Saturday links: embracing reality
Saturdays we catch up with the non-finance related items that we didn’t get to earlier in the week. You can check out...
Waymo asserts that artificial intelligence and cameras alone are sufficient for self-driving vehicles. Business models in the autonomous vehicle market are being debated. Zoox is broadening its operations. A personal account of an electric vehicle road trip is shared. Trade instability is causing difficulties for businesses in Detroit.
Slate Truck is seen as a promising solution. Paris successfully replaced cars with bikes and pedestrians, improving the city's environment. Fire departments across the country face challenges due to high prices and long wait times for essential equipment. The United States is becoming more reliant on natural gas. Texas has benefited from batteries during a recent heatwave.
The Trump administration purchased offshore wind leases, with funds earmarked for a project connected to the President. The East Coast could take advantage of halted offshore wind projects' energy. Solar panels are becoming increasingly efficient. The number of new power plants constructed this year has been documented. Wildfires are becoming more frequent due to urban expansion.
Scientists are investigating technological solutions to combat wildfires. Most wildfires are initiated by human activities. There is a connection between armed conflict and climate change according to research. AI can enhance hurricane prediction accuracy. Several articles highlight the impact of animals on ecosystems. A Spanish breed of cow aids in wildfire prevention.
Florida requires more oysters. Research reveals that Canada is exploiting American scientists. The Earth's crust generates subtle sounds. Space travel remains environmentally damaging. Timekeeping on the Moon is discussed. Travel recommendations for post-vacation recovery are provided. This summer's drought in Europe disrupted river cruises.
Technology and data center operations are politically charged. The development of AI eyewear is explored. The next edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders will incorporate biological insights into mental health. Shingles vaccine research suggests potential heart disease and dementia prevention. Measles cases in Pennsylvania resulted in two unvaccinated deaths.
Rhetoric surrounding measles has intensified. Exemptions for vaccines pose a risk to public safety. Recommendations for antibiotic treatment duration have changed. The debate around direct primary care practices among doctors is examined. Peptides and their speculative investment appeal are discussed.
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