata quinta.
The 94th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, one of motorsport's 'triple crown' races, features 62 cars across three classes: Hypercar, LMP2, and LMGT3. The event continues to be a testing ground for automotive technology, with this year's race highlighting hybrid systems, advanced engineering, and a mix of professional and amateur drivers, including tech industry figures.
Exeter Chiefs secured a playoff spot by defeating Saracens 25-12, ending Mark McCall’s 15-year tenure. The win, fueled by Henry Slade’s try and conversion and key plays during a Saracens yellow card, sets up a semi-final against Bath.
The Finke Desert Race, a 460km off-road race from Alice Springs to Finke and back, celebrates its 50th anniversary this weekend. Originally a motorbike-only event in 1976, it now includes buggies and trucks, attracting over 800 competitors.
A traveler's recent pilgrimage to Kedarnath Dham has gone viral, detailing severe traffic jams, difficult terrain with mules, and long queues preventing temple entry. Her experience highlights growing frustration among pilgrims over crowd management and infrastructure strain at popular Indian religious sites.
Hybrid training, combining cardio and resistance exercises, has become popular for its efficiency and overall health benefits. Experts explain its benefits, suitability for beginners, and how to start with a mix of aerobic and strength training, with or without gym membership.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang shared the immense struggles and sacrifices behind building the world's most valuable semiconductor company, admitting he wouldn't have started it if he knew the pain involved. He recalled near-bankruptcy, stock collapses, and personal losses.
Qatar will make its historic debut at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France next month, competing in the LMGT3 category with a Mercedes-AMG car. The team, a partnership between QMMF and Iron Lynx, aims to build Qatar's motorsport future.
A satirical online party, Cockroach Janta (CJP), uses the insect as a symbol of endurance for frustrated Indian youth. Gaining millions of followers rapidly, it mocks corruption and joblessness, sparked by a chief justice's remarks comparing unemployed youth to cockroaches.
Max Verstappen's debut in the Nurburgring 24 Hours race ended prematurely due to a car issue while leading. Despite a strong performance, a broken driveshaft cost his team a chance at victory, though he expressed interest in returning.
Max Verstappen's debut in the Nurburgring 24 Hours race ended prematurely due to a car issue. His team led for much of the race but a broken driveshaft cost them victory. Despite the setback, Verstappen expressed interest in returning.
An international and national horse endurance race is being held in Turkey, hosted by Orfe Equestrian Sports Club. Police temporarily closed roads for the horses' passage, and the watering of horses during breaks created interesting scenes. The event concludes tomorrow.
Swedish sports nutrition brand Maurten is revolutionizing endurance running with its innovative hydrogel-based carbohydrate drinks and baking soda systems. Used by elite athletes like Sabastian Sawe, the products bypass stomach issues, allowing for greater energy intake and potentially redefining human performance limits.
Endurance specialist won Olympic gold in Rio and Tokyo‘I don’t know where I’ll get these feelings again’Katie Archibald, the Scottish track cyclist who won gold medals at the Rio and Tokyo Olympics, has announced her retirement with immediate effect.The decision means the 32-year-old, who also won multiple world, European and Commonwealth titles, will not compete in July’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Continue reading...
Endurance specialist won Olympic gold in Rio and Tokyo‘I don’t know where I’ll get these feelings again’Katie Archibald, the Scottish track cyclist who won gold medals at the Rio and Tokyo Olympics, has announced her retirement with immediate effect.The decision means the 32-year-old, who also won multiple world, European and Commonwealth titles, will not compete in July’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Continue reading...
Cocodona 250 will go on in runner’s honor, organizers sayRace includes more than 38,000ft of elevation gainA runner at the Cocodona 250 ultramarathon in Arizona has died after a medical emergency, organizers said on Tuesday.According to a statement posted on Instagram, a participant experienced a “serious medical emergency” during the 253-mile endurance race, which began Monday and continues through Saturday. Continue reading...
DRDO has developed a revolutionary air-independent propulsion (AIP) system for submarines, with land-based prototype tested in 2021. The system is in final preparation at L&T Hazira plant in Gujarat and will be installed in India's 14th submarine at Mazagon Dock in Mumbai. The AIP system will significantly enhance submerged endurance of diesel-electric submarines, with DRDO also developing a torpedo-mounted missile capable of destroying submarines 400km away, hypersonic glide missiles, and laser-directed energy weapons.
With thousands of competitors set to flood Busselton for its annual Festival of Triathlon, the tourist town has become a key stop on Australia's endurance sport circuit.
With thousands of competitors set to flood Busselton for its annual Festival of Triathlon, the tourist town has become a key stop on Australia's endurance sport circuit.
British-Australian ultramarathon swimmer Andy Donaldson has completed the 55km Dam to Dam Challenge from Lake Argyle to Kununurra in East Kimberley, finishing in a record time of 11 hours and 51 minutes. The 35-year-old became the first man to complete the grueling swim through the Ord River, which is home to approximately 5,500 freshwater crocodiles. He beat the previous record of 16 hours and 13 minutes set by Simone Blaser in 2024, who was part of his support crew.
