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In 2004, Toronto began using cold water from 83 metres beneath Lake Ontario to cool downtown buildings; today the system serves 200 buildings across 40 million sq ft

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In 2004, Toronto began using cold water from 83 metres beneath Lake Ontario to cool downtown buildings; today the system serves 200 buildings across 40 million sq ft

Representative Image (AI-generated) Deep beneath the surface of Lake Ontario, a layer of naturally cold water has become an unlikely part of Toronto’s urban infrastructure. Instead of relying entirely on conventional air-conditioning systems to cool its downtown buildings, the Canadian city uses the lake’s cold temperature as a source of cooling energy. According to a … Read more

In Japan, local authorities have installed signs warning drivers that cats may suddenly dash into the road, using playful illustrations to make the danger memorable

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In Japan, local authorities have installed signs warning drivers that cats may suddenly dash into the road, using playful illustrations to make the danger memorable

An unusual road-safety idea in Japan is turning an everyday danger into something drivers are unlikely to forget. In parts of the country, signs featuring cats warn motorists that an animal could suddenly run into the road. Some of the designs are deliberately playful, using striking cat illustrations rather than conventional wildlife-warning imagery. The idea … Read more

As the 9/11 attacks collapsed his office, a blind man’s guide dog helped him down 78 flights to safety and saved his life

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As the 9/11 attacks collapsed his office, a blind man's guide dog helped him down 78 flights to safety and saved his life

September 11, 2026, will mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks which collapsed the World Trade Centre and led to the loss of thousands of lives. It also marks 25 years since Michael Hingson’s life was saved by his guide dog, who helped him escape from the 78th story of the north tower of … Read more

Is Google still down? Hundreds in US continue facing issues with services amid outage; ‘messed up long weekend’

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Google is down for many users in United Statesas per Downdetector, which recorded 1,067 reports at 12:57pm EDT. Google down (REUTERS) According to Downdetector, most users reported issues with content not loading, making up 58% of complaints. This was followed by app problems at 17%, and login issues at 14%. What are people saying Users … Read more

AT&T internet outage: Hundreds report fiber and broadband services down; Texas, Louisiana affected

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Update: The AT&T internet outage appears to have been resolved after a brief disruption on Monday. Texas was the hardest-hit state, with a significant number of reports coming from the Dallas area. AT&T has not disclosed the cause of the outage. AT&T down for users in parts of Texas and Louisiana. (UnSplash) Also Read: Upset … Read more

Cuba’s foreign minister says no negotiations despite "genocidal" blockade

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Cuba's foreign minister says no negotiations despite "genocidal" blockade

By Ayose Naranjo Cuba’s foreign minister says no negotiations despite “genocidal” blockade HAVANA, Sept 7 – Cuba’s top diplomat said on Monday there are no talks underway with the United States, nor were there any plans for future negotiations, amid a “genocidal” blockade that Cuba says has cost the island nation over $8 billion in … Read more

Panama Canal considering more cuts in transits due to El Nino

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Panama Canal considering more cuts in transits due to El Nino

The number of ships sailing through the Panama Canal could be cut further due to drought caused by the El Nino weather pattern, the new administrator of the waterway told AFP on Monday. Panama Canal considering more cuts in transits due to El Nino Panama has declared a nationwide emergency over El Nino, a phenomenon … Read more

Are Prince Harry and Meghan becoming working royals again? King Charles gives blunt reality check

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Prince Harry and Meghan have returned to the United Kingdombut they will not return to their former roles as working royals. A letter sent on behalf of King Charles makes clear that the couple’s royal status has not changed since they stepped down from official duties in 2020. Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Prince Harry … Read more

Hurricane warning issued for westernmost Hawaiian islands

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Hurricane warning issued for westernmost Hawaiian islands

A hurricane warning was issued Monday for the westernmost Hawaiian islands of Kauai and Niihau as Category 3 Hurricane Lowell approached the US Pacific island chain, the National Hurricane Center said. Hurricane warning issued for westernmost Hawaiian islands The core of Lowell was expected to pass just west of Niihau on Monday night or early … Read more