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Lilium to sell 100 electric flying taxis to Saudi’s airline

Lilium is on the verge of selling 100 electric flying taxis to Saudi Arabia’s state-owned airline, Saudia, finalizing a framework deal set up in late 2022.

Lithium ion batteries a growing source of pollution in the US

A novel sub-class of per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) in lithium ion batteries is a growing source of pollution in air and water.The findings were published in a peer-reviewed study in Nature Communications this week.

Chinese EV company BYD invests $1 billion to open car plant in Turkey

China makes a $1 billion deal with Turkey to build EVs in Turkey circumventing EU tariffs imposed on Chinese electric cars.

SingAuto building commercial EV park in Abu Dhabi for self-driving vans

The UAE declares that it aims to lead smart transport systems, with initiatives like the Dubai Autonomous Transportation Strategy, seeking to transform 25% of the Emirate's transportation to autonomous mode by 2030.

Dubai police add Tesla Cybertruck to its crime-fighting fleet

The Dubai Police General Command in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) showed off addition of an all-electric Tesla Cybertruck to its tourist police patrol fleet.

Drinking on a plane can hurt your heart, new research

Sometimes about the only place you feel like drinking is when you are stuck for 12 hours on a long-haul flight. But researchers from Germany suggest that all people, young and old, should avoid alcohol on flights. They say that combined with cabin pressure, the alcohol puts too much pressure on your heart.

Egypt developing green methanol fueling stations with Abu Dhabi’s AD Ports

AD Ports Group, the operator of industrial cities and free zones in Abu Dhabi, is spearheading a consortium to develop a green methanol plant in Egypt.

Saudi prince buys a Cybertruck

The Saudi prince shows off his Cybertruck. It's better than a white gold Mercedes.

10 Things to Take into Account When Booking a Flight

The process of reserving a flight involves many steps. There are several details to consider, such as layover times, baggage allowances, and travel dates. But if you approach it step by step, it doesn't have to be intimidating. 

Dubai’s building the world’s largest airport for $35 Billion

Leaders in the UAE are hoping the Al Maktoum Airport expansion will boost Dubai's real estate, especially in Dubai South.

Can sustainable aviation fuel SAFs save consumers from German green tax on flying?

As Germany puts a 20% tax on passengers flying on commercial airline travel starting May, we need a stronger push and investment in green fuel for consumers so they can get flying without taxing the environment. Can SAFs lead the way?

Luxury train by the Orient Express heading to Egypt

Travelers usually take a slow boat down the Nile but soon a new luxury slow mode of travel will be available for seeing Egypt's ancient sites and wonders: 

Qatar aims for 100% electric public transport: will anyone use it?

In a country that honors the private vehicle and its wealth from oil and gas, in a twist of opposite expectations Qatar says it plans on making all public transportation electric by 2030.

What Impact Does Technology Have on the Marine Industry?

Generally, the maritime industry has played a crucial role in the transportation and global trade sectors for many years. Like in other industries, the...

Saudi Arabia’s slow, luxury train through the desert

Saudi Arabia unveils high-end rail travel: Saudi Arabia Railways has collaborated with Italy's Arsenale Group to launch a luxurious "Dream of the Desert" train, marking the kingdom's foray into the luxury train market. Starting operations in late 2025, this train will offer scenic journeys across Saudi Arabia's deserts from Riyadh to Qurayyat, featuring 40 custom luxury cabins and embracing the growing trend of sustainable, slow travel.

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Good gardens start with good seeds. Learn how to choose reliable seed companies, avoid poor-quality seeds, understand heirloom and hybrid varieties, and store seeds for better germination.

La Profumoteca :The Sicilian perfume shop that remembered my daughter’s first scent In 2019

Seven years after creating her first perfume in a small Sicilian shop, my daughter had just three drops left. A family-owned perfumer in Palermo helped us recover the scent of her childhood.

Beyond the Beetle Bag: Pilsok transforms car airbags into a jacket that honours Ukrainian rescuers

Ukrainian design studio Pilsok, known for its popular Beetle backpack, transforms discarded car airbags into a striking designer jacket honouring Ukraine's emergency rescuers.

PeaceTech is the next CleanTech. And we’ve been building it for decades.

From the forests of Ontario to sea turtle conservation in Lebanon and water cooperation across the Middle East, Green Prophet founder Karin Kloosterman argues that CleanTech, EnviroTech and AgTech are already building the foundations of PeaceTech.

China brings back battery swapping for electric trucks. Remember Shai Agassi and Better Place? We do

CATL is building thousands of battery-swap stations for electric trucks. Can China succeed where Israel's $850 million Better Place experiment failed?

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Where Should You Buy Seeds for Planting?

Good gardens start with good seeds. Learn how to choose reliable seed companies, avoid poor-quality seeds, understand heirloom and hybrid varieties, and store seeds for better germination.

La Profumoteca :The Sicilian perfume shop that remembered my daughter’s first scent In 2019

Seven years after creating her first perfume in a small Sicilian shop, my daughter had just three drops left. A family-owned perfumer in Palermo helped us recover the scent of her childhood.

Beyond the Beetle Bag: Pilsok transforms car airbags into a jacket that honours Ukrainian rescuers

Ukrainian design studio Pilsok, known for its popular Beetle backpack, transforms discarded car airbags into a striking designer jacket honouring Ukraine's emergency rescuers.

PeaceTech is the next CleanTech. And we’ve been building it for decades.

From the forests of Ontario to sea turtle conservation in Lebanon and water cooperation across the Middle East, Green Prophet founder Karin Kloosterman argues that CleanTech, EnviroTech and AgTech are already building the foundations of PeaceTech.

China brings back battery swapping for electric trucks. Remember Shai Agassi and Better Place? We do

CATL is building thousands of battery-swap stations for electric trucks. Can China succeed where Israel's $850 million Better Place experiment failed?

Rainwater nowhere is safe to drink

As winter rains approach the Middle East, scientists warn that PFAS forever chemicals contaminate rainwater worldwide, even in Antarctica.

Elon Musk’s flying Tesla Roadster is here. My 13-year-old son thinks it’s the future

My 13-year-old son told me about Elon Musk's flying Tesla Roadster while we were hiking. Could flying electric cars transform our cities, reduce roads and make more room for trees?

Why Elon Musk giving every American child a SpaceX share is a beautiful, green idea

Elon Musk's plan to give every American child a SpaceX share could inspire a new generation to explore space, understand investing and imagine a more sustainable future.
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