www.france24.com

Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James A. Robinson won the 2024 Nobel memorial prize in economics "for studies of how institutions are formed and affect prosperity", the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences said on Monday.

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www.france24.com

Only 37 percent of Europe’s surface waters are in good condition, warns the European Environment Agency. Climate change, habitat degradation, freshwater overuse and pollution are key threats. "Our waters face unprecedented challenges," said EEA Executive Director Leena Yla-Mononen, highlighting risks to Europe's water security.

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https://www.npr.org/2024/10/13/1211165447/deep-inside-a-norwegian-fjord-a-dream-of-farming-salmon-sustainably

If you eat salmon, there's a good chance that it comes from a salmon farm in Norway. The country has been farming salmon for over 50 years

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Batteries/Chargers
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    CAVOK
    1w ago 100%

    The charger is made for the battery, it's just that the newer batteries have somewhat more capacity. Thanks for all the extra details.

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  • Batteries/Chargers
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    1w ago 100%

    Very easy to understand analogy. Thanks for that. Makes it very clear on how it works. Doesn't sound like a too small hose should cause problems then?

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  • Hi. I should probably already know this, but I don't, so I thought I'd ask here. If I have a charger marked as 1,5A and then try to charge a battery with 2Ah, what will happen? * Is the battery going to be charged, but slower? * Charged but not fully? * Not charged at all?

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    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lc59ZnE7SzM

    From the description: "Brexit was driven by fears that Eastern European migrants were "taking jobs" and "overburdening public services." Yet, just a few short years after the UK's departure from the European Union, the narrative has drastically changed. Now, business owners are calling for Eastern European workers to return to fill critical labor shortages. So, what went wrong? In this video, we explore the impact of Eastern European migration on the UK economy, the consequences of Brexit, and why the country may have underestimated just how much it needed its migrant workforce. From the failed ‘Pick for Britain’ campaign to labor shortages in agriculture and hospitality, discover how Brexit backfired in ways few expected. Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered professional financial, investment, or legal advice. We shall not be held responsible for any errors or omissions in the content. Any action the viewer takes based on the information provided in this video is solely at their own risk."

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    WiFi4EU — initiative to provide free Wi-Fi in public spaces across EU
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    CAVOK
    2w ago 100%

    Wish you were too. Amazing how such a monumental decision could be taken on a simple majority vote, and without a plan on what would happen next.

    Could it be that Farage & Johnson are actually underpants gnomes?

    1. Leave the EU
    2. ???
    3. Profit
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  • Europe’s great battery hope Northvolt is fighting for survival
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    1mo ago 100%

    They are claiming potential sabotage by a Chinese company supplying machines. Not sure I buy that, but it's interesting. I'll see if I can find the link.

    Edit. Not where I read it, but it's in English so it'll have to do. https://www.resetera.com/threads/massive-swedish-battery-producer-northvolt-could-be-facing-sabotage-by-chinese-government.981816/

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  • UK’s ‘not for EU’ meat and dairy labelling plan postponed indefinitely
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    1mo ago 100%

    Because the UK chose to not be a part of the single market anymore, so goods they UK wish to export into the EU needs to be treated like any other 3rd country goods with checks and certifications to prove that they are good enough, but with NI still part of the single market as well as the UK, this label was the best solution they could come up with to avoid having to check everything going from the UK to NI. Without the label trade friction will be lower between Ireland and NI, which will please republicans, but not unionists I think.

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  • Brexit deal impact 'worsening', economists say
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    CAVOK
    1mo ago 100%

    Not mad at all. I'm just saying that I'll avoid posting images/memes going forward. I'll still keep posting the links I find interesting and somewhat relevant to the Europe community.

    I appreciate the work you and the mod team is doing.

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