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CATL’s Sodium-Ion EV Battery Loves The Cold

The battery world wasn’t bullish about sodium-ion EV batteries until top Chinese battery companies went all in on the tech. Why bother with a new chemistry when lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) are already powering millions of EVs, are constantly improving, and are widely available?

InsideEVs

Is salt the next big thing in wellness? Why it can actually be good for you

For years, we were told salt was a dietary enemy. But should we actually be consuming more of it? Madeleine Spencer investigates

Evening Standard

The fruit that’s better at lowering blood pressure than cutting salt

Nearly a third of adults worldwide are affected by high blood pressure and its complications

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What’s the difference between baking powder and baking soda? It’s subtle, but significant

There is something special about sharing baked goods with family, friends and colleagues. But I’ll never forget the disappointment of serving my colleagues rhubarb muffins that had failed to rise. They were dense, rubbery and an embarrassment to the reputation of chemists as good cooks (#ChemistsWhoCook feeds on social media…

The Conversation

I’ve just discovered I’m a super salty sweater, and it explains everything about my running

A sweat test and a training session in a heat chamber with a Marathon des Sables winner reveals I need to rethink everything

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'Massive ship came from out of the blue': Sailor describes dramatic escape from tanker as vessels crashed in North Sea

Sailor tells of dramatic escape from vessel collision in North Sea as scientists say crash could be ‘devastating’ to marine wildlife

Evening Standard

No containers of sodium cyanide on North Sea crash vessel, owner says

Shipping company Ernst Russ said Solong has empty containers previously used to transport the ‘hazardous chemical’.

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Jet fuel and burning ship: What are the environmental risks after North Sea collision?

Experts warn any spill could severely affect marine life, seabirds, and fragile ecosystems in and around the Humber Estuary

The Independent UK

What is sodium cyanide? Experts explain health and environmental risks of North Sea spill

A North Sea cargo ship collision has resulted in ongoing fires, prompting fears over potential health and environmental impacts

Evening Standard

What We Know About The North Sea Tanker Collision

Jet fuel caught fire and leaked into the North Sea on Monday after a cargo ship reportedly carrying sodium cyanide hit a tanker chartered by the US military off the British coast.

International Business Times

What Nutrition Labels Really Tell Us — And How To Read One Like An Expert

Chemists, nutritionists, and food scientists help us make sense of the back of the box, starting with a Nutri-grain bar — and other common food products.

Inverse

People are adding salt to their water in hopes of helping their hydration and digestion. Are the health benefits real?

Here’s what a registered dietitian wants you to know.

Fortune

Adding salt to your water is trending, so I tried it — and here's what happened after just two weeks

What does adding salt to your water do to your body? We tested it out for 14 days to see the benefits and drawbacks.

Tom’s Guide

Chinese-Made Chemical Shipment Signals Iran's Missile Production Resumes

Iran receives sodium perchlorate for missile production, potentially enhancing its capabilities. China's involvement highlights economic ties, while the US...

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Is a new painkiller too good to be true?

Meet suzetrigine, a non-opioid that promises to avoid addiction risk. But some experts say it can't replace opioids

Tom’s Hardware

RTX 4090 liquid cooled with 12,000 BTU air conditioner, RTX 5090 up next — GPU runs at 20C

A Chinese techtuber has designed a liquid-cooled PC system that hooks up to a household air conditioner unit instead of a PC-mounted radiator.

Evening Standard

Safety Commissioner highlights ‘injustice’ over lack of redress for mesh scandal

Thousands of women were harmed after being fitted with pelvic mesh.

The Conversation

First new non-opioid painkiller approved in the US for decades – here’s how it works

A new non-opioid painkiller, suzetrigine, has just been approved by the US drug regulator, the FDA. It is the first non-opioid painkiller the agency has approved in over two decades.

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Why the WHO has recommended switching to a healthier salt alternative

This week the World Health Organization (WHO) released new guidelines recommending people switch the regular salt they use at home for substitutes containing less sodium.

LiveScience

What is alkaline water, and does it have any benefits?

Despite the health claims surrounding alkaline water, scientific evidence suggests its purported benefits may be overhyped.

Marie Claire

Salt water is the latest viral TikTok must-try promising to boost hydration and more - so, does it work?

Is this the easy - and cheap - solution for keeping hydrated?

Fortune

6 foods that could be making you age faster

New research shows how your diet may also play a role in how well you age.

Ideal Home

What is sugar soap? The £5 DIY essential you need for perfectly prepped walls for painting

This DIY hero is the key to achieving a perfectly painted wall

Evening Standard

Best salt tablets for runners: Replenishing supplements to power through long runs

Replenish lost minerals while maximising your recovery

Homes & Gardens

5 non-toxic alternatives to borax for cleaning – some of them are already in your pantry

From baking soda to lemon juice, cleaning experts share the natural alternatives they love

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