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The utopian dream of solar-powered motoring might not be so distant, as Mercedes-Benz recently opened the doors to some of its most forward-thinking engineering laboratories – and it turns out photovoltaic surfaces are very much on the agenda. During a number of workshops in its home city of Stuttgart, Germany, Mercedes-Benz lifted the lid on how it has been working on a new kind of solar surface that could generate enough electricity for folks in sunnier climates to cover their daily commuting requirements. According to the German marque, the ‘solar modules’ measure just five micrometers in thickness – significantly thinner than a human hair – and weigh just 50 grams per square meter. They can be applied to almost any substrate, with applications of future vehicles likely coming in the form of a "wafer-thin layer of paste" that will cover most of the body work. Mercedes-Benz has past experience with solar panels and the impact they can have on the electric range of EVs, as the company’s record-breaking (the rolling lab that drove more than 620 miles on a single charge) used a small solar panel on the roof that added around 30km (18 miles) of additional range during one of its long distance record attempts. But the breakthrough in photovoltaic surface treatments means much more of a vehicle could be covered, equating to a much greater increase in additional EV mileage. No giant solar panels needed Taking a fairly standard mid-sized SUV like the marque's EQS as an example, Mercedes engineers claim the 11 square meter surface area and the 20% solar efficiencies of the technology would be enough to generate around 7,400-miles of motoring per year in somewhere sunny, like Los Angeles. Nanoparticle-based paint would also allow 94% of the sun's energy to pass through to the solar coating, meaning future EVs won't necessarily have to look like giant solar panels. Studying the daily driving habits of EV owners in Stuttgart, Germany, those close to the project found they cover an average of 52 kilometers (around 32 miles) a day. Around 62% of this distance would be covered using solar energy, the company says, despite the often poor weather conditions. Again, if you live somewhere with plenty of excess sunshine, the 'always-on' nature of a photovoltaic surface means the vehicle could effectively be charging, even when parked. As a result, LA owners could cover 100% of their driving distance on average by solar energy. Any surplus achieved could be fed directly into the home network via bidirectional charging, in theory. Braking down inefficiencies Alongside pondering the state of future cities and speeding up AI decisions with neuromorphic computing, Mercedes-Benz also touched on the fact that it is also working on an EV braking system that removes the need for standard discs, drums and pads. Effectively ridding the world of harmful particles emitted in the form of brake dust, Mercedes’ innovation is integrated into the electric drive unit at the front or rear axle, negating the need for in-wheel brakes. Not only would this be subject to minimal wear and take up less space, it would also mean the company could look at much lighter wheel and tyre combinations, reducing the overall mass of an EV, as well as exploring fully-enclosed rims for optimized aerodynamics, as openings for brake cooling would no longer be required. Plus, the company's research into electrical inverter systems could see the integration of micro-converters directly at battery-cell level, which would allow for greater control over individual cells. It is complicated stuff, but it would result in more efficient battery performance, increased the longevity of battery pack lifespans and greater freedom when it comes to packaging – allowing engineers to use varying cell designs throughout the vehicle. All of these advancements are still a long way from making production, but it is good to see Mercedes-Benz busy exploring innovations that offer its future customers real-world value.
