From ultra-efficient solar panels to turbines floating on the ocean, a wave of renewable energy breakthroughs is transforming how the world generates power. In 2025, these innovations – across solar, wind, geothermal, bioenergy, and hydropower – are moving from labs and pilot projects into real-world use, marking a pivotal shift in the global energy landscape.…
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July’s Buck Moon rises over the UK tonight at 10:09pm BST, appearing in the constellation Sagittarius. Astronomy expert Alan Jones says, “It’s the best chance to see it at its brightest and fullest this year.” The moon may appear larger and take on an orange or reddish hue due to its low position near the horizon.
At the AI for Good Summit 2025, Pope Leo XIV emphasized that artificial intelligence must be guided by ethical principles and human dignity to serve the common good. He warned, “This epochal transformation requires discernment and responsibility,” urging global governance rooted in human rights and moral conscience.
The Amazon Echo Show 5 returns with enhanced features: improved voice controls via Alexa, a faster AZ2 Neural Edge chip, and a better display. It enables smart home control, video calls, streaming, and more. For a limited time, it's available at 45% off (€59.99 instead of €109.99).
Conversational AI and Voice Assistants – Key Developments (June–July 2025)Major Product Launches and Updates Amazon Alexa+ Rollout and Features: Amazon’s generative AI upgrade for Alexa – dubbed Alexa+ – entered broad early access by mid-2025. After a February launch event, Alexa+ was initially available to a limited group and reached over 1 million users by June theve…
EdTech Sector Developments – June & July 2025June and July 2025 have been pivotal months for educational technology (EdTech), marked by major platform launches, global partnerships, and a continued evolution in how digital tools support learning. Across K–12 schools, universities, and corporate training programs, AI-driven learning systems …
