Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
Laxmi Organic Industries commissions Phase 1 of synthetic organic chemicals facility

Two Seas Capital Highlights Significant Value Upside For Core Scientific Shareholders If They Reject The Proposed Sale To Coreweave
The accelerating AI build-out is driving insatiable demand for power and high-performance computing ("HPC") assets and shows no signs of slowing.Since Core Scientific and CoreWeave announced their intention to combine more than three months ago,...

Azerbaijan's Baku Set To Host 2Nd Meeting Of OTS Industry, Science, And Tech Ministers
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 17. Azerbaijan's Baku will host the 2nd Meeting of the Ministers of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) on October 23-24, Trend reports,...

Award for scheme to get children into science
An outreach programme aimed at encouraging children to take up careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (Stem) has won an award. Northumbria University's NUSTEM scheme for children in the north-east of England has been recognised by...

Pharmacists Accuse FG Of Favoring Doctors, Demand Equity In Health Sector
1 Kazeem Awojoodu The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) has called on the Federal Government to urgently address what it describes as longstanding favoritism towards medical doctors in the administration of the country’s health sector. PSN...

Scientists develop game-changing 'jelly ice' to combat dangerous issue in food supply: 'That's an advantage compared to regular ice'
Keeping food cold often comes with a hidden problem: Traditional ice melts, leaving puddles that can dilute drinks, damage products, or even spread dangerous bacteria. Now, researchers at the University of California, Davis, have created "jelly...

Scientists develop mind-blowing technique to 3D-print entire 3-course meal: 'It seems only natural'
"Food is something that we all interact with and personalize on a daily basis." by Daysia TolentinoOctober 18, 2025 One research team has developed a groundbreaking technique to 3D-print a three-course meal using multi-wavelength laser cooking....

Does Okra Cause Infertility In Men? What Science Says
In recent months, social media has been buzzing with debates about whether eating okra locally called ila can cause infertility in men. Some claim it lowers sperm count, while others argue it’s a harmless, even healthy, vegetable. But what does...

Pharmacy academy inducts 14 new Fellows, honours six others
The Nigeria Academy of Pharmacy (NAPharm) has inducted 14 new Fellows and honoured six professionals for their contributions to health, research, and pharmaceutical practice in the country. The ceremony took place in Lagos and also featured the...

Exploreum Science Center holds Monster Ball Saturday
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Halloween is less than two weeks away, but the Exploreum Science Center got into the spirit Saturday in downtown Mobile with some interesting demonstrations. They included exploding pumpkins. Several hundred people came out...

Scientists develop new blood test that detects over 50 types of cancer early
A groundbreaking blood test capable of detecting more than 50 types of cancer has shown promising results in trials, correctly identifying the disease in nearly two-thirds of cases it flagged. The test, known as Galleri, is currently being...

Startups, industry to connect at ESTIC-2025
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, on Saturday said that the upcoming Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025) is a stage for young innovators, startups and...
Industry Briefs 10-20-25
Company news information may be sent to brice.w@thecityjournals.com. COMMUNICATIONS • All West Communications, a Kamas-based Internet service provider, has changed its name to All West Fiber. The company said the change “reflects the company’s...

Scientists Develop New Water-Efficient Rice Varieties That Could Increase Farmers' Yield By 15%
The breakthrough varieties incorporate 19 crucial traits, including anaerobic germination, enhanced yield potential, robust seedlings, and resistance to lodging. (Photo Source: Canva) Indian farmers could soon access new high-yielding rice...

BTech in Computer Science vs BCA: Which will you choose for emerging tech careers in AI, IoT, Blockchain
(‘The Right Choice’ is a series by The Indian Express that addresses common questions, misconceptions, and doubts surrounding undergraduate admissions. You can read the stories here.) In the modern world, where everything is technologically...

Scientists Discover New Use for Coffee Grounds, Transforming Waste Into Valuable Resource for Everyday Applications
IN A NUTSHELL 🌍 Scientists discover a sustainable use for coffee grounds in construction. ♻️ Pyrolyzing transforms coffee waste into biochar, enhancing concrete strength. 🏗️ This innovation reduces dependency on natural sand for construction...

Your Cannabis Habits May Be Written in Your DNA, Scientists Say
A massive genetic study led by UC San Diego and 23andMe has uncovered dozens of genes tied to cannabis use, revealing deep links between genetics, brain function, and health. Credit: Shutterstock Genetic links between cannabis use and various...

Scientists develop blood test that detects over 50 types of cancer
A new research from North America has found a simple blood test capable of detecting more than 50 types of cancer. Results from a trial involving 25,000 adults in the United States and Canada show that the Galleri test, developed by American...

Tampa elementary students get a taste for engineering at HCPS "Science Olympics"
TAMPA, Fla. — Hillsborough County Public Schools hosted its annual district-wide “Science Olympics” at the Museum of Science and Industry in Tampa on Saturday. Kindergarteners through fifth graders faced each other in friendly engineering...

Science The Brighter Side of News First-ever, pill-sized, bioprinter can be swallowed for surgery-free internal healing
In a breakthrough that can reshape the treatment of internal injuries, scientists have created a swallowable printer that can print living tissue in the body to mend damaged tissue—no surgery required. The gadget, dubbed the Magnetic Endoluminal...