A new method inspired by coral reefs can capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and transform it into durable, fire-resistant building materials, offering a promising solution for carbon-negative construction. The approach, developed by USC researchers and detailed in a study published in npj Advanced Manufacturing, draws inspiration from the ocean's coral reefs'
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Air Peace Airlines has cut down the travel ticket cost for London-bound travellers by N600,000, plus an exclusive one free extra luggage offer. This was disclosed on Wednesday by the head, corporate communications, Air Peace, Ejike Ndiulo. According to Ndiulo, travellers connecting from cities across Nigeria to London, till March 31, 2025,
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The federal government is set to develop a digital platform aimed at connecting trained artisans with job opportunities in the construction industry. The initiative, dubbed “Uber for Artisans,” will serve as an online marketplace, making skilled workers more visible, accessible, and efficient in delivering their services. The Minister of Housing and Urban Development,
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Harnessing moisture from the air, researchers at Northwestern University have unveiled a groundbreaking approach to tackling the persistent issue of plastic waste, specifically focusing on polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastics, a primary contributor to global plastic pollution. Through a novel, non-toxic process, the team has developed a method that not only
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Energy efficiency has emerged as a crucial component of sustainability efforts worldwide. Despite significant technological advancements, vast quantities of low-temperature waste heat produced by industrial processes remain untapped. In a groundbreaking study from Japan, researchers are delving into the potential of erythritol slurry as an innovative heat transfer medium for
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A research team at University of Limerick has developed a groundbreaking new method of producing carbon fibre while drastically reducing its energy footprint. Researchers at UL are leading a project that has developed a new method of producing carbon fibre, a high-cost light weight material used in sectors such as aerospace,
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Doing business in Nigeria is tough. While we say this all the time, nothing makes it more real than the release of annual financial reports. Take MTN Nigeria’s latest report, it shows the bruising realities faced by businesses in the country today. Take a look at the numbers. MTN Nigeria generated
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In Nigeria, the generational gap between Gen Z (born 1997–2012) and Gen X (born 1965–1980) is more than just a difference in age—it’s a story of shifting cultures, evolving values, and unique challenges. While both generations have experienced major transformations in technology, politics, and society, their perspectives are shaped by
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The Federal Ministry of Works (FMoW) and the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy (FMoCIDE) have established a Joint Standing Committee on the Protection of Fiber Optic Cables to address the persistent issue of fiber optic cuts and damages caused by road construction and rehabilitation activities. These disruptions have had
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Stanford University chemists have developed a practical, low-cost way to permanently remove atmospheric carbon dioxide, the main driver of global warming and climate change. The new process uses heat to transform common minerals into materials that spontaneously pull carbon from the atmosphere and permanently sequester it. These reactive materials can be
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