(opens original source in a new tab)YourStoryPatience, practice, persistence: Tips on creative success from the Art Bengaluru CollectiveIn this photo essay, we feature more highlights from the Art Bengaluru Collective’s exhibition, along with artists’ insights. (opens original source in a new tab)8 August 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaR&D 100 Awards Honor 4 NLR InnovationsR&D World magazine yesterday presented the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) with four of its annual R&D 100 Awards for research innovations. Including this year’s winners, NLR has received 80 R&D 100 Awards since 1982. Given annually, the R&D 100 Awards honor the 100 ... [continued] The post R&D 100 Awards Honor 4 NLR Innovations appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)US Department of Energy·8 August 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaThe Road To Green Hydrogen Is Paved With Green DeuteriumThe US startup Aternium aims to crack the green hydrogen code with a new electrolysis system powered by renewable energy and co-producing deuterium. The post The Road To Green Hydrogen Is Paved With Green Deuterium appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)Tina Casey·8 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaRajasthan Reviews Indigenous Low-Emission Road Maintenance TechnologyThe Rajasthan government has reviewed an indigenous road maintenance technology developed by the CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI) as part of efforts to improve the sustainability and durability of road infrastructure. During a presentation and live demonstration in Jaipur on 7 August 2026, officials assessed the Modified Mix Seal Surfacing Plus (MSS+) technology and an […] (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·8 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)YourStoryAI is reimagining service companies; Ola Electric narrows loss in Q1Northbound Advisors is building a proprietary AI tool with a partner, trained on eight years of work across diligences, CFO advisory, legal, tax and risk engagements. (opens original source in a new tab)8 August 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaNIO Opens Battery Swapping to Firefly and Launches 5th-Generation Swapping StationsNIO has basically stood alone in its long-term commitment to EV battery swapping technology and infrastructure. Now, its youngest sub-brand, Firefly, is getting access to these battery swapping stations. Additionally, the company is starting to roll out its new, 5th-generation battery swapping stations. Firefly, for those who haven’t followed along ... [continued] The post NIO Opens Battery Swapping to Firefly and Launches 5th-Generation Swapping Stations appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)Zachary Shahan·8 August 2026
Industry News (opens original source in a new tab)ScienceDailyTeen cannabis use linked to slower memory and thinking growthTeens who start using cannabis may experience slower growth in memory, attention, language, and processing speed. Their abilities often developed normally at first, then began leveling off while nonusers continued improving. THC appeared to be the most likely driver, especially for worsening memory. (opens original source in a new tab)8 August 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaWaymo CEO: Don’t Move Fast & Break Things With Physical AISilicon Valley and the tech industry are known for their “move fast and break things” mantra. This has been how the software industry has operated forever basically. In fact, the modus operandi has probably accelerated in recent years. Breaking things almost seems like the goal sometimes. Well, Waymo was spawned ... [continued] The post Waymo CEO: Don’t Move Fast & Break Things With Physical AI appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)Zachary Shahan·8 August 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaU.S. Battery Storage Capacity Averaged 70% Growth Over The Last Three YearsUtility-scale battery storage capacity in the United States increased significantly during the last three years, with an annual average growth rate of 70%. By the end of 2025, the U.S. power system had operational battery storage capacity of 43.6 gigawatts (GW). During the first six months of 2026, operators added another 8.3 ... [continued] The post U.S. Battery Storage Capacity Averaged 70% Growth Over The Last Three Years appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)US Energy Information Administration·8 August 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaFirst Fully Electric VW ID. ERA Vehicle — ID. ERA 5X SUVSAIC Volkswagen, a joint venture between SAIC and Volkswagen (duh) in China, has submitted a filing for the company’s first fully electric ID. ERA vehicle, the ID. ERA 5X SUV. XPENG was involved a bit too, but I’ll come back to that later. Earlier today, China’s Ministry of Industry and ... [continued] The post First Fully Electric VW ID. ERA Vehicle — ID. ERA 5X SUV appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)Zachary Shahan·8 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)South China Morning PostVisa-free entry, short flights fuel surge in weekend trips to China among South KoreansKim Ji-soo wrapped up a visit to the coastal city of Qingdao in northern China just last weekend, but she is already contemplating where she will go on her next visit. “It seemed affordable, nearby and I wanted to visit a new city,” said the 57-year-old Seoul resident, who had been to Beijing before. “I enjoyed the food and the vast space the most,” Kim said, adding that the city’s bustling energy – which she attributed in part to the number of newborns and young children with their parents –... (opens original source in a new tab)Mandy Zuo,Yulu Ao·8 August 2026