It is to the considerable benefit of television programme makers everywhere that human beings remain such a flawed species. Nowhere is this better exhibited than on Channel 4’s true crime series 24 Hours in Police Custody . Ever since it debuted on our screens back in 2014, the fly-on-the-wall series has compelled us in ways that fictional cop shows can only dream of, simply because all of it is so horribly and tangibly real. The tacit suggestion is that becoming a victim could happen to any of us tomorrow, so be careful out there. The latest episode, titled The Murder Messages , focused on social media and introduced us to Megan and Dan, a young couple whose lives, we were told, had been shattered by a series of anonymous online attacks that rapidly escalated into death threats. Shortly after they split up, each was targeted via Facebook , Snapchat and WhatsApp . Random acquaintances would then receive messages saying that Dan had just murdered Megan, and could they call the police for Dan, who was too scared to do so himself. Others suggested that Megan had killed her children. Police were repeatedly dispatched to their homes, where they found them both unharmed and shocked by such unfounded accusations. But who had mounted the campaign, and why? Rookie detective Emily Richardson was sent to investigate – her first big case. DC Richardson was not someone made for television. She was neither showy nor flash, and not at all brash; even Vicky McClure would struggle to play her in a dramatised account. Instead, this quiet and shy thirtysomething – who had previously worked in insurance but now wanted to do “something with purpose” – diligently questioned the couple and those close to them in pursuit of unravelling the mystery. “I need a drink,” she said at the end of a long day, immediately clarifying: “Water, I mean.” Read Next Anisah Ahmed now: What happened after she tried to frame and destroy ex-lover Social media is increasingly being used to facilitate stalking and make people’s lives a living hell. We were told that threats made online weren’t always empty – one in two stalkers ultimately carry out their written intimidations. When Dan – a man with two face tattoos and great hollow rings beneath his eyes – began acting increasingly strangely, he was brought in for further questioning. He was happy to talk, he said, because he was innocent, a victim himself. He did not require a lawyer, but rather held up his hands in a show of full transparency. But then the police searched his phone and found a trail of threatening messages he’d failed to delete. “I might have lied to you,” he admitted. Not exactly a “criminal mastermind”. Dan had been in love with Megan, he explained, and she’d spurned him, ending the relationship. He wanted to terrify her so that she would come running back to him, their love rekindled. In his eyes, he was simply being romantic. Dan was arrested but granted bail, and he agreed to be interviewed for the documentary while awaiting trial. God knows why. “Love is shit, women are shit, stay single,” he offered, before later adding: “Nothing is going to stop me getting where I want to go.” DC Richardson’s superior told us that only five per cent of stalking charges result in convictions, and that four out of five stalkers will continue to harass their victims. Dan was sentenced to three years and nine months in prison, but Megan was left alone to pick up the pieces of her life. Her phone has taken on a new significance as a weapon that could be used against her at any time, by anyone. 24 Hours in Police Custody is always unsettling, but thanks to the ubiquity of our smartphones , this instalment was particularly discomforting. ‘ 24 Hours in Police Custody ‘ is streaming on Channel 4
Sempra Named Among Newsweek's 'Most Responsible Companies'Solid-state battery developer shared another critical milestone today: its “Cobra” separator production process has been developed, delivered, installed, and is ready for initial separator processing. The achievement was the last item on QuantumScape’s list of goals for 2024, putting it on track to produce a higher volume of samples of its flagship commercial solid-state battery, the QSE-5. Every few months, solid-state technology specialist QuantumScape graces the public with a progress update, which is almost always interesting. While many companies are developing solid-state batteries en route to a potential paradigm shift in electric mobility brought on by scaled production and (hopefully) cost parity with existing battery technologies, QuantumScape has proven time and again that it is one of the leaders in that quest, and could go down in history as the one who paved the way to a future in which EVs go farther, charge faster, and have zero risk of fire. That’s easier said than done, and QuantumScape has been very open about how much work still needs to be done until it gets there. That said, milestones like today’s news are encouraging and provide evidence that QuantumScape is closer than ever to delivering its first commercial solid-state product to OEMs. Per QuantumScape, its next-generation heat treatment equipment for its separator production process, nicknamed “Cobra,” and installation and is ready to begin initial separator processing for solid-state cells. Cobra is a new ceramic solid-state separator production technique that will aid QuantumScape in both scalability and cost-efficiency as it progresses toward commercial cell production. The