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  California Sets Goal Of 100 Percent Clean Electric Power By 2045 California has established an ambitious goal of relying entirely on zero-emission energy sources for its electricity by the year 2045. Gov. Jerry Brown signed a bill mandating the electricity target on Monday. He also issued an executive order calling for statewide carbon neutrality — meaning California "removes as much carbon dioxide from the atmosphere as it emits" — by the same year. "This bill and the executive order put California on a path to meet the goals of Paris and beyond," Brown said in a statement. "It will not be easy. It will not be immediate. But it must be done." As the Trump administration rolls back federal efforts to combat climate change, California has  actively pursued  a leading role in the international fight against global warming. ON POINT Under Trump, California Goes Its Own Way THE TWO-WAY California Gov. Jerry Brown Signs New Climate Change Laws The latest anno...

  São Paulo’s Green Gift The City of São Paulo has recently declared the acquisition of 32 private green areas as a public utility, equivalent to the size of Paris or 15,500 football fields. With this significant addition, the megalopolis will total 26% of its territory under environmental protection. “Expanding these preservation areas is one of the greatest gifts we can give to our city and future generations,” emphasizes the City of São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes.   “Historic”. That’s how São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes describes the city’s bold move towards environmental preservation. On 21 February 2024, he signed a series of decrees declaring 32 private green areas as a public utility. Combined, they encompass 16,531 hectares, representing 11% of São Paulo’s territory, supplementing 18,280 hectares already under preservation.  As a result, the city will now have 26% or a quarter of its territory safeguarded under municipal, state, or federal management, which includes ...

  A Glimpse of Beijing Duration:  2 days Pick-up/Drop-off:  Tianjin port/ Tianjin port Highlights:  Badaling Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Olympic Sites Tour Customizable:  Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry form) Category:  Beijin Day 1: Tianjin port – Beijing by road Meet your guide and driver upon pickup from Tianjin port who’ll take you to the entrance of the Badaling Great Wall, one of the best-preserved sections of the wall. Follow your guide on a memorable hike along the wall. Along the way, enjoy the captivating view of the wall winding through the green-covered mountain. Listen to the informative commentary from your guide about the military importance of watchtowers and segments of this fortification. End your day with a trip back to Tianjin port Day 2: Beijing – Tianjin Port by road Your day tour starts with pickup from Tianjin port followed by a short ride to  Tiananmen Square , ...

  10 Japanese Unique Culture Facts & TraditionsJapan is a fascinating tourist destination where you’ll find a seamless blend of old traditions and new technology. Visit here to discover gorgeous natural landscapes just a short train ride from sparkling, sprawling cities and loud, jarring outlets a short distance from quiet areas full of nuanced rules. Japan is the kind of place where people will wait patiently in line for water after a natural disaster, but socially ghost you if you accidentally offend them. Japanese culture and language so distinct, it’s tough to list all the Japanese customs you should know before heading to Japan. We could spend hours describing the country’s spectacular cuisine, listing the top spots to get ramen( Japanese food), sharing all the hidden gems, and explaining the different ways you’re likely to accidentally offend someone. However, for now, we’re sticking to the basics: all the things we think you need to know to help make sure your Japan sho...

  In Search Of Artificial Intelligence And Better Outcomes The term “artificial intelligence” was coined more than 60 years ago, but only recently have we begun to realize all the benefits of AI, machine learning and deep learning in our everyday lives. Most of us already use smart machines that learn, recognize voices, make decisions, solve problems and make recommendations on everything from the routes we drive, to the movies we watch, to the clothes we buy. We have smartphones in our pockets, intelligent personal assistants on our countertops, robots in our factories and autonomous vehicles on our highways. And that’s just for starters. Artificial intelligence, Deep Learning / Machine Learning Systems are having a major impact on the aerospace industry, too. With the technologies mentioned above, flying is becoming safer, more comfortable, more predictive and outcome based. Airlines improve schedule performance, use less fuel and create a better passenger experience. Airports ar...

   CPEC DEVELOPMENT  PM Shehbaz, President Xi agree to upgrade CPEC, advance development in second phase BEIGING; Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a productive meeting on Friday, reaffirming their commitment to the high-quality development of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and the timely completion of ongoing projects. They also agreed on upgrading CPEC and advancing its second phase. The prime minister briefed President Xi on Pakistan’s policies for economic reform, industrial development, agricultural modernisation, and regional connectivity. He emphasised the critical role CPEC plays in Pakistan’s development, asserting Pakistan's commitment to fostering synergy between the development strategies of the two countries through close coordination. The meeting took place at the historic Great Hall of the People, with both leaders accompanied by federal ministers and senior officials. This was PM Shehbaz's first meeting with P...

  6 Mind-Blowing 90s Singers Who Are Still Relevant Today In the 90s music seemed so different. With hits like Barbie Girl by Aqua or No Rain by Blind Melon, it was just a weird time. These artists always bring great memories. Unfortunately, some of them disappeared in the later decades. Just like how some 90s hits are still relevant today, there are also some artists who managed to turn their debut 1990s musical career to a successful one still. Let’s take a look at some of these singers who were in the 1990s music scene and are still relevant to date. Madonna As a pop superstar Madonna has reinvented herself over and over again – from the rebel years to the vogue years and to the ‘hippie’ years. By constantly changing her image, she was able to maintain her place as one of the queens of pop. Her fans are loyal, dedicated and consistent. There is a reason that she has remained so popular. Shania Twain Having started from the bottom, Shania Twain is currently one of the top country...

  90’s Movies You Can’t Miss on Netflix  BBC  The Sixth Sense In the words of a young Haley Joel Osment: “I see dead people”. It’s one of the most famous movie lines of the 90’s and it was even nominated for an Oscar. Bruce Willis plays a child psychologist trying to help a tortured young boy separate the living from the dead. It’s full of suspense, intrigue and brilliant performances from Willis and Osment. Pocahontas Disney got it right with this beautiful movie. Pocahontas, a native American princess, falls for British traveler John Smith. She teaches him about the world, nature and most importantly how to love. It’s a great movie with an impressive soundtrack to go with it. It’s inspired by a true story and the princess’s best friend Meeka, a raccoon, brings some great comedy.  Jurassic Park There were three Jurassic Park movies made in the 90’s, but nothing beats the first. It’s another one of Spielberg’s masterpieces and takes you to a dinosaur theme park. Scie...