Nationwide blackout in Cuba caused by main power plant malfunction

Nationwide blackout in Cuba caused by main power plant malfunction

Friday’s total black out came after the Antonio Guiteras power plant in Matanzas – the largest on the island – went offline. President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez said the situation was his “absolute priority”. “There will be no rest until power is restored,” he wrote on X., external. Earlier on Friday, officials announced that all schools … Read more

California begins power shutoffs amid heightened fire danger and strong winds

California begins power shutoffs amid heightened fire danger and strong winds

A California utility shut off power in 12 counties in the northern part of the state as a major “diablo wind” — notorious in autumn for its hot, dry gusts — spiked the risk of power lines sparking a wildfire. About 13,000 customers woke up without electricity Friday after Pacific Gas and Electric shut off … Read more

Nuclear power company supported by Sam Altman sees 150% surge in stock price in one month

Nuclear power company supported by Sam Altman sees 150% surge in stock price in one month

As technology giants increasingly focus on nuclear power to support artificial intelligence and data centers, one particular producer is experiencing a significant surge in its stock value. Oklo, a nuclear power company backed by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has witnessed a staggering 150% increase in its shares over the past month. The stock has risen … Read more