process results from years of advanced R&D and will enable QuantumScape to manufacture its solid-state battery technology at a gigawatt-hour scale. Per QS co-founder and CTO Tim Holme: Cobra is a true breakthrough in ceramics manufacturing, and it will pave the way for the scale-up of our battery technology. I’m delighted with how the team has overcome challenges and kept the process roll-out on track this year. Cobra follows QuantumScape’s Raptor production process for solid-state cells, which began ramping up operations earlier this year as part of the company’s 2024 list of goals. Cobra’s completion and integration marks a completed list with 26 days left to spare: With Cobra ready to join the solid-state cell production process, QuantumScape says it remains on schedule to deliver higher-volume samples of its QSE-5 solid-state cell in 2025. Per the company, that is a significant step toward commercializing solid-state batteries for EVs. We’re still far from seeing QuantumScape’s commercial-grade solid-state products powering EVs, yet we are closer than ever. Seeing more QSE-5 cells being tested by automakers will be huge as they learn their true capabilities and how to best integrate them into future EV platforms. and subscribe to the . Scooter Doll is a writer, designer and tech enthusiast born in Chicago and based on the West Coast. When he’s not offering the latest tech how tos or insights, he’s probably watching Chicago sports. Please send any tips or suggestions, or dog photos to him at scooter@9to5mac.com
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Jihadist rebels took control of Hama, Syria , in another critical blow for the government of President Bashar Assad. After November's surprise blitz in Idlib, Syria, anti-government forces took Syria's second-largest city, Aleppo, almost without a fight. Assad's Syrian Arab Army withdrew south to Hama to consolidate its defensive lines, seemingly stabilizing the front around the strategic city. The forces of Hayat Tahrir al Sham, an outgrowth of al Qaeda, surprised the world once again by launching a renewed offensive against Hama. The offensive broke through SAA defensive lines around Hama in a pincer movement , leading to its withdrawal from the city Thursday. "During the past hours, with the intensification of confrontations between our soldiers and terrorist groups and the rise of a number of martyrs among our forces, these groups were able to penetrate several axes in the city and enter it, despite suffering heavy losses in their ranks," the general command of the army and armed forces of the SAA said in a statement . "In order to preserve the lives of civilians in Hama and not to involve them in battles inside the cities, the military units stationed there redeployed and repositioned themselves outside the city," they added. The statement maintained that the SAA will work to reclaim the areas. Videos published on social media showed HTS forces being greeted by supporters upon entering the city. One of their first moves was to open the prisons to free political prisoners. Videos show hundreds of inmates being greeted by supporters. Footage of clashes shows armored columns of HTS-led forces speeding through SAA lines, leading to a flight of SAA soldiers. In one video, panicked SAA vehicles are intercepted by HTS tanks and other armored fighting vehicles, being driven off the road or run over. The loss of Hama is a massive blow to the Assad government, with the city possessing great strategic and symbolic value. On a strategic level, the city was the government's last major population center before Homs, a hub that connects the M5 motorway to the capital and Syria's access to the Mediterranean Sea. If Homs is taken, Syria will effectively be split in two. The coastline is also the regime's heartland, possessing the greatest share of Alawites and Christians — Assad's biggest supporters. On a symbolic level, Hama was the sight of the brutal crushing of an Islamist uprising by the Muslim Brotherhood in 1982 by Assad's father, Hafez al Assad. In the nearly monthlong siege, the SAA surrounded and bombarded the city into submission, killing an estimated 10,000 to 40,000 people. The legacy of the incident played prominently in the 2011 protests and ensuing civil war, feeding a feeling of resentment among the rebels. It also served as a byword for government brutality, with older Syrians warning that Bashar Assad would "do Hama again" if the youth protested. More directly, Muslim Brotherhood survivors served as direct inspirations for many Islamist movements that have taken up arms in the country's civil war. Disciples of one prominent Syrian Muslim Brotherhood member, Abul-Abbas al Shami, went on to found the Ahrar al Sham Islamic Movement, a powerful militant group that helped take Hama on Thursday. In his first video statement announcing the taking of Hama, HTS Emir Abu Mohammad al Julani referenced the 1982 uprising. "I have good news for you, my brothers, that your brothers, the Mujahideen revolutionaries, have begun to enter the city of Hama to cleanse that wound that has continued in Syria for 40 years," he said. Keeping with his rebrand toward moderation, he said it was a conquest "free of revenge" and a "conquest entirely of mercy and love." In a decree Monday, Julani, who once served as head of Syria's al Qaeda affiliate, declared , “In the future Syria, we believe that diversity is our strength, not a weakness.” Shortly after the fall of Hama, the