Lusaka: The European Union has strengthened its election observation mission in Zambia by deploying 32 short-term observers to the country today. Their task is to monitor preparations for the general elections, which will take place in Zambia on 13 August 2026.

Keele: Scientists at the UK’s Keele University have developed a new type of electrolyser capable of simultaneously producing green hydrogen and valuable chemicals that can be used to manufacture more sustainable plastics.

Muscat: Thumrait and Marmul are among the most suitable areas in the Sultanate of Oman for investment in green hydrogen production using wind energy, according to a study led by Dr Nafid Nasiri from the College of Engineering at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU).

Manchester: Rainwater collected from building rooftops could help cities combat extreme heat while reducing energy consumption for air conditioning.

Boston: A healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes—even in people who have already been diagnosed with high blood pressure. This is according to a large-scale study published in the peer-reviewed journal JAMA Network Open.

Brussels: The European Union is entering a new phase in the development of artificial intelligence. Following the selection of the winning EUROPA consortium in June, led by the Italian technology company Domyn, preparations are now underway to develop an open European AI model that will support all 24 official languages of the European Union.