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Laser Reprograms Ultrathin Optical Device Without Electrodes, Pointing to Low-Power Light Control

Researchers have demonstrated an ultrathin optical device that can be temporarily reprogrammed by laser light without electrodes, a step that could simplify how future photonic systems are controlled. The work, reported through Phys.org and related university and science-release channels, uses dyed liquid crystals to enable light-only switching of optical behavior, with potential relevance for energy-efficient sensing, communications, and climate-tech instrumentation.

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World Politics & Diplomacy1h ago

Merz Under Pressure as Germany's Political and Economic Identity Frays

Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing mounting pressure after a bruising run of regional election results exposed deep unease inside Germany's governing coalition and among voters. Beyond the immediate political crisis, the setbacks reflect a broader national reckoning over immigration, industrial decline, energy costs and the fading certainties that once defined modern Germany.

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Global Society & Public AffairsSept 26, 2026

As Merz Scrambles for Support, Germany's Identity Crisis Is Laid Bare

In the wake of growing economic uncertainty and rising migration concerns, Germany faces a pivotal moment as voters increasingly turn away from centrist parties. Friedrich Merz's leadership struggles highlight the deepening identity crisis within the nation.

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National Governance & Policy6h ago

Workplace equality must be built, not declared, says Charu Sinha in Hyderabad

An equal workplace cannot be created by announcement alone and must instead be built by identifying and correcting the inequalities embedded in everyday systems, DG Charu Sinha said in Hyderabad on Saturday. Speaking at a panel on inclusive workspaces, she urged institutions to make exclusion visible, amplify women's voices and confront the subtle biases that continue to shape access to leadership, recognition and pay.

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National Governance & Policy8h ago

China's Local Governments Race to Turn AI Video Into a New Industrial Engine

China is rapidly transforming AI-generated video from a niche creative tool into a state-backed industry, with cities from Shenzhen to Beijing offering subsidies, cheap rent and computing support to lure filmmakers and startups. The push mirrors Beijing's broader industrial policy model, but early signs of overcapacity and falling prices suggest the sector may soon face the same pressures that have hit other heavily subsidized industries.

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India Sports & Cricket9h ago

AFI Demands Answers After Jyothi Yarraji, Praveen Chhitravel Pull Out of Asian Games Events

The Athletics Federation of India has launched a sharp inquiry after hurdler Jyothi Yarraji and triple jumper Praveen Chhitravel failed to compete in their Asian Games events in Nagoya on Saturday. AFI spokesperson Adille Sumariwalla said the federation had been assured both athletes were fit to start, calling the late withdrawals "unacceptable" and insisting someone must be held answerable.

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World Politics & Diplomacy11h ago

Review Finds Security Lapses at Utah Campus Where Charlie Kirk Was Killed

An independent review has concluded that Utah Valley University and event organizers made a series of security missteps before conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot dead on campus last year. The report says the university failed to complete a proper written security assessment and event action plan, while coordination with Kirk's private security team broke down in the run-up to the outdoor appearance.

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World Politics & Diplomacy8m ago

White House Bars CNN From Air Force One Trip as Trump Escalates Media Clash

The White House has barred CNN from travelling with President Donald Trump on Air Force One for a trip to Tennessee, intensifying an already volatile confrontation between the administration and major news organizations. The move comes days after a federal judge said Trump's restrictions on some outlets were likely unconstitutional and after the White House briefly restored access to regular television coverage.

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World Politics & Diplomacy1h ago

Kratom, the 'Gas Station Heroin' Raising Alarm in the U.S., Draws Fresh Scrutiny After Student Deaths

Kratom, a Southeast Asian plant sold widely in the United States as a supplement, is facing renewed scrutiny after investigators found packaged kratom in the possession of two deceased University of Mississippi students. While officials have not attributed the deaths to the substance, the episode has intensified warnings about a product that is legal in some states, unregulated at the federal level and increasingly available in convenience stores, petrol stations and vape shops. Advocates describe it as a pain-relief lifeline; critics warn that its opioid-like effects and inconsistent contents can make it dangerous.

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