Syrian Arab News Agency reported that Damascus's air defenses had shot down several enemy drones — the first-ever drone attack by rebels against the capital. The situation is worse for Bashar Assad than at any time since September 2015. Its savior at that time, Russia, is assisting with some air assets and missile strikes but is largely distracted by its war in Ukraine. Bashar Assad's main hope is Iran and its proxy militias, which are reeling from recent fighting against Israel. Hezbollah and some Iraqi Shiite militias have reportedly been deployed to Syria in recent days but are largely defensive in posture. A Hezbollah fighter and Iraqi militia commanders speaking with the Washington Post said they are waiting for orders for their next move. Iran sent thousands of proxy fighters to assist Bashar Assad in the early years of the country's civil war, but such forces may not be enough to save the SAA. Footage from recent fighting shows massive quantities of Syrian tanks, equipment, and armored vehicles seemingly abandoned. Bashar Assad's recent decree granting a 50% raise in base salaries for SAA military personnel may not be sufficient. The Iranian government is now floating the prospect of a direct military intervention. “If the Syrian government wants us to deploy troops in Syria, we’ll consider their request,” Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in an interview with the United Kingdom-based newspaper Al Araby Al Jadeed. The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps is already heavily embedded in Syria, with Israel killing many top commanders in strikes within the country. The Iraqi government, closely linked with Iran, is also floating the possibility of an intervention. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Bashar Assad received the public backing of the most prestigious group in the Muslim world of the Iranian-led Axis of Resistance — the Houthis. Houthi Spokesman Mohammed al Bukhaiti said in a Tuesday statement that Bashar Assad was the only Arab head of state who hadn't abandoned the Palestinian and Lebanese cause and that the offensive's "ultimate goal" was to "cut off the resistance’s supply route in service of Israel." Hezbollah also reiterated its support, with newly inaugurated Secretary-General Naim Qassem saying in a Thursday speech that the group would "stand with Syria to thwart this aggression." He denounced HTS and its allies as "tools of Israel and America."
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants organization got exactly what it deserved in getting blown out by Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Giants were embarrassed in Sunday's 30-7 loss , taunted by Mayfield after a touchdown run just before halftime. And then they saw their fans walk out on them again when the Bucs extended their lead to 30-0 and sent New York (2-9) to its sixth straight loss. The losing streak is the longest for the Giants since 2019, when they dropped a franchise-record nine straight games to finish 4-12. That led to the firing of coach Pat Shurmur after two seasons. Third-year coach Brian Daboll is clearly in trouble, with the Giants guaranteed a second straight losing season. They were 6-11 in a 2023 season that featured a lot of injuries. Daboll, who denies he has lost the team, isn't the only one whose job is in jeopardy. General manager Joe Schoen is on the hot seat and so is this entire franchise, which is celebrating its 100th year. It's one thing to lose. It's quite another to give up, and that's what the organization did when it decided to bench Daniel Jones a week ago and then release him on Friday after the 27-year-old asked co-owner John Mara to let him walk away. While he wasn't playing well, Jones was the Giants' best quarterback. He gave them more a of chance to win than either Tommy DeVito or Drew Lock. Removing him from the picture was all but certain to make the Giants worse, even if it was a good business decision. If Jones was hurt and unable the pass his physical before the 2025 season, the team would have been on the hook for a $23 million cap hit. The problem is the players care about now. By getting rid of Jones and elevating DeVito to the starting role, the front office was telling the team it didn't care about winning with seven games left in the season. So the players gave a lackluster effort. Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence called the team soft. Rookie receiver Malik Nabers said he was sick of losing. Left tackle Jermaine Eluemunor said he saw a lack of effort by some players. What they all were saying was they were angry at being betrayed. Money is never more important than winning, and the Giants made that mistake. At this point in the season? Nothing. The offense once again. The Giants have scored a league-low 163 points, including only 60 in six games at MetLife Stadium, where they are winless this season. They have scored in double figures at home twice. Daboll's team has been held scoreless in the first half in three of 11 games and it has been held without a first-half touchdown seven times. Daboll said he will continue to call the offensive plays. S Tyler Nubin. The rookie has had a team-high 12 tackles in each of the last two games. His 81 tackles for the season are just two behind team leader Bobby Okereke. RB Tyrone Tracy. The rookie leads Giants running backs with 587 yards on 116 carries — a 5.1-yard average for the fifth-round pick. But holding onto the ball has been a big issue. Tracy's fumble in overtime cost New York a chance to win in Germany against Carolina. He also lost the ball in the third quarter at the Bucs 5-yard line with New York down 23-0. It earned him a seat on the bench. LT Jermaine Eluemunor (quad) and OLB Azeez Ojulari (toe) left Sunday's game in the first quarter. Chris Hubbard filled in at tackle and the Giants luckily got back DL Kayvon Thibodeaux this past week after he missed five games with a broken wrist. DeVito was banged up but Daboll expects him to start against the Cowboys. 