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New Liverpool-Manchester rail route announced following scrapped HS2 link

New Liverpool-Manchester rail route announced following scrapped HS2 link

The Government has announced rail plans to help improve connections and spark growth in the North West.

UK wins record supply of wind power in race towards renewables

UK wins record supply of wind power in race towards renewables

In a bid to drive down energy bills and meet its 2030 renewable energy targets, the Government has secured a record supply of offshore wind in Europe’s biggest ever auction.

Fingernail-size sensor could detect head injuries on the spot

Fingernail-size sensor could detect head injuries on the spot

A tiny, smart sensor could be attached to sports helmets, ski goggles, industrial hard hats, or children’s headbands to speed up head injury diagnosis.

Africa could outpace every other continent in EV growth

Africa could outpace every other continent in EV growth

According to a new study, the number of electric vehicles in Africa is expected to double by 2050 – faster than on any other continent.

New design paves way for cheaper, safer solid-state batteries

New design paves way for cheaper, safer solid-state batteries

South Korean scientists have discovered a way to bypass the high costs and fire risks of traditional batteries.

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