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Monday, 5:26 AM

October 22, 2024

Good morning news friend! Stay on top of the latest developments, keeping track of the ever-evolving events around you. 📰🌟

Trump vs. Harris in Key Swing States

Polling revealed a tight race. In North Carolina, Trump leads Harris by three points, 49% to 46%.  In Georgia, Harris leads 51% to 47% in one poll, though several others show Trump ahead.

In Pennsylvania, Harris maintains a thin lead, 49% to 47%. With 19 electoral college seats, it is the largest of the swing states.

Wisconsin shows Harris with a narrow three-point lead, 50% to 47%. However, several polls depict a near tie. Finally, in Arizona, Trump leads by three points.

Over 15 million Americans have voted early, including 5.3 million in seven swing states. Democrats hold 47% of early votes, while Republicans account for 33%.

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Arkansas: Lithium Reserves Discovered

Researchers discovered lithium reserves in Arkansas. They estimate between five million and 19 million tons of lithium exist in the Smackover Formation. Enough to satisfy global demand for lithium.

In collaboration with the Arkansas government, the United States Geological Survey used water testing and machine learning to identify these reserves.

Exxon Mobil is exploring lithium extraction methods from underground brine. Researchers suggest that lithium could be extracted from the waste generated during the extraction of oil and gas.

Despite being more costly, this method may be essential for tapping into the Arkansas reserves.

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Musk's $1 Million Giveaway

Elon Musk promised a daily $1 million giveaway to one lucky voter who signs his petition supporting free speech and gun rights.

This campaign runs through his America PAC, aiming to mobilize voters in critical battleground states like Arizona, Georgia, and Pennsylvania.

However, legal experts debate whether Musk's approach violates federal laws against paying individuals to vote or register.

Pennsylvania’s governor has urged an investigation, calling the giveaway “deeply concerning.” If elected, Trump plans to appoint Musk to lead a government efficiency commission.

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Safeguarding American Data

The Justice Department announced new rules to protect American data (including financial, health, and genomic data) from foreign adversaries. They can enforce compliance through criminal and civil penalties.

This proposal aims to block China, Russia, Iran, Venezuela, Cuba, and North Korea from accessing sensitive personal information.

Key provisions include banning transactions with data brokers that intend to transfer information to these countries.

Additionally, the proposal restricts sharing human genomic data on over 100 individuals and personal health or financial data on more than 10,000 people. Precise geolocation data on over 1,000 US devices is also off-limits.

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Perovskite Crystals Solar Power

Perovskite crystals may offer a new approach to solar energy. Their efficiency surpasses traditional silicon panels due the role of lead iodide films in the growth of these crystals.

Currently, solar panels occupy nearly 10,000 square kilometers on Earth.

By the end of 2023, solar panels generated about 1,600 terawatt-hours of electricity, which constitutes roughly 6% of global energy production.

Researchers aim to enhance the performance of perovskite solar cells.  

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