10 — The Giants have gone 10 consecutive games without an interception, tying the NFL record held by the 1976-77 San Francisco 49ers and the 2017 Oakland — now Las Vegas — Raiders. The Giants and Raiders now share the single-season mark. A national showcase on Thanksgiving Day for the NFC-worst Giants at Dallas. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFLGene Taylor Dodd
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By MEAD GRUVER and AMY BETH HANSON, Associated Press A judge on Monday rejected a request to block a San Jose State women’s volleyball team member from playing in a conference tournament on grounds that she is transgender. Monday’s ruling by U.S. Magistrate Judge S. Kato Crews in Denver will allow the player, who has played all season, to continue competing in the Mountain West Conference women’s championship scheduled for later this week in Las Vegas. The ruling comes after a lawsuit was filed by nine current players who are suing the Mountain West Conference to challenge the league’s policies for allowing transgender players to participate. The players argued that letting her compete was a safety risk and unfair. Related Articles While some media have reported those and other details, neither San Jose State nor the forfeiting teams have confirmed the school has a trans women’s volleyball player. The Associated Press is withholding the player’s name because she has not publicly commented on her gender identity. School officials also have declined an interview request with the player. Judge Crews referred to the athlete as an “alleged transgender” player in his ruling and noted that no defendant disputed that San Jose State rosters a transgender woman volleyball player. He said the players who filed the complaint could have sought relief much earlier, noting that the individual universities had acknowledged that not playing their games against San Jose State this season would result in a forfeit in league standings. He also said injunctions are meant to preserve the status quo. The conference policy regarding forfeiting for refusing to play against a team with a transgender player had been in effect since 2022 and the San Jose State player has been on the roster since 2022 – making that the status quo. The player competed at the college level three previous seasons, including two for San Jose State, drawing little attention. This season’s awareness of her identity led to an uproar among some players, pundits, parents and politicians in a political campaign year. The tournament starts Wednesday and continues Friday and Saturday. San Jose State is seeded second. The judge’s order maintains the seedings and pairings for the tournament. Several teams refused to play against San Jose State during the season, earning losses in the official standings. Boise State and Wyoming each had two forfeits while Utah State and Nevada both had one. Southern Utah, a member of the Western Athletic Conference, was first to cancel against San Jose State this year. Nevada’s players stated they “refuse to participate in any match that advances injustice against female athletes,” without providing further details. Crews served as a magistrate judge in Colorado’s U.S. District Court for more than five years before President Joe Biden appointed him to serve as a federal judge in January of this year. Gruver reported from Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Hanson from Helena, Montana.The Xiaomi SU7, an electric vehicle (EV), is now on display at Place Vendôme, showcasing the future of mobility. Intertec, the official distributor of Xiaomi smartphones and smart products in Qatar, presented the SU7 to the public. Its longstanding partnership with Xiaomi ensures that customers in Qatar can experience the brand’s latest innovations firsthand. As part of the collaboration, Intertec has initiated a special demonstration of the Xiaomi SU7, allowing visitors to explore the vehicle’s advanced features, performance, and design. The initiative aims to introduce the next generation of electric mobility to the Qatari market, combining Xiaomi’s cutting-edge technology with Intertec’s local expertise. Intertec Group managing director Abdulla Khalifa A T al-Subaey said that the showcase of the Xiaomi SU7 Max in Qatar represents a significant step in the ongoing partnership with Xiaomi. The collaboration reflects a strong commitment to introducing innovative products and services that align with Xiaomi’s vision for the future, he added. “Intertec’s strength is rooted in its robust partnerships and proven track record of delivering excellence across diverse industries,” said Intertec Group chief financial officer George Thomas. “By introducing the Xiaomi SU7 Max in Qatar, we are reinforcing our strong commitment to our partnership with Xiaomi,” said Intertec Group senior chief operating officer Asraf N K.Atria Investments Inc Purchases Shares of 8,226 CarGurus, Inc. (NASDAQ:CARG)