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4:53pm Mar 30, 2022

Economy Economy

Economic growth at Triad megasite and airport brings challenges

by David Ford

After years of planning and development by the Greensboro-Randolph Megasite Foundation, Piedmont Triad International Airport, and other local leaders, the hard work is bearing fruit.

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5:52pm Dec 06, 2021

Economy Economy

Toyota to bring 1,750 new jobs to the Piedmont

by David Ford

Some 1,700 transportation jobs are coming to the Piedmont courtesy of Toyota.
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12:18pm Apr 11, 2021

National National Politics & Government

South Korean Electric Vehicle Battery Makers Reach $1.8B Deal To End Trade Dispute

by Wynne Davis

The deal means both companies will be able to produce lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles at a time when President Biden hopes to boost support for the industry as part of his climate plan.
Montinique Monroe / Getty Images

12:55am Mar 09, 2021

Science Science Environment

How Giant Batteries Are Protecting The Most Vulnerable In Blackouts

by Lauren Sommer

Power outages are increasingly common, putting everything from clean drinking water to medical equipment at risk. Some communities are installing solar power and large batteries to protect themselves.

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2:27pm Sep 25, 2018

Environment Environment Health & Safety

It's Rice Vs. Seaweed Vs. Solar ATMs For A $1 Million Prize

by Diane Cole

The Hult Prize goes to a team of student entrepreneurs with an idea that will make the world a better place. Former President Clinton was on hand to announce the winner.
The New England Journal of Medicine

5:30pm Oct 25, 2017

World News World News National Health & Safety

When A Boy Sticks Magnets Up His Nose, Doctors Have To Get Ingenious

by Greta Jochem

Children often swallow small magnets or stick them into noses or ears. They can cause serious internal damage, and doctors sometimes have to think outside the box to remove them safely.
Gabriel Cristóver Pérez / KUT

10:56pm May 22, 2017

Science Science

At 94, Lithium-Ion Pioneer Eyes A New Longer-Lasting Battery

by Mose Buchele

In 1980, John Goodenough's work led to the lithium-ion battery, now found in everything from phones to electric cars. He and fellow researchers say they've come up with a faster-charging alternative.

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10:23pm Jan 22, 2017

Samsung Pins Blame On Batteries For Galaxy Note 7 Meltdowns

by Elise Hu

The world's biggest smartphone maker announced the findings of its investigation into its fire-prone phones that led to a record-sized recall last fall.
Raquel Zaldivar / NPR

1:57pm Nov 27, 2016

National National Science Politics & Government

As Batteries Keep Catching Fire, U.S. Safety Agency Prepares For Change

by Alina Selyukh

The Consumer Product Safety Commission grabbed the spotlight in recalls of hoverboard scooters and Samsung's Galaxy Note 7 phones. It's a tiny agency with a vast oversight of thousands of products.
Richard Drew/AP

6:59pm Sep 14, 2016

National National

The Troubled Galaxy Note 7 Leaves Some Samsung Customers Frustrated

by Alina Selyukh

U.S. users trying to take part in Samsung's unofficial recall find themselves winding through a network of stores and unclear guidelines. The government has yet to announce a formal recall.
Stephanie Strasburg / Tribune-Review

5:56pm Aug 31, 2016

Science Science Health & Safety

How An Edible Battery Could Power Medical Robots You Swallow

by Mark H. Kim

Tiny devices sent into the human body for diagnosing and treating diseases run on batteries that may contain toxic materials. Researchers have come up with a safer battery made of natural pigments.
Tesla

6:19pm Apr 18, 2016

National National Economy Environment

A Rare Look Inside The 'Gigafactory' Tesla Hopes Will Revolutionize Energy Use

by Lauren Sommer

Tesla is building what it says is the world's largest battery factory. The scale is expected to drive down the cost of electric cars and batteries that homeowners can use to store surplus solar power.

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