Small robots help farmers check crops
Engineers have tested small robots that move between farm rows and photograph crops. Software checks the images for signs of disease and dry soil. Farmers can use the reports to re...
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Business 17 Jun 2026
Researchers extend the life of reusable batteries
Researchers have developed a charging method that may extend the useful life of reusable batteries. The method carefully changes the electrical current during charging. Longer battery life could reduce waste and operating costs.
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Short walking breaks may help office workers focus
A workplace study found that short walking breaks helped workers feel more alert. Participants walked for five minutes every hour. Researchers said larger studies are still needed.
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New sensors improve early earthquake reports
A network of new ground sensors is improving early earthquake reports. The devices send movement data to researchers within seconds. Faster information can help emergency teams und...
Scientists map a large coral nursery in the Pacific
Marine scientists have mapped a large coral nursery in the Pacific Ocean. The team used underwater cameras to count young coral and study water conditions. The findings may help fu...
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Researchers extend the life of reusable batteries
Researchers have developed a charging method that may extend the useful life of reusable batteries. The method carefully changes the electrical current during charging. Longer batt...
City library adds solar panels to cut energy costs
A public library has installed new solar panels on its roof. Officials say the project will lower electricity costs and teach visitors about clean energy. The library expects the p...
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Business 14 Jun 2026
Researchers extend the life of reusable batteries
Researchers have developed a charging method that may extend the useful life of reusable batteries. The method carefully changes the electrical current during charging. Longer battery life could reduce waste and operating costs.
5 min read
B2
A2 Daily Stories
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Small robots help farmers check crops
Engineers have tested small robots that move between farm rows and photograph crops. Software checks the images for signs of disease and dry soil. Farmers can use the reports to re...
Short walking breaks may help office workers focus
A workplace study found that short walking breaks helped workers feel more alert. Participants walked for five minutes every hour. Researchers said larger studies are still needed.
B1 Daily Stories
Everyday news English with more detail.
New sensors improve early earthquake reports
A network of new ground sensors is improving early earthquake reports. The devices send movement data to researchers within seconds. Faster information can help emergency teams und...
Scientists map a large coral nursery in the Pacific
Marine scientists have mapped a large coral nursery in the Pacific Ocean. The team used underwater cameras to count young coral and study water conditions. The findings may help fu...
B2 Daily Stories
Closer to standard news style.
Researchers extend the life of reusable batteries
Researchers have developed a charging method that may extend the useful life of reusable batteries. The method carefully changes the electrical current during charging. Longer batt...
City library adds solar panels to cut energy costs
A public library has installed new solar panels on its roof. Officials say the project will lower electricity costs and teach visitors about clean energy. The library expects the p...
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